Joshua Diakanwa
Oceanside,NY
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Benefits Specialist
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored legislative changes impacting employee benefits programs, adapting strategies accordingly for continued compliance.
- Developed and analyzed models to support employee benefit plan rollout both successfully and efficiently.
- Educated employees on their benefit options, empowering them to make informed decisions about coverage.
- Resolved complex benefits issues, providing prompt assistance and support to employees in need.
Human Resources Associate
Amber Charter Schools
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Efficiently managed the Human Resources Inbox, promptly addressing employee inquiries regarding benefits, providing accurate information, and resolving concerns in a timely manner
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by overseeing employee time cards, including effectively managing terminations, Paid Time Off (PTO) tracking, and Employee Leave requests, ensuring accurate and compliant record-keeping
- Actively contributed to fostering a positive work environment by maintaining clear communication channels and providing support to employees throughout the HR processes, promoting employee satisfaction and engagement at Amber Charter Schools.
Human Resources, Benefits Specialist
Environmental Defense Fund
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed branded benefits brochures for EDF Mexico, Japan, and India Human Resources teams
- Conducted monthly meetings to communicate updates and changes to benefits packages.
- Collaborated with compensation, HRIS, and retirement teams to develop a comprehensive plan for enhancing human resources benefits strategy
Human Resources, Benefits Specialist
National Grid
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Conducted 40+ new hire orientation sessions for a diverse pool of over 500 employees from the US and UK.
- Developed a strategic business plan to address job retention, company branding, and partnerships in order to enhance the recruiting strategy for high school STEM outreach nationwide.
- Managed summer HR intern, including supporting a final project, conducting weekly check-in meetings, and fostering collaboration with other departments and interns
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Bentley University
Waltham, MA05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- FMLA Administration
- Benefits Administration Expertise
- Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- Workday
- SAP
Timeline
Senior Benefits Specialist
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
05.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Associate
Amber Charter Schools
09.2022 - 01.2024
Human Resources, Benefits Specialist
Environmental Defense Fund
02.2022 - 08.2022
Human Resources, Benefits Specialist
National Grid
06.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Bentley University
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