Cyrus Muwanguzi
Harrisdale,WA
Summary
Diligent Human Resources professional with comprehensive experience in managing all facets of human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Demonstrated success in fostering positive work environment and implementing effective HR policies that support organizational goals. Proven ability to leverage communication and conflict resolution skills to enhance team dynamics and drive employee engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Always About Me
03.2024 - Current
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
- Conducted comprehensive HR audits to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, mitigating risk of legal issues.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
People and Culture Manager
Ngaanyatjarra Council Group
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Liaise with Senior Managers on recruitment needs and position descriptions
- Coordinate the sourcing of candidates through a variety of sources including agencies and effective media outlets
- Coordinate an effective selection process including shortlisting, interviewing and checking of applicants through ELMO
- Coordinate the organisations induction and orientation process
- Investigate and advise on the development and implementation of appropriate and creative strategies for recruitment
- Coordinate the organisation performance appraisal process including probation appraisals through ELMO
- Support managers and supervisors to effectively support, performance manage and discipline their employees as required
- Support the organisation with regards to HR Related Industrial Relations cases
- Represent the organisation in IR cases, as required
- Assist Senior Managers to identify and prioritise staff training needs
- Identify and develop training and development initiatives
- Oversee training and development applications
- Oversee staff travel and accommodation as required for approved training
- Support the organisation by providing its employees with a safe and supportive working environment
- Support the organisation with the development and maintenance of WHS mitigation strategies
- Develop and maintain an WHS filing system and information database
- Maintain an effective HR filing system including comprehensive employee personnel files
- Ensure compliance of HR information management with appropriate Territory, State and Federal Legislation
- Address any HR issues raised by staff within the organisation in a timely and professional manner
- Contribute to the strategic development of HR and assist with the implementation throughout the Ngaanyatjarra Group
- Identify and report inconsistencies, with the ability of being outcome focussed
- Quick to respond to enquiries and action where relevant and/or necessary
- Adhere to strict privacy & confidentiality rules/guidelines
- Maintain diplomacy and tact especially when dealing with personnel information
- Be proactive in relationship management with all Ngaanyatjarra staff, and develop sound working relationships through delivering appropriate and honest support and/or feedback
- Ensure communications are appropriate to Ngaanyatjarra Communities and Ngaanyatjarra Council & it's entities within which the role operates
- Implemented training programs for employees, boosting overall productivity and skill sets.
- Built strong relationships with leaders across business to communicate strategic goals and initiatives.
- Worked with internal partners to design and execute strategic communications and programs to increase overall employee alignment and engagement.
- Created a comprehensive onboarding process, ensuring new hires felt welcomed and supported from day one.
Human Resources Manager
Adventist Care
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Develop Workplace systems and procedures
- HR Policy creation and review
- Workplace Health and Safety management
- Recruitment and retention management
- Payroll processing and management
- Manage Workers Compensation portfolio and return to work
- Interpreting and application of employment related legislation
- Interpreting, advising and application of modern awards
- Formation of workplace consultative committees
- Dispute and grievance management
- Providing timely advice to management
- Involved in organization restructure
Administration
Flag Motor Lodge
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Management of reservations
- Reconciliation of all income and takings
- Daily update of guest accounts
- Rostering and allocation of duties
- Attending to guest requests
Direct Sales Representative
Standard Chartered Bank
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Reviewing of loan applications
- Meeting and consulting with clients to establish their needs
- Preparation of client applications for accounts, mortgages, loans
- Attending to and addressing customer complaints
- Conducting daily meetings to set targets and review outcomes
Audit Assistant
Mubiru/Baliruno & Associates
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Coding and monitoring recommendations
- Regularly tracking the status of audit assignments
- Documenting minutes of department meetings
- Liaising with clients and accountants, informing them of progress and status of the audits
- Completing payroll administration
Education
Cert IV - Occupational Health & Safety
Inspire Education
01.2013
Understanding Awards and Agreements -
Chamber of Commerce and Industry
01.2012
Master of Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA01.2010
Bachelor's - Environmental Management
Makerere University
01.2004
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee Relations
- Team Leader Skills
- Ability to Work Autonomously
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Well Developed Written and Verbal Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Training and mentoring
- Regulatory Compliance
Volunteer Experience
- World Vision, Administrator, 01/01/09, 12/31/10, Updating volunteer data base, Collecting fundraising tins from volunteers; counting donations and signing off, Recording funds raised onto spreadsheets
- World Vision, Corporate Department, 01/01/09, 12/31/11, Contacting potential corporate donors and enlightening them on special projects in various parts of the world. Raising their awareness and interest in the project, Preparation of documents and brochures and dispatch to individual donors, Follow up calls and arranging meetings with manager or manager's PA
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved a stagnated workers' compensation claim which led to settlement and closing off the claim.
- Collaborated with a team of eight in the restructure of the Human Resources department to a People and Culture department.
- Supervised team of eight staff members.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Volunteering
- Swimming
- Reading
- Team Sports
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Always About Me
03.2024 - Current
People and Culture Manager
Ngaanyatjarra Council Group
03.2023 - 03.2024
Human Resources Manager
Adventist Care
01.2012 - 01.2023
Administration
Flag Motor Lodge
01.2008 - 01.2012
Direct Sales Representative
Standard Chartered Bank
01.2007 - 01.2008
Audit Assistant
Mubiru/Baliruno & Associates
01.2004 - 01.2008
Understanding Awards and Agreements -
Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Cert IV - Occupational Health & Safety
Inspire Education
Master of Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor's - Environmental Management
Makerere University
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