Vanessa Parra
@vanessaparra
Human Resources Leader with expertise in IT recruitment and project management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Human Resources Leader with a background in Psychology and Project Management. My experience spans various roles in recruitment and personnel management, where I have successfully implemented HR departments and optimized recruitment processes. I thrive in collaborative environments, leading interdisciplinary teams to achieve organizational goals.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to analyze information and communicate persuasively. My achievements include increasing recruitment efficiency by 50% and reducing staff turnover significantly. I am committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing employee welfare through strategic HR initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior IT Recruiter
Freelance
Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Responsible for recruitment and selection processes including job postings, resume screening, technical assessments, and interviews. Focused on finding the right candidates for IT positions.
Senior IT Recruiter
Variacode
Feb 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 7 months)
Led recruitment and selection for IT roles, managing job postings, resume evaluations, technical tests, and interviews to ensure a strong candidate pipeline.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Yuxi Global
Jul 2021 - Jan 2022 (6 months)
Focused on IT recruitment, including resume prescreening and reporting to identify top talent for the organization.
IT Recruiter
Endrock
Oct 2020 - Jul 2021 (9 months)
Managed recruitment processes for IT positions, including job postings, resume evaluations, and prescreening to ensure effective hiring.
HR Partner
TeConnecta
Dec 2017 - Jul 2019 (1 year 7 months)
Oversaw recruitment and selection processes, including job descriptions, psychometric assessments, and employee onboarding for HR services.
Human Resources and Occupational Health Leader
Demand Frontier
Jul 2016 - Aug 2017 (1 year 1 month)
Led HR functions including recruitment, compensation administration, employee onboarding, and occupational health initiatives.
Human Resources Specialist
Demand Frontier
Jul 2016 - Feb 2017 (7 months)
Implemented HR department processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee welfare initiatives.
Human Resources Coordinator
Donna Lingerie Ltda.
Apr 2014 - May 2016 (2 years 1 month)
Managed recruitment, onboarding, and employee management processes, focusing on welfare and performance evaluation.
Social Coordinator
Medellin Government
Feb 2007 - Mar 2014 (7 years 1 month)
Designed and executed road projects, managing personnel and recruitment while providing social support to affected communities.
International Operator
Orbitel S.A.
Aug 2001 - Jan 2004 (2 years 5 months)
Handled international calls and managed client relations, ensuring effective communication and conflict resolution.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Eafit University
Certificate in Project Management, Project Management
2013 - 2014
Completed a program in Project Management, gaining skills in planning, executing, and managing projects effectively.
San Buenaventura University
Bachelor of Psychology, Psychology
2002 - 2007
Studied Psychology, focusing on various aspects of human behavior and mental processes, preparing for a career in Human Resources and Organizational Psychology.
Gimnasio Los Cedros
High School Diploma, High School
1987 - 2000
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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