I am a versatile professional with a strong foundation in Human Resource Management, Computer Science, media, and advocacy. I have experience across NGOs, journalism, administrative roles, and multimedia production, and I thrive in diverse environments. I'm passionate about learning and bringing a friendly, proactive approach to my work. With skills in video and audio editing, graphic design, and content creation, I enjoy telling stories and engaging audiences, while also being capable of managing HR responsibilities like recruitment, employee relations, and administrative tasks.

Katherine Kadiatu Naomi Norman

I am a versatile professional with a strong foundation in Human Resource Management, Computer Science, media, and advocacy. I have experience across NGOs, journalism, administrative roles, and multimedia production, and I thrive in diverse environments. I'm passionate about learning and bringing a friendly, proactive approach to my work. With skills in video and audio editing, graphic design, and content creation, I enjoy telling stories and engaging audiences, while also being capable of managing HR responsibilities like recruitment, employee relations, and administrative tasks.

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I am a versatile professional with a strong foundation in Human Resource Management, Computer Science, media, and advocacy. I have experience across NGOs, journalism, administrative roles, and multimedia production, and I thrive in diverse environments. I’m passionate about learning and bringing a friendly, proactive approach to my work.

With skills in video and audio editing, graphic design, and content creation, I enjoy telling stories and engaging audiences, while also being capable of managing HR responsibilities like recruitment, employee relations, and administrative tasks.

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Work Experience

Software Development Intern at Tech Innovations Inc.
August 31, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Built a web application that increased user engagement by 25%. Led a team of interns in troubleshooting software issues, resolving 90% of reported bugs.
Journalism Part Time at RMN News
June 1, 2022 - Present
Wrote and published articles covering local events, increasing readership by 20%. Conducted interviews with community leaders, enhancing the depth and quality of reporting. Collaborated with the editorial team to develop content strategies, resulting in a 15% increase in online engagement.
Freelance Writer at Self-Employed
May 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Delivered high-quality articles for various publications, meeting deadlines and so forth.
Human Resource Officer (General Administration) at African Minerals Sierra Leone Limited
February 29, 2016 - July 16, 2025
Provided information relating to policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion and employee benefits. Identified vacancies and recruited, interviewed, and selected applicants. Administered compensation benefits and performance management systems and safety at work. Performed complex staffing duties such as referring disputes, hearings, terminating employees, and administering disciplinary procedures. Advised personnel and management on organizational policies such as equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment, and work ethics. Maintained and enhanced the organization's human resources through planning, implementing and evaluating employee relations and HR policies, programs and practices. Maintained work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions. Wrote and issued contracts to employees. Maintained employee records and HR database on terminations, new hires, dismissals, and deaths. Prepared employees for assessments and conducted ori
Remuneration Benefit and Compensation Human Resource Officer at Shandon Steel Sierra Leone Limited
June 30, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Processed all documents related to resignation, termination, dismissal, and end of contract letters for severance pay. Managed death notifications and facilitated timely payment of funeral assistance. Collaborated with Finance Department for severance pay processing. Updated remuneration, compensation and benefit spreadsheets daily. Provided employee separation information and managed requests. Prepared monthly reports. Advised on severance pay and benefits. Ensured timely payment of separation packages and benefits. Followed up with leavers or next of kin on severance pay. Processed separation matters with legal implications. Maintained and developed personnel record systems.
Teacher/School Administrator at Peninsular Senior Secondary School Waterloo
December 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Taught Economics. Handled staff and student records. Issued warning and querying letters. Prepared school report cards. Issued contract letters to new employees not on the payroll. Supervised staff personal files.
Software Development Intern at Tech Innovations Inc.
August 31, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Built a web application that increased user engagement by 25%. Led a team of interns in troubleshooting software issues, resolving 90% of reported bugs.
Journalism Part Time at RMN News
June 1, 2022 - Present
Wrote and published articles covering local events, increasing readership by 20%. Conducted interviews with community leaders, enhancing reporting depth and quality. Collaborated with editorial team on content strategies, boosting online engagement by 15%.
Freelance Writer at Self-Employed
May 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Delivered high-quality articles for various publications, consistently meeting deadlines.
Human Resource Officer (General Administration) at African Minerals Sierra Leone Limited
February 28, 2016 - July 16, 2025
Provided information to employees on policies, job duties, wages, benefits, and promotion opportunities. Identified vacancies, conducted recruitment and selection. Administered compensation, benefits, performance management and safety. Handled staffing duties including dispute resolution and disciplinary procedures. Advised management on organizational policy, maintained HR records and databases, prepared employees for assessments and training, and managed employee documentation.
Remuneration Benefit and Compensation Human Resource Officer at Shandon Steel Sierra Leone Limited
June 30, 2018 - July 16, 2025
Processed resignation, termination, dismissal, and end-of-contract documents for severance pay. Managed death notifications and facilitated funeral assistance payments. Coordinated with Finance for severance pay processing. Maintained remuneration, compensation, and benefits spreadsheets. Provided separation information and advice on severance pay. Ensured timely payment of separation packages and followed up with leavers or next of kin. Handled separation matters including legal requirements and maintained personnel records.
Teacher/School Administrator at Peninsular Senior Secondary School
December 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Taught Economics, handled staff and student records, issued warning and querying letters, prepared school report cards, issued contracts to new employees not on payroll, and supervised staff personal files.

Education

Bachelor of Science and Engineering at Atlantic International University (AIU)
May 17, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Bachelor of Science and Computer Design at Banktec College Of Information Technology
July 8, 2019 - November 26, 2022
WASSCE Level at Logos Academy Senior Secondary School
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
BECE Level at Hendry Fergusson Junior Secondary School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
NPSE Level at Eastend Municipal Primary School
January 8, 2007 - September 26, 2009

Qualifications

Certificate in Software Application Packages
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Debate Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Media Journalism Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Consultance Technical Training Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Control Room Operator Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Computer Hardware Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Certificate in Debate
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Certificate in Media Journalism
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025
Consultance Technical Training
March 16, 2021 - July 30, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet