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Jonathan Kwaku Yamoah

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Hello, I’m Jonathan Kwaku Yamoah—a dynamic HR professional and performing arts specialist with over a decade of cross-continental experience in corporate HR, hospitality, and creative direction.

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Hello, I’m Jonathan Kwaku Yamoah—a dynamic HR professional and performing arts specialist with over a decade of cross-continental experience in corporate HR, hospitality, and creative direction. I hold a Master’s in Human Resource Management from the University of South Africa and a BA in Performing Arts from the University of Ghana, and I’m passionate about aligning people strategies with creative solutions to foster engagement, growth, and organizational excellence.

I’ve led music ministries, managed HR functions in banking and retail, and built high-performing teams across Ghana and South Africa. I thrive on building vibrant workplace cultures, mentoring leaders, and delivering inspirational leadership through both strategic HR initiatives and the arts.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined December 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • TwiBeginner
  • BengaliBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Professional Services
  • Education

Work experience· 4 roles

Music Director · Kharis Center InternationalJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Spearheaded the development of a dynamic and spirit-led music ministry aligned with the church’s vision and growth strategy. Led weekly rehearsals, praise and worship sessions, and special productions, ensuring musical excellence and spiritual depth. Introduced a multi-genre approach to worship, incorporating traditional, contemporary, Afrobeat, and classical expressions.

Music and Arts Director · Possibility TempleJan 2016 – Jan 2021 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Directed the overall music and creative arts ministry, leading a team of vocalists, instrumentalists, drama teams, and dancers. Composed, arranged, and produced original music for worship services, special events, and annual conventions. Designed and implemented structured training programs for choir members, improving vocal technique and stage performance. Oversaw audio-visual production and collaborated with media teams to deliver engaging multimedia worship experiences. Mentored emerging leaders and youth in music ministry, fostering growth and leadership succession. Coordinated concerts, worship nights, and community outreach events that boosted church attendance and engagement.

Human Resource Officer · Absa Bank South AfricaJan 2011 – Jan 2015 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Managed full recruitment lifecycle: job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, and onboarding for both branch and headquarters roles. Administered HR policies, ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation and internal governance standards. Coordinated performance management cycles: goal setting, performance reviews, and development planning. Delivered employee relations support: conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations. Organized and facilitated training workshops on leadership development, diversity & inclusion, and change management. Generated HR metrics and reports (turnover, absenteeism, training ROI) to senior management, informing strategic decisions.

Branch Manager · KFC (Winchester Hills Branch, Johannesburg)Jan 2010 – Jan 2011 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education

Master of Arts in Human Resource Management · University of South Africa2030 – 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts · University of Ghana2004 – 2008

Certifications and awards

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)2009 – 2025

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