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IZAM MANSOUR
HR-ADMIN
Pwani,PANGANI
Summary
A diverse and experienced project support and project management expert with 11 years of support in international & domestic developmental organizations such as China Railway Consortium, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation, Yapi Merkezi & China Railway Seventh Group. My experience is strong in Human Resource management. I am a seasoned development worker, operations executive, leader and strategist. I am an expert in business communications, operation management and policy, process and system design. I have worn many hats in my career – human resources, operations. As a result, I have a unique ability to manage multi-disciplinary projects and navigate complex challenges. As a leader, I am uniquely gifted at identifying and developing talented professionals and teams that fuel growth and create positive changes in organizations. I connect strategies to execution and guide teams to innovate, experiment, learn and adapt tactics and strategies to better solve client problems. Experience has shaped my professional values which are: 1. Trust and its aligned values – honesty, integrity, discipline 2. Compassionate 3. Accountability 4. Diligence 5. Lifelong Learner My Specialties: + Management Strategy + Process Improvement + Operational Management + Talent Management – Acquisition, Development and Retention + Organizational Development + Communication + Policy Making. Human Resources professional with robust experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Proven track record of fostering strong team collaboration and driving results through strategic initiatives. Skilled in conflict resolution, training and development, and organizational development. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Manager
China Railway Consortium
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
05.2025 - Current
- The primary purpose of this role is to execute HR operational activities, encompassing policy development and implementation, performance management, training and development initiatives, and comprehensive HR administrative functions.
- Human Resources Policy Development: Led the creation and implementation of comprehensive HR policies that ensure alignment with company goals and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Recruitment Strategy and Execution: Designed and managed recruitment plans, refining the process to attract top talent and streamline hiring practices, aligning them with project needs.
- HR Coordination: Orchestrated HR operations across various departments and project teams, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration to optimize workforce efficiency.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Developed tailored KPIs for probationary staff to track and improve performance during critical early-stage periods.
- Performance Management: Established and maintained a robust performance evaluation and appraisal system to encourage professional development and organizational success.
- Payroll & Statutory Compliance: Oversaw payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all statutory deductions and labor laws.
- Lender and Stakeholder Reporting: Compiled and presented detailed reports for project financers and key stakeholders, demonstrating transparency and financial accountability.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Built and maintained strong relationships with key governmental and private sector partners to align the project’s objectives with external requirements and expectations.
- Management Advisory: Served as a trusted advisor to senior management on HR best practices, policy updates, and organizational development.
- Principal Officer Role: Acted as the company’s primary officer, representing HR at the highest levels/Courts and ensuring company-wide adherence to HR standards and policies.
Human Resource Manager
China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation
Tabora, Tanzania
04.2023 - 04.2023
- The purpose of this job is to perform HR-Administrative functions and secretarial duties to facilitate core programmatic and operational activities in China Civil Engineering Corporation.
- Human Resources Policy Development: Led the creation and implementation of comprehensive HR policies that ensure alignment with company goals and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Recruitment Strategy and Execution: Designed and managed recruitment plans, refining the process to attract top talent and streamline hiring practices, aligning them with project needs.
- HR Coordination: Orchestrated HR operations across various departments and project teams, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration to optimize workforce efficiency.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Developed tailored KPIs for probationary staff to track and improve performance during critical early-stage periods.
- Performance Management: Established and maintained a robust performance evaluation and appraisal system to encourage professional development and organizational success.
- Payroll & Statutory Compliance: Oversaw payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all statutory deductions and labor laws.
- Lender and Stakeholder Reporting: Compiled and presented detailed reports for project financers and key stakeholders, demonstrating transparency and financial accountability.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Built and maintained strong relationships with key governmental and private sector partners to align the project’s objectives with external requirements and expectations.
- Management Advisory: Served as a trusted advisor to senior management on HR best practices, policy updates, and organizational development.
- Principal Officer Role: Acted as the company’s primary officer, representing HR at the highest levels/Courts and ensuring company-wide adherence to HR standards and policies.
Senior Human Resource Officer
Yapi Merkezi
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
07.2017 - 03.2023
- Responsible for providing administrative, Human Resource management to over 5,000 workers and support to the management and staff and ensure administration and Human Resources activities of the project are well coordinated.
- Recruitment and Staffing: Responsible for recruiting engineers, foremen, and construction workers (e.g., masons, carpenters, electricians).
