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Education
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References
Hobbies and Interests
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Sheridane Warner

Basseterre

Summary

Results-driven Chief Personnel Officer offering 30+ years in achieving positive human resources results for the public sector. Articulate negotiator, skillful in supporting competitive company growth by sourcing top-quality applicants for critical roles. Organized planner with excellent team leadership and program management abilities.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Personnel Officer – Supernumerary

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2023
  • Maintained confidential personnel records according to established rules and regulations.
  • Recommended and implemented goals and objectives for delivering personnel services.
  • Kept facility compliant with the Public Service Act and Statutory Rules and Regulations.
  • Improved organizational culture, fostering a positive work environment through employee engagement initiatives and open communication channels.
  • Developed customized training programs to address skill gaps and improve overall workforce capabilities.
  • Managed HR budgeting and resource allocation efforts, optimizing the use of financial resources while supporting organizational growth objectives.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Interpreted and explained assigned department personnel policies and procedures.

Chief Personnel Officer

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
02.2020
  • Kept facility compliant with federal and state employment laws.
  • Maintained confidential personnel records according to established rules and regulations.
  • Interpreted and explained assigned department personnel policies and procedures.
  • Recommended and implemented goals and objectives for delivering personnel services.

Deputy Chief Personnel Officer

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2018
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through employee training, development, and performance management.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance collaboration and drive positive outcomes.
  • Served as a mentor to junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices for professional growth and development.
  • Cultivated a positive work atmosphere by encouraging open communication channels among team members at all levels of the organization.

Clerk

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
07.1985
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
  • Monitored office supplies and made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.
  • Managed calendars and scheduled appointments to maintain smooth flow of operations.
  • Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
  • Booked and prepared meeting rooms, making arrangements for availability of refreshments.
  • Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.

Administrative Officer

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2012 - 12.2017
  • Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
  • Boosted employee morale by addressing concerns promptly and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Improved communication within the organization through regular updates on policies, procedures, and key events.
  • Assisted in achieving company objectives through active participation in strategic planning sessions and goal setting initiatives.

Human Resource Assistant

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2006 - 12.2011
  • Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
  • Coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
  • Coordinated employee training programs to promote professional development and skill enhancement.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
  • Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.

Senior Clerk

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.1997 - 12.2005
  • Worked with upper management to complete complex projects on tight budgets within specific timelines.
  • Placed supply orders and restocked office items.
  • Set up meetings and organized supporting materials.
  • Managed travel and other expense reports, verifying details and filing documentation.
  • Improved office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and organizing essential documents.
  • Enhanced team productivity by coordinating schedules, managing calendars, and prioritizing tasks.
  • Managed incoming correspondence, ensuring proper distribution and timely response from appropriate personnel.

Data Entry Clerk

Reeds Data Services
10.1983 - 06.1985
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency..
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
  • Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
  • Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.

Education

Executive Diploma in Management -

UWI

Master of Business Administration in Human Resource and Knowledge Management -

National Kaohsiung Normal University, Taiwan

Skills

  • Strategic thinking
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Employment law
  • Onboarding programs
  • HR technology
  • Global HR experience
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership development
  • Organizational development
  • Internal communications

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: St. Kitts
  • Date of Birth: 07/16/66
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Kittitian
  • Marital Status: Single

Training Certificates

  • National Secretaries Association of St. Kitts and Nevis - Secretarial Skills, 09/01/88
  • Ministry of Agriculture, Housing and Development and United Nations Development Program - Electronic Spreadsheet (Lotus 123), 04/01/90
  • Non-Formal Youth Skills Training - Modular Training in Secretarial Skills (Best Student Award), 03/01/90
  • Government of St. Kitts and Nevis - Registry Procedures, 06/01/92
  • Government of St. Kitts and Nevis - Basic Computer Training in Intermediate Lotus 123, 05/01/95
  • Government of St. Kitts and Nevis - Understanding Self and Others – Positioning for Effective Leadership, 04/01/04
  • Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and Crown Agents - Management Skills, 02/01/05
  • UWI, Open Campus, St. Kitts - Certificate of Achievement in Advance Supervisory Management, 05/01/14
  • Commonwealth Online Advance Training Programme in Government Performance Management (Caribbean and Americas Edition), 03/01/21
  • High Level Leadership and Management Programme for Principal Permanent Secretaries, 02/01/23

References

  • Ms Diana Francis, Permanent Secretary, 663 7386
  • Ms Jacqueline Flemming, Assessment Quality and Assurance Officer, 662 9923

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Listening to Music
  • Walking
  • Indoor and Outdoor Games

Timeline

Chief Personnel Officer – Supernumerary

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2023

Chief Personnel Officer

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
02.2020

Deputy Chief Personnel Officer

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2018

Administrative Officer

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2012 - 12.2017

Human Resource Assistant

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.2006 - 12.2011

Senior Clerk

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
01.1997 - 12.2005

Clerk

Government of St. Kitts-Nevis - Human Resource Management Department
07.1985

Data Entry Clerk

Reeds Data Services
10.1983 - 06.1985

Executive Diploma in Management -

UWI

Master of Business Administration in Human Resource and Knowledge Management -

National Kaohsiung Normal University, Taiwan

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