Anita Earaly Varghese, GROUP HR & ADMIN MANAGER

Anita Earaly Varghese

GROUP HR & ADMIN MANAGER

ACICO INDUSTRIES

Location
Kuwait - Al Kuwait
Education
Master's degree, Business Administration
Experience
16 years, 11 Months

Share My Profile

Block User


Work Experience

Total years of experience :16 years, 11 Months

GROUP HR & ADMIN MANAGER at ACICO INDUSTRIES
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • My current job since December 2019

Oversee and review the organizational structures and provide strategic advice to ACICO Group top management in areas related to organizational restructuring and while leading such initiatives in line with the company's overall strategic direction. Review HR Policies on annual basis and provide recommendation to the top management regarding the improvement of procedures and practices to reflect latest market trends, and recent laws regulations. Review and approve the consolidated manpower plan for all ACICO Group's companies and Business Units and oversee the annual recruitment plan to meet the set manpower requirements. Direct the training and development activities and ensure providing the required leadership trainings for the Executive Level and key positions within ACICO Group. Oversee the development and implementation of a performance management framework and cycle to ensure the contribution of outcomes and results to the achievement of ACICO Group strategies. Direct the annual review, preparation and administration of the company's salary and reward strategies to ensure the structuring and implementation of competitive packages in line with market salary and reward trends to retain and attract qualified talents. Lead the development of ACICO Group incentive schemes in coordination with the Group's top management. Review statistical reports pertaining to the overall turnover rates and employee number in each department in order to ensure proper manpower mapping/ planning which contributes to the achievement of ACICO Group's business direction. Lead interviews with Executive Level candidates and provide advice to the top management accordingly. Page 2 of 5 Oversee the facilities management and security activities to ensure effective maintenance and repairs are implemented and maintain a safe environment for employees at ACICO Group. Oversee all the Health, Safety, Security and Environment related support provided to ACICO Group Business Units and direct the development of safety leading procedures in light of international best practices and standards while administering the Occupational Health and Safety System Planning and its implementation. Ensure proper update of all requirements related to work permits, visas, licenses, etc. in compliance with applicable government regulations. Maintain effective relationships with public servant officials to expedite processing of government administrative issues. Key Accomplishments:
•Employees accounts in all companies reconciled which was not while I rejoined.
•Processed performance appraisals for all companies based on measurable KPI's
•Updated Employee Handbook and PowerPoint tools for employee onboarding.
•Gap Analysis to Board was submitted and actions were taken.
•HR Automation done for many processes. Still ongoing.
•Many statistical reports were presented to new Board Members.
•Scientific way of succession planning materials prepared.
•The exodus of manpower during corona managed by bulk recruitment of laborers.
•Corona awareness are done across all companies/ camps hand in hand with HSSE and employees were taken care off and avoided spread

Senior HR Manager at Gulf Nations for Construction Company
  • Kuwait - Al Ahmadi
  • February 2018 to November 2019

Responsible and accountable for managing the overall operations of company's HR department including Talent acquisition Talent Management HR operations and Administration. Acted as a strategic business partner.
Key Accomplishments
• Head hunted all the required talents to install the plant and commissioned on time.
• Established HR policies, programs, values for a newly established company.
• Established a positive and collaborative work environment.

GROUP HR OPERATIONS MANAGER at ACICO INDUSTRIES
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • August 2008 to November 2017

Develop and implement strategies for enhancement of Human Resources at Acico, including policy planning and creation, departmental strategy formulation, objective setting, staff and management training, and oversight of all policy implementation efforts. Serve as principal manpower planner in coordination with managers. Continually review employee performance and assess progress as an operations leader. In charge of employee compensation and benefit schedules, monthly payroll, promotions, and finances. Direct new staff training and orientation. Master conflict resolution specialist. Spearhead recruiting and selection of staff. Serve in an administrative capacity to negotiate travel plans, generate attendance reports, review HR workflows, and various other documentation and reports. Page 5 Key Accomplishments:
•Graded employees and performed evaluations throughout tenure.
•Processed performance appraisals for all companies and ensured bonus was distributed per score.
•Developed and drafted Employee Handbook and PowerPoint tools for employee onboarding.
•Demobilized 3000+ employees at the Dubai Unit, including development of policy structures and implementation oversight.
•Received commendation from CEO for outstanding performance with regards to crisis management.

HR IN CHARGE at REFRIGERATION INDUSTRIES AND STORAGE COMPANY
  • Kuwait
  • April 2007 to July 2008

Drove Human Resource operations with responsibility for 1375 staff, developing policy and procedure, and effectively interfacing with internal and external clients. Further defined job roles for staff and provided vital assistance in the staffing and sourcing process. Led searches for executives and liaised with headhunters to match role requirements to individuals. Key Accomplishments:
•Designed and developed the job descriptions for all the positions of the company highlighting the key performance & key result areas. Worked alongside Senior Managers.
•Took the charge of passport unit too to have better co-ordination between HRD and passport unit and achieved the key result as "Nil penalty" for the passport unit.

Education

Master's degree, Business Administration
  • at IGNOU
  • December 2008

Masters In Business Administration With Specialisation in HR & Marketing

Higher diploma, Human Resource Management
  • at IGNOU
  • December 1996

P.G.Diploma in Human Resource Management

Master's degree, Business Economics
  • at University Of Kerala
  • April 1992

Masters in Economics

Specialties & Skills

compensation & benefits
Recruitment
Performance Management
HR Management
Employee Relations
Performance Appraisal
Operational HR
Payroll
Organizational Development
APPRAISALS
MANAGEMENT
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
ONBOARDING
OPERATIONS
PLANNING
MANAGEMENT TRAINING
OBJECTIVE SETTING
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
WORKFLOWS
Performance Management
Teamwork
HR Transformation
Time Management

Social Profiles

Personal Website
Personal Website

URL removed due to policy violation. Please contact support for further information.

Languages

English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Advanced Compensation & Benefits (Training)
Training Institute:
Flemming

Hobbies

  • Participation during a crisis
    Got appreciation from CEO of Acico Industries for my effective participation during a crisis