Neliswa G.
Senior Human Resources and Employee Relations Manager
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Neliswa G. is a Senior Human Resources & Employee Relations Professional with extensive expertise across multiple African regions, including Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and South Africa, among others. Her career spans diverse industries such as oil and gas, human resources consulting, and higher education. At LTA Autecon, she effectively managed the recruitment and mobilisation of about 790 technical personnel for the ASTRON shutdown project, ensuring compliance with labour legislation. At Ward Foundation, she was instrumental in developing strategic HR frameworks for organisational growth, while at Mothers2Mothers, she led HR compliance and policy initiatives, strengthening employee relations across the organisation. Her proficiency in labour relations, compliance management, talent management, and policy development underlines her capability to align HR strategies with corporate objectives. Neliswa also holds a significant academic background with qualifications in labour law and HR management, providing a solid foundation for her professional endeavors.
Experience
HR RECRUITER
LTA Autecon · 2025 — 2026Managed recruitment and onboarding functions for the ASTRON shutdown project, coordinating the mobilisation of approximately 790 technical and engineering personnel within project timelines. Ensured compliance with labour legislation and site operational requirements while overseeing various recruitment administration activities.HR / EMPLOYEE RELATIONS CONSULTANT
WARD Foundation · 2025 — 2025Provided strategic HR and Employee Relations consulting services focused on developing people management frameworks that align with organisational objectives. Supported HR governance and developed HR systems and policies while enhancing performance management processes.HR EMPLOYEE RELATIONS SPECIALIST
Mothers2Mothers · 2021 — 2025Oversaw Employee Relations, HR compliance, and policy development across multiple African countries. Delivered strategic advisory support on complex employee relations matters, improving organisational compliance and promoting best practices in HR governance.HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION
African Medical Research Foundation (AMREF) · 2008 — 2011Led the Human Resources and Administration function, developing strategies to support workforce planning, employee relations, and operational effectiveness. Partnered with management to implement HR strategies and ensure compliance with labour legislation.EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AGENT
Metal and Engineering Bargaining Council (MEIBC) · 2006 — 2008Managed employee relations and compliance enforcement within the Metal and Engineering sector, conducting CCMA representation and facilitating conflict resolution while advising stakeholders on labour legislation.COMMUNICATION ASSISTANT
Metal and Engineering Bargaining Council (MEIBC) · 2003 — 2006Provided communication and administrative support including stakeholder engagement, coordination of events, and reporting activities, while assisting with branding initiatives and executive support services.PROGRAMME ASSISTANT
International Development Research Centre (IDRC) · 2002 — 2003Coordinated programme activities and provided administrative support, focusing on stakeholder liaison, conference coordination, and reporting functions, along with procurement support.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Business Risk ManagementUniversity of Cape Town (GetSmarter) · — — 2022
- Post Graduate Diploma in Labour LawUniversity of Johannesburg · — — 2019
- Training and DevelopmentUniversity of Cape Town · — — 2015
- Post Graduate Degree in Public ManagementRegenesys Business School · — — 2010
- Bachelor of Arts in Social ScienceUniversity of the Western Cape · — — 1997
- Matric CertificateWongalethu High School · — — 1994
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