MEDREKA DAVIS
Stuttgart
Summary
International Human Resources and Operations Manager with over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in multinational environments across Europe and Asia. Extensive expertise in workforce planning, policy implementation, regulatory compliance, institutional support operations, and personnel lifecycle management. Demonstrated ability to supervise diverse teams, manage operational budgets, advise senior leadership, and strengthen organizational systems across geographically dispersed units spanning more than 30 countries. Currently pursuing a Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Relations and Diplomacy (Expected March 2027). The degree program offers adaptable delivery formats, including fully online completion, allowing seamless relocation and full-time international assignment. Fully available for international deployment, including Dakar, Senegal.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
12.2019 - 06.2024
- Supervised and mentored a 5-person HR team responsible for full personnel lifecycle services.
- Provided strategic HR advisory support to senior leadership on workforce planning, compliance, and policy implementation.
- Managed onboarding, documentation, mobility processing, retirement services, and sensitive case management.
- Strengthened operational continuity through modernization of service delivery systems during crisis conditions.
- Coordinated compensation and allowance adjustments with financial management authorities.
- Delivered executive-level briefings and analytical reports to senior stakeholders.
- Ensured regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, and audit readiness across personnel programs.
Detachment Superintendent
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Directed personnel operations supporting 1,200 members across 174 multinational units spanning 30 countries.
- Supervised 23 personnel and managed $142,000 operational budget with fiscal accountability.
- Oversaw 855 international personnel movements and $1.2M in mission-related execution.
- Implemented compliance inspection systems and performance oversight frameworks.
- Coordinated contingency workforce planning and crisis-response personnel support functions.
Executive Office Administrator
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed executive administrative operations for multinational leadership.
- Supported elements of a $48M operational portfolio.
- Coordinated multinational protocol engagements, official travel, and interagency communications.
- Directed institutional task management systems and workflow oversight functions.
- Provided integrated HR and administrative support to a diverse civilian and military workforce.
Senior Human Resources Supervisor
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed HR operations supporting up to 35,000 personnel.
- Supervised and developed 50+ military and civilian staff members.
- Administered international mobility documentation programs (800+ official/diplomatic passports annually).
- Served as advisor on overseas personnel regulations and international agreements.
- Oversaw retirement and casualty assistance programs, ensuring policy compliance and dignified support.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) - Human Resource Management
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, Texas, USAMaster of Arts (M.A.) - International Relations and Diplomacy
Schiller International University
Heidelberg, Germany 03.2027
Skills
- International Human Resources Management
- Workforce Planning & Talent Development
- Policy Implementation & Regulatory Compliance
- Programme & Operations Support
- Multinational Administrative Leadership
- Budget Oversight & Financial Accountability
- Staff Supervision & Capacity Building
- Crisis & Contingency Personnel Operations
- International Mobility & Documentation Systems
- Executive Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement
- Planning, Organizing & Accountability
Certification
- Project Management Certification
- Integrated Personnel & Pay System (IPPS-A) Certification
- Department of State Passport Acceptance Agent
- NATO Automated Personnel Management System
- Crisis & Contingency Planning
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Performance Management Systems
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
12.2019 - 06.2024
Detachment Superintendent
01.2016 - 01.2018
Executive Office Administrator
01.2015 - 01.2016
Senior Human Resources Supervisor
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) - Human Resource Management
Wayland Baptist University
Master of Arts (M.A.) - International Relations and Diplomacy
Schiller International University
HONORS & DISTINCTIONS
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year
Personnel Manager of the Year,
U.S. Air Force Commendation Award