Open To Work
Alexander Eliashvili
Walnut Creek,USA
Summary
HR leader with extensive experience in talent acquisition and employee engagement within the Ministry of Defense. Implemented strategic HR initiatives and performance management systems, enhancing organizational effectiveness. Skilled in data analysis, conflict resolution, and innovative workforce development solutions. Proven track record in managing HR teams, ensuring compliance, and driving recruitment and retention efforts.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of HR Development Department
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
07.2018 - 09.2025
- Leading and supervising talent and career management, succession planning, professional and academic education, training and development, selection management (hiring, promotion, assignment, conflict resolution, etc.), performance management and evaluation (incl. Conflict resolution, MOS (personnel digital codification system) in the armed forces (30k population, 200 senior leaders/directors).
- Senior officer for more than 20 direct subordinates, including 4 divisions. Developing HR strategies, plans, and implementations across the organization.
- Leading various HR project management activities from initiation to closing.
- Participating in the workers' compensation process (analysis, support).
- Working in close cooperation with the most senior leadership, providing strategic HR guidance for all departments (Educational, Medical, Logistics, IT, etc.). And leading a risk management project in the HR field.
- Evaluation of existing HRM policies and practices in accordance with the needs of the organization, and overall best examples.
- Fostering communications between career managers and the population.
- Driving and overseeing the employee engagement process.
- Managing negotiation activities among supervising HR units (divisions, sections).
- Establishment of a centralized career management and digital evaluation system in the organization, in collaboration with the US advisory team.
Building Integrity Advisor & Instructor (NATO Certified)
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Responsible for implementing and monitoring BI processes in Georgian Defense Forces (General Staff) especially in HR system.
- Improving employee relations, advocating for employees, supporting them, and addressing their concerns and conflicts.
- Contributing to Strategic Guidance for Human resource activities.
- Consulting and making policy recommendations for HR professionals - extra duty.
Senior Selection Board Advisor
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
12.2013 - 03.2024
- Supervising various selection board meetings and training.
- Consulting board members and the officials during the process of selection itself (promotion, career courses, top-level assignments).
- Provide recommendations with exceptional cases in HR, personnel, and manpower domains—extra duties.
- Collaborated with leadership to develop long-term operational strategies and goals.
- Evaluated organizational policies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Head of HR Talent Management & Education Division
Ministry of Defence
Tbilisi, Georgia
05.2011 - 07.2018
- Supervising Talent Acquisition Management and Training & Development in the Defense Forces (6-7 k active population).
- Leading and supervising HRM processes for educational and training programs (including administration, budget, travel arrangements etc.).
- Supervising career development, succession planning, mentoring, and selection processes in the HR area of the Defense Forces, as well as the implementation of modern human resource management activities in the organization.
- Monitoring employees' (candidates') screening and selection process.
- Leading and monitoring the DEIB process in the General Staff and the Ministry of Defense.
- Working on educational and training projects in Georgia and outside of the country (manpower and workforce, budgeting, intensity distribution).
- The main achievement is the development and implementation of centralized selection management (training and education) in HRM for the Georgian military forces, with accountability for 30,000 personnel.
- Led recruitment initiatives to attract top talent for specialized military roles.
- Facilitated training programs to enhance employee skills and compliance with regulations.
- Managed employee relations strategies to maintain workplace harmony and communication.
- Implemented performance management systems for effective staff evaluations and development.
- Developed comprehensive HR policies aligned with organizational goals in defense sector.
Personnel Policy & Management Lessons Learned Advisor
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Being responsible for improvement ongoing HR management processes in Ministry of Defense through Lessons Learned experience.
- Coordinated with military staff to align resources and objectives efficiently.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
Head of Manpower Planning Division
Ministry of Defence
Tbilisi, Georgia
05.2008 - 05.2011
- Supervising organizational improvement, structural excellence, and research and development in the HR community.
- Preparing analytical reports to improve organizational effectiveness.
- Overseeing employees' personal data collection and analysis using HRIS.
- Responsible for workforce strategic planning, compliance analysis, structural hierarchy design, job descriptions, positional criteria, billets classification, and SOP in GDF (10k).
