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Education
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Sibongile Nkosi-Kunene

Sibongile Nkosi-Kunene

HR Proffessional
Manzini

Summary

I am an Accomplished HR and Payroll Specialist with a proven track record at SNAT Savings and Credit Co-operative Society, adept in Payroll Management Systems and conflict resolution using multiple mechanisms. Spearheaded the implementation of a new PMS system, enhancing employee relations and operational efficiency. Skilled in strategic facilitation and people management, consistently achieving company objectives through effective communication and project management. Accomplished professional with strong understanding of payroll procedures, tax regulations and employee benefits administration. Proficient in using multiple payroll software programs with knack for quickly learning new systems. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient at work.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Payroll Specialist

SNAT Savings and Credit Co-operative Society
01.2021 - Current

Amongst other activities, i am responsible for:

  • Wellness function

-Formulated the wellness policy, process and program for the business

-Implementing and evaluation activities of the program


  • Occupational Health and Safety

- Review of the OHS Policy, processes and programs

- Responsible for sheq and insurers audits facilitation and maintenance of fire equipment.

- Implement First aid, fire marshalls and Safety Committee Trainings.

- Responsible for weekly and monthly hazards assessment in the business.


  • Full Payroll Function

- Administer Payroll administration.

- Sit in in the Senior Managment Reporting and strategy meetings


  • Performance Management Function

- Responsible for the implementation if the new PMS system.

- Custodian of the succession plan.

- Custodian of the Retention plan

- Custodian of the Training and development needs assessment and implementation plan


  • Employee Relations

- Custodian of HR Manual and its communication to all employees

- Sit in as facilitator as annual negotiations meetings

- Custodian of the Negotiations Framework

- Facilitate for the resolution of disputes, disciplinarians and grievances.



HR Officer

Logico Unlimited
01.2018 - 05.2021
  • Work force planning

- Execute recruitment, induction and termination of employees.

- Facilitate benefits related to new employees and exit packages


  • Industrial Relations

- Co-owns the HR Manual Policy Manual, review and implementations.

- Facilitate grievances processes dispute resolution.

- Facilitate disciplinary hearing and proper processes and compliance.

- Facilitate negotiations for the SACCO.

- Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource labour requirements; conducting investigations; maintaining records; representing the organization at external hearings – CMAC and CCMA


  • Full Payroll Function

- Processing of payroll

-Reporting and supporting the business function with statistics.

- Facilitate the approval

- Reconciliation of payroll items and third party remittance.



Assistant Inspector

Ministry Of Labour And Social Security
01.2015 - 10.2018
  • Identified areas for improvement within the Siteki Business Surrounding, leading to the implementation of new policies that increased overall effectiveness.
  • Enhanced communication between contractors and local authorities by serving as a liaison during the permitting process.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when dealing with difficult situations or disputes during inspections, promoting positive resolution outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other inspectors and professionals to maintain consistency in interpreting and enforcing trading codes.

Employee Data Integrity Assistant

Royal Eswatini Sugar
04.2012 - 08.2012
  • Manage Dynamic Payroll Employee Information.
  • Capturing and updating of employment information such as next of kin, beneficiaries, education, training history, skills as well as training providers
  • Working closely with specialists such as learning consultants, HR specialists, and IT specialists as well line managers to provide information to be updated on the system

Payroll Administrator

McCarthy Motor Retail
10.2005 - 03.2012
  • Contributed to cross-departmental communication by participating in meetings and sharing relevant payroll updates with team members.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in labor laws affecting payroll administration to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Ensured timely salary disbursements for employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines.
  • Assisted in the successful migration of payroll systems during a company-wide software upgrade without disruption to operations.
  • Managed accurate records of employee time off, leave balances, and attendance for precise pay calculation.
  • Facilitated year-end reporting Workman's Compensation and Skills Development Levies all employees within required deadlines.
  • Prepared detailed reports on payroll activities for management review, highlighting areas requiring improvement or attention.
  • Implemented effective filing systems for both electronic and physical documents related to payroll processing, ensuring easy access when needed.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for+-150 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
  • Collaborated with finance department to determine accurate payment of taxes and deductions.
  • Coordinated with HR personnel to verify accuracy and completeness of employee information.

HR Trainee

Mccarthy Motor Retail
12.2004 - 09.2005
  • Assistant to the HR Officer on; Employee Benefits Management ( Medical Aid, Pension funds, Retirement planning,

  • Employee Training programs planning.
  • Retention programs implementation that include Long service awards, safe driving awards, and departmental team building.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by promptly addressing employee concerns.

Education

Certificate in Advanced Project Management - Project Management

University of Cape Town
RSA
04.2001 -

Honors Degree - Human Resources Management

MANCOSA
Durban South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Employee Relations

Languages

Zulu, isiSwati, English
Native language

Interests

Outdoor sports

Accomplishments

  • Implemented web-based Payspace human resources and time sheet system to minimize errors and cost while improving payroll efficiency.
  • Crafted Wellness, Training and Development, Negotiations, Employee Remuneration and Benefits, Acting, Vehicle Management and COVID Policies
  • Facilitated the Strategic plan 22-2026 crafting and Senior Management Engagement.
  • Supervise a team of three.
  • Implemented efficiency Committees to drive change amongst staff members.

Timeline

HR Payroll Specialist

SNAT Savings and Credit Co-operative Society
01.2021 - Current

HR Officer

Logico Unlimited
01.2018 - 05.2021

Assistant Inspector

Ministry Of Labour And Social Security
01.2015 - 10.2018

Employee Data Integrity Assistant

Royal Eswatini Sugar
04.2012 - 08.2012

Payroll Administrator

McCarthy Motor Retail
10.2005 - 03.2012

HR Trainee

Mccarthy Motor Retail
12.2004 - 09.2005

Certificate in Advanced Project Management - Project Management

University of Cape Town
04.2001 -

Honors Degree - Human Resources Management

MANCOSA
04.2001 -
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