Peruzy Nyakila Roche

Peruzy is a seasoned Human Resources Professional who collaborates with executives to translate business strategies into HR actions that drive business results. She is the Founder, Lead Consultant, and Managing Director of GENO Services Limited, bringing over 19 years of experience in Human Resources. Peruzy's expertise spans HR strategic road mapping, HR function Audits, Talent acquisition and retention, Capacity building and development, Performance management, Compensation and benefits, Payroll management, Employee relations, Regulatory compliance, and Mediation.

• Board Certification
• Female Future – ESAMI in collaboration with Rhetoric Institute of Norway
• Women in Executive Leadership League – Strathmore Business School
• HR Certification
• Chartered Member – Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD, UK)
• Coaching Certification
• Certified Solution – Focused Coach by Erickson Coaching International (USA)

• Senior Management Leadership Programme – Strathmore Business School
• Women in Leadership League – Strathmore Business School
• Inspired, Organized and Effective – PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

• Jubilee Insurance, Director of Human Resources, Responsible for the strategic leadership for all HR functions. Entrusted with developing HR plans, managing the HR team, advising business leaders on people matters, and ensuring legal compliance. The goal was to create a positive work environment and attract, develop, and retain a strong workforce to support the company's success.
• Universal Communications Service Access Fund (UCSAF), Principal Human Resources, Attracted and hired new staff while managing employee relations and performance appraisals. While identifing training needs, recommending programs to enhance employee skills, administer benefits programs, and ensure compliance with payroll practices and HR policies.
• United Nations Development Fund (UNDP), Assistant Human Resources Manager, Responsible for advertising job openings, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews. I managed employee benefits, payroll, handled employee concerns, and maintained personnel records. Additionally, I ensured adherence to UN and UNDP HR policies, collected and analyzed HR data, prepared reports, and maintained HR information systems.
• John Snow Inc. (USAID Funded Project), Human Resources Manager, Ensured HR practices aligned with the goals and regulations of the USAID project, including recruiting and managing staff with the necessary skills. I handled HR matters for staff in different countries, navigating cultural differences and local labor laws, and ensured compliance with USAID's funding guidelines. I also managed employee relations for remote project staff and developed the HR skills and knowledge of local staff.
• PricewaterCoopers (PwC), Human Resources Executive, Developed and implemented HR strategies aligned with PwC's business goals, focusing on talent management, a positive work culture, and a strong employer brand. I oversaw the recruitment, development, and retention of highly skilled professionals, managed employee relations, and ensured competitive compensation packages. Additionally, I ensured compliance with labor laws, facilitated organizational changes, and used data analytics to inform strategic HR decisions.
• Ministry of Finance (Capital Markets and Securities Authority), Executive Assistant Human Resources Manager, Managed the senior HR manager's calendar, scheduled meetings, and handled travel arrangements. I prioritized communication, drafted emails and reports, coordinated with departments on HR matters, and assisted with HR projects, including recruitment, onboarding, and training. Additionally, I maintained HR data, prepared reports, provided initial support for employee concerns, and assisted with administrative tasks related to employee benefits and compensation programs.
• University if Dar es Salaam Computing Centre (UCC), Personal Assistant, Managed the calendar of a senior UCC official, scheduled meetings, and handled travel arrangements. I prioritized communication, drafted emails and reports, acted as a liaison between the UCC official and other departments, and handled administrative duties to ensure smooth operations. Additionally, I assisted with UCC-related projects, organized events, took meeting notes, and maintained UCC-related documents and reports.

• The Jakaya Kikwete Cardia Institute (JKCI)
• National Medical Tourism Committee
• Tanzania Bora Initiative (TBI)
• Former Board and Executive Committee Member – The Association of Tanzania Employers (ATE)

• Gender: Female
• Nationality: Tanzanian