Tijen Diraz Email & Phone Number

South Africa

In my capacity as an Engagement Professional I contribute to the delivery of tailored services and solutions to Human Interest and their partner's clients.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Action Learning Partners collaborate closely with clients to accelerate their capability and shape behaviour through niche action learning methods, coaching, change management and strategic organisational and HR development.

Johannesburg

Global HR Business Partner (2010 - current)•HR management of Supply Chain staff across the globe, including facilitation of talent reviews, diversity plans, resourcing and succession planning •Manage a training portfolio globally (budget of $2 Million) to drive technical and soft skills training. Co- designed a unique learning programme for the Supply Chain Function called the Capability Accelerator Programme•Development career paths and competencies •Co- created and implemented the Entrepreneur Internship Programme (EIP) to support local procurement and job creation in South Africa.•Successfully lead a global restructuring exercise to redefine the Supply Chain organisation and worked in collaboration with HR and Legal experts on a retrenchment and change management process across the regions.•Managed 3 direct reports and mentored various graduates.One Anglo Supply Chain Project: Global Project Lead for HR (2008 - 2010)•Successfully developed the One Anglo Supply Chain organisational design and job profiles in conjunction with Accenture. Collaborated with stakeholders on change management requirements to manage the transition, embed the new culture and drive a high performance team•Developed a recruitment and talent strategy and plan.The Group Supply Chain organisation grew from 5 to 210 people globally over 3 years.•Managed the capability development and blended training approach based on key competencies.

Sasol Secunda Shared Services Project (Oct 2005 - Sept 2006)•Applied various organisational principles and approaches to develop the future shared services structures and profiles in consultation with the Sasol management team.•Conducted a sound job impact analysis and advised on a capacity model•Developed a recruitment plan and interview guide..•Developed a pragmatic action plan for the shared services transformation, using change management models.•Co-ordinated all training events; sourced and liaised with suppliers and managed delivery of training and materials. Facilitated various training events and evaluated feedback.Shell Cape Town Global Customer Services Centre Start up Project (Oct 2006 - Feb 2007)HR recruitment and training lead responsible for managing all the recruitment and training of the new staff:•Conducted and managed interview planning and logistics, competency based interviews, candidate selection, offer process and induction•Managed and coordinated training and delivery of language training as well as management of service providers•Developed specific HR processes and ensured alignment with Group HR policies and proceduresSouth African Breweries HR Transformation Project (March 2007- May 2007)Team lead responsible for analysing the HR function and designing solutions:•Researched and applied HR methodology and improvements to the division•Facilitated design and change workshops

•Project managed an Assessments Programme resulting in a refined policy and recommended list of tools.•Administered and provided feedback to individuals on assessment tools•Participated as a member in career development panels and provided career guidance to individuals•Managed and co-ordinated the Women in Mining Programme which included stakeholder engagement, monitoring progress, evaluations, cost analysis, budget, assessing future needs and mentoring of the young candidates.•Supported resourcing activities and culture surveys•Conducted successful OD research projects and recommended diagnostics whilst gaining operational exposure at Cullinan mine and Venetia mine for 7 months.•Facilitated Balanced Scorecard and performance management workshops..