AMASHA A. KALENGE
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Manages end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and workforce deployment for specialised operational teams and fleet drivers. Oversees payroll inputs, attendance, leave management and statutory submissions to maintain accurate records and full compliance. Builds trusted manager relationships through clear advice on grievances, disciplinary action, investigations and staff development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Icheetah Logtech Tanzania Ltd
06.2021 - Current
- Led the full end-to-end HR function for a major logistics and fleet operations setup, directly providing strategic HR advice to executive management.
- Developed and implemented HR policies, systems, and procedures aligned with overarching corporate and supply chain business objectives.
- Spearheaded end-to-end recruitment, selection, background verification, and onboarding for specialized logistics personnel and fleet drivers.
- Led recruitment processes, including job postings, interviews, and candidate selection, to secure top talent.
- Coordinated performance management systems and staff development programs, aligning KPI tracking with organisational goals to foster high-performance culture.
- Organised staff development training based on team gaps and requirements.
- Oversaw employee relations, disciplinary processes, accident investigations, and grievance resolutions in compliance with employment laws.
- Advised managers on disciplinary actions, ensuring fair treatment and legal compliance.
- Managed leave, attendance, payroll inputs, and statutory remittances (OSHA, WCF, NSSF, TRA, Brela, Immigration) with zero penalties.
- Administered payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries and benefits.
- Utilised HR analytics and digital dashboards to generate monthly executive reports on workforce metrics and turnover trends, informing strategic HR decisions.
- Conducted regular HR audits to maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations.
- Managed confidential personnel records, safeguarding employee privacy and data protection.
- Responded to employee queries regarding HR policies, benefits, and other concerns promptly and accurately.
- Developed HR strategies and initiatives, aligning with overall business strategy.
- Directed operational and administrative procedures to keep organisation in compliance with rules, regulations and internal policies.
- Oversaw employee exit interviews, collecting insights to enhance retention strategies and improve workplace conditions.
- (5 Years)
Human Resources Officer
VipajiLink Company Ltd (Vipawa-VMG)
04.2016 - 04.2021
- Executed large-scale workforce planning, talent acquisition, and deployment for operational staff and heavy vehicle drivers.
- Managed employee relations, addressing grievances and conflicts to foster a positive work environment.
- Addressed employee grievances and managed formal interactions with trade unions, CMA labour disputes, and statutory authority representation to ensure compliance and resolve conflicts.
- Monitored employee performance, particularly during probation, to ensure effective integration and adherence to expectations.
- Negotiated salaries, contracts, working conditions, and redundancy packages with employees to achieve fair agreements and maintain positive relations.
- Managed decentralised HR operations across multiple client sites specialising in mining, industrial operations and transportation at Sunshine Mining (Chunya), Everwell Cable + BnBm Gypsum and suntrust Transportation respectively.
- Administered client payroll accounts, attendance records, statutory remittances, and compliance auditing.
Assistant HR & Administration Officer
Sita Steel Rollings Limited
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Coordinated core HR administration, including contract preparation, attendance tracking, and introductory payroll workflows in industrial setup.
- Facilitated expatriate documentation and ensured statutory compliance within general HR operations.
- (2 Years)
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management
University of Dar es Salaam
01-2013
Skills
- Aruti HRIS Payroll Management Systems Advanced MS Excel (Analytics) MS Word & PowerPoint HR Dashboards & Reporting Tools
- Aruti HRIS
- HR Dashboards & Reporting Tools
- Advanced MS Excel (Analytics)
- Employee relations
- Compliance
- Staff retention strategies
- File and records management
- MS Office
- MS Word & PowerPoint
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication skills
Accomplishments
- Logistics Talent Resourcing: Led end-to-end recruitment, competency assessments, background screening, and onboarding for heavy duty truck drivers, fleet Managers/supervisors, warehouse staff, and operational teams.
- Turnover Reduction & Engagement: Reduced workforce turnover by 20% through targeted driver engagement, workplace safety initiatives, and structured retention frameworks.
- Regulatory & Law Compliance: Maintained a 100% clean record of zero regulatory penalties across labor laws, statutory bodies (OSHA, WCF, NSSF, TRA), and police/court dispute representations.
- Expatriate & Immigration Management: Successfully processed and managed over 30 expatriate work and residence permits without compliance breaches.
- HR Analytics & Reporting: Developed real-time HR dashboards providing senior leadership with actionable workforce metrics on headcount, attendance, payroll input, and productivity.
REFERENCES
Professional references available upon request.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Professional HR Certification, Active Member
CORE HR COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE
- Strategic HR Leadership & Advice
- Logistics & Fleet Workforce Planning
- Talent Acquisition, Screening & Onboarding
- Performance Management & KPI Monitoring
- Employee Relations & Dispute Resolution
- Employment Law & Statutory Compliance
- Payroll Administration & Statutory Inputs
- HR Policy Development & Implementation
- HR Analytics, HRIS & Executive Reporting
- Organizational Culture & Engagement
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Icheetah Logtech Tanzania Ltd
06.2021 - Current
Human Resources Officer
VipajiLink Company Ltd (Vipawa-VMG)
04.2016 - 04.2021
Assistant HR & Administration Officer
Sita Steel Rollings Limited
01.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management
University of Dar es Salaam