Theophilus Mothusi Melaetsa
Human Capital Professional
Gaborone
Summary
Experienced professional in human capital and strategy development and management, with a proven track record of leading successful projects in organizational design and restructuring. Demonstrated expertise in HR lead roles for the Botswana Accountancy College (BAC) organizational restructuring outsourced project and the Botswana Qualification Authority outsourced skills audit project. Skilled in reviewing and developing strategic plans as both an internal resource and external consultant. Validated expertise through graduation from the University of Stellenbosch Business School's Senior Management Development Programme. Over eight years of experience in a senior human capital role and relevant certifications. Well-equipped to contribute to growth and development. Committed member of the Chartered Institute of Management Consultants (Registration No: 5233), dedicated to offering expertise and services in external consulting.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
HR Manager, OE, Talent, Learning & Development
Debswana Diamond Company
05.2023 - Current
- The portfolio includes coordinating Talent Management, Performance Management, Learning & Development initiatives in one of the Company's operations
- Furthermore, it provides support in the Culture Transformation, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity agenda in the company.
- Key milestones, I achieved, was developing a workable framework in identifying key roles and business critical persons. The framework led to methodically identifying key roles in technical departments.
Organizational Development Manager
Botswana Power Corporation
11.2022 - 05.2023
- The portfolio includes effective coordination of Performance Management, Talent Management, Compensation and Benefits, and Pension Management
- Had the opportunity to be involved in an organizational realignment project, the corporation was outsourced.
- Developed a business case and justifying the change of BPC pay structure from a notch based pay to a broad - band pay, which was approved and implemented in mid 2023.
Organizational and Employee Development Manager
Botswana Qualification Authority
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed key deliverables of the role being planning, managing and reviewing the Authority's Organizational Development, Performance Management, Staff Development, reward and recognition strategies, systems and processes in pursuit to ensure that BQA is staffed with competent and engaged staff.
- Contributed and facilitated the change of a trade union for BQA bargaining unit employees from National Amalgamated Local, Central Government and Parastatal Workers Union to Botswana Landboards and Local Authorities Workers Union (BLLAWU).
- In addition, co-created the Collective Labour Agreement between BQA and BLLAWU.
Organizational Performance Improvement Manager
Botswana Accountancy College
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed the following key deliverables of the role; coordination of Corporate Performance through execution and monitoring of the Corporate Strategy; the coordination, incorporation and leading the Change Management agenda; ensuring proper coordination of the Project Management function through the established of Corporate Project Oversight Committee and mitigating potential risk on the Corporate Strategy.
- Led the review of BAC strategy during the COVID 19 pandemic, to position the College to continue with its core business with minium disruptions.
Organizational Development Manager
Botswana Accountancy College
07.2016 - 06.2020
- I was tasked to improve the College's effectiveness through coordination of Performance Management, Learning and Development, Organizational Design, Manpower Planning, Change Management, and development of HR policies
- Introduced and implemented Balance Scorecard methodology, which is currently being used to monitor corporate performance
- Due to the College not having a structured Strategy Office at the time, I assisted in corporate performance management from July 2016 till May 2018
Assistant Manager (Human Resources)
Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Coordinated and monitored the implementation of HRM policies, rules, regulations and contributed to the effectiveness of recruitment, transfer/redeployment of staff, labour relations
- Was a member of Department of Corporate Services' Monitored and Evaluation tasked to assess the Ministry's departments, Councils and Town Councils on their monthly and quarterly performance, aligned to the Annual Performance Plan
Assistant Manager (HR)
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Supervised and provided overall coordination of three (3) sections, Recruitment and Selection, Employee Relations and Training and Development
- Monitored and evaluated the Ministry's departments on their monthly and quarterly performance aligned to the Annual Performance Plan
Training Coordinator
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
04.2011 - 04.2015
- Coordinated and managed the Ministry's Training and Development function
- I took an initiative to develop in-house performance enhancing training programs, that helped employees to be effective in their daily work
Chief Administration Officer II & III
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
06.2008 - 03.2011
- Coordinated recruitment, selection, and placement functions of the Ministry, and updated records of the employees and manpower in the Computerized Personnel Management System (CPMS)
- Also, I have been part of Corporate Services performance review team
Principal Administration Officer
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
12.2006 - 05.2008
- Provided Secretarial services to the Ministry's Monthly Promotional and Appointing Boards including providing advisory services on recruitment, selection and placement function of the Ministry to Management
Senior Administration Officer
Department of Information Technology
12.2005 - 11.2006
- Interpreted the applicable labour legislation and governing regulations for employees, provided general Human Resource and administration services to the employees and administered Death / Retirement questionnaires
Administration Officer / Senior Administration Officer (Accounts)
Department of Broadcasting Services
04.2002 - 11.2005
- Provided supervision in the Accounts Section of the Department and ensure payments of suppliers are prepared as well as preparation of officers' overtime claims monthly
Education
MSc - Strategic Management
University of Derby
05.2017 - 11.2018
BCOM - Human Resource Management
University of South Africa
01.2008 - 04.2015
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Certification
Chartered Talent Practitioner (CHTP), 08/01/24
Current Roles
- Member of the Governance Committee of Human Resources Professionals' Society - Botswana
- Independent Director of Serala Entrepreneurial College (SEC) Board
Knowledge Acquired
- Strategy Development and Management
- Risk Management
- Performance Management
- Learning and Development
- Organizational Development
- HR Policy development and Review
- Talent Management & Succession Planning
- Talent Acquisition, Selection & Placement
- Change Management
- Culture Transformation
Personal Information
Nationality: Motswana
Leadership Development
Senior Development Management Programme (SMDP), University of Stellenbosch, April 2025
Timeline
HR Manager, OE, Talent, Learning & Development
Debswana Diamond Company
05.2023 - Current
Organizational Development Manager
Botswana Power Corporation
11.2022 - 05.2023
Organizational and Employee Development Manager
Botswana Qualification Authority
04.2021 - 11.2022
Organizational Performance Improvement Manager
Botswana Accountancy College
07.2020 - 03.2021
MSc - Strategic Management
University of Derby
05.2017 - 11.2018
Organizational Development Manager
Botswana Accountancy College
07.2016 - 06.2020
Assistant Manager (Human Resources)
Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development
09.2015 - 06.2016
Assistant Manager (HR)
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
05.2015 - 08.2015
Training Coordinator
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
04.2011 - 04.2015
Chief Administration Officer II & III
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
06.2008 - 03.2011
BCOM - Human Resource Management
University of South Africa
01.2008 - 04.2015
Principal Administration Officer
Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food Security
12.2006 - 05.2008
Senior Administration Officer
Department of Information Technology
12.2005 - 11.2006
Administration Officer / Senior Administration Officer (Accounts)
Department of Broadcasting Services
04.2002 - 11.2005
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursCareer advancement4-day work weekLanguages
English
Advanced (C1)
Setswana
Advanced (C1)
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