Kavvita Nunase

• Lead end-to-end HR operations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, and crewing for shore-based and
marine roles
• Established HR department setup for UAE mainland incorporation ensuring regulatory compliance and
ADNOC standards
• Manage crew mobilization, competency management, certification, payroll administration, and visa
processing
• Developed HR policies, employee handbooks, and SOPs for UAE and KSA operations
• Coordinate international workforce deployment and rotation planning (Indonesia, Malaysia, KSA)
• Led office setup and facilities management in Dammam and Malabo
• Conduct HR audits, performance reviews, merit assessments, and manpower budget planning
• Manage vendor contracts, procurement, and office operations ensuring business continuity
• Provide executive support including C-suite calendar management, travel coordination, and stakeholder
communication

• Managed full-cycle recruitment across blue- and white-collar roles; reduced time-to-fill by 30% through
talent pipeline development
• Enhanced employer branding and talent attraction through LinkedIn campaigns and EVP initiatives
• Developed structured onboarding and induction programs; improved new hire experience and cut
process time by 20%
• Implemented succession planning, performance management frameworks, and career development
pathways
• Coordinated L&D programs including HSE training and employee engagement initiatives
• Oversaw office administration, vendor management, and strategic procurement achieving 25% cost
savings
• Implemented HRIS systems and streamlined HR operations and reporting
• Provided executive support including travel coordination, document control, and stakeholder
management
• Managed employee lifecycle including visa processing, payroll inputs, and compliance documentation

• Built HR department from scratch including organizational design, ERP implementation, and digital
transformation (M365)
• Designed talent acquisition strategies, recruitment frameworks, and built scalable hiring pipelines
• Established vendor management framework achieving 35% procurement cost reduction through
strategic sourcing
• Managed end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, payroll administration, and HR documentation
• Supported international expansion and organizational development (Tanzania, Qatar, UK)
• Developed HR policies, employee handbook, and compliance frameworks aligned to UAE labor law
• Led change management initiatives including Microsoft 365 adoption and training across organization

• Managed full office operations, facilities management, and vendor contracts for 500+ employees across multiple
sites
• Delivered 45% procurement cost reduction and 40% faster office setup through project management and
process improvement
• Achieved 25-45% cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and contract management on 50+
agreements
• Provided executive support including C-suite travel coordination, calendar management, and administrative
leadership
• Led employee integration and change management programs during company mergers and organizational
transitions
• Managed IT migration projects and new office setups across Dubai and Abu Dhabi locations
• Designed and delivered employee engagement, wellness, and retention programs
• Managed HR budget support, operational cost control, and financial reporting

• Delivered professional development workshops on HR practices, recruitment strategies, and soft skills for 200+ students
• Designed L&D training modules for career readiness, workplace communication, and interview preparation
• Mentored students on talent management, HR career pathways, and professional growth
• Conducted capability building and employability training focused on interpersonal and marketing skills

• Led end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for MENA and APAC drilling operations; achieved 30% faster time-to-fill through
strategic talent acquisition
• Designed and delivered L&D programs for 200+ field and office staff across multiple locations
• Initiated cross-functional training initiative: proposed office employees and recruiters attend in-house rig modular
sessions to deepen operational understanding, resulting in improved recruitment quality and hiring manager satisfaction
• Recommended procurement team participate in rig training to gain firsthand understanding of equipment
specifications, improving purchasing decisions and vendor selection
• Built talent pipelines, succession planning frameworks, and workforce planning models for critical drilling roles
• Managed crew mobilization and international deployment, reducing mobilization time by 40%
• Developed competency frameworks, performance management systems, and KPI tracking
• Coordinated with global HR teams on workforce planning, manpower budgeting, and talent management strategies
• Reduced agency dependency by 25% through employer branding and direct sourcing channels
• Conducted salary benchmarking, compensation reviews, and benefits administration for drilling personnel
• Managed onboarding and global mobility for international hires across 12+ countries

• Managed full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations for 300+ workforce
• Administered payroll, benefits, compensation, and visa/immigration processing
• Supported talent development, training coordination, and performance management
• Ensured compliance with UAE labor law, HR policies, and internal audit requirements
• Coordinated employee engagement programs, welfare activities, and retention initiatives
• Managed end-to-end visa processing, labor contract renewals, and government relations

• Coordinated recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration for diverse workforce
• Managed employee records, attendance tracking, and leave management systems
• Assisted with visa processing, labor contracts, and regulatory compliance documentation
• Supported HR operations including payroll coordination, employee queries, and grievance handling
• Maintained HR filing systems and documentation for audit readiness and compliance

• Managed front desk operations, guest relations, check-in/check-out, and reservation systems
• Coordinated guest services, travel arrangements, and concierge support with attention to detail
• Handled multi-line communications, correspondence, and administrative coordination
• Supported event coordination, VIP guest management, and cross-departmental collaboration

• Coordinated end-to-end event planning, execution, and project management for large-scale entertainment events
• Managed vendor relationships, contract negotiations, logistics, and on-ground operations
• Handled artist coordination, scheduling, stakeholder communication, and client management
• Oversaw event budgets, procurement, cost control, and financial reconciliation
• Led and coordinated cross-functional teams of 20+ across multiple event locations