Tivana Sheodin, HR Specialist: People and Talent
Professional Overview
Tivana Sheodin is an accomplished HR Specialist with over 10 years of experience in the human resources and talent management field. She specializes in people-focused initiatives, with a strong track record in recruitment, talent acquisition, and employee development across various industries.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Tivana currently serves as the HR Specialist: People and Talent at First Technology, a leading technology solutions provider in South Africa. In this role, she is responsible for driving strategic HR initiatives, managing the employee lifecycle, and fostering a positive and empowering work environment. Tivana's key contributions include implementing innovative talent management programs, streamlining recruitment processes, and spearheading employee engagement initiatives that have contributed to enhanced organizational performance and employee satisfaction.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Tivana held various HR-related positions, including Human Resources Consultant at Adcorp Group, Internal Recruiter at Join Talent, Resourcing Consultant/Internal Recruiter at talentCRU, and Specialist Consultant - IT Recruitment at ThornTree Group. Throughout her career, Tivana has demonstrated a strong understanding of human resources best practices, a keen eye for talent identification, and a commitment to driving organizational growth and development.
Academic Background
Tivana holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Johannesburg, where she graduated with distinction. She has also completed several professional development programs in areas such as performance management, change management, and employee relations, further enhancing her expertise in the field of human resources.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment
- Employee Onboarding and Offboarding
- Performance Management and Career Development
- Compensation and Benefits Administration
- Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies
- HR Compliance and Policy Development
- Organizational Development and Change Management
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Tivana has made significant contributions to the organizations she has served. Notable achievements include:
- Spearheaded the implementation of a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy at Adcorp Group, resulting in a 25% increase in quality hires and a 15% reduction in time-to-hire.
- Implemented a new employee recognition program at talentCRU, which led to a 20% improvement in employee satisfaction and a 10% decrease in turnover rates.
- Developed and executed a targeted recruitment campaign for a key IT project at ThornTree Group, successfully filling all open positions within a 3-month timeframe.
Conclusion
Tivana Sheodin is a strategic and solutions-oriented HR Specialist with a proven track record of driving organizational success through people-focused initiatives. Her expertise in talent management, employee development, and HR operations, combined with her strong interpersonal skills and business acumen, make her a valuable asset to any organization. Tivana is committed to continually enhancing her skills and contributing to the growth and success of the companies she serves.
