Aya Sabbagh, Recruitment Planning

Aya Sabbagh

Recruitment Planning

Qatar Foundation.

Location
Qatar - Doha
Education
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Experience
6 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :6 years, 5 Months

Recruitment Planning at Qatar Foundation.
  • Qatar - Doha
  • January 2012 to October 2012

Report Directly to the Head of Recruitment Planning
Support Head of Recruitment Planning in identification of Manpower requirements, development of strong international network of recruitment agencies, budget control and developing policies & procedure.
Sourcing & shortlisting local & international candidates of all seniority levels for different departments and centers within/under QF.
Recruitment focal point for number of departments/ Centers processing all full time, temporary, freelance and trainees recruitment requests
Identifying directorates/ centers needs of Qatari National Trainees and assisting them to accomplish their Qatarization Plan.
The only focal point for Receiving CVs, filtering, shortlisting, interviewing, identifying, and processing recruitment requests of Qatari fresh graduates and junior Qatari Nationals to fill targeted positions.
Organizing & Participating in Career Fairs & Recruitment Campaigns.

Senior Recruitment Officer at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB)
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • August 2008 to February 2010

 Reviewing and updating Recruitment, Manpower Planning and Emiratization Policies, processes and procedures.
 Creating customized measures for internal process efficiency, internal customer satisfaction, contribution to business outcomes/ results and external partner performance.
 Planning and preparing Line Surveys on effectiveness of Recruitment Services.
 Participated in preparing Initial guidance materials on Selection Methodologies and developed Training Modules to refresh/ educate line management in recruitment and selection methodologies and processes.
 Assisting the Manpower Planning team and Department Heads in preparing the yearly budget and manpower plan.
 Creating and Updating Positions/ Hierarchies to match the budget and ongoing approved changes.
 Managing the proactive sourcing of candidates to facilitate the requirements of the Bank.
 Interviewing for senior roles on behalf of the HR department and making final recommendations.
 Developing and updating HR related internal requisition forms, checklists, applications and matrices.
 Part of the ADCB Alumni program; active management of re-hirable leavers through database, and working with Marketing to develop quarterly Alumni Newsletter.
 Performing Supplier pre-qualification/ re- qualification criteria matrix, to include performance and pricing elements, for agents, search firms and ‘tryout’ firms.
 Reviewing, ranking and selecting partners as preferred/ approved supplier(s) list(s) and ensuring Service Contracts in place to ensure coverage for all levels and specializations of business groups.
 Developing Business Relationship with group heads and line management.
 Part of Employee Engagement Program discussion group; analyzing surveys’ results, identifying problems, making recommendations, and following up on approved recommendations implementation.

Recruitment Consultant at Manpower Middle East
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • April 2008 to July 2008

 Obtaining correct job briefs from employers according to their requirements.
 Conducting CV searches on the company’s website.
 Conducting telephonic and personal interviews to candidates to determine if candidates are suitable for any current opening/s or for retention on the section database for the future.
 Screening and short listing candidates for vacancies.
 Providing the client with candidates’ professional and personality profiles.
 Educating and counseling candidate to help them succeed in interviews.
 Provide advice to clients/candidates on salary levels, trainings and career opportunities.
 Focusing on business development to increase portfolio and bring in new jobs for the section and the branch by initiating sales calls, research and networking.
 Retaining existing clients by providing an efficient and effective service at all times.
 Developing a closer working relationship to gain trust and confidence to promote business.
 Visiting new and existing clients to take face-to-face job descriptions of vacancies.
 Following up with clients to confirm suitability of short listed candidates.

Supervisor - Raw Materials & Inventory Department at ExxonMobil
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • July 2006 to March 2008

 Preparing job descriptions for all positions in the Raw Materials & Inventory Department.
 Liaising with the Human Resources department regarding vacancies in the Raw Materials & Inventory Department.
 Member of the Policy Review Team.
 Developing department internal processes and procedures.
 Conducting interviews together with the Division Manager for all positions in the department.
 Performing pre-appraisal meetings and submitting the results to the Division Manager as part of the appraisal exercise.
 Analyzing Raw Materials’ consumption and demand monthly as well as yearly.
 Preparing Raw Materials Plan for production monthly as well as yearly.
 Communicating Raw Materials analysis and Demand with Supply & Demand team.
 Contact point with Raw Material Suppliers locally and internationally.
 Preparing and Placing Purchase Orders with Raw Materials Sources

International Business Assistant at Belgacom International Carrier Services
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • February 2005 to June 2006

 Assisting Regional Director in scheduling candidates’ interviews.
 Providing orientation to new employees.
 Arranging and providing trainings to new employees.
 Assisting Regional Director in updating and maintaining personnel policies and procedures.
 Ensuring all types of employee allowances, benefits and reimbursement claims are processed efficiently.
 Managing International Accounts.
 Perform market research to maintain quality, performance and service level.

Dedicated Customer Professional at Sahm Technologies - EMMAR Properties
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • August 2004 to January 2005

 Analyzing and solving technical problems.
 Processing technical reports received from Field Engineers.
 Processing customers' calls and following up complains.
 Estimating services expenses and tariffs.
 Mastered HP OpenView Software for IT management purposes.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
  • at American University of Sharjah
  • June 2004

Specialties & Skills

Professional Services Management
HR Strategy
Partner Recruitment
Creating Processes
Selection Processes
Interviewing Skills

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Behavioral Competency Workshop (Training)
Training Institute:
ADCB In-house Training
Date Attended:
March 2009
Competency Based Interview Skill Workshop (Training)
Training Institute:
Arabian Assessments & Development Center
Date Attended:
May 2012
Customer Service Training (Training)
Training Institute:
ADCB In-house Training
Date Attended:
December 2009
Job Analysis and Job Description Writing Workshop (Training)
Training Institute:
Meirc Training & Consulting
Date Attended:
April 2012