Bassie Anel Sesay
Sterling,VA
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at Africell Lintel, specializing in employee engagement and HR analytics. Proven track record in enhancing recruitment strategies and implementing effective onboarding programs, resulting in improved retention rates. Adept at fostering positive employee relations and driving organizational development initiatives through strong leadership and collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager - HR
Africell Lintel
Freetown, Sierra Leone
11.2023 - 09.2025
- Facilitated recruitment processes, enhancing candidate experience and streamlining onboarding procedures.
- Developed training programs to improve employee engagement and performance metrics across departments.
- Managed employee relations issues, providing conflict resolution strategies and promoting a positive workplace culture.
- Implemented HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws and organizational standards.
- Analyzed workforce data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for talent acquisition and retention.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support organizational change initiatives, improving overall business effectiveness.
- Managed benefits administration processes, ensuring that employees received appropriate coverage based on their needs and eligibility requirements.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective onboarding programs and conducting regular performance reviews.
- Facilitated annual performance appraisal cycles by preparing necessary documentation for managers'' review sessions with their respective direct reports.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Head of Section, HR
Africell Lintel Sierra Leone
Freetown
10.2019 - 11.2023
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Developed strategic initiatives to improve team performance and achieve departmental objectives.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Analyzed workflow patterns to identify areas for continuous improvement and optimization.
- Implemented best practices in project management, ensuring timely delivery of critical projects.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Improved employee engagement rates through open lines communication forums where concerns could be addressed promptly and effectively.
- Oversaw the successful launch of multiple high-priority projects, demonstrating strong leadership skills and strategic planning abilities.
- Led cross-functional teams to complete projects on time and within budget, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed a comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in reduced onboarding time and improved job satisfaction.
Electrical Engineer Network Operating Center
Africell Lintel Sierra Leone
Freetown
10.2011 - 10.2019
- Designed and implemented electrical systems for telecommunications projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance.
- Developed technical specifications for equipment procurement and installation.
- Conducted root cause analysis to troubleshoot complex electrical issues.
- Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
- Identified specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations.
- Evaluated power needs for various systems.
- Mentored junior engineers, sharing technical expertise and providing guidance on best practices in the industry.
- Established positive relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, to facilitate project success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated solutions for complex engineering challenges.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering tailor-made electrical engineering solutions for diverse industry sectors.
Education
MBA - Executive
University of Sierra Leone
12-2018
B.Eng(Hon in Electrical And Electronic Engineering -
Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone
Freetown12-2010
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- HR analytics
- Employee relations
- Organizational development
- Recruitment strategies
- Succession planning
- Compensation and benefits
- Employee engagement
- Human resources operations
- Benefits administration
- Employee handbook development
- Payroll coordination
- Payroll administration
- Internal communications
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of Bar Code.
- Documented and resolved employees complaints and grievances which led to a conducive working environment.
- Achieved employees' engagement by completing planned activities with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved an accurate payroll system by introducing Microsoft excel and Socrates for monthly payroll administration tasks.
- Supervised team of 9 staff members.
Certification
- Professional Certificate in HR Operation, IPAC Singapore - August 2020 ( PCHRO)
- Managing Talent, University of Michigan- September 2020
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Manager - HR
Africell Lintel
11.2023 - 09.2025
Head of Section, HR
Africell Lintel Sierra Leone
10.2019 - 11.2023
Electrical Engineer Network Operating Center
Africell Lintel Sierra Leone
10.2011 - 10.2019
MBA - Executive
University of Sierra Leone
B.Eng(Hon in Electrical And Electronic Engineering -
Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone
Best Staff of the year HR
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