austhin madavane
@austhinmadavane
Experienced HR Director skilled in organizational transformation and talent management.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate HR professional with extensive experience in human resource management, organizational development, and strategic planning. My career has been marked by a commitment to driving impactful organizational initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and foster talent development. I have successfully led HR processes across multiple regions, including Asia, Europe, Canada, and the US, demonstrating my versatility and ability to adapt to diverse business environments.
In my current role as Senior HR Director at Genesee and Wyoming, I have re-engineered organizational processes to support growth, digitized HR workflows, and developed metrics that enhance decision-making. My previous experience as a Fractional Human Resources Director at WAZO.INC involved automating recruitment processes and implementing performance management systems that resulted in significant cost savings. I am dedicated to creating inclusive workplaces and have successfully developed DEI strategies that align with organizational goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior HR Director
Genesee and Wyoming
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Leading HR processes to support growth in Eastern Canada, ensuring compliance with local laws, digitizing workflows, and developing DEI and talent acquisition strategies.
Senior HR Consultant
HRWire
May 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)
Provided outsourced HR management to SMEs, implementing transformation strategies and establishing HR departments, focusing on organizational diagnostics and performance management.
Fractional Human Resources Director
WAZO.INC
Aug 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Supported HR growth for a pre-Series A startup, focusing on recruitment, onboarding automation, and policy compliance, achieving significant cost savings.
Talent Acquisition Consultant
ProventeRh
Mar 2019 - Apr 2019 (1 month)
Supported high-volume recruitment for technical positions, focusing on sourcing and filling hard-to-fill roles.
Talent Sourcer / Recruiter
ZENIKA BUSINESS CONSULTING
Sep 2018 - Jan 2019 (4 months)
Executed headhunting mandates for critical roles, managing the entire recruitment process from need identification to candidate presentation.
Academic Researcher
LUXOTTICA GROUP SpA
Mar 2013 - Aug 2013 (5 months)
Supported change management for a major project, focusing on employee engagement and behavior change strategies.
HR Business Partner
TOOTELO INNOVATION
May 2017 - May 2018 (1 year)
Developed HR strategies to attract and retain talent, significantly improving the recruitment process and integrating psychometric testing.
Sustainability & HR Advisor
ELLIO.INC
Sep 2015 - May 2017 (1 year 8 months)
Developed service offerings for sustainable development, facilitating workshops and delivering transformation roadmaps for SMEs.
Consultant in Corporate Communication
MAGMA DESIGN
Sep 2013 - Sep 2015 (2 years)
Executed communication strategies for major clients, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
Expatriate Program Manager
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL
Jun 2011 - Jun 2012 (1 year)
Managed emergency programs with significant budgets, coordinating with various stakeholders to implement projects effectively.
Expatriate Project Manager
ADER-RIES
Jun 2007 - Oct 2009 (2 years 4 months)
Led emergency programs focusing on organizational capacity building and community support post-disaster.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of California, Berkeley
Executive Education, Artificial Intelligence
2024 - 2024
Completed a 9-week course on Artificial Intelligence: Business Strategies and Applications, including a capstone project with industrial application.
Cranfield University
Master's degree, Environmental Affairs Management
2012 - 2013
Master's degree in Environmental Affairs Management, focusing on sustainable practices and policies to address environmental challenges.
IRIS'SUP
Master's degree, International Relations and Project Management
2006 - 2007
Master's degree in international relations and project management, emphasizing strategic planning and execution of international projects.
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Software and tools used professionally
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