Ameena wazir
@ameenawazir
Experienced HR professional specializing in recruitment and talent management.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience in full-cycle recruitment and talent management. My career highlights include successfully recruiting over 800 candidates and filling executive-level positions with an average salary exceeding $150K. I have a proven track record of enhancing HR operations across multiple countries, including Yemen, Senegal, and Pakistan, while ensuring compliance with local labor laws.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to capacity building and employee relations, guiding HR teams through emergency situations and conducting audits to improve organizational effectiveness. My expertise in developing training programs has significantly improved employee engagement and performance, making me a valuable asset to any organization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global People & Culture Executive
Human Appeal UK
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
As a Technical HR Advisor, I oversee HR operations for field offices in Yemen, Senegal, Pakistan, and Tanzania. My responsibilities included capacity building, emergency response, employee relations, and conducting HR audits for the assigned field offices.
Global HR Business Partner
Fueling Brains Academy
Jan 2023 - Aug 2023 (7 months)
I led financial services recruitment, achieving an 85% offer-to-hire rate, and pioneered the company's first HR and Montessori certified teacher apprenticeship program in Pakistan. I also developed comprehensive training plans, improving employee engagement and performance.
HR – Business Partner
Fueling Brains Ed-Tech Organization
Jun 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 6 months)
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I played a key role in launching Fueling Brains, a new online learning platform, and recruited a diverse team of over 100 employees across various industries and locations. I focused on executive-level positions, successfully filling roles with an average salary exceeding $150K per year.
HR Manager
Kids-U ELC (Canada)
Apr 2018 - May 2020 (2 years 1 month)
I spearheaded the entire recruitment process at Kids U, a leading Early Learning Center chain with 10 campuses across Canada, developing comprehensive job descriptions and streamlining applicant selection. I also implemented and maintained a robust HR information system utilizing BambooHR, 1Core, and Advance Tracker.
Protocol Officer / Executive Assistant
Libya Embassy - Islamabad, PK
Feb 2014 - Nov 2015 (1 year 9 months)
I served as the Ambassador's Personal and Confidential Secretary, managing embassy protocol matters and guiding leadership on cultural etiquette. I also organized appointments, travel arrangements, and meeting logistics for Libyan staff and official visitors.
Teacher
Roots School System
Jul 2011 - Feb 2012 (7 months)
I taught computer skills to elementary school students and prepared them for various competitions. I also built strong relationships with students and their parents, and created and managed social media content for school events.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National Defense University
Master of Science, Leadership and Management Studies
Studied leadership and management principles, focusing on strategic decision-making and organizational development. Gained expertise in various aspects of leadership within complex environments.
Islamabad College for Girls
Bachelor of Arts, Arts
Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree. Focused on foundational academic subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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