Aliman Urbaeva

· In support of U.S. foreign policy objectives, provided HR support and services to diplomats and local staff

· Implemented Department programs and resolved sensitive local HR-related issues.

· Received multiple Department-level awards in recognition of contributions and accomplishments.

· Through collaboration with department managers and a keen understanding of the local labor market, developed recruitment strategies that met the organization’s aggressive hiring needs while making the Embassy the employer of choice in the greater Bishkek area.

· Improved hiring and retention results, conducted compensation trend analyses that resulted in targeted resource delivery.

· Collaborated with department heads to meet hiring needs and attract top talent.

· Managed robust recruitment at the Embassy: job postings, application management, initial screenings, and interview coordination.

· Assisted candidates’ queries during the hiring process, assisted with background checks, drug screenings, I-9 forms.

· Promoted engagement and retention through managing onboarding: new hire paperwork, orientation, training, contracts, etc.

· Helped managers make informed decisions about hiring, promotions, or restructuring by accurate maintenance of position control files for 300+ staff at the U.S. Embassy

· Advised supervisors on creating new positions and guided on position classification.

· Ensured proper, accurate and current description reviews and verification with supervisors.

• Implemented global performance management system / process which shifted away from a historical “one-size-fits-all” rewards philosophy.

· Successfully led the implementation by coordinating communications and training

· Delivered briefings and trainings to newly arrived diplomats on managing performance, evaluation of local staff on a regular basis.

· Ensured supervisors complete performance documents for their subordinates, tracked performance documents for 300+ local employees.

· Prepared and presented statistical data and analysis on program trends and actual experience mission-wide, including information on overall value of rewards, average per grade, average per pool, etc.

· Supported employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.

· Accurately processed biweekly payroll improving morale and allowing employees and managers to focus on the mission at hand rather than correcting tedious payroll errors.

· Maintained time/attendance records for 300+ employees; resolved complex discrepancies in coordination with the payroll center.

· Performed detailed payroll audits to validate employee data, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations.

· Improved employee engagement of the total rewards offerings, developed and delivered client-specific trainings and communications.

· Monitored and maintained accurate records of U.S. Direct Hire personnel entitlements, including language proficiency incentives, educational benefits, differentials, etc.

· Revised comprehensive compensation plans for locally employed staff, covering leave policies, severance, retirement, medical coverage, and premium pay; ensured alignment with local labor laws and Department of State standards.

· Oversaw the full lifecycle of employee benefits administration, handling enrollments, status changes, interagency transfers, and terminations.

· Served as a key liaison for HR-related inquiries, delivering timely, data-driven responses and analytical insights on compensation, policy, and staffing issues to leadership.

· Built and maintained a network of local contacts to enhance data collection for market surveys and labor cost analysis.

· Conducted training needs surveys, prepared analyses and recommendations for training / development plans to ensure that limited resources were allocated to provide the best return on investment.

· Conducted employee training needs surveys and facilitated internal development programs.

· Developed training materials and led regular presentations on HR topics for the entire 300+ Embassy community.

· Improved employee engagement through various HR assignments pertaining to workforce planning, process and policy development, communications and training, and compensation and benefits initiatives.

· Supported sensitive matters: investigations, terminations, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution efforts, workplace concerns.

· Provided analysis and recommendations on complex HR issues, including conduct and employment policy.

· Developed and maintained HR policy and procedures manuals aligned with legal and regulatory standards.

· Supervised a team of six HR Assistants and Interns, conducted performance evaluations.

· Created the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in HR section in consultation with HR portfolio holders

· Provided input to budget preparation for HR-related expenses, including training, benefits, and employee programs