Banumathy Sivakumar
@banumathysivakumar
Senior HR & OD Professional with 19+ years of experience in HR management.
What I'm looking for
A Senior HR & OD Professional with over 19 years of rich and varied experience in human resource management and organizational learning & development. Certified as an HRMP by the HR Certification Institute, USA, and holding multiple certifications in leadership coaching, strategic performance management, and psychotherapy counseling.
Proven expertise in designing and implementing effective talent development strategies, facilitating leadership development programs, and utilizing assessment tools for employee development. Experienced in organizational development initiatives, including talent transformation and competency development, with a strong focus on measurable outcomes using Kirkpatrick’s model and cost-benefit analysis.
Adept at coaching and mentoring senior leaders, HR professionals, and individuals for professional and personal growth. Skilled in business development, strategic HR consulting, and managing global onboarding learning projects. A recipient of multiple awards for outstanding contributions to HR and learning & development initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Consultant
Valuecreate Consulting
Mar 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 10 months)
Provided strategic training interventions and facilitated leadership training programs for high-performance teams in IT and RPO sectors. Developed and delivered programs focusing on behavioral skills, teamwork, and effective communication, leading to improved team performance.
Learning and Development Partner
Microsoft
Aug 2021 - Mar 2022 (7 months)
Managed global onboarding learning projects for new sales and technical professionals. Responsible for project management, facilitator allocation, and customizing content based on stakeholder feedback.
Learning Management Consultant
Logixhealth
Jun 2019 - Mar 2020 (9 months)
Designed and delivered leadership coaching and behavioral training programs. Focused on talent transformation and competency development for senior leaders and HR professionals.
Senior Manager - Learning and Development
emids Technologies
Jul 2015 - Jul 2017 (2 years)
Led the Learning and Development function, strategizing HR solutions and executing organizational development initiatives. Focused on leadership development and competency-based training interventions.
Manager - Learning & Capability Building
ITC Infotech Ltd.
Apr 2011 - Jun 2015 (4 years 2 months)
Managed learning and organizational development training operations, facilitating competency-based assessment centers and implementing digital training solutions.
Program Management
Symphony Services
Apr 2010 - Nov 2011 (1 year 7 months)
Supported technology development service lines through program management and training interventions. Conducted training needs identification and facilitated training for freshers.
Freelance Training/ HR Consultant
Self Employed
Oct 2008 - Jan 2010 (1 year 3 months)
Provided freelance training and consultancy services in HR and organizational development for IT and ITES companies, focusing on behavioral skills and learning impact consultation.
Manager - Training & Development
SuperValu Software Services
Feb 2008 - Oct 2008 (8 months)
Managed the learning and development function, identifying training needs and implementing role-based development programs. Promoted online learning systems and measured training effectiveness.
Training Manager
FCG Software Services
Dec 2005 - Dec 2007 (1 year 11 months)
Led training initiatives for fresh engineers, implementing training life cycle management and various assessment methods. Coordinated with business units for training initiatives.
Senior Associate - People Development
Philips Software Centre
Jan 1999 - Apr 2006 (7 years 3 months)
Involved in planning and executing organization-specific training programs. Managed training audits and assessments, and launched individual learning plans.
Human Resource Executive Assistant
Concorde Motors Ltd
Jan 1998 - Apr 1999 (1 year 3 months)
Assisted in setting up HR internal policies and processes, and introduced exit formalities across business units, receiving appreciation from management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Master's, Counselling Psychology
Completed a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, focusing on psychological principles and practices to support individuals in personal and professional development.
Madurai Kamaraj University
MBA, Human Resource Management
Earned a Master's degree in Human Resource Management, emphasizing strategic HR practices and organizational behavior.
Madurai Kamaraj University
Master's, Public Administration
Completed a Master's degree in Public Administration, focusing on governance, public policy, and administration.
GGHS
Diploma, Vocational Practice
Obtained a Diploma in Vocational Practice, providing foundational skills for vocational training and practice.
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