Isaac Okwaja

• Actively monitor the implementation of social management plans for construction projects in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Formulate and review the social management policy and guidelines in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Maintain physical and digital employee records like employment contracts
• Regularly review RAP reports of feasibility studies and road designs in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Compilation of employee labour returns
• Asses the level of awareness on major social issues affecting the communities as a result of road infrastructure and facilitate social impact studies on new road designs
• Identify and develop programs to work with key stakeholders (NEMA, NFA, Local Governments, Political Leaders, and affected communities) to ensure timely acquisition of Right of Way
• Designed numerous sensitization messages in both English and the local language to create awareness in project host communities and around the contractors’ quarries
• Conducted training of workers in Gender, Child protection, Sexual harassment and cross cutting issues
• Formulated several grievance management redress systems to manage workers’ and community complaints in a transparent and fair manner
• Developed HSSE plans and procedures for implementation
• Plan and implement an effective system of responding to and managing grievances from affected persons in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Deal with all social issues arising from the communities during and post construction and other stakeholders affecting the company
• Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant standards and guidelines.
• Maintained detailed records of resource usage, identifying trends for future planning purposes.
• Developed comprehensive budgets, ensuring financial stability and sustainability for the department.
• Improved workplace safety by implementing thorough training programs and conducting regular inspections.
• Streamlined resource allocation for optimized efficiency and cost savings by evaluating project requirements.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement encouraging employees to suggest innovative ideas for better resource management practices.
• Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching for career development opportunities.

• Formulate and review the social management policy and guidelines in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Plan and carry out social impact studies in line with the roads and bridges directorate work plan
• Plan and implement Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) in line with the performance agreement standards
• Identify and develop programs to work with key stakeholders (NEMA, NFA, Local Governments, Political Leaders, and affected communities) to ensure timely acquisition of Right of Way
• Actively monitor the implementation of social management plans for construction projects in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Regularly review RAP reports of feasibility studies and road designs in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Collect data and information on social issues
• Conducted baseline surveys to ascertain condition of structures in all work zones before commencement of construction activities for quality planning and management
• Coordinate and implement mainstreaming of gender and HIV/AIDS policies in the company construction projects in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Plan and implement Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) strategies in the company construction projects in line with the company health and safety policy
• Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the social management activities and develop risk mitigation measures
• Plan and implement an effective system of responding to and managing grievances from affected persons in line with the company performance agreement standards
• Deal with all social issues arising from the communities during and post construction and other stakeholders affecting the company
• Asses the level of awareness on major social issues affecting the communities as a result of road infrastructure and facilitate social impact studies on new road designs
• Developed Hazard identification, Analysis, risk assessment and prevention mechanisms
• Developed Accident response and incident investigation, prevention and corrective measure mechanisms
• Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant standards and guidelines.
• Maintained detailed records of resource usage, identifying trends for future planning purposes.
• Developed comprehensive budgets, ensuring financial stability and sustainability for the department.
• Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards, implementing preventive measures accordingly.
• Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching for career development opportunities.
• Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs significantly.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement encouraging employees to suggest innovative ideas for better resource management practices.

• Maintain physical and digital employee records like employment contracts and PTO requests
• Update of the Organization’s internal databases with new information such as sick, maternity and education leaves
• Preparation and amendment where of HR documents such as employment contracts
• Review and renewal of Organization policies and legal compliance
• Coordinate project activities and ensure they are completed on time and within budget
• Report regularly on HR metrics, such as Organization turnover and other related HR concerns
• Monitoring the implementation of HR policy and suggesting improvements where necessary
• Assist with payroll by providing the finance department with relevant employee information, i.e
• Holiday and sick days taken
• Coordinate logistics for project activities, including travel arrangements, event planning, and procurement of goods and services
• Assist in the development and implementation of project work plans and schedules
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Project Manager
• Arrange meetings, appointments, and events for team members
• Assist in supervising of all procurement, bank and other financial transactions including petty cash
• Participating in program planning and monitoring to ensure appropriate fund accounting
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and training sessions with stakeholders
• Participate in continuous monitoring of program and project budgets
• Coordination of general office administration activities including management of general office supplies, mails, workshops, travels etc
• Enhanced team productivity with regular performance evaluations and targeted training programs.
• Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing requirements, resulting in improved workforce planning and reduced turnover rates.
• Continuously assessed the effectiveness of existing resource management strategies, refining processes as needed to ensure optimal performance at all times.
• Analyzed historical data to forecast future resourcing needs, enabling proactive planning and adjustments as needed.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive resource management plans, leading to more efficient project execution.
• Improved project delivery times with strategic resource scheduling and allocation.
• Improved record-keeping accuracy by creating an updated filing system for confidential documents and materials.
• Coordinated with project managers to forecast resource needs, preventing last-minute scrambles.
• Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.

GPA: Second Class Upper with Honours

GPA: Division II

GPA: Division II

GPA: Distinction

GPA: Distinction