Zein Osseiran
@zeinosseiran
Dynamic Learning and Development Specialist with a passion for employee engagement.
What I'm looking for
I am a Learning and Development Specialist with a Master's degree in Organisational and Occupational Psychology. My journey has been marked by a commitment to fostering supportive organizational cultures and enhancing employee engagement within the NGO sector. I pride myself on my exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, which allow me to connect with individuals at all levels and promote an inclusive workplace environment.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles that have honed my expertise in learning and development. At Majid Al Futtaim, I served as a Learning and Development Specialist, where I supported the deployment of company-wide learning initiatives. My previous experience as an Associate Consultant at Kincentric involved leadership assessment and development, focusing on succession planning and competency development. I am passionate about creating environments that inspire collaboration, resilience, and personal growth among staff.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Learning and Development Specialist
Majid Al Futtaim - Holding
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Supported the deployment of company-wide learning activations and academies. Directed and deployed initial and ongoing evaluations and metrics for success within the Learning and Leadership Center of Excellence.
Associate Programme Manager
Majid Al Futtaim - Global Solutions
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)
Managed learning offerings and built program success for three schools of thought: School of Leadership, School of Great Moments, and the School of Analytics and Technology. Supported the Leadership Institute.
Associate Consultant
Kincentric (Spencer Stuart Star Consulting)
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Specialized in leadership assessment and development, supporting projects related to succession pipelining and competency development. Worked on culture and engagement projects, focusing on evaluating intervention efficacy.
Teaching Assistant
St. Christopher's School
Jan 2020 - Jun 2020 (5 months)
Assisted Year 3 students with a special focus on group work and children with special needs. Supported the learning environment for young students.
Volunteer Social Media Officer
It Gets Brighter
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Increased mental health awareness through social media presence on Instagram. Managed social media content for the organization.
Volunteer English Teacher
Dream Workers Association
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)
Taught English to underprivileged Bahraini children. Utilized motivation and non-traditional methods for learning and development.
Education
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University of Surrey
MSc, Organisational & Occupational Psychology
2021 - 2022
Activities and societies: Courses BPS accredited
Completed a Master of Science degree in Organisational and Occupational Psychology. The program was accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
University of Reading
BSc, Psychology
2018 - 2021
Activities and societies: Courses BPS accredited
Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. The curriculum was accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
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