Juma Kohath Reuben
Human Resources Manager
P. O. Box 40668 - 00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Summary
Results-driven management professional offering 25+ years in achieving positive human resources results for both public & private companies. Articulate negotiator skillful in supporting competitive company growth by sourcing top-quality applicants for critical roles. Organized planner with excellent team leadership and program management abilities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Operations Specialist
Acuity International Company
Balad AB, Salah Ad Din
07.2021 - Current
- Develop, track, and report project performance metrics.
- Create and update all situations, incidents, accidents, and periodic reports.
- Document and report information necessary to support program management reviews.
- Assisting with the development of standard operating procedures and other project quality documents.
- Develop document management and retention processes and procedures.
- Ensure the project/program management is informed of issues impacting project execution.
- Coordinate development of site-specific contingency plans such as evacuation, etc.
Senior Human Resources Associate
Acuity International Company
Balad AB, Salah Ad Din
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented a recruiting and screening system and procedures to attract qualified candidates.
- Coordinated management training in hiring, interviewing, promotions, terminations, and performance reviews.
- Prepared and delivered training and development of the HR teamand orientation of the new hires.
- As HRBP, I supported hiring managers to advertise jobs, review resumes, and select and interview candidates.
- Participated in developing and implementing programs for ensuring employees’ safety and security.
- Advised departmental managers on appropriate strategies for resolving employee relations issues.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of work improvement methods and processes.
- Participated in the formulation of all human resources policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate and updated electronic file records for over 1900 employees.
- Tracked employees on personal leave of absence and medical leave in accordance with company policies and;
- Prepared employee separation notices and related documents for those who failed to return to work within the authorized period of absence from the place of work.
Senior QC Officer (Inspectorate)
Kenya Defence Forces
Nairobi, Nairobi
10.2016 - 09.2018
- Conducted security inspections of the assigned installations, facilities, and equipment, physical security surveys, and investigations, and provided the status report.
- Evaluated and reported on the degree of security, quality service, productivity, and compliance.
- Conducted operational audits, employee benefit plan audits, compliance audits, and performance audits for the whole Kenya Defence Forces and prepared decision briefs for the Service Commanders and the Chief of Kenya Defence Forces.
- Detected defects in security posture and systems, logistics and administrative matters, and recommended solutions.
- Trained and sensitized leaders and staff at all levels on new procedures, policies, directives, and compliance.
- Identified security gaps and recommended the use of CCTV cameras to enhance security.
- Identified skills and training gaps in personnel and recommended strategies for improvement.
- Detected defects in ongoing projects and recommended corrective measures to the Defence Headquarters.
Senior Personnel Manager
National Defence College, Karen, Kenya
01.2014 - 03.2015
- I command, led, and implemented the requisite human resources functions for 890+ personnel of various specializations in a United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan.
- Efficiently managed and accounted for over $800,000.00, allocated by the Government of Kenya to cater for maintenance of equipment, purchase of emergency drugs and minor construction work.
- Planned, implemented, controlled, and coordinated all peace support activities/tasks assigned to the battalion by the United Nations through the Force Commander within the allocated area of responsibility.
- Developed plans to mitigate and counter security threats and impacts, thereby enhancing force protection of own personnel, United Nations staff, and humanitarian aid workers.
- Provided effective leadership that promoted personnel’s morale, thereby winning their hearts, minds, and will to pursue and achieve the set objectives and goals.
- Planned & improved administration of leave of absence through timely communication of processes and provision of timely feedback to supervisors
- Identified & implemented 4 quick impact projects funded by the United Nations to the tune of $200,000.00 to improve the livelihood of the local community.
- Investigated and gathered facts for all grievances and termination hearings, thereby resolving most cases without further arbitration.
- Planned and supervised the recovery of equipment from a low of 49% operational state to a high of 91% within 6 months, thereby complying with the United Nations requirements.
- Planned and processed travel documents, including visas, for all personnel under command to enhance compliance with the host nation’s laws and travel requirements.
Senior Personnel Officer
Kenya Defence Forces
Nairobi, Nairobi
10.2009 - 01.2014
- Implemented various human resources functions towards administering 800+ personnel of various trades and specializations.
