
Timber Chipato
@tempchipato
I manage recruitment, employee relations, payroll, compliance, and HR operations for multi-site, donor-funded workforces.
What I'm looking for
I've managed full employee lifecycles at Batanai HIV/AIDS Service Organisation, covering recruitment, onboarding, contracts, transfers, exits, HRIS records, payroll, and Labour Act compliance across a multi-site workforce.
I also founded an HR & Industrial Relations content platform, where I translate labour law into practical guidance, answer employee-rights questions, and support job seekers with CV optimisation and interview preparation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & HR/IR Content Lead
HR & IR Professional Platform
Jan 2026 - Present (8 months)
Built and grew a dedicated HR & Industrial Relations page, translating Zimbabwe's Labour Act into practical guidance. Responds to community queries on labour rights and career matters, and produces content on employee rights and disciplinary processes.
HR & Finance Officer
Batanai HIV/AIDS Service Organisation (BHASO)
Jan 2020 - Dec 2025 (5 years 11 months)
Managed the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, contracts, transfers and exits across a multi-site workforce. Administered payroll, maintained HRIS records, handled disciplinary hearings and grievances, and supported donor compliance.
Human Resources Officer
Real Agenda for Youth Transformation (RAFYT)
Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (11 months)
Shortlisted candidates and supported end-to-end recruitment. Conducted pre-employment checks, provided employee counselling, and assisted in developing HR procedures and performance review policies.
Human Resources Officer (Intern)
Batanai HIV/AIDS Service Organisation (BHASO)
Jan 2011 - Jan 2012 (1 year)
Formulated organisational policies including the Code of Conduct. Represented the organisation at stakeholder engagements, conducted performance appraisals, and formulated job descriptions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Great Zimbabwe University
Bachelor of Science, Industrial & Labour Relations
BSc (Hons) in Industrial & Labour Relations from Great Zimbabwe University.
Masvingo Polytechnic College
National Certificate, Human Resources Management
National Certificate in Human Resources Management from Masvingo Polytechnic College.
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