Human Resources
Derek Chiteve
NewPath Child & Family Solutions
Erlanger,KY
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Head of Human ResourcesHuman Resources Business PartnerDirector of Human ResourcesEmployee Relations ManagerPeople Operations Manager
1
Certification
26
Years of experience
HR professional aligning strategic HR initiatives with business objectives, improving workplace culture and employee engagement to increase retention. Developed and implemented performance management and workforce development programs supporting organizational goals and compliance. Partnered with business leaders to strengthen people management and risk management.
Work History
2 Years 8 Months
03.2023 - 11.2025
2 Years 8 Months
HR Specialist - Business Partner
NewPath Child & Family Solutions | Cincinnati, Ohio
03.2023 - 11.2025
- Developed and carried out HR strategy aligned with business goals in partnership with leaders.
- Built and launched agency-wide performance management and merit pay programs.
- Worked with CHRO and CFO to design and rollout merit pay resources and tools, including budget matching, percentiles, eligibility rules, terms, and conditions.
- Built compensation structure with market-aligned pay ranges, bonus pay, and other variable pay to support total rewards strategy.
- Researched and analyzed market pay data, creating Excel spreadsheets to present findings for a compensation strategy.
- Delivered training for leaders on performance reviews and disciplinary action.
- Established disciplinary action procedures, processes, and SOPs for attendance infractions, including templates, point system, and training videos.
- Resolved employee relations matters involving conflict, complaints, disciplinary action, and dismissals.
- Reviewed and updated policies and employee handbook to ensure compliance with legal standards.
- Supported payroll through data analysis, merit adjustment formulas, and merit budget determination.
- Partnered with key line managers to develop and prioritize practices that improve employee engagement and team collaboration.
- Project-managed setup, testing, validation, and launch of review templates in HRIS.
- Completed utilization analysis of vendor-run benefit plans and recommended ways to improve user value.
- Managed vendor relationships and supported account performance reviews.
- Reviewed employee exemption status and classification for compliance with applicable laws.
- Worked with Marketing and Communications to develop and refresh templates for performance review cycles, Lunch-with-HR, and new benefit launches.
- Partnered with Marketing, PEO team, and vendors to build and deliver benefit materials and campaigns.
- Audited independent contractor agreements for legal compliance and risk reduction.
- Prepared and submitted compliance reports and internal analysis reports for leaders.
6 Months
02.2022 - 08.2022
6 Months
Program Manager
UC Health | Cincinnati, Ohio
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Guided project team through planning, management, and evaluation processes to ensure successful project execution.
- Motivated team members to take initiative and adopt creative problem-solving, which led to improved project outcomes.
- Facilitated team-building activities that enhanced collaboration and fostered positive workplace culture.
- Advocate for diverse hiring practices to broaden experiences and perspectives within the team.
- Prepared and distributed key communications to directors, staff, and board members.
- Clarified role responsibilities by drafting updated job descriptions for three key positions.
11 Months
02.2021 - 01.2022
11 Months
Operations Supervisor - with HR responsibilities
DHL | Erlanger, KY
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated onboarding and training for new hires to ensure smooth integration into the team.
- Facilitated open communication among team members to enhance collaboration, to build trust and team cohesion.
- Established a safe space for feedback and concerns to enhance workplace culture.
- Provided coaching support and disciplinary action for performance and misconduct issues.
- Tracked PTO accruals, leave balances, attendance, and scheduling data to support policy and legal compliance.
- Developed and implemented a system for tracking key performance indicators to monitor progress. to improve performance.
- Set staggered break schedules to keep operations moving while protecting employee rest periods.
- Added engagement activities during team huddles to strengthen teamwork and sense of belonging.
- Processed employee timesheets manually during system outages.
3 Years 6 Months
08.2017 - 02.2021
3 Years 6 Months
Shop-floor Jobs
Kroger Grocery Store - Amazon - UPS | Erlanger, USA
08.2017 - 02.2021
- Supported Amazon warehouse work by picking, packing, and tracking inventory movement for timely order fulfillment.
