Continuous Improvement Stakeholder Engagement
Resume:
Margaret Ruzive
Curriculum Vitae
House No. ***3 14th Street Gunhill, Dzivarasekwa 1, Harare
Cell No. +263-***-***-*** Email – ********.******@***********.***
Personal Profile
With 18 years of proven expertise in Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (S.H.E.Q.) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (E.S.G.) systems, I have led the development, implementation, and certification of integrated management frameworks across diverse industries. I specialize in regulatory compliance, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement, consistently driving reductions in workplace injuries and aligning operations with global E.S.G. standards.
Personal Details
Gender Female
Date of birth 09 May 1983
Age 42 years
Languages English, Shona, Ndebele
Nationality Zimbabwean
Leadership and Volunteer Work Profile
Seed Co - COVID 19 Operations Coordinator
- Group Human Resources Committee Chairperson
N-Frasys (Pvt) Ltd - Lead Internal S.H.EQ Systems Auditor
Environmental Management Agency – Provincial Workers Committee Chairperson.
Hippo Valley Estates – Industrial Attachment Student Supervisor.
– Organizing Chairperson of Environmental Awareness
Campaigns.
– Editor of the Hippo Valley Environmental Magazine.
Mwenezana Estate – Chairperson of the Tree of the Year Campaign.
-Coordinator for Community Outreach Programmes.
Lions Club International - Mwenezana Branch Club President. (2016-2018)
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Geography and Environmental Studies with Midlands State University -2006.
Work Experience
Group Safety Health and Environment (SHE) and Sustainability Coordinator (Seed Co Limited)
July 2019 to date.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leading E.S.G. implementation across Seed Co's Strategic Business Units throughout Africa, aligning operations with Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Standards (Rainforest Alliance Standards).
Coordinating the training Seed Co teams and outgrower farmers, embedding sustainability principles across the supply chain and fostering a culture of environmental and social responsibility.
Advancing Seed Co’s sustainability agenda through E.S.G. data consolidation and high-impact community projects in biodiversity, clean energy, WASH, and climate resilience, positioning the business for long-term sustainability and global alignment.
Aligning corporate E.S.G. and S.H.E. goals with departmental strategies by translating high-level objectives into operational plans and measurable KPIs which are implementable.
Enabling cross-functional execution of the SHE programme, allowing for an integrated approach to S.H.E. compliance and S.H.E. risk mitigation.
Coordinating the implementation of S.H.E. Management Systems, ensuring compliance with S.H.E. legal and regulatory frameworks in Seed Co's Strategic Business Units throughout Africa.
Formulating and reviewing S.H.E. policies, protocols, procedures and conducting S.H.E. audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions using the hierarchy of controls.
Leading S.H.E. training and digital capacity building across Seed Co, delivering tailored programs and e-learning solutions to embed safety and compliance at all levels.
Directing S.H.E. performance monitoring and incident management through data analysis, incident investigations and reporting, while overseeing emergency response, occupational hygiene, and environmental metrics.
Coordinating S.H.E. meetings, management reviews and promoting a safety culture throughout Seed Co’s operations.
Supervising 1 S.H.E. Intern.
Safety Health Environment and Quality Officer (N-Frasys (Pvt) Ltd) May 2018 to July 2019
Duties and Responsibilities
Spearheaded the development and integration of ISO-aligned S.H.E.Q. Management Systems across Civils, Construction, Energy, and Mining sectors (ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015)
Formulated and institutionalized S.H.E.Q. policies and procedures in collaboration with cross-functional leadership, ensuring alignment with evolving standards and global organizational goals.
Maintained full statutory and regulatory compliance through operationalized S.H.E.Q. systems and cascading legal obligations across business units.
Designed and executed tailored S.H.E.Q. programs and SMART-targeted initiatives to reduce incidents and enhance operational safety.
Led proactive risk assessments, workplace interventions, and incident investigations with corrective action implementation.
Directed S.H.E.Q. audits, third-party assessments, and strategic reporting to drive continuous improvement and system integrity.
Managed S.H.E.Q. analytics, including incident costing, trend analysis, and performance dashboards for executive oversight.
Assessed and mitigated occupational and environmental stressors to safeguard workforce health and wellbeing.
Advanced environmental stewardship through waste management, pollution control, and resource conservation initiatives.
Coordinated Environmental Impact Assessments and ensured alignment with national governance frameworks.
Developed emergency preparedness frameworks and project-specific S.H.E.Q. budgets to support strategic implementation.
Delivered structured S.H.E.Q. training and awareness programs to build workforce competency and capacity.
Monitored contractor compliance and supervised S.H.E.Q. personnel to ensure consistent standards across project sites.
Facilitated stakeholder engagement and community consultation to strengthen system inclusivity and governance.
Served as S.H.E.Q. Committee Secretary, driving documentation, coordination, and strategic alignment.
Presented S.H.E.Q. system reviews and insights at executive-level forums and contributed to management reviews for continual improvement.
Assistant Safety Health and Environment Officer (Tongaat Hulett -Triangle Limited) March 2015 to April 2018
Duties and responsibilities
Implemented and maintained integrated S.H.E. Management Systems aligned with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, NOSA, and ProTerra standards.
Reviewed and updated S.H.E. policies and procedures to meet evolving system and regulatory requirements.
Ensured legal compliance by managing S.H.E. legislation registers and coordinating updates across departments.
Led development of hazard/risk registers and SMART-targeted programs to prevent workplace incidents.
Conducted S.H.E. inspections, audits, and compiled action-oriented reports for continuous improvement.
