I'm Samuel OlangaHR Generalist

Dynamic Senior HR Specialist with over 7 years of experience managing HR operations for diverse workforces. Proven track record in streamlining recruitment processes, achieving a 30% reduction in time to hire, and enhancing employee engagement by 25% through tailored training programs. Known for excellent compliance management, resolving 95% of employee grievances within 48 hours. Ready to leverage expertise in meeting the HR needs of progressive organisations and contribute significantly to their workforce excellence

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Samuel Olanga

Work Experience

09/2020 – 01/2025

HR Generalist

Americana Kuwait Food Co. • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Achievements

  • Managed HR operations for a workforce of over 1,000 employees across the UAE.
  • Spearheaded end-to-end recruitment processes, achieving a 30% reduction in time to hire through
  • structured interviews and proactive talent pipelines.
  • Devised HR policies to ensure 100% compliance with UAE labour laws.
  • Championed employee relations strategies, resolving 95% of grievances within 48 hours.
  • Engineered training programmes that enhanced employee performance and engagement by 25%.
  • Optimised payroll and benefits management, streamlining compensation structures for improved costefficiency.

02/2017 – 08/2020

HR And Admin Officer

Abela & Co • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Achievements

  • Provided comprehensive HR support to over 500 employees, revamping HR operations for enhanced efficiency.Orchestrated recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience.Facilitated performance management initiatives, leading to a 20% increase in workforce productivity.
  • Conducted meticulous compliance audits, achieving full adherence to UAE labour regulations.
  • Galvanised employee engagement programmes that successfully reduced turnover by 18%.

Education

05/2024 – 02/2025Diploma - Human Resource Alison School of Human Resource • Dubai , UAE
03/2018 – 12/2018Diploma - Culinary Arts Abela Learning And Development Academy • Dubai , UAE
04/2012 – 10/2015Bachelor - Business Management and Administration St. Paul's University (SPU) • Kenya

References

Jonnah Sanchez
Co manager • Americana Kuwait Food Company
Worked together at Americana Kuwait Food Co.
Lynne Resian
Former Team leader • Brighton College Duba
Worked together at Abela & Co.
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Skills
HR operations
Recruitment
Employee relations
Compliance
Microsoft Office suite
HRIS tools
Result-driven
Alignment of HR strategies with business goals
Employee engagement
Languages
English
Swahili