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@yoshenpaideya
Strategic HR Executive with 14+ years of transformative leadership.
I am a strategic HR executive with over 14 years of experience leading people operations and transformation across more than 20 African markets. My expertise lies in manpower planning, large-scale onboarding, and executing HR projects in complex, multi-site environments. I have a proven track record of enhancing workforce readiness and deployment efficiency while ensuring compliance with South African and African labor laws.
As a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, I have successfully embedded sustainable people strategies into core business planning and transformation roadmaps. My leadership in developing pan-African HR strategies has significantly improved workforce agility and operational scalability. I am passionate about fostering a high-performance culture and championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, which have led to enhanced employee engagement and retention.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Export Trading Group – Nutrisco
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Developed and implemented a pan-African HR strategy aligned with business priorities, enhancing workforce agility and operational scalability. Led enterprise-wide organisational transformation, including culture change and large-scale change management programs. Strategic advisor to C-suite executives, embedding people strategies into core business planning and transformation roadmaps.
Export Trading Group – Vamara
Jan 2024 - Aug 2024 (7 months)
Developed and implemented a pan-African HR strategy aligned with business priorities, enhancing workforce agility and operational scalability. Led enterprise-wide organisational transformation, including culture change and large-scale change management programs. Strategic advisor to C-suite executives, embedding people strategies into core business planning and transformation roadmaps.
Export Trading Group
Mar 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 9 months)
Developed and implemented a pan-African HR strategy aligned with business priorities, enhancing workforce agility and operational scalability. Redefined organisational structures across business units to improve efficiency, clarify accountability, and strengthen leadership effectiveness. Led HR operations and digitization initiatives, improving workforce readiness, deployment efficiency, and regio
BCX (Business Connexion)
Apr 2018 - Mar 2022 (3 years 11 months)
Led the Employee Relations (ER) function, ensuring operational delivery, governance, and alignment with business goals and labor legislation. Provided end-to-end ER advisory to managers and HR teams, managing disciplinary, incapacity, and performance-related processes. Represented the company at CCMA, briefed legal counsel for Labor Court matters, and ensured compliance with BCEA, LRA, and EEA.
CEB Maintenance Africa
Jun 2017 - Mar 2018 (9 months)
Responsible for operationalizing the company’s HR strategy, ensuring process, policies, and initiatives were implemented. Served as the first point of contact for advisory support across the HR value chain. Provided operational and tactical support in performance management, employee relations, employee wellness & engagement, and talent management.
Mobicel
Jan 2017 - May 2017 (4 months)
Managed and provided a comprehensive HR service to the management team by establishing necessary HR and payroll processes and functions. Responsible for the full HR value chain with a primary focus on recruitment and establishing a recruitment process. Assisted with the transition of payroll from a manual process to an integrated system.
The Qestmed Group
Mar 2016 - Dec 2016 (9 months)
Managed and provided a comprehensive and Strategic HR Business Partnering service by developing and implementing best practice strategies, HR Agenda, policies, and processes. Ensured collaboration with Business unit heads to assist in driving business goals. Promoted staff wellbeing and ensured adherence to all Company regulations and relevant Labor Legislation.
The Goldrush Group
Jun 2014 - Feb 2016 (1 year 8 months)
Full strategic management and running of the H.R & Payroll Department for 2 Divisions. Re-drafted company Documents & Policies. Ensured legislative compliance, provided advisory support, and delivered effective resolutions based on trends and operational requirements.
Mansfield Group of Companies
Jun 2013 - Dec 2013 (6 months)
Managed full end-to-end HR functionality including recruitment, resource planning, and HR planning. Responsible for Payroll Processing and compiling Staff Files. Handled CCMA Case Investigation and Regulatory submissions (EMP501, Workmen Compensation, DOL SDL).
TAFTA
Nov 2012 - Dec 2012 (1 month)
Completed an internship focused on Payroll operations. Gained practical experience in payroll processing and related administrative tasks.
Dunlop Tyres
Mar 2012 - Oct 2012 (7 months)
Assisted in conducting employee effectiveness surveys, analyzing findings, and writing reports. The internship was a strategic project focused on developing a new Employee Value Proposition. Engaged in organizational design and workflow process analysis, culminating in the strategic implementation of the new EVP and revamped policies.
Mansfield Group of Companies
Dec 2008 - Feb 2012 (3 years 2 months)
Managed full end-to-end HR functionality comprising of recruitment, resources planning and HR planning. Responsible for Compiling Staff Files and Soft Skills Training. Handled Industrial and Employee Relations, advising on Disciplinary Codes, and compiling CCMA Cases and Arguments.
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bachelor of Commerce, Law
Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce degree specializing in Law. Developing expertise in commercial law principles and their application.
Post Graduate Diploma, Labour Law
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law. Gained in-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation and legal frameworks.
Bachelor of Social Science Honours, Industrial Psychology
Completed Honours studies in Industrial Psychology. Focused on advanced concepts in organizational behavior and human resources.
Bachelor of Social Science Degree, Psychology and Industrial Psychology
Obtained a Bachelor of Social Science degree with majors in Psychology and Industrial Psychology. Developed foundational understanding of human behavior and workplace dynamics.
Master of Social Science, Public Policy
Undertook studies towards a Master of Social Science degree in Public Policy. Focused on advanced policy analysis and research methodologies.
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