- Workforce Planning: Ensuring the right number of workers are available for various phases of construction projects.
- Training and Development: Safety Training: Responsible for arranging safety training and certifications for workers, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Skill Development: Coordinating ongoing technical and soft skills training to keep workers updated on construction techniques and industry standards.
- Performance Management: Evaluating Worker Performance: Regular performance reviews to assess worker productivity and ensure they meet project timelines and quality standards.
- Disciplinary Procedures: Managing issues related to misconduct, poor performance, or violation of company policies.
- Compensation and Benefits Management: Salary and Wages: Ensuring timely payment of wages and managing payroll, which often involves handling overtime, bonuses, and incentives for laborers.
- Benefits: Managing worker benefits such as health insurance, pension schemes, and housing allowances, as well as special provisions for hazardous work conditions.
- Compliance with Labor Laws: Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the company complies with labor laws, construction safety regulations, and employment standards specific to the construction industry.
- Contract Management: Drafting employment contracts and managing worker agreements, especially for project-based or seasonal labor.
- Health and Safety: Workplace Safety Monitoring: Collaborating with safety officers to ensure that construction sites are safe and workers have the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Accident and Incident Management: Handling reporting and investigation of workplace injuries and accidents, and ensuring workers’ compensation is properly managed.
- Employee Relations: Conflict Resolution: Managing disputes between employees or between employees and management, ensuring a harmonious working environment.
- Labor Union Liaison: Coordinating with labor unions and ensuring collective bargaining agreements are respected.
- Workforce Diversity and Inclusion: Promoting Diversity: Ensuring fair employment practices and encouraging a diverse workforce on construction sites.
- Equal Opportunity Compliance: Making sure hiring, promotions, and assignments are conducted without discrimination.
- Administrative Duties: HR Records Management: Maintaining accurate employee records, including attendance, certifications, leave, and personal details.
- Policy Implementation: Implementing company policies related to human resources and ensuring all employees adhere to them.
- Project-specific HR Planning: Managing Contractual Workers: Construction projects often involve hiring temporary or contractual workers. HR officers manage these agreements and ensure project timelines align with staffing needs.
- Adaptability to Project Demands: Adjusting the workforce quickly based on the phases of construction, from initial groundwork to final finishing stages.
Human Resource Officer Interim Contract
China Railway Seventh Group
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for providing administrative coordination for the China Railway Seventh Group to ensuring high levels of organizational effectiveness, communication, safety and maintaining a pleasant work environment.
- Recruitment and placement
- Vacancy announcement
- Submitting all statutory deductions to responsible authorities
- Initiation of staff monthly meeting
- Worker’s welfare
- Training and development
- Generating different HR policies
- Dealing with staff grievances
- All HR activities assigned by the superior.
Education
Human Resources Management
Mzumbe University
Dar Es Salaam Campus10-2026
B.A. - Public Administration
University of Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania01-2014
High School - A LEVEL
Mbezi Beach High School
01-2010
High School - O LEVEL
Perfect Vision High School
01-2008
Skills
- Good command of Office (word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software)
- Excellent negotiation skills (Verbal and Written)
- Excellent relationship building and management
- Excellent communication skills (very good command of English and Swahili Languages, with excellent reporting skills in both)
- Impeccable time management
- Strategic thinking
- Team work and interpersonal
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Achieved [HR Management system] by completing establishing successful HR Management system with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved Grievances which led to Proper GRM Management.
- Supervised team of 3000 staff members.
Timeline
Human Resource Manager
China Railway Consortium
05.2025 - Current
Human Resource Manager
China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation
04.2023 - 04.2023
Senior Human Resource Officer
Yapi Merkezi
07.2017 - 03.2023
Human Resource Officer Interim Contract
China Railway Seventh Group
06.2015 - 06.2017
B.A. - Public Administration
University of Dar es Salaam
High School - A LEVEL
Mbezi Beach High School
High School - O LEVEL
Perfect Vision High School
Human Resources Management
Mzumbe University
Trainings and Workshops
- Strong computer skills, including MS – Word, MS – Excel, MS Access, Networking and Internet and Microsoft Power Point and HR Systems (HRIS,SAP & Exact)
- E-mail & Internet
Short Attachments Experience
- Worked for TANESCO in the HR department from June to August 2013 discharging my flexible roles in;
- Insurance and compensation
- Industrial relations
- Performance management
- Welfare of workers
- Office services