Annie Sakala
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with extensive experience at Judiciary Central Administration, excelling in strategic planning and employee engagement. Successfully improved operational efficiency and resolved audit queries, while fostering a culture of accountability. Proven expertise in program management and a passion for developing talent through innovative training initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director - Human Resource
Judiciary Central Administration
Lusaka, ZAMBIA
09.2017 - Current
- Resolved audit queries at the management letter stage to avoid escalation to the Parliamentary Audit Committee (PAC).
- Responsible for the successful recruitment and retention of over 350 staff over the years.
- Develop and coordinate individual and departmental work plans, ensure the availability of job descriptions, evaluate staffing needs, ensure compliance with Judiciary provisions, supervise HR reports, manage the implementation of work plans, monitor staff performance, coordinate salary surveys, and lead budget preparation.
- Improved coordination and communication across the organization to increase operational efficiency.
- Advanced professional development opportunities for staff members through targeted training programs designed to build skills essential for success in their roles.
- Managed financial, operational, and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Oversaw project management efforts, ensuring timely completion of projects within allocated budgets and scope.
Chief Human Resource Management Officer
Judiciary Central Administration
Lusaka
12.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervise recruitment, oversee staff placement, prepare payroll inputs, implement terms of service, plan human resource needs, develop work plans, utilize resources efficiently, prepare personnel budget, and provide timely progress reports
- Improved team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and delegation techniques
- Managed high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability and open communication that ultimately led to better project outcomes
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching for continuous improvement efforts
- Increased employee engagement through the implementation of professional development opportunities and recognition programs
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality
- Oversaw payroll activities to ensure resolution of over 80% of the misplacements on the Judiciary payroll
Senior Human Resource Management Officer
Judiciary Central Administration
Lusaka
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Supervise HR Management Officer, address HR needs, conduct recruitment, interpret service conditions, prepare personnel budget, document terminal benefits payments, and compile payroll inputs
- Established performance metrics and monitored progress toward goals, ensuring timely adjustments were made as necessary for optimal results
- Increased employee engagement through the implementation of professional development opportunities and recognition programs
- Came up with a confidential support group to provide both nutritional and emotional support to employees living with HIV/AIDS
- Resolve over 60% of audit queries at provincial Human Resource Level
Education
Master of Science - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
University of Zambia
Lusaka, 0905.2024
Bachelor of Arts - DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
University of Zambia
Lusaka07.2008
Grade 12 Certificate -
Ghanzi Senior Secondary School
Botswana12.2002
Skills
Strategic planning
- Change Management
- Program Management
- Program implementation
- Process updates
- Policy analysis
- Budget development
- Staff management
- Risk Analysis
- Human Resources
- Corporate governance
- Recruitment and hiring
- Employee motivation
- Performance evaluation
- Employee training
- Change planning
- Change management
- Program oversight
- Organizational development
- Program management
- Innovation management
- Strategic projects
Affiliations
MEMBER OF THE ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
References
- Dr. Jason Mwansa, Department of Development Studies, University of Zambia, P.O Box 32379, Lusaka, Lusaka, 0977 945790
- Ms. Nalishebo Imataa, Chief Administrator, Judiciary Central Administration, P.O Box 50067, Lusaka, Lusaka, 0979 376453
Trainings Workshops
- Baseline Survey for the Integrated Community Based ECCD Project, Consultant, Petauke and Katete Districts, Eastern Province, ChildFund, 2017
- A Benchmarking Research on meeting tenets of Cooperate Governance, PI, LUSE, 2014
- Gender Impact Evaluation of the 1996 Education Policy, PI, FAWEZA, 2014
- Training by PMEC for end-users, 01/2013
- Training for Trainers Workshop, Future Search Zambia, 11/2013
Personal Information
- Hobbies: Reading Novels, Listening to music, Cooking, Traveling
- Date of Birth: 02/04/85
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Zambian
Timeline
Deputy Director - Human Resource
Judiciary Central Administration
09.2017 - Current
Chief Human Resource Management Officer
Judiciary Central Administration
12.2015 - 09.2017
Senior Human Resource Management Officer
Judiciary Central Administration
03.2013 - 12.2015
Master of Science - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Arts - DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
University of Zambia
Grade 12 Certificate -
Ghanzi Senior Secondary School
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