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Camilla Waluse

Camilla Waluse

Summary

My objective is to leverage my skills and expertise within a dynamic organization that prioritizes growth. I aim to bring resourcefulness, innovation, and adaptability to the table, with a steadfast commitment to fulfilling my duties. I am dedicated to making significant contributions toward the efficient growth of the organization.
As a proficient HR Shared Services professional, I have played a pivotal role in optimizing HR operations, enhancing service delivery, and providing efficient, centralized support to businesses, Senior People Partners, and employees.

In my journey through the realm of Human Resources over the past four years, I've had the privilege of immersing myself in this dynamic field. Each interaction presents an opportunity for me to make a meaningful impact, which fuels my enthusiasm for the role.
What truly ignites my passion for this role is the opportunity to cultivate meaningful connections with employees, and make a positive impact in their lives. Whether through personal interactions or proactive approaches, I am dedicated to exceeding expectations and leaving a lasting impression.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

People Operations and Benefits Lead

M-kopa Limited
Nairobi
03.2025 - Current

Medical and Benefits Administration. Welfare and Employee Experience

  • Successfully led medical renewals for Kenya, Uganda, and expatriate medical cover, ensuring smooth policy transitions while aligning with business needs.
  • Negotiated medical insurance contracts within the allocated budget, delivering cost efficiency, and optimized employee benefits.
  • Spearheaded the Employee Welfare Fund's growth, increasing registered membership by 35% through awareness campaigns and process improvements.
  • Enhanced Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance by identifying process gaps, implementing targeted solutions, and driving SLA compliance from 35% to 90% within the review period.
  • Reduced medical reimbursement turnaround time by collaborating with insurers to streamline approvals, cutting delays by 90% (you can insert a figure if you have it).
  • Designed and executed quarterly benefits utilization reviews, enabling leadership to make data-driven decisions on medical policy adjustments.
  • Implemented new maternity and paternity claims processes, reducing documentation hurdles, and improving employee satisfaction scores.
  • Standardized benefits administration across Kenya and Uganda, ensuring compliance and consistency in service delivery.
  • Digitized welfare registration and tracking, making it easier for employees to sign up and monitor contributions.
  • Coordinated employee engagement initiatives (wellness talks, Movember challenge, Steptember challenge for all markets, hiking events), boosting participation and awareness across multiple markets.

HR Shared Services Officer - Wellness & Global Mob

M-kopa Limited
Nairobi
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Administered daily employee benefits, serving as primary liaison with insurance providers in Kenya and Uganda.
  • Ensured 100% compliance with SLAs by processing employee life cycle changes within agreed timelines.
  • Streamlined insurance claims management, reducing turnaround times and enhancing employee satisfaction.
  • Conducted quarterly wellness reviews and new hire orientations to improve awareness of medical coverage.
  • Designed benefits communication and training sessions, increasing employee engagement with available options.
  • Oversaw timely processing of staff welfare claims, reinforcing trust in HR processes during critical times.
  • Guided expatriate employees through work authorization processes, ensuring document accuracy and timely submission.
  • Maintained visa records and advised internal teams on compliance with immigration policies.

Human Resource Officer

M-kopa Limited
Nairobi
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Executed end-to-end offboarding, including exit letters, system access revocation, and final document dispatch.
  • Managed processing of employee letters, ensuring timely resolutions for promotions, confirmations, and resignations.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in BOB system to ensure compliance and facilitate access for stakeholders.
  • Filed quarterly employee returns with National Employment Authority to comply with Employment Act requirements.

HR Intern

Tile and Carpet
Nairobi
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Organized HR filing system to maintain confidentiality and clear labeling.
    Updated staff personal files to ensure accurate records management.
    Engaged in recruitment process by scheduling interviews and conducting preliminary assessments.
    Drafted HR policy documents and procedures to improve team functionality.
    Produced reports and developed presentations for effective internal communication.
    Oversaw inventory storage management for efficient resource utilization.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Majored HRM

The Co-operative University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
02-2022

Diploma In Business Administration

The Co-operative University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
12-2017

Skills

  • Medical administration
  • Benefits negotiation
  • SLA management
  • Employee engagement
  • HRIS implementation
  • Compliance management
  • Vendor and stakeholder management
  • Offboarding and exit processes
  • Policy and compliance
  • Claims processing
  • Employee onboarding
  • Data analysis
  • Wellness program development
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Project coordination
  • Process improvement
  • Problem solving
  • Change management

Accomplishments

  • Automated new hire medical onboarding and deletion via Bob HRIS, ensuring 100% timely activation of benefits for new employees at M-kopa Limited
  • Led medical renewals for Kenya, Uganda, and expatriate staff while negotiating within allocated budgets at M-kopa Limited
  • Driven the Employee Welfare Fund, increased membership by 35%, and enhanced SLA compliance from 35% to 90% by identifying gaps and implementing solutions at M-kopa Limited

Certification

  • Josh Bersin Academy - Certificate , Human Resources Development

Languages

English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

People Operations and Benefits Lead

M-kopa Limited
03.2025 - Current

HR Shared Services Officer - Wellness & Global Mob

M-kopa Limited
02.2024 - 03.2025

Human Resource Officer

M-kopa Limited
07.2022 - 01.2024

HR Intern

Tile and Carpet
12.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Majored HRM

The Co-operative University of Kenya

Diploma In Business Administration

The Co-operative University of Kenya
Camilla Waluse