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IMMACULATE ONYUTTA

Summary

Highly-effective Human Resources Manager delivering successful strategies for maximizing personnel retention and productivity. Knowledgeable in FMCG industry compliance. Results-driven HR professional offering ten + years in achieving positive human resources results for FMCG companies. Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

GRAPHIC SYSTEMS (U) LTD
KAMPALA
03.2020 - Current
  • Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees.
  • Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
  • Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
  • Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
  • Maintained company compliance with local laws in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.

HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT
KAMPALA
03.2014 - 02.2020
  • Contributed to business and HR functions by identifying, prioritizing and building organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures and processes.
  • Built HR consulting capabilities focused on clients undergoing organizational change and development.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make proactive changes to meet changing demands.
  • Drove change management practices to enable organizational effectiveness and incorporate diversity and inclusion strategy to foster culture of inclusion to maximize competitive advantage and skills of workforce.
  • Assessed client feedback and delivered information to management for corrective action.
  • Facilitated cultural integration planning and developed strategies to foster employee engagement and commitment.
  • Assisted and guided clients on HR procedures and program development by devising performance evaluations, job descriptions.
  • Provided human resources, recruiting and resource allocation guidance in commercial consulting environment.
  • Wrote, developed and delivered successful presentations and facilitated training to individuals and groups.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Led and strategically directed team of human resources professionals.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

UGACOF (U) LTD
KAMPALA
09.2010 - 01.2014
  • Contributed to business and HR functions by identifying, prioritizing and building organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures and processes.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
  • Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees.
  • Maintained company compliance with local laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
  • Processed employee claims.
  • Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
  • Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
  • Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

XCLUSIVE CUTTINGS (U) LTD
KAMPALA
04.2009 - 07.2009
  • Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees.
  • Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local laws.
  • Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
  • Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

GRAPHIC SYSTEMS (U) LTD
KAMPALA
04.2006 - 02.2009
  • Facilitated employee relations, benefits administration and performance management initiatives to support workforce needs.
  • Supported talent acquisition and allocation procedures by facilitating targeted recruitment campaigns.
  • Provided thoughtful and engaging new employee onboarding presentations to energize workforce and set organizational expectations.
  • Promoted employee engagement with organizational objectives during new employee orientations and industry conventions.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Processed paperwork and hiring details for promotions.
  • Conducted check-ins with employees to assess workplace health.
  • Supervised job interviews and conducted exit surveys to verify compliance with HR best practices.
  • Drafted and documented employee handbook and company policies to reduce compliance risks.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive human resources policies and procedures in compliance with applicable laws.
  • Coordinated employee placements and administrative details.
  • Assisted managers and supervisors with employee disputes, disciplinary actions and other workplace issues.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
  • Administered employee benefits programs.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.

Education

MBA - Human Resources Management

WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
USA
01.2013

BBA - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL
UGANDA
03.2002

Skills

  • Talent Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Human Resources Operations
  • Benefits and Compensation Management
  • File and Records Management
  • Staff Compensation
  • Employee Support
  • Payroll Coordination
  • Performance Review Management
  • Training and Development
  • HR Guidance
  • Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
  • Administering Disciplinary Procedures
  • Health and Safety Programs
  • Employee Feedback and Recognition
  • Executive Travel
  • Exit Interviews and Processes
  • Accident Investigations
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Grievance Handling and Redressal
  • Policy Making and Enforcement

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of ten staff members.
  • Achieved accurate mechanisms for monitoring attendance by introducing time and attendance software.
  • Documented and resolved nssf penalties which led to waiver of penalties.
  • Documented and resolved employees issues which led to compensation of workers.
  • Collaborated with team of two in the development of a health initiative program for the private sector that saw the signing of an MOU for building of a clinic on company site.
  • Achieved various awards through effectively helping working with government agencies and private organizations.

Certification

  • HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF UGANDA - MEMBER - Certified Professional
  • FEDERATION OF UGANDA EMPLOYERS - MEMBER
  • NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES - COUNCIL MEMBER

Additional Information


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

v Member - Federation of Uganda Employers

v Member - Human Resource Managers Association of Uganda

v Council Member - National Council For Person' With Disabilities

v Member - Coordinating Committee National Council for PWD

v Secretary Finance - Ntinda Parish Local Council 1 - Village 5 Ntinda

v Chairperson & Treasurer - St Anthanansi Community – St Charles Lwanga Catholic Church Parish

v Head of Oratorio – St Charles Lwanga Catholic Church Parish

v Member – Catholic Women' Guild, St. Charles Lwanga Catholic Parish, Ntinda.

v Team Leader for Gold Award for Employer of the Year Award, 2006.

v Focal Person for the UNDP Gender Equality Seal Certification.

v Team Lead For Exemplary/Recognition Award for Gender Equality Seal by MGLSD 2021.

v Team Lead for the Prudential HR Best Award Survey – Quality & Innovation, 2021/2022, Employee Growth & Development – 2022/2023, Organizational Behavior, 2022/2023.

Languages

English
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

GRAPHIC SYSTEMS (U) LTD
03.2020 - Current

HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT
03.2014 - 02.2020

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

UGACOF (U) LTD
09.2010 - 01.2014

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

XCLUSIVE CUTTINGS (U) LTD
04.2009 - 07.2009

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

GRAPHIC SYSTEMS (U) LTD
04.2006 - 02.2009

MBA - Human Resources Management

WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

BBA - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL

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