I am looking for junior to senior roles in Human Resources and Administration. I bring strong experience in HR operations, strategy and organizational support. Open to local and international, remote or hybrid opportunities.
Belinda Adu-Poku
@belindaadu-poku
HR professional with 10+ years’ experience in administration, strategy and organizational development.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Human Resources and Administrative professional with over 10 years of experience supporting organizations across the public education, private energy and consulting sectors. My expertise spans HR strategy, organizational development, compliance and administrative leadership, with a strong track record of aligning people practices with business objectives.
I have successfully established and managed HR departments, improved operational systems and supported business growth through structured HR and administrative frameworks.
In a previous role as Head of HR & Administration within the power sector, I led end-to-end HR functions including recruitment, performance management, employee relations and policy development. A key achievement includes restructuring and implementing a comprehensive employee handbook that was fully adopted across the organization and its affiliated entities. I also collaborated with international stakeholders, including teams in the United States, strengthening my cross-cultural communication and global business exposure.
I hold a Master’s degree in Business Administration and professional qualifications in Human Resource Management and Strategic Leadership. I am a member of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (Ghana) and an international HR association, reflecting my commitment to global best practices and continuous professional development.
I am passionate about driving organizational effectiveness, building high-performing teams and supporting businesses to scale sustainably. I am particularly interested in opportunities that offer international exposure, cross-border collaboration, and the chance to contribute to forward-thinking, growth-oriented organizations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
HR & Admin Business Manager
Allied Functions Hr & Admin
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Manage day-to-day HR and administrative activities and provide strategic oversight for HR and admin functions. Write and review HR and administrative contract proposals and advise on legal aspects of HR in line with Ghana labour laws.
Head of Human Resource
Epl Power Operations Limited
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Led HR and administrative operations including benefits management, recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, performance management, training, and policy implementation. Reorganized and updated the company handbook, achieving 100% organizational adoption across legal entities.
Office Manager
Abb Power & Automation Ltd - Ghana
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Organized office schedules and managed documentation, invitations, and hotel reservations for ABB employees visiting Ghana. Supported day-to-day petty cash and acted as the Ghana security officer for visiting team members without any security threats.
Principal Administrative Officer
Ghana Education Service
Jan 2010 - Jan 2017 (7 years)
Supervised and monitored registry staff activities, liaised between regional/district directors and registry staff, and managed incoming and outgoing correspondence. Created a process for promotions and release of teaching/non-teaching staff that improved and shortened document-processing time.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Anglia Ruskin University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Earned a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Anglia Ruskin University in 2017.
London School of Marketing (Qualifi)
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership, Strategic Management & Leadership
Completed a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership in 2016.
Institute of Commercial Management
Graduate Diploma in Management Studies, Management Studies
2010 - 2014
Completed a Graduate Diploma in Management Studies from 2010 to 2014.
Institute of Commercial Management
Diploma in Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management
Earned a Diploma in Human Resources Management in 2009.
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