Sonia Jonas Gangata
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Positive, organized, and resourceful with solid understanding of human resources management, business administration, stakeholder engagement and project coordination. Comprehensive grasp of Human Resources and Administration Management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources and Administrative Manager
LCWR Limited
03.2023 - Current
- Performed all Human Resources functions like recruitment, compensation and benefits, training and development, stakeholders relation.
- Handled all the company finance.
- Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
- Streamlined travel arrangements for client and executives, optimizing itineraries and reducing travel expenses.
- Coordinated annual compliance audits, ensuring all operational processes met the requirements.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Navigated complex political landscapes skillfully, cultivating positive working relationships with government officials at various levels.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, leading to increased collaboration and support for projects.
- Collaborated closely with international teams to share best practices and learnings from country-specific experiences, fostering continuous improvement in our projects.
- Served as the primary point of contact for all in-country activities, maintaining open lines of communication between headquarters and field staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Advocated for the needs and priorities of the country office at regional and global meetings, securing vital resources for ongoing work and elevating our organization's profile in strategic fora.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels between country partners and headquarters.
- Developed strategic plans for country-level operations, resulting in better resource allocation and improved program outcomes.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for the project.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Kept company and client information confidential, adhering to data safety measures.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project's success.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Streamlined import and export processes by implementing effective documentation procedures.
- Coordinated with supportive teams (shipper/consignee, clear & forward/GPSA, Port, shipping line) to enable timely ordering, shipping and receipt of goods.
- Maintained accurate records of all import/export transactions to ensure full traceability and audit readiness.
- Prepared shipping documents such as Bl, invoices as an exporter.
- Built strong relationships with logistic team such as customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies for smooth import/export operations.
- Reduced shipment delays with proactive communication between international suppliers and transportation partners.
- Built working relationships with clients to foster loyalty and encourage repeat business.
- Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents and classified goods into different tariff or fee groups.
- Bargained terms and rates with supporting team and carriers for favorable shipping conditions.
Assistant Accountant
GS Engineering & Construction
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Responsible for tax exemption applications for the project
- All payments regarding the claims, suppliers, commission and payroll
- Dealing with TRA E-filling system, register for payment, submit VAT return of the company
- Petty cash management for the company
- Responsible to statutory payments like PAYE, withholding taxes, city levy
- Involving in financial reports preparation
Human Resources and Administration Officer (Contract Basis)
Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC)
08.2017 - 01.2021
- Effectively participated in cross-team strategizing efforts to achieve optimal goals such as Recruitment, selection, placement and termination; Seniority and Slotting; Ministerial Foreign Recruitment Committee; Preparation of Scheme of Service; Human Resources Auditing
- Vetting and processing work and residents permit applications for foreign who work in our Organization's projects
- Ensure the employees' good service from National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and Public Service Social Security Fund (PSSSF)
- Coordinate and finalize transfer of the staff within approved time frame
- Organizes and coordinate the trainees and internship programme
- Administer and provides assistance in compensation and benefits entitlements
- Ensured compliance with all regulations, policies, and laws
- Coordinate and mobilizing training and development for employees
- Provide advice and support to managers and employees concerning human resources matters
- Enthusiastically performed tasks that assigned by the supervisor
Human Resources Trainee (Training and Development Section)
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA)
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Worked with a strong attention to detail and a keen eye for improving my skills and knowledge
- Prepare and process overseas traveling permit application
- Updating employees' database
- Assist in Institute of Tax Administration activities
- Assist in preparation and finalization of training plan for short and long courses
- Prepare and issue visa recommendation letter
- Issue staff release to pursue long and short courses
- Coordinate and finalize transfer of the staff within approved time frame
- Treated company property and equipment with the utmost care and respect
- Continually worked to enhance my set of communication skills and strategies
- Ensured compliance with all regulations, policies, and laws
- Brought forth exceptional technical competency
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Mzumbe University
12.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management
University of Dar es Salaam
11.2016
Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Communication & interpersonal Skills
- Customer & employees relations
- Office & business administration
- Employees & organizational development
- Logistics Coordination for Import/Export Projects
Languages
Swahili
English
French
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/09/92
- Gender: F
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Human Resources and Administrative Manager
LCWR Limited
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Accountant
GS Engineering & Construction
06.2021 - 12.2021
Human Resources and Administration Officer (Contract Basis)
Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC)
08.2017 - 01.2021
Human Resources Trainee (Training and Development Section)
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA)
08.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management
University of Dar es Salaam
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Mzumbe University
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