About Duende Consulting
Supporting Your Business at Every Stage of Growth
In today’s fast-paced business world, Human Resources is more than just a support function—it’s a strategic driver of success. At Duende Consulting, we understand that every business is unique, facing its own challenges and milestones. That’s why we meet our clients exactly where they are in their growth journey, tailoring our expertise to their specific needs.
We go beyond compliance-driven HR. Our approach integrates HR strategy, talent management, and people practices to enhance business performance, boost productivity, and contribute to long-term success. By unlocking the full potential of your human capital, we empower your business to thrive.
Our client-centric philosophy ensures that every solution is customized, strategic, and aligned with your business goals—helping you navigate HR complexities with confidence.
Meet Marsha Pieterse
“People are at the heart of every business. When they thrive, success follows.”
With over 22 years of experience in Human Resource Management, Marsha Pieterse is a dynamic HR leader known for delivering strategic, results-driven HR solutions. She spent 19 years at Bidvest International Logistics, gaining extensive corporate expertise, and later served as General Manager of an HR Consulting firm.
Marsha excels in navigating complex HR challenges, helping businesses optimize HR practices, align HR initiatives with business strategy, and create a thriving workplace culture. Her collaborative approach ensures that HR becomes a true business partner, adding value at every level.
Professional Expertise
- Strategic HR Business Partner
- Strategic HR Management
- Talent Management
- Skills Development Facilitator
- Learning and Development
- Employment Equity
- Succession Planning
- Recruitment and Selection
- HR Risk Management
- Internal Compliance and Auditing
- Employee Relations Management
- HR Policies and Procedures
- HR Service Delivery
- Performance Management
- Workforce Planning
- Employee Wellness
- HR Technology
Professional Credentials
- HR Professional, Generalist, South African Board for People Practices (SABPP), registration number 42866290
- Certified Auditor, South African Board for People Practices (SABPP), certificate number CN18SABPP005AUD
- NBI Practitioner, Neethling Brain Institute, Practitioner Number SA010-1854
- Member of the Association of Skills Development in South Africa (ASDSA), member number PIE003-20
- Specialist Wellness Counsellor, Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP), licence number SWC/19/426
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts: Health Sciences & Social Services with specialisation in Psychological Counselling Degree (UNISA)
- Diploma in Labour Law (Graduate Institute of Management & Technology)
- Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (UNISA)
- Honours Bachelor of Arts in Industrial and Organisational Psychology (UNISA)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (Cum Laude) (UNISA SBL)
- Certificate in Counselling (Helios)
Accreditation
- Assessor
- RPL Advisor
- Skills Development Facilitator
- Learning Programme & Assessment Design
At Duende Consulting, we are passionate about helping businesses succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. Whether you need HR guidance, strategic workforce solutions, or leadership development, we are here to help.