Honest Hachendela
Sinazongwe,Zambia
Summary
Dynamic Human Resource Manager with a proven track record at Maamba Energy Limited, adept at implementing effective recruitment strategies and enhancing employee engagement. Skilled in HRIS management and conflict resolution, I successfully developed onboarding programs that improved retention rates and fostered a positive workplace culture.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resource Manager
Maamba Energy Limited (Addmore Mechanical Services)
Sinazongwe, ZM
05.2024 - Current
- Developed employee onboarding programs to enhance initial training experiences.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts to fill open positions efficiently and effectively.
- Managed employee records and ensured compliance with labor regulations.
- Implemented employee engagement initiatives to boost morale and retention rates.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between employees to maintain workplace harmony.
- Organized training sessions to promote skill enhancement and professional growth.
- Conducted performance evaluations to support employee development and feedback.
- Maintained HRIS systems for accurate data management and reporting capabilities.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Maintained employee records in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements.
- Created job postings, tracked applicants and maintained applicant database.
- Identified, screened and interviewed potential employees.
- Directed HR programs, policies and processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Evaluated current HR processes and recommended changes when necessary to improve efficiency.
- Organized orientation sessions for new hires and provided them with onboarding information.
- Encouraged open communications, promoting positive and pro-employee work environment.
- Held exit interviews and documented information discussed with employees.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments or personnel using sound judgment to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Provided HR consultation services to leadership and department heads.
- Reviewed job descriptions regularly to ensure accuracy of duties assigned to each position.
- Compiled reports to provide management with accurate information and comply with policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
- Investigated employee relations matters through interviews with involved parties to ensure a fair resolution.
- Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
- Collaborated with department managers to develop comprehensive training programs that meet the needs of each individual team member.
- Achieved desired work environment and performance by proactively advising and guiding employees on best practices and overseeing HR training.
- Identified operational weaknesses to improve or innovate people, programs and processes.
- Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies.
- Supported top talent identification processes by interviewing candidates and executing onboarding, orientation, and benefits processes.
- Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
- Provided guidance on labor law compliance issues such as FMLA, ADA, Title VII.
- Implemented organizational change initiatives effectively while minimizing disruption in operations.
- Used data and analytics to improve company processes for recruitment, selection and onboarding.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Assisted in developing succession planning strategies for key positions within the organization.
- Analyzed data gathered from surveys, focus groups or other methods to identify areas of improvement within the organization's HR practices.
Human Resource Intern
Maamba Energy Limited
Sinazongwe, ZM
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted in developing onboarding materials for new employees.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews with candidates.
- Maintained employee records in the HR management system.
- Supported payroll processing by collecting and verifying timesheets.
- Organized employee training sessions and tracked attendance records.
- Conducted initial screenings of job applications for open positions.
- Assisted in preparing reports on employee engagement and feedback.
- Collaborated with team members to improve internal communication processes.
- Organized and stored employment forms and information.
- Organized and maintained personnel records in a secure database.
- Helped with recruitment by posting job openings, screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
- Created job descriptions for new roles within the organization.
- Maintained confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information relating to personnel files or organizational policies.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss company policies and procedures related to human resources management.
- Prepared onboarding documents for new hires, such as contracts and employee handbooks.
- Compiled reports on employee performance evaluations, attendance records, and training programs.
- Analyzed internal feedback surveys from employees about their workplace experience.
- Coordinated activities for onboarding new hires such as orientation sessions and tours of the facility.
- Provided administrative support to HR team members including tracking of vacation days and other employee benefits.
- Developed presentations on various topics related to human resources management.
- Provided administrative support to the Human Resources department including filing, data entry and record keeping.
- Conducted new employee orientations and onboarding processes.
- Selected qualified job applicants or referred to managers to make hiring recommendations.
- Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
- Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
- Scheduled or conducted new employee orientations.
- Maintained and updated organizational charts, employee handbooks or performance evaluation forms.
- Searched for qualified job candidates using computer databases, media advertisements or employee referrals.
- Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Prepared or maintained employment records using human resources management system software.
- Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
- Advised management on organizing, preparing or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
- Developed or implemented recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
- Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints or other employee concerns.
Human Resource Intern
Chongwe Municipal Council
Chongwe
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assisted in developing onboarding materials for new employees.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews with candidates.
- Maintained employee records in the HR management system.
- Supported payroll processing by collecting and verifying timesheets.
- Organized employee training sessions and tracked attendance records.
- Conducted initial screenings of job applications for open positions.
- Assisted in preparing reports on employee engagement and feedback.
- Collaborated with team members to improve internal communication processes.
- Organized and stored employment forms and information.
- Organized and maintained personnel records in a secure database.
- Helped with recruitment by posting job openings, screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
- Created job descriptions for new roles within the organization.
- Maintained confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information relating to personnel files or organizational policies.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss company policies and procedures related to human resources management.
- Prepared onboarding documents for new hires, such as contracts and employee handbooks.
- Compiled reports on employee performance evaluations, attendance records, and training programs.
- Analyzed internal feedback surveys from employees about their workplace experience.
- Coordinated activities for onboarding new hires such as orientation sessions and tours of the facility.
- Provided administrative support to HR team members including tracking of vacation days and other employee benefits.
- Developed presentations on various topics related to human resources management.
- Provided administrative support to the Human Resources department including filing, data entry and record keeping.
- Conducted new employee orientations and onboarding processes.
- Selected qualified job applicants or referred to managers to make hiring recommendations.
- Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
- Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
- Scheduled or conducted new employee orientations.
- Maintained and updated organizational charts, employee handbooks or performance evaluation forms.
- Searched for qualified job candidates using computer databases, media advertisements or employee referrals.
- Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Prepared or maintained employment records using human resources management system software.
- Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
- Advised management on organizing, preparing or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
- Developed or implemented recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
- Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints or other employee concerns.
Education
Chalimbana University
Lusaka, SOUTHERNSkills
- Employee onboarding
- Recruitment strategies
- Performance evaluations
- HRIS management
- Labor law compliance
- Employee engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Training facilitation
- Change management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Project coordination
- Confidential information handling
- Benefits administration
- Employee relations
- Corrective action planning
- Compensation and benefits
- Diversity and inclusion
- Grievance handling and redressal
- HR leadership
- Benefits programs
- HR analytics
- Recruitment life cycle
- Exit interviews
- Contract negotiation
- Organizational development
- Compensation structuring
- Recruitment oversight
- Payroll coordination
- Recordkeeping
- Background checks
- Company organization
- Payroll administration
- Orientation preparation
- New employee orientation
- Policy enforcement
- Risk management
- Union relations
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Records management
- Benefits and compensation management
- Internal communications
- Human resources operations
- Talent management
- Compliance
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee retention
- Personnel information systems
- Workforce improvements
- Recruitment
- Recruitment and selection
- Labor relations
- Training development
- Personnel recruitment
- HR guidance
- Job analysis
Languages
English
First Language
Chitonga
Advanced (C1)
C1
Bemba
Advanced (C1)
C1
Nyanja
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- Associate ZIHRM Member
Affiliations
- Football
- Music
- Debate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Human Resource Manager
Maamba Energy Limited (Addmore Mechanical Services)
05.2024 - Current
Human Resource Intern
Maamba Energy Limited
01.2024 - 05.2024
Human Resource Intern
Chongwe Municipal Council
01.2023 - 04.2023
Chalimbana University