Datius Rugalabamu Faustine
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Dynamic HR Consultant and Legal Officer at Vipawa Management Group, adept at developing recruitment strategies and enhancing employee training programs. Proven success in dispute resolution and compliance management, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. Expert in contract negotiation, driving organizational effectiveness through strategic performance assessments and team collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Consultant and Legal Officer
Vipawa Management Group
Dar Es Salaam
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies for recruiting top talent from both internal and external sources.
- Scheduled or conducted new employee orientations.
- Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
- Designed leadership development programs to monitor employee relations and increase retention.
- Investigated complaints of discrimination or harassment in accordance with company policy.
- Liaised with management and employees to answer inquiries, administer contracts and support problem resolution.
- Assessed personnel performance and provided guidance for continuous improvement.
- Created and implemented highly effective and individualized human resource solutions for clients.
- Developed and implemented an employee training program to increase job satisfaction.
- Conferred with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.
- Prepared and submitted legal documents, such as affidavits and motions, adhering to strict deadlines.
- Collaborated with internal departments such as accounting, human resources and marketing on matters relating to corporate law.
- Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, briefs and other documents for court proceedings.
- Communicated regularly with clients via phone or email regarding updates on their case status.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
- Managed the calendaring of court dates, deadlines, and reminders for legal team.
- Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
Associate Partner
Dertex & Associates, Advocates
Dar Es Salaam
07.2019 - 08.2023
- Head of Litigation and Mediation Department, (Civil, Labour, Criminal and Business Mediations)
- Head of Drafting department (Contracts, Policies drafting and reviews)
- Heading Commercial and Corporate department (All business compliances and Immigration services)
- Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
- Prepared legal briefs and appeals and filed with state and federal courts as required.
Practicing Advocate
Jodi & Associates, Advocates
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Represented clients in court proceedings before judges and juries.
- Developed and implemented advocacy strategies to promote legal and policy changes benefiting underserved communities.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed on advocacy best practices and emerging issues.
- Provided mentorship to junior advocates, enhancing the overall capacity and effectiveness of the team.
- Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication, and internal needs.
- Revised documents, organized travel arrangements, submitted billable hours and coordinated court documentation for timely filings.
- Input data to document care and service plans and needs assessments.
- Provided advice to clients regarding their options for resolving disputes or legal issues.
Legal officer and Advocate Trainee
Jodi & Associates, Advocates
02.2018 - 12.2018
- Researched and updated all required materials needed for firm and partners for all matters
- Analyzed legal documents for appropriate distribution and filing
- Represented clients to the Commission for Mediation and Arbitration of Labour for Mediation and arbitration
- Organized and maintained law libraries, documents and case files
- Advised clients on legal matters such as Labour laws, corporate law and Investment legal compliance and laws
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses
- Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess their admissibility and relevance to the case
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law, legal authority, and comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases
- Did extensive work on the Companies and Trade Marks registrations
- Assisted the firm on Procuring of work and residence permits for the clients
HR and Legal Officer
Avanti Industries Limited
Dar Es Salaam
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Interpreted statutes, case law, and regulations related to various legal proceedings.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Conducted research on complex legal issues and provided advice accordingly.
- Evaluated third-party agreements for compliance with applicable laws before signing off on them.
- Developed strategies to address upcoming issues with minimal disruption to corporate activities.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Drafted, edited, and finalized contracts for clients in accordance with applicable laws.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
Legal Officer
Ardean Law Chambers
07.2014 - 01.2017
- Reviewed client contracts and maintained relationships with clients through stringent cooperation on behalf of the Firm
- Represented the Firm for certain cases in court by holding briefs
- Educated employees of the firm's retained Companies by conducting compliance training programs and issuing periodic communications to refresh their knowledge on Labour Laws and their rights at work
- Organized and maintained law libraries, documents and case files
- Advised clients on legal matters such as Labour laws, corporate law and Investment legal compliance and Regulations
- Prepared concise and comprehensive memorandum summarizing key legal research
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses
- Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess their admissibility and relevance to the case
- Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law, legal authority, and comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases
- Assisted in complex intellectual property litigation through discovery, trial and extensive client/expert contact
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
Law School of Tanzania
Tanzania10.2016
Bachelor Degree - Laws
Mzumbe University
Morogoro, Tanzania12.2014
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education Examinations
Mwenge High School
Singida, Tanzania12.2010
Certificate - Secondary Education Examinations
Iluhya Secondary School
Kagera, Tanzania12.2007
National Primary School Leaving Certificate -
Katoma B' Primary School
Kagera, Tanzania12.2003
Skills
- Employee training
- Performance assessment
- Recruitment strategies
- Policy drafting
- Compliance management
- Dispute resolution
- Legal research
- Contract negotiation
- Workplace investigations
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Problem solving
- HR technology
- Career development
- Succession planning
- HR analytics
- Coaching and mentoring
- Diversity and inclusion
- Employee surveys
- Interviewing techniques
- Labor relations
Languages
- English, Excellent, Very good, Excellent
- Kiswahili, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
References
- Gratian B. Mali, Managing Partner at Ardean Law Chambers, +255(0)688 361 260, mali@ardeanattorneys.co.tz
- Mr. Dismas Mallya, Partner at Jodi & Associates, Advocates, +255789171159, Dismas@jodi.co.tz
Hobbies and Interests
- Lifelong learning and researching
- Advocating Gender and Environmental Issues
- Sports and games
- Providing Welfare service
- Advocating justice and equality in society
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Kagera
- Date of Birth: 09/01/98
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
KISWAHILI
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
HR Consultant and Legal Officer
Vipawa Management Group
08.2023 - Current
Associate Partner
Dertex & Associates, Advocates
07.2019 - 08.2023
Practicing Advocate
Jodi & Associates, Advocates
12.2018 - 07.2019
Legal officer and Advocate Trainee
Jodi & Associates, Advocates
02.2018 - 12.2018
HR and Legal Officer
Avanti Industries Limited
01.2017 - 04.2018
Legal Officer
Ardean Law Chambers
07.2014 - 01.2017
Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice
Law School of Tanzania
Bachelor Degree - Laws
Mzumbe University
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education Examinations
Mwenge High School
Certificate - Secondary Education Examinations
Iluhya Secondary School
National Primary School Leaving Certificate -
Katoma B' Primary School
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