KASIO GODWIN
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Strategic and results-driven HR professional with extensive experience in organizational development, employee engagement, talent management, and operational leadership. Adept at shaping people strategies aligned with business priorities, fostering positive work environments, and driving continuous improvement. Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional leaders, analyze workforce trends, and implement policies that enhance efficiency, morale, and compliance. Passionate about mentoring and building sustainable people systems for long-term growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent HR & Management Consultant
Personal Employer
03.2022 - Current
- Offers strategic guidance to clients on workforce planning, organizational design, and culture-building.
- Drafts operational manuals and mentors leadership teams on HR transformation journeys.
Group HR and Operations Manager
R.K. Group
06.2023 - Current
- Successfully implemented policies and crafted systems that govern employee administration and compliance in relation to employee workforce management.
- Guided HR leadership across a group of companies, aligning workforce initiatives with business objectives.
- Spearheaded recruitment lifecycle, from job design to onboarding, ensuring seamless integration of new hires.
- Worked alongside departmental leads to evaluate performance, strengthen staff capability, and embed a culture of accountability.
- Reformed compensation and reward frameworks, leading to improved motivation and retention.
- Advised leadership on workplace policies, legal compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Facilitated employee exits, conducted feedback sessions, and introduced improvements based on insights.
- Played a key role in updating organizational policies and handbooks to reflect evolving standards.
- Provided regular reports and presentations to executive management on workforce health and development.
HR Manager & Head of Outsourcing
ITM Tanzania
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Led core HR operations and managed outsourcing engagements with multiple clients.
- Developed frameworks for employee engagement, CSR, and recognition programs.
- Ensured policy alignment, cost-efficiency, and adherence to labor regulations.
- Supported leadership in talent development, goal setting, and operational planning.
- Liaised with government institutions for legal and expatriate processes.
- Designed internal learning initiatives to support knowledge transfer and performance elevation.
- Led the HR Outsourcing department that contributed over 80% of total company revenues.
- Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support employee development.
- Facilitated employee onboarding programs, enhancing new hire integration and knowledge retention.
- Administered benefits programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and employee satisfaction.
- Implemented training sessions to improve employee skills and promote professional growth within the company.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
HR Manager
ITM Tanzania
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Created HR systems and processes from the ground up.
- Managed recruitment, payroll, performance frameworks, and SOP implementation.
- Introduced employee records system and set clear expectations through KPIs and job clarity.
- Fostered a culture of professional growth through personalized training roadmaps.
Executive & HR Assistant
Bakhresa Food Products Ltd
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Supported high-level HR coordination and administrative efficiency.
- Managed end-to-end logistics for expatriates and employee transportation.
- Maintained compliance records and coordinated recruitment support logistics.
- Scheduled appointments, managed the General Manager’s calendar, and handled internal communications.
- Coordinated interview logistics, prepared employment documentation, and ensured timely onboarding.
- Managed expatriate travel arrangements, including visa processing and accommodation.
- Assisted in compiling HR reports, including staff attendance, leave tracking, and payroll inputs.
- Liaised with internal departments to ensure smooth operational support.
- Assisted in the expansion of an additional production line (CSD Plant 2), including sourcing and leasing of machinery and preforms, and onboarding expatriates from the Philippines.
Education
Ph.D. - Management Science
Birla Institute of Management Technology
India08.2018
MBA - International Business
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Dar Es Salaam01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam10.2011
Skills
- Workplace conflict resolution
- Strategic policy development
- Recruitment expertise
- Workforce Planning
- Coaching & Mentorship
- Training Design
- Compliance
- Organizational Communication
Certification
- Female Future Leadership Program – ATE & ESAMI, 2022
- Strategic Performance Management – Coursera, 2020
- Strategic Human Resources Management – Udemy, 2021
- HR Analytics – ITM Tanzania, 2019
- Professional Life Coach Certification (In Progress)
Languages & References
Languages: English (Fluent), Swahili (Fluent), French (Basic)
References
References: Available upon request
Publications
- Linear Programming for HR Allocation Optimization, IJAHP, 2016
- Selection Process Optimization in Beverage Industry, ORSi, 2015
Timeline
Group HR and Operations Manager
R.K. Group
06.2023 - Current
Independent HR & Management Consultant
Personal Employer
03.2022 - Current
HR Manager & Head of Outsourcing
ITM Tanzania
11.2020 - 03.2022
HR Manager
ITM Tanzania
11.2019 - 10.2020
Executive & HR Assistant
Bakhresa Food Products Ltd
01.2013 - 06.2014
Ph.D. - Management Science
Birla Institute of Management Technology
MBA - International Business
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Dar Es Salaam
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