Nikita Toia
Summary
A recent graduate of WINTEC with a Bachelor of Applied Management, majoring in Human Resource Management, I am eager to gain practical experience in the HR field. With a resilient and adaptable mindset, I am passionate about learning new skills and contributing to the growth of both individuals and teams. Known for my strong work ethic, responsibility, and enthusiasm, I thrive in collaborative, team-based environments where I can engage with diverse individuals and motivate those around me. My academic foundation, coupled with my commitment to enhancing employee satisfaction and supporting effective HR operations, positions me to contribute positively to any organisation. I am dedicated to fostering strong employee relations, assisting with recruitment processes, and facilitating training programs to drive continuous improvement.
Key Strengths:
- Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships across all levels of an organisation
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with a focus on team success
- Punctual, honest, and ambitious with a passion for professional development
- Adaptable in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Assistant
Big Cedar Lodge
03.2024 - Current
- Scheduling interviews for multiple departments
- Provided administrative support with payroll, calendars, meetings, and data entry and organisation
- Received and screened 20+ calls per day, responding to emails, and interfacing with applicants and outfitters
- Assist in onboarding process for a seamless new hire integration
- Maintained employee records with cloud-based HR management software for efficient and secure data access
- Mentored new HR members fostering professional growth and development within the team
- Assisted in the recruitment process of applicants by screening resumes and initiating contact
- Ensured confidentiality of all personnel, office, and employment records
Study Placement
Waikato Tainui
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: Tainui Group Holdings
- Completing tasks in Recruitment & Selection, Health & Safety, Retention & Performance Management, and Training & Development
- Joined Careers Pathway team in the powhiri and whakawhanaungatanga for Te Waharoa
- Tainui Group Holdings
Study Placement
Edwards Employment Law
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Reading through cases, policies, and contracts
- Scanning documents
Checkout Operator
Pak’n Save
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Serving customers
- Supervising self-serve checkouts
- Handling money
- Approving and declining alcohol
- Communicating with customers, co-workers, and supervisors
Volunteer • Film, Editor, and Design
Boundream Limited
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Arranging footage and matching with sound files
- Adding closed captions to completed videos
- Operating cameras, lights, and teleprompter
Education
Bachelor of Applied Management - Business, Advanced Human Resource Management, Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability, Commercial Law, E-commerce, Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Management People and Change, Operations Management, Professional Communication, Project Management
Wintec
01.2022
NCEA - Achieved levels 1, 2, and 3
Sacred Heart Girls’ College
01.2019
Design Thinking Waananga -
Waikato Tainui
04.2017
Skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Building collaborative relationships
- File maintenance
- Resume screening
- Intermediate understanding of Te Reo Māori
- Human resources administration
- Employee onboarding
- Background checks
- Payroll administration
- HR policies
- Administrative support
Accomplishments
1-year HR internship with Big Cedar Lodge, USA, MO
Leadership Experience
I was a member of the Senior Council at Sacred Heart Girls’ College as the Māori Perspective Leader in 2018-19, advocating for all Māori and those who were interested in Te Ao Māori students. This role involved attending weekly meetings and co-ordinating events within the kura, and preparing proposals and supporting extracurricular events. I was also a member of the 2019 Tuakana – Teina programme, which is a senior support group for junior students.
Activities
- 2018-2019, North Harbour Under 19 Girls Softball
- 2019-2020, Waikato Under 15 Girls Softball Trainer
- 2019-2020, Waikato Under 18 Girls Softball
- 2019-2020, Waikato Under 23 Girls Softball
- 2020-2021, Waikato Under 18 Girls Softball Trainer/Assistant Coach
- 2021-2022, Waikato Women NFC
- 2017-2019, Kaitātaki wahine
- Te Kāreti
- Te Ngakau Tapu
Driverslicense
Full driver’s license (NZ), Class 1 (General Vehicle)
Timeline
Human Resource Assistant
Big Cedar Lodge
03.2024 - Current
Study Placement
Waikato Tainui
08.2022 - 11.2022
Study Placement
Edwards Employment Law
07.2022 - 11.2022
Checkout Operator
Pak’n Save
04.2022 - 02.2024
Volunteer • Film, Editor, and Design
Boundream Limited
01.2019 - 01.2023
NCEA - Achieved levels 1, 2, and 3
Sacred Heart Girls’ College
Design Thinking Waananga -
Waikato Tainui
Bachelor of Applied Management - Business, Advanced Human Resource Management, Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability, Commercial Law, E-commerce, Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Management People and Change, Operations Management, Professional Communication, Project Management
Wintec
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