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AMIRA TAAWASH

Viva Bahriya 11, Pearl, Doha

Summary

Enthusiastic Senior HR professional with 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, management consulting, and change management. Efficient in problem solving. Thrive on creating a relaxed, proficient, and enjoyable business environment. Strong believer in team organization and relationship development. Believe in leading by example to achieve common goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Human Resources

Qatar-Finland International School
09.2016 - Current
  • Lead the HR department, and serving as a key advisor to the senior leadership team on people-related matters.
  • Develop and implement HR strategies that align with school goals and support the school's mission and growth.
  • Oversee compensation and benefits planning, ensuring competitive pay structures while maintaining budgetary efficiency
  • Implement organizational development initiatives, including restructuring programs, to improve operational efficiency and align workforce with school needs.
  • Lead talent acquisition teams in identifying top-tier candidates.
  • Partner with senior leadership to resolve complex employee relations issues and enhance employee well-being.
  • Manage HR budget, policies, and procedures to ensure full compliance with local regulations.


Key achievements:


  • Developed and implemented a performance management system that improved alignment between employee objectives and school goals.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, resulting in improved workplace harmony and satisfaction.
  • Managed annual budgeting process for the human resources department, ensuring sufficient allocation of resources towards strategic initiatives.

HR Administrative Assistant

Qatar-Finland International School
10.2014 - 08.2016
  • Efficiently managed personnel files, ensuring all documents were up-to-date and in compliance with legal requirements.
  • Acted as a reliable point of contact for employees seeking information on company policies, benefits, or general HR matters.
  • Supported payroll processing by accurately tracking time and attendance records, reporting discrepancies to management as needed.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive HR information, adhering to strict privacy guidelines at all times.


Key achievements:


  • Supported recruitment efforts by coordinating job postings, reviewing resumes, and scheduling interviews.
  • Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements within the HR department and presented well-researched solutions to management.

Operations Officer

HSBC Bank
12.2008 - 06.2013
  • Managed a high-volume caseload while providing exceptional service and meeting performance targets consistently.
  • Processed payment of cheque via telex transfer or demand draft as per beneficiary bank requirement.
  • Followed up with concerned branches on any discrepancies and errors to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Handled all cheques sent for collection and ensures timely and accurate processing of funds to customer account.
  • Followed up with domestic and foreign banks to investigate status of cheques.

Education

Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting And Business Administration

Faculty of Commerce - English Section
Cairo University
06-2008

Skills

  • HR policies development
  • Performance appraisals
  • Organizational culture
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Employee relations
  • Employment law expertise
  • Workforce analytics
  • Talent management
  • Onboarding programs
  • Succession planning
  • Retention strategies
  • Employee engagement

Certification

10/2022

CIPD, Level 5: People Management
Chartered Institute of Professional Development - UK

Additional Information

Nationality: Egyptian

Gender: Female

DoB: 08 May 1987

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

References

Furnished upon request

Timeline

Head of Human Resources

Qatar-Finland International School
09.2016 - Current

HR Administrative Assistant

Qatar-Finland International School
10.2014 - 08.2016

Operations Officer

HSBC Bank
12.2008 - 06.2013

10/2022

CIPD, Level 5: People Management
Chartered Institute of Professional Development - UK

Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting And Business Administration

Faculty of Commerce - English Section
AMIRA TAAWASH