Investigated incidents, implemented corrective actions, and maintained accurate incident registers and statistics databases.
Delivered trend analysis and strategic recommendations through S.H.E. data reporting and costing.
Monitored Behaviour-Based Interventions and managed workplace stressors to protect employee health.
Coordinated emergency preparedness and maintained estate-wide disaster response plans.
Advanced environmental performance through waste management, pollution control, and resource conservation strategies.
Collected and analysed effluent water samples, recommending corrective actions based on results.
Coordinated Environmental Management Agency (EMA) reporting and statutory inspections with regulatory bodies.
Facilitated stakeholder consultations and community engagement to strengthen inclusivity in the S.H.E. program.
Delivered S.H.E. training programs including induction, refresher courses, and operational change sessions.
Maintained S.H.E. training matrices, registers, and equipment to ensure workforce competency.
Presented S.H.E. insights at high-level forums, including Tongaat Hulett system reviews.
Served as secretary of the Mwenezana Estates S.H.E. Committee, driving governance and documentation.
Supervised eight S.H.E. Clerks, set performance targets, and conducted annual appraisals.
Branch Coordinating Consultant (Primechart Environmental Management Consultancy (Pvt) Ltd)
October 2011 - January 2015
Duties and responsibilities
Led operations for the Zvishavane branch of Primechart Consultancy, overseeing environmental advisory services for mining and agricultural projects.
Delivered expert consultation to project developers, guiding compliance with the Environmental Management Act (CAP 20:27, SI 7 of 2007) Environmental Impact Assessment regulations.
Directed site assessments, feasibility studies, baseline surveys, and stakeholder engagement processes.
Compiled Environmental Prospectus and Environmental Impact Assessment reports aligned with statutory requirements.
Facilitated permit, license, and certificate applications, and produced quarterly compliance reports for regulatory authorities.
Coordinated multidisciplinary teams of external specialists to support E.I.A. documentation and analysis.
Prepared business proposals for bank loan applications to support project financing.
Supervised a team of consultants and administrative staff, ensuring efficient service delivery and operational excellence.
Environment Officer (Tongaat Hulett - Hippo Valley Estates Sugar Mill) August 2007 - August 2011
Duties and responsibilities
Led the planning and implementation of an ISO 14001:2004 compliant Environmental Management System across sugar milling, processing, packing plants and power plants.
Coordinated environmental procedures, audits, and compliance with national legislation and international conventions.
Conducted environmental impact assessments, monitored environmental objectives and targets, and executed environmental management programs.
Directed estate-wide waste management, resource conservation, and pollution prevention strategies.
Investigated environmental incidents, analyzed root causes, and implemented corrective actions and trend-based environmental management plans.
Supported departments in preparing for external audits and statutory inspections, and developed action plans for audit findings.
Maintained the environmental incident register, including costing, analysis, and reporting.
Delivered internal training and awareness programs for employees and local communities on environmental stewardship.
Oversaw industrial hygiene monitoring and occupational stressor assessments throughout the Estate.
Edited and published content for the environmental magazine Kamuti Kechengetedzo, promoting S.H.E. education and awareness.
Supervised environmental staff and interns, ensuring operational excellence and capacity building.
Reported on environmental performance in S.H.E. management meetings, driving continuous improvement.
Environmental Impact Assessment and Ecosystems Protection Specialist (Environmental Management Agency Masvingo Province) April 2007- July 2008
Duties and responsibilities
Led the Environmental Impact Assessment (E.I.A.) function at provincial level, overseeing regulatory enforcement and strategic implementation.
Applied the Environmental Management Act (CAP 20:27) and Environmental Impact Assessment regulations (SI 7 of 2007) to developmental projects, ensuring full compliance with E.I.A. provisions.
Reviewed and approved E.I.A. submissions, liaising with stakeholders and registering qualified consultants.
Inspected certified projects for adherence to national E.I.A. policy and conducted assessments for community-based initiatives.
Facilitated training, workshops, and stakeholder engagement for Environmental Management Agency staff and partners.
Coordinated development of the Provincial Fire Strategy and led veld fire awareness campaigns across communities in the province.
Enforced environmental protection measures, including prohibition of illegal natural resource abstraction and wetland misuse.
Collaborated with UNDP on sustainable wetland-based community projects and provided technical support for gully rehabilitation.
Issued statutory fines for environmental violations and reported directly to the Provincial Environmental Manager.
Professional Competencies and Skills
Strategic planning and execution
E.S.G. integration, reporting, sustainability leadership and global alignment
Environment and social risk governance
SHEQ policy development and regulatory alignment
Innovation and change management
Stakeholder engagement and communication
Behavioural safety leadership and culture transformation
Crisis and emergency preparedness
Environmental Impact Assessment
Integrated S.H.E. risk management
SHE Auditing and continuous improvement strategies
Project and program management
Quality assurance and ISO standards implementation (ISO14001, ISO45000 and ISO9001)
Workplace wellness programme design and implementations
Referees
Mr P. T. Pfavayi Mr C. Nyengera
People Business Partner SHE Manager – Manufacturing and Support Services
Tongaat Hulett - Triangle Limited Tongaat Hulett – Hippo Valley Estates
Private Bag 801 P. O. Bag 1
Triangle Chiredzi
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
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Ms R. Chibi Ms P. C. Phiri
Human Resources Specialist Public Relations and Communications Officer
Seed Co Limited Seed Co Limited
No. 1 Shamwari Road No. 1 Shamwari Road
Stapleford Westgate Stapleford - Westgate
Harare Harare
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
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