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Trudi van Rooyen

Trudi van Rooyen

Swakopmund

Summary

With 34 years experience in the Namibian business environment (Finance, Mining, Logistics, Fishing FMCG) I have the comfort to know that even though I have the relevant know-how, the world is changing and the constant adaption to the forever evolving business environment provided me with the abilities to remain relevant and focused on the future. My strengths are my ability to connect people with the strategy and the culture as a change agent. I am resilient and responsive in ensuring people matters in a hard driven performance world. For the next five years my focus is to integrate the environmental, social and governance business imperatives in the day-to-day business operations.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Transformation and Change

Manica Group Namibia (Pty) Ltd
Walvis Bay
11.2020 - Current
  • Responsible for leading ESG initiatives and delivering reports and presentations to Bidvest
  • Lead the talent pipeline
  • Proficiently manage communications with community members and stakeholders
  • Implemented effective change management strategies
  • Related culture to positive business performance
  • Evaluated levels of engagement and implemented strategies to improve it.
  • Lead People & Culture, Instructional Design and Corporate Public Relations Teams

General Manager: Human Resources

Bidvest Namibia (Pty) Ltd
Walvis Bay
10.2001 - 10.2023
  • Managed people and resources of HR Department for Manica Group and all companies within Bidvest Namibia
  • Responsible for the management and control of budgets and capital expenditure
  • Achieved customer satisfaction by meeting or exceeding service level agreement requirements
  • Collaborated with multiple vendors such as Online Recruitment, Salary Survey, Leadership Development, Training Providers, Assessment Tool and Job Grading suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions and establish mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Successfully increased HR pillar growth through the implementation of strategic business techniques.
  • Ensured adherence to all legislative requirements in the freight industry
  • Ensured compliance with OHSSE & QMS policies for maintaining high standards.
  • Led the development and implementation of the Pandula Trust, an employees' trusted platform for supporting desired community projects.

Superintendant Human Resources

Rössing Uranium
Swakopmund
05.1998 - 10.2001
  • Implemented various organisational development interventions
  • Facilitated and coordinated organizational development programs
  • Provided guidance to line management regarding policies and procedures interpretation
  • Monitored and provided advice on employee relations
  • Ensured effective processing and actions related to Disciplinary and Grievance Codes and procedures.
  • Facilitated Performance Management and Business Understanding
  • Conducted Psychometrical assessments
  • Participated in recruitment and selection panels
  • Participated in Company/Union negotiations as a member of the Company team.
  • Provided employee counselling services, offering support and guidance to both individuals and groups.
  • Delivered impactful guidance and support to employees

Personnel Consultant

Sanlam Namibia (Pty) Ltd
Windhoek, Namibia
01.1991 - 04.1998
  • Consulted, facilitated, interviewed, and reported on climate analysis.
  • Received skills training in personal growth, business orientation, breakthrough service, group dynamics, and diversity.
  • Ensured smooth execution of training initiatives through effective coordination and administration.
  • Led training projects
  • Delivered consultation for grievance issues and ensured effective HIV/AIDS support.

Education

B Admin (Hons) Industrial Psychology - Industrial Psychology

UNISA/UNAM
Windhoek
12-1996

Skills

  • ESG strategic understanding and implementation skills (identifying key focus areas and initiatives to adress)
  • Community engagement skills to drive CSI projects
  • Human Resource skills covering a broad spectrum of HR activities
  • People Management Skills (Performance; Conflict)
  • Industrial Relations Skills (Negotiations; Labour Unrest; Disciplinary and Grievances; Mediation)
  • Liaison and consultation with leaders and management
  • Coaching and Mentoring Skills
  • Presentation and Facilitation Skills

Affiliations

  • Boardmember of Namibia Lifechange Center - supporting non-profit organisations throughout Namibia
  • Trustee of Promiseland - Providing for vulnerable children in Walvis Bay through education, feeding and fostering
  • Chairperson of CATS (Commercial Advanced Training Scheme) - Dual vocational ensuring employment for the youth
  • Member of the Uranium Institute and Farmers Group - Engagement between farmers and the uranium mines in the Erongo Region

Accomplishments

  • Co-author of the book HR Practitioners Handbook - Growing Namibia's workforce

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Oshiwambo
Beginner
A1
German
Elementary (A2)
A2

Certification

  • Registered at South African Medical and Dental Council - Psychometrist
  • Registered Integral Coach - UCT Business School

Interest

  • Garagista - 1 hectare vineyard and 6 harvests, 3 vintages
  • Small Olive Oil production
  • Art

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Transformation and Change

Manica Group Namibia (Pty) Ltd
11.2020 - Current

General Manager: Human Resources

Bidvest Namibia (Pty) Ltd
10.2001 - 10.2023

Superintendant Human Resources

Rössing Uranium
05.1998 - 10.2001

Personnel Consultant

Sanlam Namibia (Pty) Ltd
01.1991 - 04.1998

B Admin (Hons) Industrial Psychology - Industrial Psychology

UNISA/UNAM

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