- Planned & implemented annual recruitment of new employees to meet the manpower requirements.
- Retrained drivers & equipment operators, which reduced accidents from a high of 42 annually to less than 5 per year, thereby enabling the Kenya Defence Forces to save millions of dollars that was spent on replacement and repairs of damaged equipment, and on medical compensation of injuries annually.
- Eradicated all forms of theft and pilferages, thereby saving tens of thousands of dollars of public funds.
- Supervised and enforced accountability in all construction projects, thereby eliminating sub-standard work, waste of materials, delays in completion of projects, and enhanced 100% delivery on assigned construction projects.
- Improved the conditions of the workplace, accommodations, dining, welfare & recreation facilities, thereby enhancing employees’ morale, safety & security.
- Prepared flexible budgets & effectively controlled expenditure in accordance with guidelines, thereby eliminating over expenditure by 100%.
- Maintained & enforced 100% compliance to progressive discipline procedures in accordance with the organizational policies.
- Embraced diversity, implemented an effective talent management and succession plan to enhance personnel retention, minimize turnover and improve morale of the workforce.
- Enforced compliance with ethical behaviours and maintained an open-door policy to receive and resolve employee’s complaints and grievances. This promoted the elimination of workplace discrimination.
Personnel Officer
Kenya Defence Forces
Mariakani, Mombasa
02.2000 - 09.2009
- I curbed absenteeism and indiscipline among the personnel under my command through counseling and guidance by putting in place an efficient system of granting short leaves of absence void of favour and tribalism.
- Reduced absenteeism cases from a high of 3 per year to zero per year; improving personnel morale through streamlining of career progression, promotions, and rewards, in line with the Battalion plan;
- Enforced proper maintenance and utilization of resources, vehicles, and equipment;
- Maintained security within my area of responsibility that included Lamu, Kiunga, Hulugho, and Ijara;
- Attended all District Security meetings within my area of responsibility and offered expert advice in respect of security and Maintained high level of safety and security of all troops under my command.
Mechanical Transport Officer
Kenya Defence Forces
Mariakani, Mombasa
07.1995 - 11.2002
- I curbed road traffic accidents through refreshing, training, and sensitizing all drivers on the need to embrace defensive driving skills, thereby reducing road traffic accident cases from a high of 16 per year to a low of 4 per year.
- Curbed theft of fuel by enforcing proper management and control strategies.
- Improved vehicles serviceability state from a low of 48% to a high of 92% and Streamlined drivers training and career progression thereby enhancing morale and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sustainable Human Development
Tangaza University College, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2016 - 10.2018
Ordinary Diploma - Strategic Studies
University of Nairobi, Strategic Studies
Nairobi, Kenya 06.2006 - 12.2007
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Ortum Boys High School, General studies
01.1983 - 12.1986
MBA - Business Management
Unicaf University
Lusaka, Zambia 02.2020 - 12.2022
Level 7 Diploma - Human Resources Management
Courses For Professional Development (CPD)
Brentwood, UK 02.2020 - 11.2022
Skills
Leadership skills
Timeline
Project Operations Specialist
Acuity International Company
07.2021 - Current
MBA - Business Management
Unicaf University
02.2020 - 12.2022
Level 7 Diploma - Human Resources Management
Courses For Professional Development (CPD)
02.2020 - 11.2022
Senior Human Resources Associate
Acuity International Company
10.2018 - 07.2021
Senior QC Officer (Inspectorate)
Kenya Defence Forces
10.2016 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Sustainable Human Development
Tangaza University College, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
01.2016 - 10.2018
Senior Personnel Manager
National Defence College, Karen, Kenya
01.2014 - 03.2015
Senior Personnel Officer
Kenya Defence Forces
10.2009 - 01.2014
Ordinary Diploma - Strategic Studies
University of Nairobi, Strategic Studies
06.2006 - 12.2007
Personnel Officer
Kenya Defence Forces
02.2000 - 09.2009
Mechanical Transport Officer
Kenya Defence Forces
07.1995 - 11.2002
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Ortum Boys High School, General studies
01.1983 - 12.1986
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