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Lizo Mkhize

@lizomkhize

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Dedicated HR practitioner promoting people-centered solutions.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration, promotes employee development, and offers opportunities for growth.

I am an HR practitioner with a passion for fostering people-centered HR solutions and cultivating collaborative workplaces. My career has been defined by my ability to build authentic connections with individuals at all levels of an organization, recognizing that relationships are fundamental to a thriving workplace culture.

Currently, I serve as an HR Assistant at the World Health Organization, where I manage HR activities for the African region, supporting approximately 2700 staff members. My responsibilities include recruitment, contract management, and providing strategic HR advice to senior management. I am committed to ensuring efficient HR service delivery while promoting an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.

Previously, I have worked as an HR Consultant, where I implemented training programs, managed employee relations, and developed HR policies that enhanced employee satisfaction and organizational growth. My experience spans various sectors, allowing me to champion diversity and inclusion while ensuring compliance with labor laws. I am dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation within the HR function, always striving to enhance service delivery and employee engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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HR Assistant

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World Health Organization

Oct 2024 - Present (9 months)

Responsible for all human resources activities for the WHO Regional Office for Africa and 47 countries in the African region, such as position classification, recruitment, contract administration, employment conditions and entitlements, policy formulation and staff development. Initiated hiring and staffing actions, including hiring of consultants, and managed contract changes.

Recruitment Contract Administration Policy Development Stellis Recruitment GSM End Users

HR Consultant

Battalions

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Implemented successful training programs to enhance employee skills and career development opportunities, and facilitated open communication channels between staff members and management. Managed employee relations, resolved conflicts professionally, and delivered high-quality HR services while adhering to budget constraints.

Training Programs Employee Relations Talent Acquisition HR Policies Payroll Management Diversity & Inclusion Workforce Planning Legal Compliance

HR Consultant

Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa

Jul 2019 - Present (6 years)

Oversaw employee engagement initiatives such as team building events and recognition programs, boosting morale within the company. Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop appropriate workforce planning strategies.

Employee Engagement Workforce Planning HR Policies Benefits Administration Recruitment Performance Management Onboarding Payroll Inputs

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), Industrial & Organisational Psychology

Studied Industrial & Organisational Psychology, focusing on advanced concepts and research within the field. The program equipped me with specialized knowledge for human resources and organizational development.

University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Arts, Organisational Psychology & Philosophy

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with a dual focus on Organisational Psychology and Philosophy. This interdisciplinary study provided a comprehensive understanding of human behavior in organizations and critical thinking skills.