Mohamed Karifa CONDE
Summary
Dynamic leader with 15 years of experience in project management and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to engage stakeholders and implement successful projects in multicultural environments, fostering strong relationships with government entities and ensuring adherence to local regulations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Advisor of the Managing Director
ARSPA
04.2023 - Current
- Gaming Regulatory Authority and Similar Practices. Rep of Guinea.
- Guided implementation of technical solutions, improving operational workflows.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve customer inquiries, enhancing service quality.
- Created training materials for staff on new technologies, facilitating smoother adoption.
Consultant and Country Manager
Agemar Group Ltd
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Led project implementation and established Agemar UK's subsidiary in the Republic of Guinea.
- Developed and executed strategy for effective cooperation between Agemar and stakeholders.
- Cultivated strong relationships between Agemar and the Guinean State.
- Ensured compliance with regulations in Republic of Guinea.
- Executed immigration procedures efficiently.
- Acquired necessary legal documents such as certificates, licenses, permits, and authorizations.
- Recruitment and management of the local workforce according to the requirements of the Labour Code in the Republic of Guinea.
Manager and co-chair
Africa Business Solution for investment and Development
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed consulting and interim firm specializing in business and investment support; designed risk center, private sector support fund, and inter-company credit concept for Republic of Guinea.
- Led project for constructing 16 crossing structures in the Republic of Guinea in collaboration with China Railway 14th Bureau Group.
- Conducted study and implemented gold mining project for Guinee Mining & TP and Azur Guinee, focusing on production efficiency improvements.
- Executed study and implementation of first ship hull cleaning technology 'Hullwipper' through Agemar project in Republic of Guinea.
Government Relations Advisor
Ackermann Group Holding Limited
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Established strong partnership with Guinean government, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and policies.
- Recruited and managed internal and external environmental professionals to reduce environmental exposures and secure required environmental permits timely, aligning with project delivery plan.
- Provide sound advice to management regarding compliance with application procedures and obtaining operating or concession licenses.
- Provide advice to the project team regarding important environmental management considerations, permitting approaches, and strategies for engaging external stakeholders.
- Managed and monitored payment of all mining taxes related to license, including surface area taxes, community taxes, corporate taxes, and labor taxes.
Head of Training and Development Department
GRMN Holdings SA
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Developed training plan validated by department heads to align with organizational goals.
- Established partnerships with training institutions to enhance employee access to relevant learning resources.
- Implementation of Key Performance Indicators for good monitoring.
- Assessed impact of training and awareness programs on employee performance outcomes.
- Produce training reports and make them available for supervisors of each department.
- Collect TNA Training Needs Analysis from supervisors of each department based on employees' goals and career plans.
- Evaluated the requirements for human, material, and financial resources.
- Development and presentation of the training budget for validation.
- Establish the annual training schedule and send to supervisors.
- Ensure the proper management of training at the level of the training coordinator and trainers.
- Provide service partners with key metrics for assessing their employees' development needs.
- Advise subcontractors on adapting HR practices to project purposes.
- Present awareness modules to subcontractors on their rights and duties.
- Ensure the management and monitoring of the development plan and the performance of my team.
- Implementation of a policy for internship management.
- Monitored and documented internship development.
Training Officer
Simfer S.A.
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Delivered training sessions on RioTinto standards and compliance.
- Led the rollout of the RioTinto Standards and Compliance System and the reporting of management training data.
- Oversaw standards and compliance modules using LMS database in Prospect, ensuring alignment with organizational requirements.
- Promoted awareness of company values, integrity, anti-corruption measures, and workplace harassment policies among employees.
- Monitoring of the completion rate and progress of the Simandou business unit.
- Manage or report all cases of error or non-compliance with the Internal Control, compliance and legal department.
- Delivered compliance reports weekly, monthly, and yearly to the Managing Director.
- Managed internship processes including recruitment, evaluation, payroll, and certificate issuance, fostering effective internship experiences.
- Development of the new internship management policy.
- Implementation of the new intern recruitment process.
- Establishment of the Simandou internships address for the efficient management of internship offers and requests.
- Served as primary liaison for disaster recovery planning efforts.
- Participated as a member of the RioTinto Group.
Health, Safety, Environment and Community Training Officer
Simfer S.A.
06.2010 - 01.2013
- Completion of the update of the 2009-2010 training plan for Simfer employees and subcontractors.
- Built a close cooperation between Simfer and the Ministries in charge of Education and Vocational Training (two government commissions have been established for this purpose).
- Carrying out the evaluation of all universities and vocational training centers in Guinea.
- Monitored and described implementation of cooperation strategy between Simfer and Guinean universities and vocational training centers to enhance training alignment.
- Realization of the TNA, the analysis of the training needs of Simfer staff and subcontractors.
- Tracking employees whose training courses have expired and scheduling renewal sessions.
- Led deployment of 'Intuition' learning management system to streamline training processes and improve accessibility for staff.
- General administrator and trainer of the database of HSEC incident, accident or other event reports. 'Incontrol.'
- Led the deployment of the 'Incontrol' Health and Safety Management System.
- Led the deployment of the Training Management System (LRN).
- Development of the internship management policy.
- Participate in the implementation of the recruitment procedure for interns.
- Managed framework for internship opportunities, facilitating connections between interns and departments to support workforce development.
- Member of the RioTinto Group
Trainee in the Training Department
Simfer S.A.
11.2009 - 05.2010
- Collaborated with teams in Rio Tinto Group to successfully complete project goals.
- Facilitated daily operations while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Managed inventory and organized stock to support team efficiency.
- Operated machinery and equipment while following operational guidelines.
