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Janice S.

Cape Town, South Africa

$150/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Janice has qualifications in business administration and human resources management from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Her experience spans across various sectors both locally and internationally, of which the last 3 years has been as a Global HR Consultant & recruiter managing fully remote globally dispersed teams. Janice previously founded two companies in the Health and Beauty, and medical industries respectively. However, in the last 12 years she found her passion and purpose in the Human Resources field where she continually strives to create a happy, inclusive, fair and equitable work environment for employees. Janice and her team of independent consultants are currently supporting businesses by being their Anonymous Reporting Line for Harassment and Discrimination. Employees may then come forward anonymously and report any incidents without fear of retaliation. As impartial independent consultants, we do a thorough investigation of all complaints and provide the necessary recommendations for next steps. In addition, Janice has extensive experience in team conflict resolution and providing sustainable solutions to foster enhanced communications and improved team dynamics to ensure effective business operations. Apart from this current focus, Janice still consults on general HR matters and other related areas of HR. Let us help your business thrive!

  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Law
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • HR & Business Services
  • Culture
  • Report Writing
  • Strategic Planning
  • Mediation
  • Complaint Management
  • Legal Consulting
  • Investigative Reporting
Keren H.

Somerset West, South Africa

$36/hr
4.9
21 jobs

Growing businesses don't just need more hands – they need better systems. With over 12 years of experience across operations, project management, executive support, and customer experience, I help founders and small teams streamline their business, reduce manual work, and create exceptional client experiences. Most recently, I've been supporting a leading online education company, managing customer operations, troubleshooting complex platform issues, improving internal processes, coordinating cross-functional projects, and ensuring a seamless experience for customers from onboarding through ongoing support. How I can help: * Marketing automation setup and optimisation * CRM management and workflow improvements * Customer onboarding and support operations * Community management * Executive and administrative support * Project and operations coordination * SOP documentation and process improvement * Inbox, calendar, and stakeholder management * Proofreading and business communications * Research and data management What sets me apart I don't simply complete tasks, I look for ways to make your business operate more efficiently. Whether it's identifying repetitive processes that can be automated, improving customer journeys, documenting workflows, or keeping multiple projects moving, I enjoy creating calm behind the scenes so business owners can focus on growth. Clients value me because I'm: * Proactive rather than reactive * Highly organised and dependable * Comfortable managing competing priorities * A clear communicator * Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture * Calm under pressure and quick to solve problems My background includes executive support, project management, education, proofreading, remote operations, and customer success, giving me the versatility to step into a business quickly and add value across multiple functions. If you're looking for someone who can become a trusted operations partner—not just another virtual assistant—I'd love to discuss how I can help your business run more smoothly.

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  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft Office
  • Office Administration
  • Proofreading
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Email Communication
  • Project Management
  • Asana
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Calendar Management
  • Travel Planning
  • Google
  • Notion
  • Communications
Darin U.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$25/hr
4.9
67 jobs

Need reliable support to grow your business? I help companies streamline operations and scale through two key service areas: 🔹 Outsourcing Solutions – Managed support for sales, marketing, and operations tasks. I handle the hiring, training, and supervision so you get skilled associates without the management burden. 🔹 HR Consulting & Recruitment – From talent acquisition to HR strategy, I help businesses attract, hire, and retain the right people. Whether you need one-off recruitment or long-term HR support, I bring practical expertise across multiple industries. With my background in HR, recruitment, and business operations, I understand both the people side and the performance side of growing companies. My goal is to give you flexible, cost-effective solutions so you can focus on scaling your business while I take care of the execution. I look forward to working with you!

  • Human Resource Management
  • Recruiting
  • HR & Business Services
  • Business Management
  • Human Resources
  • HR Policy
  • Recruiting Process Consulting
  • Business Process Outsourcing
  • Business Process Outsourcing IT Services
Elzelene F.

Pretoria, South Africa

$30/hr
4.9
9 jobs

ABOUT ME Highest Completed Qualification: Master's Degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology Current Job Title: HR and Business Consultant Years of Experience: 14 years I am a highly strategic, analytical, and innovative professional with a strong ability to build relationships and rapport with people. I take a balanced approach to decision-making, considering both facts and my intuition. With over a decade of consulting experience, I possess excellent people and leadership skills, and I am skilled at adapting to both structured and unstructured work environments. I bring innovation, change management, and digital adaptation to the table. My ability to quickly identify evolving business needs enables me to recommend solutions that combine hiring strategies, technology, processes, and performance management across the company. My undergraduate degree in Business Management provides me with a solid understanding of all aspects of business, while my Master's degree in Industrial & Organizational Psychology allows me to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels and provide coaching, development, and performance management services. Key Skills & Abilities: Strong focus on business strategy and long-term goals Excellent coordination between functional and business units Ability to work quickly and accurately in dynamic environments Fast learner with strong intuitive decision-making abilities Strong leadership, written, and verbal communication skills Solid problem-solving, numerical, and verbal reasoning skills Personal Characteristics & Competencies: Supportive, innovative, and adaptable Resourceful, ambitious, and analytical Strategic thinker with a passion for excellence Independent, enthusiastic, and dependable Strong team player with a high sense of coherence Career Goal: To help organizations achieve their business goals by applying a flexible, innovative, and collaborative approach that adds value in the areas where they need it most. With my diverse background, skills, and values, I am confident that I can be a valuable asset to any organization. I am excited about the opportunity to help your company bring out the best in its people.

