Mohammad Akram Farahmand
Human Resource Officer
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Recruiter skilled at training professionals and filling vacancies each month. Strong planner, problem-solver and administrator with focused and dedicated approach to meeting hiring needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
HR Recruiter
Lincoln Industries
Lincoln, NE
03.2022 - Current
- Provided over 20 orientation in less than three months
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Held special onboarding sessions for new talent
- Lead company liaison and outreach to refugee community in coordination with local agencies (LFS, CSS, Lincoln Asian Center)
- Assist with the on-boarding process (currently twice per week)
- Work closely with Vice President on insurance and liability for driver's and company
- Manage Lincoln Industries transportation program, including payroll deductions and management and demand coordination of routes (including other Lincoln Industries people)
- Handle transportation contingency plans, including back-up driving if necessary.
- Manage and submit drivers' expense, reports, payments for transportation related expenses.
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Consulted businesses on successful recruiting and retention practices to help minimize turnover.
- Maintained filing system of current, prospective and future positions.
- Verified applicant references and employment details.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
Contract Manager
World Bank (WB) And Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Kabul
04.2018 - 08.2021
- Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms.
- Designed concepts notes for various projects, including pre-feasibility analysis, structure tender documents, (RFQ and RFP), designing the procurement tender process, selecting the preferred bidders
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
- Compiled required documentation to keep contracts compliant with the World Bank and ADB law requirements
- Maintained Global Public Procurement Database (GPPD) database for with contract, vendor and customer information.
- Managed, supervised and controlled execution of contracts ranging from $30 million to $ 50 million
- Negotiated and administered leasing and service contracts for agriculture and construction businesses.
- Onboarded and trained new staff to keep team efficient and prepare team members to effectively handle demands of simultaneous and large-scale contracts.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Events Manager
International Fund For Agricultural Development
Kabul
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Hired and cross-trained staff members for various event-specific functions and assessed employees' understanding of associated processes and procedures.
- Arranged over six national AGFAIR events in the country
- arranged and managed over 4 AGFAIR events
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Selected and ordered refreshments, decor and event materials.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.
- Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
- Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing plans to generate event revenue.
- Prepared invitations to send out to guest lists.
- Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
Human Resources Specialist
Samer Baharak Company
Kabul
03.2007 - 06.2009
- Supported talent acquisition and allocation procedures by facilitating targeted recruitment campaigns.
- Conducted check-ins with employees to assess workplace health and personnel engagement.
- Coordinated employee placements and administrative details.
- Supervised job interviews and conducted exit surveys to verify compliance with HR best practices.
- Processed paperwork and hiring details for promotions and lateral position changes.
- Served as representative in various civic and community functions to further enhance company image and develop additional business.
- Accurately prepared weekly payroll and tracking data using excel database.
Education
Master of Arts - Business Economics
Pune University, Fergusson College of India
Pune, India 08.2009 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Al-Bironi University
Kabul, Afghanistan 03.2001 - 08.2005
Diploma in International Relations - International Relations And Affairs
Abed Inamder Senior College of Arts And Commerce
Pune, India 08.2010 - 04.2011
Skills
Business requirements understanding
Background checking
Candidate pipeline management
Excel spreadsheets
Resume uploading
Human resources policies
Contracting
Contract Negotiation
Job fairs planning
Talent management
New hire training
Administrative support
Timeline
HR Recruiter
Lincoln Industries
03.2022 - Current
Contract Manager
World Bank (WB) And Asian Development Bank (ADB)
04.2018 - 08.2021
Events Manager
International Fund For Agricultural Development
05.2016 - 01.2018
Diploma in International Relations - International Relations And Affairs
Abed Inamder Senior College of Arts And Commerce
08.2010 - 04.2011
Master of Arts - Business Economics
Pune University, Fergusson College of India
08.2009 - 05.2012
Human Resources Specialist
Samer Baharak Company
03.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Al-Bironi University
03.2001 - 08.2005