- Assisted UPS operations supervisor by coordinating staff assignments and prioritizing workflow to keep work moving on schedule.
- Helped Kroger customers and stocked merchandise on shelves to maintain organized, welcoming store conditions.
- Performed quality inspections at Supplier Inspection Services and documented product findings for compliance support.
7 Years 3 Months
05.2010 - 08.2017
7 Years 3 Months
HR & Nonprofit Consultant
Project Outsource | Port Louis, Mauritius
05.2010 - 08.2017
- Supported nonprofit clients with grant writing, management reporting, project design, and program streamlining; assisted with proposal development and partner coordination.
- Directed grant writing, grant administration, reporting, project and program design, proposal preparation, submission workflows, and stakeholder communication.
- Delivered HR consultancy and nonprofit support through project outsourcing across talent management, compliance, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, culture, performance management, compensation, training, and development.
- Advanced grant writing, grant management, reporting, project design, program streamlining, proposal development, submission coordination, and partner communication.
- Reviewed project proposals for grant-makers, delivered leadership and staff training, conducted grantee audits for prospective funding partners, and served T1DIAMS, Belle Verte, Fraternité Mauricienne des Malades et Handicapés (FMMH), Ailes APSA, Ti Rayons Soleil, and Decentralised Cooperation Programme.
- Evaluated project proposals for Decentralized Cooperation Program - Mauritian government and European Union initiative focused on poverty alleviation and social empowerment.
- Assessed project proposals for grant-makers, led leadership and staff development sessions, performed grantee audits for prospective funding partners, and advised organizations including T1DIAMS, Belle Verte, Fraternité Mauricienne des Malades et Handicapés (FMMH), Ailes APSA, Ti Rayons Soleil, and Decentralized Cooperation Program.
- Strengthened funding decisions through proposal review for grant-makers, leadership, and staff training, and grantee audits for prospective funding partners
- Developed holistic care programs for individuals with type 1 diabetes.
- Developed programs addressing HIV/AIDS and substance use issues.
- Implemented management strategies for individuals with type 2 diabetes.
- Developed educational and nutritional programs for children and women's empowerment.
1 Year 1 Month
04.2009 - 05.2010
1 Year 1 Month
Executive Director & HR Officer
Association Kinouête | , Mauritius
04.2009 - 05.2010
- Developed attendance, attire, and grooming policies to enhance workplace standards.
- Helped build salary structures and a matrix tool for setting pay based on several factors.
- Supported HR audit to review compliance standards, including merit and promotional pay increases.
- Delivered training in soft and hard skills, enhancing competencies in weekly planning and report writing.
- Created salary structures and a matrix tool for determining pay based on multiple factors.
- Completed HR audit to assess compliance standards, including merit and promotional pay increases.
- Conducted compensation analyses, market pricing studies, pay equity reviews, wage benchmarking, and labor market research.
4 Years 6 Months
09.2004 - 03.2009
4 Years 6 Months
Church Leader
Avondale Christian Church
09.2004 - 03.2009
- Supported weekly worship services and community outreach efforts.
- Provided pastoral care services to support congregational well-being.
- Coordinated educational programs for all age groups within the church.
- Assisted smaller congregations with community engagement efforts.
- Served as a communication link between church members and leadership on initiatives.
1 Year 7 Months
02.2006 - 09.2007
1 Year 7 Months
Private School Founder & Administrator
Morning Star School | Harare, Zimbabwe
02.2006 - 09.2007
- Supported launch of Lighthouse Christian Academy, aligning school goals with community needs.
- Handled founding principal duties, including human resources, general administration, and church co-leadership.
- Managed project lifecycle from start to finish, coordinating resources and monitoring milestones to meet objectives.
- Supported church services and activities, increasing community participation.
2 Years 11 Months
01.2003 - 12.2005
2 Years 11 Months
National Director & HR Principal
Zimbabwe Peace Project | Harare, ZW
01.2003 - 12.2005
- Led full-cycle recruitment of managers and key staff to bolster programming and administration.
- Led recruitment strategy and hiring for a nonprofit workforce
- Managed all HR functions for the nonprofit, reducing administrative overhead by over 30%.