  • Employee Relations
  • Human Resource Management
  • Organizational Design & Effectiveness
  • Training & Development
  • Employee Engagement
  • Staff Development
  • Employee Training
  • Strategy
  • Human Resources Strategy
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • HR System Management
  • Personnel Selection
  • Performance Management
  • Coaching
  • Microsoft Excel
Rosinah M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$35/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Helping Startups Scale with the Right Talent | Building High-Performance Teams from Scratch Building a tech team shouldn’t slow your startup down. I specialize in helping scaling startups and tech-driven companies find, assess, and onboard world-class technical talent — from software engineers and product designers to data scientists and DevOps experts. With experience recruiting across global markets, I bring a structured yet agile approach to talent acquisition — balancing speed, quality, and cultural fit. Whether you need to hire one specialist or scale a full remote engineering team, I’ll manage the process end-to-end so you can stay focused on building your business. With 9+ years of experience, I’ve successfully built hiring engines from the ground up, scaled startup teams across regions, and implemented people-first strategies that drive growth and culture. What I Bring to the Table: - Full-Cycle Tech Recruitment: From sourcing to onboarding — Engineering, Product, Data, Design, DevOps, and more. - Strategic Talent Acquisition: Workforce planning, pipeline building, employer branding, and recruitment marketing. - Startup Scaling Expertise: Hired 0–1, 1–50, and 50–200+ employees; built recruitment processes aligned with business goals. - HR Business Partnering: Org design, performance management, L&D, and employee engagement strategies. - ATS & Tools Proficiency: LinkedIn Recruiter, BreezyHR, Workday, Github, Indeed, Placement Partner, Slack, and more. My Approach: I combine data-driven hiring with a people-centric mindset. Whether it’s sourcing hard-to-find engineers or setting up scalable HR infrastructure, I make sure every touchpoint reflects your company’s values and mission. Who I Work With: - Pre-seed to Series C startups - Founders building their first teams - Global remote-first companies - Tech scale-ups expanding across markets Let’s connect if you’re looking for a reliable partner to scale your team, elevate your people strategy, and build a hiring engine that lasts.

  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Law
  • Human Resource Management
  • Recruiting
  • Task Coordination
  • Change Management
  • Invoicing
  • Business Management
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Employee Engagement
Ria E.

Cape Town, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I will, through collaboration, customize HR solutions and implement them meticulously to add value to the effectiveness of your employees' productivity and build trust in employment relationships. My modus operandi for delivering the desired solution is to collaborate with both management and employees to gain a clear understanding of your business's culture and acumen. I am using the nuances of talent, skills, and experience to get the right fit for the staffing structure, role, talent, and company culture. Tucked into my DNA is a sheer appreciation for the potential & individuality of employees; the thirty years of experience that I gained taught me the importance of business acumen knowledge for each person in the workplace. My experience equipped me to work competently in start-ups, SMEs, and Corporates. My experience gained over more than three decades as a Human Resource Manager include: 🔑HR Business Partner for Divisional Management Teams Workforce Strategy and Structure development and re-alignment Employee communications Engagement 🔑Recruitment Job Descriptions Talent attraction Candidate Screening and Assessment Induction gap analysis Onboarding 🔑Employee Relations Management Leadership Coaching Change management Employee communication – (enterprise, teams, and individual structures) Recognition and personal growth Engagement measures 🔑Remuneration and Benefits Management Rewards and Benefits Structures Job Grading Employment Policies 🔑Industrial Relations Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures (Policy & Facilitation) Wage negotiations Restructuring Trade Union and workplace forums 🔑Performance Management Implement Performance Management Systems Performance Reviews Performance enhancement coaching and mentoring 🔑Learning and Development Individual development planning Facilitation of generic training 🔑HR Administrative Support and Metrics HRIS and Executive Payroll Management Time tracking and absenteeism 📌 “Commission Based Sales Closer” 📌 Life Coach Experience gained in the following industries: 🏭Ecommerce Logistics 🏭Contact Centre 🏭Academic Institutions 🏭Telecommunication 🏭Small and Medium Enterprises in Retail 🏭Hospitality Industry 🏭Tourism 🏭NGO 🏭Start-up business RemotaniaTribe

  • Employee Communications
  • Employee Relations
  • Human Resource Management
  • Team Facilitation
  • Candidate Interview Consulting
  • Performance Management
  • Resume Writing
  • Active Listening
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Job Evaluation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Coaching
  • Administrative Support
  • Resume Screening

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