EMMANUEL ATO COBBAH

• Provided leadership and coordination of Human Resource functions in effectively managing two separate business units (PPL 1& PPL2) under Poly Product Laminations Division of Polytank Company Limited
• Coordinated with senior leadership and handled managerial needs by implementing fresh solutions into business strategies.
• Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees which ensured alignment of corporate goals.
• Devised hiring and recruitment policies that supports daily production goals and targets.
• Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
• Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
• Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
• Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.

• Provided leadership and coordination of Kane-Em's Human Resource functions to manage workforce of over 500 employees in both Accra & Tema production units.
• Nurtured positive working environment that bridged the gap between management and employee relations by addressing grievances, or other work-related issues in a prompt and timely manner.
• Evaluated gaps within HR Department and implemented procedures and solutions which improved human resource information systems.
• Managed recruitment and selection process and ensured adequate manpower is available to meet production needs.
• Designed and implemented effective compensation strategies, benefits, and motivation programs that ensure staff attraction and retention
• Ensured legal compliance with regard to salary administration (SSNIT, PAYE, minimum wage) as well as ensured compliance with regulatory and ethical standards by Agency contractors.
• Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies improve retention.
• Reviewed business goals to recommend new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity.
• Supported the Health & Safety team in ensuring a conducive and accident-free work environment
• Appointed as Assistant Management Representative (AMR) in the implementation of ISO9001

• Assisted Head of HR with Company's policy and procedure draft and implementation
• Assisted Head of HR in planning, recruitment, staffing, and handling all personnel management systems
• Communicated and ensured all HR policies and procedures are effectively carried out in accordance with ethical standards for auditing and compliance purposes (SEDEX & BSCI)
• Liaised with other departments to identify training needs of employees, developed formal training programs and ensured documentation and update of all training records
• Ensured tracking and management of the Company's Insurance portfolio, immigration documentation (Work & Resident permits processing and renewals, Visas, etc) for Expatriates and official visitors, etc.
• Acted in capacity of Head of Human Resource (Head of HR traveled out of the country) and was able to avert imminent Strike Action by unionized workers.
• Appointed Secretary to Board of Directors of Cosmo Seafoods Company Limited.

Managed general HR Administrative functions included but not limited to monitoring of departmental KPIs, staff adherence to policies and procedures, staff records, attendance and payroll generation, workmen compensation, canteen, and clinic administrative functions

• Key Responsibilities
• Employees' Salary Administration; prepare payroll data for payment by Finance Department
• Communicated and ensured compliance with HR Policies and Procedures for auditing purposes
• Handled effectively Human Resource System for managing Employees' personal records, HR Employee database, Leave administration, Daily Attendance, and Overtime verification
• Processed, verified and maintained documentation relating to personnel activities such as staffing, recruitment, and other employee records
• Compiled and prepared reports and documents pertaining to security and personnel activities
• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.

• Staff recruitment, training, and management as well as general administrative work
• Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
• Coordinate and prepare quarterly, bi-annual and annual reports on loan portfolio performance by staff
• Managing clients' personal and business loans and offering financial advice where necessary
• Managing team to achieve set targets.
• Targeted new customers to grow geographic reach and increase revenue.
• Studied processes, implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.

• Handled administrative duties including filing, employee records update, leave administration, etc.
• In the absence of incumbent Employee Relations Officer, managed Employee Relations function which included liaising with employees to solve grievances and work-related issues.
• Provided accurate clinic and medical reports for managerial decisions.
• Processed employees' loan and salary advance applications.
• Occasionally handled publication work of the company's weekly news bulletin and magazine.