- Managed employee relations and performance management, addressing workplace concerns to foster a positive work environment
- Guided disciplinary actions, ensuring adherence to fair and consistent practices across the organization
- Identified training needs and implemented development programs
- Oversaw compensation and benefits administration
- Developed HR policies and procedures and trained employees for compliance.
- Assured compliance with employment laws, policies, and regulations
- Maintained HR documentation, reporting, and HRIS accuracy
- Led and supported the HR team, setting clear priorities and direction
- Served as a trusted HR partner to corporate and provincial leadership
- Spearheaded organizational culture initiative, enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction in the workplace.
- Established a systematic approach to recruit associates and volunteers.
- Developed succession plans and leader development programs and promoted career mapping
1 Year 11 Months
01.2001 - 12.2002
1 Year 11 Months
Program Manager & HR Admin
Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe | Harare
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Coordinated recruitment efforts by sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
- Facilitated recruitment processes to attract qualified candidates project managers and finance managers to address key skills gaps.
- Facilitated salary and benefits administration to support employee satisfaction and retention.
- Ensured payroll records were accurate and up to date, attendance, leave, and workforce data accurate, consistent, and up to date.
- Organized and maintained employee files for new hires to ensure compliance and easy access to records.
- Helped develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Created employee handbook from scratch.
11 Months
01.2000 - 12.2000
11 Months
Human Resources Manager
Barlby Investments | Harare, ZW
01.2000 - 12.2000
- Facilitated talent acquisition, onboarding, staff development, and offboarding to enhance employee integration and retention.
- Developed and implemented company policies and procedures to ensure compliance and promote a positive workplace culture.
- Performed compensation analysis, market pricing studies, pay equity reviews, wage benchmarking, and labor market research.
- Assisted with workforce planning, succession planning, staffing analysis, and labor forecasting work.
- Generated and distributed workforce reports, dashboards, scorecards, and analytics to inform executive leadership and support operational decision-making.
- Completed workforce audits in remote locations to verify payroll accuracy.
- Introduced a code of conduct plus disciplinary and grievance procedures.
- Built HR process documents and employee records from start to finish.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
UC - Lindner College of Business | Cincinnati, OH | 08-2020
- 3.75 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe | 02-1992
Senior Certified Professional - Human Resources Management
Society for Human Resource Management | International - | 02.2025
Skills
Strategic approach
Performance management
Cultural competence
Employee engagement
Organizational culture
Conflict management
Organizational skills
Employee Relations investigations
Timeline
HR Specialist - Business Partner
NewPath Child & Family Solutions
03.2023 - 11.2025Read more
Program Manager
UC Health
02.2022 - 08.2022Read more
Operations Supervisor - with HR responsibilities
DHL
02.2021 - 01.2022Read more
Shop-floor Jobs
Kroger Grocery Store - Amazon - UPS
08.2017 - 02.2021Read more
HR & Nonprofit Consultant
Project Outsource
05.2010 - 08.2017Read more
Executive Director & HR Officer
Association Kinouête
04.2009 - 05.2010Read more
Private School Founder & Administrator
Morning Star School
02.2006 - 09.2007Read more
Church Leader
Avondale Christian Church
09.2004 - 03.2009Read more
National Director & HR Principal
Zimbabwe Peace Project
01.2003 - 12.2005Read more
Program Manager & HR Admin
Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe
01.2001 - 12.2002Read more
Human Resources Manager
Barlby Investments
01.2000 - 12.2000Read more
UC - Lindner College of Business - Master of Arts, Human Resource Management
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University of Zimbabwe - Bachelor of Science, Public Administration
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Society for Human Resource Management - Senior Certified Professional, Human Resources Management
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Volunteer Work
- Sisters Awake for Action, Head – HR, Development & Program Strategy, KY, 2021-09, Present, Providing HR, program management, funding, and organizational structure support
- CincySHRM, Board Committee Member
- Cincinnati Association of Professional Fundraisers (AFP), Committee Member
- University of Cincinnati's Staff Senate Governance Committee, Served on, 2022, 2022