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Karina Arouca

Independent HR Consultant And Lawyer
Maputo,MPM

Summary

Karina is a generalist human resources professional with 19 years of experience with knowledge in human resources (HR) solutions with experience across multiple industries and NGOs (SOS Children's Village Mozambique, REMAR, iDE, ICRH, etc.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Independent HR & Legal Senior Consultant

QuBos
1 2020 - Current
  • Assisted in development of HR policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate potential risks.
  • Created detailed job descriptions that accurately reflected position requirements and responsibilities, attracting highly qualified candidates.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.

Executive Director

Mozambique Bar Association (OAM)
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand organization's reach and influence.
  • Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions.
  • Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.

Human Resources and Administration Director

Bayport Financial Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to align with organizational goals, resulting in improved performance across all departments.
  • Enhanced employee engagement by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication within administration team.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations by updating policies and procedures in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Acted as liaison between executive leadership team members regarding crucial updates or concerns related to overall business performance or goals attainment.

National Human Resources Coordinator

SOS Children's Village Mozambique
01.2010 - 08.2014
  • Improved employee retention with targeted professional development opportunities.
  • Proactively identified opportunities for organizational growth while adhering to budget constraints to optimize financial outcomes.
  • Coordinated onboarding processes, providing new hires with smooth transition into company culture.
  • Supported managers in addressing employee concerns, fostering positive workplace relationships.
  • Managed benefits administration, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas of improvement and offering constructive feedback.
  • Led recruitment efforts to attract top talent in a competitive job market.
  • Complied with labor laws and regulations while managing payroll functions efficiently.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee information using up-to-date human resource databases.
  • Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
  • Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
  • Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
  • Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.

Tax and Legal Consultant

PriceWaterhouseCoopers
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Assisted in due diligence process during mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions to protect clients' investments.
  • Drafted comprehensive legal documents including contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding for diverse clientele.
  • Analysed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
  • Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.

Head of the Human Resources Department

Mozambique Institute of Science and Technology (ISCTEM)
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Education

Postgraduate in International Commercial Law -

Eduardo Mondlane University
Maputo, Mozambique
01.2002 - 04.2007

Bachelor's Degree in Law -

Mozambique Institute of Science And Technology
Maputo, Mozambique
04.2001 - 04.2005

Skills

  • Staff Management

  • Organizational Development

  • Training development

  • Recruiting

  • Employment law

  • Recruitment planning

  • Onboarding and Orientation

  • Exit Interviews

  • Negotiation

  • Confidential Document Control

  • Labor Relations

Professional Association Membership

  • Certified Mediator at the Judicial Mediation Service (SMJ)
  • Lawyer

Areas

  • HR Department Start Up
  • Labor Law
  • HR Policies & Procedures Development
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Labor Relations
  • Expatriate Legalization
  • Budgeting & Planning
  • Legal Compliance
  • Personnel Management
  • Onboarding & Offboarding
  • Performance Management

Software

Microsoft office

Eticadata payroll system

Timeline

Executive Director

Mozambique Bar Association (OAM)
01.2017 - 01.2019

Human Resources and Administration Director

Bayport Financial Services
01.2015 - 01.2016

National Human Resources Coordinator

SOS Children's Village Mozambique
01.2010 - 08.2014

Tax and Legal Consultant

PriceWaterhouseCoopers
01.2007 - 01.2010

Head of the Human Resources Department

Mozambique Institute of Science and Technology (ISCTEM)
01.2005 - 01.2006

Postgraduate in International Commercial Law -

Eduardo Mondlane University
01.2002 - 04.2007

Bachelor's Degree in Law -

Mozambique Institute of Science And Technology
04.2001 - 04.2005

Independent HR & Legal Senior Consultant

QuBos
1 2020 - Current

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