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Sara Sem

Sara Sem

Senior Administrative Specialist
Windhoek, Khomas

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Administrative Specialist

Halliburton Energy Services-Corporation
01.2024 - Current
  • Performing numerical, statistical, and/or financial analysis.
  • Expedited project completion times by coordinating resources from multiple departments as needed.
  • Analyze and resolve problems and effectively deliver information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Defining methods and procedures used to reach an end product.
  • Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Mostly work under limited supervision, within a specialized function with work verified on an as needed basis
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.


Transport & Logistics


  • Plans and coordinates flights, accommodation, and transfers as per requests.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with external vendors.
  • Checks that all requests from Production Service Lines Leaders (PSL) are correctly completed and approved.
  • Captures travel orders on a Tracker.
  • Ensures that bookings are done and confirmed and forward them to PSL Leaders onshore/offshore or relevant employees.
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration among team members while promoting individual growth.


HSE Assistant


  • Assisted in tracking key performance indicators related to HSE objectives, enabling continuous improvement efforts.
  • Collaborated with management to establish a culture of safety, resulting in reduced accident rates.
  • Kept files and records in content management systems such as MS SharePoint.
  • Capturing and reporting HSE observations (onshore & offshore) on ONEVIEW

HSE observations look-out for;

  • compliance with safety rules and regulations
  • (Right) use of PPE
  • correct and safe use of tools/machines
  • handling of hazardous substances
  • handling of environmentally harmful substances

Human Resource Practitioner

Min.Of Home Affairs, Immigration Safety&Sec(NAMPOL
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR policies and procedures.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations to each employee.
  • Provided coaching on interviewing techniques to hiring managers, enhancing their ability to assess candidate suitability accurately during interviews.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs.
  • Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Resolved disputes efficiently by conducting thorough investigations and applying appropriate resolution strategies.
  • Streamlined personnel record-keeping processes, resulting in improved efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits.
  • Reduced employee turnover by devising effective retention strategies, including career development plans and recognition programs.

Human Resource Practitioner

Ministry Of Education, Arts & Culture
02.2017 - 04.2022
  • Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with Teachers, Learners and Parents (School Board members) to establish trust and rapport.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR policies and procedures.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations to each employee.
  • Provided coaching on interviewing techniques to hiring managers, enhancing their ability to assess candidate suitability accurately during interviews.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Prevented unnecessary escalations by addressing concerns effectively at the earliest stages of the dispute process.
  • Resolved disputes efficiently by conducting thorough investigations and applying appropriate resolution strategies.
  • Conducted performance reviews.
  • Streamlined personnel record-keeping processes, resulting in improved efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits.
  • Reduced employee turnover by devising effective retention strategies.

Procurement Committee Member

Omusati Regional Council
10.2017 - 04.2022
  • Drafting and preparations of Bid and Tender documents.
  • Developed ideas for raising capital to fund special projects.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
  • Organized competitive bidding processes among suppliers to ensure fair pricing opportunities while maintaining high product quality standards.
  • Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
  • Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
  • Assisted in the development of annual budgets by forecasting procurement needs accurately based on historical data analysis.
  • Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
  • Procured materials for Human Resource Departments
  • Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.

SAP System Administrator- Human Resources

Namibians Ports Authority-Namport
08.2014 - 08.2016
  • Delivered customized training sessions to end-users, increasing overall proficiency in the use of SAP software within the organization.
  • Reduced manual workload for HR staff through automation of key tasks using SAP functionalities.
  • Trained Employees in utilizing SAP HCM tools, ensuring optimal understanding and usage of the system features.
  • Traveled to client locations to implement SAP solutions and offered support services.

Education

Masters of Management -

STADIO Higher Education
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2024

Bachelor Hon. Human Resources Development & Ma -

International University of Management
Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia
09.2016

International Certificate in Oil & Gas Operational -

NEBOSH
South Africa
03.2024

High School Diploma -

Dawid Sheehama Secondary School
Outapi, Omusati, Namibia
10.2012

Skills

  • Recruitment Management & Background Checks
  • Onboarding and training
  • Labor agreements & Employee Investigations
  • Benefits Administration (Wages and salary)
  • Organizational Development & Talent Acquisition
  • Hazard Identification & Accident Prevention
  • Environmental management &Ergonomics Evaluation & Incident Investigation
  • Workplace Inspection; Emergency Readiness
  • Data Entry; Clerical Support; Data Management

Certification

  • Certificate in Human Management Skills
  • Certificate in Global HSE Environmental Compliance Awareness
  • Certificate in Explosive Safety
  • Certificate in Hazard Communication
  • Certificate in Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Certificate in Global HSE Fatigue Management Awareness
  • Certificate in Ergonomics General Awareness
  • Certificate in Fire Prevention & Control
  • Certificate in Life Rules & Critical Focus (CFA)

Languages

English
Proficient
C2

Reference

Michelle Ngaujake - Halliburton 

Senior Government Relations Representative

+264813671756


Ruben Hangula - Namibian Police Force( Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration Safety & Security)

Chief Inspector

Human Capital Management Directorate

+264813262322


Leena Kagola - Namibian Ports Authority( Namport)

Senior Human Resource Business Partner 

+264811501735


Diana Dominikus- Omusati Directorate of Education, Arts & Culture

Senior Human Resource Practitioner

+264814739567


Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Senior Administrative Specialist

Halliburton Energy Services-Corporation
01.2024 - Current

Human Resource Practitioner

Min.Of Home Affairs, Immigration Safety&Sec(NAMPOL
05.2022 - 12.2023

Procurement Committee Member

Omusati Regional Council
10.2017 - 04.2022

Human Resource Practitioner

Ministry Of Education, Arts & Culture
02.2017 - 04.2022

SAP System Administrator- Human Resources

Namibians Ports Authority-Namport
08.2014 - 08.2016

Masters of Management -

STADIO Higher Education

Bachelor Hon. Human Resources Development & Ma -

International University of Management

International Certificate in Oil & Gas Operational -

NEBOSH

High School Diploma -

Dawid Sheehama Secondary School
Sara SemSenior Administrative Specialist