Intern to Human Resources department
FAO
04.2008 - 04.2008
- Led recruitment process, managed payroll, maintained contract attendance records, handled employee relations, and developed training plans to support HR operations.
- Food and Agriculture Organization
- Assisted in research projects on sustainable agriculture practices.
- Collaborated with team members to create educational materials for farmers, enhancing their knowledge on sustainable practices.
- Organized workshops to promote food security initiatives, increasing community engagement and awareness.
Intern at the Managing Direction
BICIGUI
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Managed accounts, opened new customer accounts, validated cash register processes, and handled cash management.
- International Bank for Trade and Industry in Guinea
- Coordinated logistics for events promoting financial literacy among local youth.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials for community outreach programs.
- Supported staff in organizing workshops on entrepreneurship and business development.
Intern in the Logistics and supply chain Department
CBG
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Managed PR and PO processes across departments, handled electronic and physical inventory, planned management control missions, purchased services for local contracts and expats, and oversaw contractor management to ensure seamless operations.
- Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinée
- Supported team by executing daily project tasks and providing operational assistance to maintain workflow.
- Coordinated meetings and organized project documentation to enhance team efficiency and communication.
- Conducted research to support strategic initiatives and presentations.
Education
Management and Stakeholder Engagement
McGill University Georgetown School of Business
Washington, DC01-2014
ITL Introduction to the Leadership Program -
Rep. of Guinea01-2013
Defensive Driving Training Certificate -
Frontier Medex
01-2012
TapRoot Training Certificate - Incident Root Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
System Improvement, Inc.
Canada01-2011
General Health and Safety Training Certificate - Measure Service Intervention
SIM Canada
01-2011
Training Certificate - Efficient Communication
ATS
01-2010
Training Certificate - Business Planning and Control
ATS
01-2010
Lean Champion Certificate - Human Resources Department Training
Business Improvement Department at Riotinto Simfer SA
Rep. of Guinea01-2010
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
ISCAEG (Higher Institute of and Business Administration)
Rep. of Guinea01-2004
Skills
- Project management
- Stakeholder management
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Health and Safety Management System
- Financial management
- Budget control
- Business development
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Learning Management System
- Effective communication
- Negotiation
- Training needs analysis
- Data analysis
- Networking strategies
- Operational strategy
- Time management
- Control and Monitoring System
Main Quality
- Leadership abilities
- Dynamic
- Efficiency
- Good analytical, synthesis and writing skills
- Good communication skills
- Relevant experience working in multicultural environments
Experience Years
15
Computer Tools
- Ms Office Pack (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access)
- SHARP VISION (Control and Monitoring System)
- INX Data base: Intuition (Learning Management System)
- Infligth (Travel and Accommodation Management System)
- Incontrol (HSE incident report Management System)
- LRN (Compliance Module Management)
- LMS (Training System Management)
- SAP (Application for Business Solutions and Management Control)
- Proactis
- Marcam (Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Services Application)
Publications
- Internship Report: Management of Local Contracts and Expats CBG Cases, 2006
- Thesis at the end of the study: Methods of Drawing Up Budgets: CBG Cases, 2008
References
- Mamadou Cissé, Cissem2004@gmail.com; mamadou.cisse@arsjpa.gov.gn, +224621099984
- Leo King William (Agemar UK), leoking@agemar-ship.co.uk, (+44)7341738761
- Diallo Abdoulaye (Former Co-worker at Riotinto), abdoul111@hotmail.com, (+1)4388331349
- Sherif Amara (Former Co-worker at Riotinto), amarasherif@gmail.com, (+224) 622 35 04 73
- Maria Spiliopoulos (Managing Director GRMN), maria@mt2holdings@gmail.com, (224) 626 78 78 78
- Colins Ikin (Managing Director Ackermann Group), colins.ikin@Ackernanngroup.com, +61 448 334 05
Languages
Fairly Good written and oral skills, Fluently
Area Of Intervention
- Budget Implementation and management system
- Industrial Management Control
- Human Resources, Training and Development (HSEC & Compliance)
- Budgeting and Finance
- Risk Management Process and Analysis
- Control and monitoring
Areas Of Interest
Seeking Partners to Invest in Guinea (Mining sector, Education, Agrobusiness, Health, Constructions and infrastructures, Technology and AI, Learning and Development, Business Trip)
Timeline
Technical Advisor of the Managing Director
ARSPA
04.2023 - Current
Consultant and Country Manager
Agemar Group Ltd
11.2020 - 02.2023
Manager and co-chair
Africa Business Solution for investment and Development
01.2019 - 12.2019
Government Relations Advisor
Ackermann Group Holding Limited
01.2018 - 12.2019
Head of Training and Development Department
GRMN Holdings SA
01.2016 - 05.2018
Training Officer
Simfer S.A.
01.2013 - 12.2016
Health, Safety, Environment and Community Training Officer
Simfer S.A.
06.2010 - 01.2013
Trainee in the Training Department
Simfer S.A.
11.2009 - 05.2010
Intern to Human Resources department
FAO
04.2008 - 04.2008
Intern at the Managing Direction
BICIGUI
01.2007 - 12.2007
Intern in the Logistics and supply chain Department
CBG
01.2006 - 12.2006
Management and Stakeholder Engagement
McGill University Georgetown School of Business
ITL Introduction to the Leadership Program -
Defensive Driving Training Certificate -
Frontier Medex
TapRoot Training Certificate - Incident Root Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
System Improvement, Inc.
General Health and Safety Training Certificate - Measure Service Intervention
SIM Canada
Training Certificate - Efficient Communication
ATS
Training Certificate - Business Planning and Control
ATS
Lean Champion Certificate - Human Resources Department Training
Business Improvement Department at Riotinto Simfer SA
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
ISCAEG (Higher Institute of and Business Administration)