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Karl Chahda, Human Resources Manager

Karl Chahda

Human Resources Manager·SOGELEC Iskan

Qatar

Bachelor's degree, Human Resources

Work experience

Total years of experience: 15 years, 4 months

Human Resources Manager

August 2023 - Present

SOGELEC Iskan

Doha, Qatar

August 2023 - Present

• Directed end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes in collaboration with hiring managers, ensuring selection of high-quality talent and smooth workforce
integration.
• Led employee relations, resolving grievances and workplace issues while fostering a positive and compliant work environment.
• Administered accurate and timely payroll processing in coordination with Finance, ensuring WPS compliance and zero salary delays.
• Implemented and oversaw performance appraisal systems, driving goal alignment, employee development, and improved organizational performance.
• Acted as a strategic HR partner to management, supporting policy implementation, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives.
Company industry:
Construction & Building

Senior HR Business Partner

January 2018 - June 2023

MEEZA, QSTP-LLC, Qatar Foundation

Doha, Qatar

January 2018 - June 2023

• Led full-spectrum HR operations, revamping HR policies and developing strategic HR roadmaps to enhance workforce planning and utilization.
• Partnered with Department Heads and Line Managers to implement policies, support employee development, and prepare annual workforce plans and budgets.
• Developed and managed global staffing frameworks, overseeing international recruitment, expatriate support, and global mobility programs.
• Collaborated with business leaders to identify workforce requirements and ensure effective talent acquisition aligned with organizational goals.
• Designed and implemented structured onboarding programs to support seamless integration of global hires.
• Ensured HR compliance with ISO standards by coordinating with the Director of Audit, Risk & Standards and senior leadership to successfully meet audit objectives.
Company industry:
IT Services

Acting HR Director

September 2021 - March 2022

MEEZA, QSTP-LLC, Qatar Foundation

Doha, Qatar

September 2021 - March 2022

• Led a team of six, reporting directly to the COO, and provided strategic HR support to Chiefs and Directors to drive a high-performance, quality-focused culture.
• Established and structured a comprehensive HR function, streamlining recruitment, payroll, performance management, training, and retention processes.
• Developed and applied KPIs and performance management systems, conducting regular trainings to enhance overall business performance.
• Reduced employee turnover by addressing workplace concerns proactively, mediating disputes, and promoting an employee-focused approach aligned with company
policies.
Company industry:
IT Services

HR Business Partner

January 2016 - December 2017

MEEZA, QSTP-LLC, Qatar Foundation

Doha, Qatar

January 2016 - December 2017

• Directed the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, selection, hiring, workforce mobilization, onboarding, and exit processes, ensuring timely and effective talent
acquisition.
• Revamped recruitment strategies by optimizing job advertisements and utilizing digital and traditional sourcing channels; actively participated in interviews to
strengthen selection outcomes.
• Coordinated with international recruitment consultants to secure qualified talent and meet organizational staffing needs on time.
• Developed and implemented structured HR policies, procedures, and templates matched with business objectives, improving operational efficiency.
• Supervised performance systems and conducted regular audits to ensure compliance and effectiveness. Reduced employee turnover through exit interviews,
proactive issue resolution, and employee-focused conflict management in conjunction with company policies.
Company industry:
IT Services

Senior HR Coordinator

January 2011 - December 2015

MEEZA, QSTP-LLC, Qatar Foundation

Doha, Qatar

January 2011 - December 2015

• Supported the HR Director in managing training and development, recruitment, employee welfare programs (including medical insurance), and performance
management processes.
• Promoted a positive work environment while ensuring supervisory practices aligned with company policies and applicable labor laws.
• Prepared regular staffing reports, workforce forecasts, and leave records to support effective manpower planning and diversity objectives.
• Maintained updated job descriptions and managed performance evaluation processes, supporting promotions, transfers, bonuses, and other HR administrative
functions.
Company industry:
IT Services

Education

Notre Dame University

August 2011

August 2011

Bachelor's degree, Human Resources

Lebanon

College of the North Atlantic

December 2007

December 2007

Diploma, Human Resources

Qatar

Skills

Conflict Resolution
Expert
Conflict Resolution
Expert
Talent Acquisition
Expert
Talent Acquisition
Expert
Human Resources
Expert
Human Resources
Expert
Organizational Development
Expert
Organizational Development
Expert
Employee Relations
Expert
Employee Relations
Expert
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Intermediate
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Intermediate
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
WRITING
Intermediate
WRITING
Intermediate
FIRST AID
Intermediate
FIRST AID
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COORDINATING
Intermediate
COORDINATING
Intermediate
ONBOARDING STRATEGIES
Intermediate
ONBOARDING STRATEGIES
Intermediate
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Intermediate
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Intermediate
TALENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
TALENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
COMMUNICATIONS
Intermediate
Employee Relations
Expert
Employee Relations
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
Teamwork
Expert
Analytical Skills
Expert
Analytical Skills
Expert
HR Strategy Planning, Development & Implementation
Expert
HR Strategy Planning, Development & Implementation
Expert
Processes Enhancement
Expert
Processes Enhancement
Expert
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Full Recruitment Life-cycle
Expert
Full Recruitment Life-cycle
Expert
Succession & Workforce Planning
Expert
Succession & Workforce Planning
Expert
Critical Thinking
Expert
Critical Thinking
Expert
Constructive Conflict Resolution
Expert
Constructive Conflict Resolution
Expert
Procedures Development
Expert
Procedures Development
Expert
Decision-Making & Negotiation
Expert
Decision-Making & Negotiation
Expert
Administration
Expert
Administration
Expert
Feedback
Expert
Feedback
Expert
Hiring
Expert
Hiring
Expert
Data Entry
Expert
Data Entry
Expert
Attendance
Expert
Attendance
Expert
COORDINATING
Intermediate
COORDINATING
Intermediate
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Intermediate
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PAYROLL PROCESSING
Intermediate
PAYROLL PROCESSING
Intermediate
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
Intermediate
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
Intermediate
PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
Intermediate
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
Intermediate
TALENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
TALENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Intermediate

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

French

Beginner

Training and Certifications

Certifications
BLS/AED & First Aid Course
ITIL Foundation V3
Writing Effective Policies and Procedures
Human Resource Certification Preparation Program
Training
BLS/AED & First Aid Course
Hamad International Training Centre, HMC, Doha, Qatar
Jun 2015
ITIL Foundation V3
QUINT, United Kingdom, Doha, Qatar
Sep 2012
Writing Effective Policies and Procedures
Spearhead Training, Doha, Qatar
Oct 2013
Human Resource Certification Preparation Program
Infocenter, Doha, Qatar
Feb 2015

Hobbies and interests

Meeting new people
Reading