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Deshni Govender

@deshnigovender

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Experienced HR Generalist and Payroll Administrator with strong leadership skills.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters professional growth and values employee engagement.

I am a dedicated HR Generalist and Payroll Administrator with over 9 years of experience in human resources and payroll management. My career began at Freshmark, where I provided administrative support to the HR Officer, managing employee attendance and payroll for a workforce of 150 staff. I honed my skills in payroll processing, employee record management, and compliance with HR policies.

In my subsequent role at Makro Cornubia, I advanced to Workforce Planning Coordinator, where I was responsible for recruitment, payroll input processing, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. My current position as an HR Administrator at Adv Flexibles has further solidified my expertise in payroll processing, employee relations, and training development. I am passionate about streamlining HR processes and enhancing employee engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

HR Administrator

Adv Flexibles

Apr 2025 - Present (3 months)

Maintained and updated employee records, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Assisted in recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes, including preparing offer letters and coordinating training sessions.

Uniclox Time And Attendance Recruitment Onboarding And Offboarding Policy Implementation

Human Resources Generalist & Payroll Administrator

Confidential

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Managed full payroll functions from start to end, including collation of input documents, accurate employee capturing, and processing of terminated employees. Ensured compliance with HR policies, procedures, and statutory regulations.

Nedbank Psiber Payroll Management Nashua Timekeeping HR Policies Payroll Processing Talent Acquisition Statutory Compliance Employee Relations Performance Management

Workforce Planning Co-Ordinator

Makro Cornubia- A Division of Massmart Wholesale

Mar 2019 - Present (6 years 4 months)

Coordinated workforce planning to ensure fair staff distribution and BCEA guideline adherence. Managed employee attendance, administered vacancies, and processed recruitment documentation.

Sage VIP Scheduling Recruitment Payroll Processing Leave Management HR Policies

Administrative Support to HR Officer

Freshmark- A Division of Shoprite Checkers

Feb 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Provided administrative support to the HR Officer, managing time and attendance for 150 staff members. Handled payroll submission to SAP, overtime capturing, and leave record keeping.

SAP Expense Order Dashboard Vterminal Smart Screen MIE Agent Payroll Management Time Attendance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Commerce, Human Resource Management

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Human Resource Management. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of HR principles and practices.

Mountview Secondary School

National Senior Certificate, General Studies

Grade: English Home Language (68%), Afrikaans First Additional Language (56%), Mathematics (65%), Life Orientation (72%), Accounting (80%), Business Studies (76%), Economics (68%)

Achieved a National Senior Certificate with strong results in key subjects. Demonstrated proficiency in English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, Accounting, Business Studies, and Economics.