Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References.
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Benania Shumba

Gillingham,Kent

Summary

PERSONAL PROFILE STATEMENT

A motivated , enthusiastic and responsible Support worker with skills in person-centred care, safeguarding practices, and mental health support. Knowledgeable in medication administration, risk assessment, and care plan development and implementation. Demonstrates strong communication skills, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities to ensure high-quality outcomes. Adept at time management, teamwork, and residential housekeeping to maintain a safe and supportive environment. Committed to delivering compassionate care while fostering well-being and dignity for individuals in need.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Support Worker

Bethal Manna Care
Dartford, Kent
05.2023 - Current
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
  • Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.

Director Human Resources

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation
Harare, Zimbabwe, Mashonaland
10.2015 - 09.2019
  • Streamlined HR operations for effective organisational performance.
  • Reduced staff turnover with a robust employee engagement strategy.
  • Mediated employee disputes, fostering a positive environment.
  • Drove company's talent acquisition strategies to attract high-performing individuals into key roles within the organisation.
  • Headed up restructuring efforts to improve departmental efficiency.
  • Optimised recruitment procedures for improved quality of hires.
  • Conducted regular reviews of HR policies and procedures, ensuring they remained fit for purpose in a fast-changing business landscape.
  • Implemented succession planning processes, securing future leadership stability.

Head Human Resources And administration

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation
Harare, Zimbabwe., Mashonaland.
10.2012 - 09.2015
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Human Resources manager

ZBC
Harare, Zimbabwe, Mashonaland
01.2007 - 09.2012
  • Streamlined HR procedures, resulted in more organised operations.
  • Implemented an effective onboarding programme, ensured smooth integration of new hires.
  • Optimised human resource management systems for improved organisational efficiency.
  • Enhanced recruitment processes for improved talent acquisition.

Human Resources Officer

ZBC
Harare,Zimbabwe., Mashonaland
01.1996 - 12.2007
  • Enhanced employee morale by implementing effective rewards and recognition schemes.
  • Managed grievance handling procedures efficiently, reducing instances of internal conflict.
  • Maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring data privacy regulations are met at all times.
  • Conducted regular recruitment drives for hiring top talent in the industry.
  • Ensured compliance to employment regulations by staying updated on latest HR policies.

Education

Masters In Business Administration - Business administration

University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
01.2005 - 11.2006

Bachalor of administraion - Business administration

University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
03.1988 - 11.1991

NCFE CACHE LEVEL2 Certificate In Preparing to work - Social Care

L & F Training
United Kingdom
03.2024 - 08.2024

Skills

  • Person-Centred care
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Medication administration
  • Mental health support
  • Risk assessment competence
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Team work
  • Decision-Making
  • Care plan development
  • Residential housekeeping
  • Care plan implementation

References.

1. Tawanda Hwariva

   1. 2363 Dovedale Lane

     Glen Lorne

      Harare, Zimbabwe

      hwarivat@gmail.com


2. Goodman Chinamasa

     72 Enterprise Road

      Highlands, Harare

      Zimbabwe.

 

Timeline

NCFE CACHE LEVEL2 Certificate In Preparing to work - Social Care

L & F Training
03.2024 - 08.2024

Support Worker

Bethal Manna Care
05.2023 - Current

Director Human Resources

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation
10.2015 - 09.2019

Head Human Resources And administration

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation
10.2012 - 09.2015

Human Resources manager

ZBC
01.2007 - 09.2012

Masters In Business Administration - Business administration

University of Zimbabwe
01.2005 - 11.2006

Human Resources Officer

ZBC
01.1996 - 12.2007

Bachalor of administraion - Business administration

University of Zimbabwe
03.1988 - 11.1991
Benania Shumba