Nelia Du Toit

As Global HR & OD Leader at RuthNel, I developed AI-powered HR platforms that reduced hiring time by 30% and improved talent acquisition. I spearheaded digital learning solutions, enhanced DEI hiring initiatives, and implemented performance management frameworks, significantly increasing employee productivity and satisfaction.

Strategic People Partner across EMEA, managing the full employee lifecycle in 20+ countries. Delivered R800K+ savings, increased engagement by 15%, led HR compliance, DEI initiatives, digital L&D innovation, leadership programs, and talent analytics while acting as Interim Regional Human Capital Manager and VP of EMEA Disability ERG.

As HR Business Manager at Zamori Engineering, I managed HR operations, focusing on talent management and employee relations. I implemented HR strategies that aligned with business goals and improved workforce engagement.

In my role as Divisional HR Manager at WHM Labour Law Advisors, I oversaw HR functions, ensuring compliance with labor laws and enhancing employee relations. I developed training programs to improve staff skills and performance.

As HR & IR Manager at Selepe Projects, I managed industrial relations and HR operations, focusing on compliance and employee engagement. I implemented strategies to enhance workforce productivity and satisfaction.

In my role as HR & IR Manager at IES JV, I focused on managing HR functions and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. I developed employee engagement initiatives and training programs to enhance workforce capabilities.

Managed full HR and employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with South African labor laws. Led industrial relations, dispute resolution, and collective bargaining. Implemented performance management, engagement initiatives, and HR process improvements, while supporting leadership with strategic workforce planning and talent development.

Completed a Certificate in Environmental Management Systems Awareness at North-West University covering EMS concepts and compliance.

Completed the Corporate Recruiting Professional Certificate from the American Staffing Association focusing on recruiting best practices.

Completed a Diploma in Legal Studies (Revised 2017) through Alison International focusing on employer-employee law and legal principles.

Obtained Train the Trainer – Facilitator certification (NQF Level 5, US117871) from ETDP SETA for facilitator and assessment skills.

Completed a Diploma in Human Resources through Alison International covering core HR principles and practices.

Completed the Corporate Recruiting Professional Certificate through the American Staffing Association focusing on corporate recruiting practices.

Activities and societies: LinkedIn Learning coursework

Completed Human Resources Foundations coursework via CIPD/LinkedIn Learning covering foundational HR principles and practices.

Completed multiple generative AI and responsible AI courses via Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning focused on applying AI in managerial and HR contexts.

Completed PMI‑approved Project Management Foundations series covering budgets, risk, schedules, teams, and project communication.

Completed a Diploma in Legal Studies (Revised 2017) through Alison International focused on legal aspects relevant to employment.

Completed the 'Drive Results with Talent' program from Predictive Index focused on talent optimization and assessment.

Completed a Diploma in Human Resources through Alison covering core HR concepts and employee relations fundamentals.

Completed a Diploma in Legal Studies (Revised 2017) through Alison focused on foundational legal principles relevant to employment contexts.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Child Psychology through CTAA covering foundational child psychology concepts and practice.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Counselling through CTAA focused on counselling theory and practical techniques.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Depression Counselling through CTAA addressing assessment and support strategies for depression.

Completed the Train the Trainer — Facilitator qualification through ETDP SETA (NQF Level 5, US117871) for workplace training delivery and facilitation.

Achieved SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential with preparatory study via Udemy and related providers.

Completed a Certificate in Pastel Accounting through Pastel Ventre & Associates in 2011 focused on accounting software use.

Completed a Certificate in Environmental Management Systems Awareness through Northwest University covering EMS principles.

Completed a Certificate in Business Administration through Cursa covering core business administration topics.

Completed a Certificate in Call Centre Management through Winchester in 2004 focused on call centre operations and management.

Completed the Corporate Recruiting Professional Certificate through the American Staffing Association covering corporate recruiting best practices.

Earned the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential via SHRM and supporting providers.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Child Psychology accredited by CTAA focusing on child development principles.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Counselling accredited by CTAA covering counselling theory and practice.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Depression Counselling accredited by CTAA with a focus on depression interventions.

Completed Train the Trainer – Facilitator (NQF Level 5, US117871) through ETDP SETA focusing on training delivery and facilitation.

Completed Life Coach Mastery and Neuro-Life Coach programs accredited by ICR focused on coaching methodologies and practice.

Completed a Certificate in Pastel Accounting (Pastel accounting software) through Pastel Ventre & Associates.

Completed a Certificate in Environmental Management Systems Awareness through Northwest University.

Completed multiple HR, leadership, and learning & development courses via LinkedIn Learning and Udemy focused on employee experience and HR strategy.

Completed introductory UX and interaction design courses via LinkedIn Learning and Udemy focused on usability testing and design systems.

Completed Human Resources Foundations training via CIPD and LinkedIn Learning covering core HR functions and practices.

Completed Human Resources Foundations via CIPD and LinkedIn Learning covering core HR principles and foundational HR practices.

Completed a Diploma in Human Resources covering core HR functions, policies, and best practices.

Completed a Diploma in Legal Studies (revised 2017) covering employer-employee law and workplace legal frameworks.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Child Psychology with CTAA accreditation focusing on child developmental theory and practice.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Counselling through CTAA covering counselling approaches and client-centred interventions.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Depression Counselling through CTAA focusing on assessment and intervention for depressive disorders.

Completed Human Resources Foundations coursework covering HR fundamentals and strategic HR practices.

Achieved Train the Trainer – Facilitator certification (NQF Level 5, US117871) for designing and delivering workplace training.

Earned SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) credential demonstrating competency in HR operational roles and policies.

Completed the Corporate Recruiting Professional Certificate focused on corporate talent acquisition and recruiting best practices.

Completed a Certificate in Pastel Accounting covering accounting software usage and financial record management.

Completed a Certificate in Environmental Management Systems Awareness covering environmental management principles.

Completed a Certificate in Business Administration covering foundational business and administrative skills.

Completed a Certificate in Call Centre Management focused on call centre operations and customer service management.

Completed a Diploma in Human Resources through Alison International covering HR fundamentals and best practices.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Child Psychology through CTAA focusing on child development and counseling techniques.

Completed a Certificate in Pastel Accounting through Pastel Ventre & Associates focusing on accounting software proficiency.

Completed a Certificate in Call Centre Management (2004) through Winchester focusing on call centre operations and management.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Depression Counselling through CTAA focused on assessment and therapeutic approaches for depression.

Completed a Certificate in Business Administration through Cursa covering core business administration topics.

Completed a Diploma in Professional Counselling through CTAA covering counseling theories and practice.

Completed the Talent Optimizer program through Confidant Group focused on talent assessment and optimization.

Activities and societies: Neuro-Life Coach; Life Coach Mastery

Completed ICR-accredited Life Coach Mastery and Neuro-Life Coach programs covering coaching methodologies and neuro-coaching techniques.

Completed the Drive Results with Talent program with Predictive Index focused on leveraging behavioral analytics for talent outcomes.

Activities and societies: Generative AI for Sales and Services Professionals; Career Essentials in Generative AI; AI for Managers; Responsible AI for Managers; Microsoft 365 Copilot

Completed multiple Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning courses on generative AI, AI for managers, and responsible AI to apply AI in HR and management contexts.

Activities and societies: Agile Foundations; Change Management for Projects; PMI-ACP prep

Completed PMI-approved Project Management Foundations series and related agile, change management, and stakeholder management courses.

Activities and societies: SHRM-CP exam preparation courses

Earned the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential via Udemy/Institute of Human Resource and Leadership Development.