MELLISA H. MANDAZAH
Summary
Chartered HR Practitioner candidate with extensive experience in strategic human capital management, governance, and multi-unit HR leadership. Proven ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives, drive cultural transformation, and implement group-wide policies. Expertise in workforce planning, talent management, HR analytics, compliance, and organizational design. Adept at influencing senior leadership and delivering measurable business impact through advanced HR practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Human Resources Business Partner
Amalgamated Brands Private Limited
05.2025 - Current
- Partners with executive leadership across multiple subsidiaries to align HR strategy with overall business objectives.
- Designed and implemented group-wide HR policies, ensuring compliance with labour legislation and best practice standards.
- Lead workforce planning and talent management initiatives across diverse business units, driving succession planning and leadership development.
- Provides strategic guidance on organizational design, change management, and cultural transformation programs.
- Participating in group-level performance management frameworks, ensuring consistency and fairness in appraisal systems.
- Directs HR analytics and reporting for the group, delivering insights to inform strategic decisions and improve operational efficiency.
- Manages complex employee relations cases across multiple industries, mitigating risk and maintaining positive industrial relations.
- Champions diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, embedding these principles into group HR practices.
- Collaborates with Group finance and operations to optimize HR budgets and resource allocation across the group.
- Acts as a trusted advisor to senior leadership in the portfolio companies on HR governance, compliance, and strategic workforce issues.
Acting Human Resources Manager
GetBucks Microfinance Bank
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Led the Bank's Human Resources function, providing strategic guidance and support, enhancing employee engagement and retention through targeted Human Resources initiatives.
- Provided strategic HR leadership, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals and regulatory compliance.
- Drove HR analytics for workforce insights, enabling data-driven decisions.
- Oversaw HR governance, budget optimization, and employee relations to mitigate risk.
- Championed organizational change and cultural transformation programs.
Senior Human Resources Officer
GetBucks Microfinance Bank
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported strategic workforce planning and talent acquisition initiatives.
- Delivered HR reports to EXCO and Board, reinforcing governance and compliance.
- Implemented training and development aligned with organizational strategy.
Relationship Officer
Steward Bank Limited
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Managed client relationships and compliance, demonstrating governance and stakeholder engagement skills.
Graduate Trainee - Human Resources and Administration
Schweppes Holdings Africa Limited
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Administered payroll and benefits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Supported HR operations and policy implementation.
Human Resources Intern
Premier Service Medical Investments Private Limited
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Coordinated and facilitated 13 training programs.
- Administrated, monitored, and evaluated training interventions.
- Produced training reports after each training program.
- Participated in the recruitment and selection of student interns and front office staff.
- Conducted quarterly salary surveys for strategic positions.
- Participated in training needs analysis sessions.
- Assisted in developing Performance Management and Supervisory Development training manuals.
- Managed confidential employee files, maintained accurate records for performance evaluations, salary adjustments, and promotions.
- Assisted in HR governance, training, and performance management initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree - Industrial Relations
Great Zimbabwe University
01.2015
Master of Science Degree - Human Capital Development Systems
University of Zimbabwe
06.2026
Diploma - Human Resources Management
Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe
01.2026
Advanced Level - undefined
Jameson High School
Ordinary Level - undefined
ST David's Girls High Bonda
Certifications And Professional Affiliations
- Associate Member - Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe
- Payroll Processing - Belina Time Solutions
- Employment Terminations - Stallon Consultancy
- Certified Payroll Administrator - Eunoia Consultants
- Disciplinary Management - Proficiency Consulting Group
- HR Analytics Harnessing HR Data for Organizational Success - Alison
Timeline
Group Human Resources Business Partner
Amalgamated Brands Private Limited
05.2025 - Current
Acting Human Resources Manager
GetBucks Microfinance Bank
01.2025 - 04.2025
Senior Human Resources Officer
GetBucks Microfinance Bank
02.2023 - 12.2024
Relationship Officer
Steward Bank Limited
02.2018 - 11.2021
Graduate Trainee - Human Resources and Administration
Schweppes Holdings Africa Limited
04.2016 - 01.2018
Human Resources Intern
Premier Service Medical Investments Private Limited
08.2013 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree - Industrial Relations
Great Zimbabwe University
Master of Science Degree - Human Capital Development Systems
University of Zimbabwe
Diploma - Human Resources Management
Institute of People Management of Zimbabwe
Advanced Level - undefined
Jameson High School
Ordinary Level - undefined
ST David's Girls High Bonda