- Awarded once: establishment of a U.S.-related job description system in the Defense Forces.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Recruitment & Hiring Senior Manager (Officer)
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
11.2003 - 05.2008
- Responsible for internal recruitment, conducting interviews, hiring, onboarding, promotion, benefits, and distribution/assignment processes in the given community (Land Forces, Training & Education Institutions officers, NCOs), with a population of 7,000 to 8,000.
- Established effective communication channels between different departments within the organization.
- Led recruitment strategies to attract top talent across diverse roles.
- Implemented HR policies to comply with legal and regulatory standards.
- Participated in recruitment initiatives by interviewing potential candidates and selecting suitable hires.
- Awarded several times.
Recruitment & Assignment Manager (Officer)
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
05.2000 - 11.2003
- Responsible for recruiting officers and NCOs for the Defense Forces, overseeing the hiring process, and developing recruitment strategies.
- Consulting references and conducting screening interviews for Land Force Community, General Staff Officers, Special Forces, and Healthcare Organizations (5,000 to 6,000 population).
- Responsible for sourcing, interviewing, and distribution/assignment processes in a given community.
- Maintained records of assignments and resource allocation for audits.
- Being promoted from officer to senior officer in three years.
- Awarded several times.
TOO Officer (Organization & Culture)
Ministry of Defense
Tbilisi, Georgia
04.1997 - 05.2000
- Responsible for organization design, payroll, accountability, and data analytics of organization and unit structures and positions (billets).
- Analyzing and reporting existing HRM issues to support change management in the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication processes.
- Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
- Took part in the process of transitioning from manual TOS design to a digital system.
Education
Master's degree - Human Resource Management
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA04.2018
Master's degree - Economics
Tbilisi State University
Tbilisi, GE06.1996
Diploma - Artillery
Military Cadet School, Tbilisi State University
Tbilisi, GE05.1995
Skills
- External recruiting and talent acquisition
- Data analysis and analytics
- Microsoft Outlook and Google Suite
- Change management and organizational design
- Nonprofit management and program development
- Workday and payroll administration
- Time management and organizational skills
- Events management and project planning
- Research and market analysis
- Employee engagement and relations
- Human resources management and employee evaluation
- Information security and compliance
- Sourcing and recruitment strategies
- Category management and vendor relations
- Operations management and quality assurance
- Conflict resolution and performance management
- Training and development programs
- Executive administrative support and travel planning
- Financial services experience
Certification
- Sustainment Operations Training Program, 04/01/21, Present, Sustainment operations: Logistics, Personnel, Finance and Medical operations (theory, practical exercises, case studies and exams). Score 97 (100). 3 months training program (in English), provided by US Military advisory group VALIANT.
- Driver's License, 11/01/15, Present
- Teaching Certification
- Professional In Human Resources
- Senior Professional in Human Resources
Languages
- English - Fluent
- Russian - Fluent
- Georgian - Fluent
Military Service
Army - General Staff, Georgia, Colonel/O6, 04/01/97-09/01/25
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Georgian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Ukrainian
Elementary
A1
Italian
Elementary
A1
Interests
Music
Chess
Astronomy
Sport
Travel
History
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Building Integrity Advisor & Instructor (NATO Certified)
Ministry of Defense
12.2021 - 03.2024
Head of HR Development Department
Ministry of Defense
07.2018 - 09.2025
Senior Selection Board Advisor
Ministry of Defense
12.2013 - 03.2024
Personnel Policy & Management Lessons Learned Advisor
Ministry of Defense
01.2012 - 01.2014
Head of HR Talent Management & Education Division
Ministry of Defence
05.2011 - 07.2018
Head of Manpower Planning Division
Ministry of Defence
05.2008 - 05.2011
Recruitment & Hiring Senior Manager (Officer)
Ministry of Defense
11.2003 - 05.2008
Recruitment & Assignment Manager (Officer)
Ministry of Defense
05.2000 - 11.2003
TOO Officer (Organization & Culture)
Ministry of Defense
04.1997 - 05.2000
Master's degree - Human Resource Management
Naval Postgraduate School
Master's degree - Economics
Tbilisi State University
Diploma - Artillery
Military Cadet School, Tbilisi State University