Maher Akwan, Group Organizational Development & Talent Manager

Maher Akwan

Group Organizational Development & Talent Manager

Al Babtain Group

Lieu
Koweït - As Salimiyah
Éducation
Baccalauréat, Business Management B.B.A
Expérience
13 years, 10 Mois

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Expériences professionnelles

Total des années d'expérience :13 years, 10 Mois

Group Organizational Development & Talent Manager à Al Babtain Group
  • Koweït - Al Farawaniyah
  • Je travaille ici depuis avril 2017

At Al-Babtain Group, I spearhead the organizational development and talent management functions across four countries, driving strategic HR initiatives that foster a high-performance culture. My role involves leading transformative projects, including designing and implementing leadership development programs, enhancing talent acquisition strategies, and streamlining performance management processes. Under my leadership, we've seen significant improvements in leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, and operational efficiency, contributing to the Group's position as a leader in the automotive, real estate, and investment sectors.

Group Total Rewards & Talent Manager à Al Babtain Group
  • Koweït - Al Farawaniyah
  • avril 2016 à avril 2017

In this pivotal role, I designed and executed a comprehensive total rewards strategy that effectively aligned with the organization's growth objectives. By optimizing salary scales, benefits packages, and job evaluation practices, I played a critical role in enhancing employee satisfaction and competitiveness in the talent market. My strategic approach to HR management has not only elevated the company's employer brand but also supported our talent acquisition and retention efforts.

Talent Assistant Manager à Al Babtain Group
  • Koweït - Al Farawaniyah
  • avril 2015 à mars 2016

As Talent Assistant Manager, I was instrumental in developing and implementing an integrated talent management framework that included a competency model, career progression matrix, and employee engagement initiatives. My efforts in conducting detailed analyses and devising targeted action plans significantly contributed to improving workforce engagement and productivity, laying a solid foundation for the Group's talent development strategy.

Leadership Development (Project Lead) à The Sultan Center
  • Koweït - Al Farawaniyah
  • mars 2014 à mars 2015

At The Sultan Group, I led the creation and execution of a pioneering leadership development program, the first in the region to be accredited by ILM Level 7. My work encompassed developing comprehensive training modules and individual development plans for high-potential candidates, significantly enhancing leadership capacity across the organization's diverse business units in retail, telecom, real estate, and the restaurant industry.

Talent Management Supervisor à ‪Faisal Al-Rasheed Group
  • Koweït - Al Farawaniyah
  • février 2013 à mars 2014

In my role with Faisal Al-Rasheed Group, I successfully led a critical organizational transformation project in partnership with Ernst & Young, focusing on organizational design, performance management, and change communication. This project was pivotal in redefining the Group's HR practices, directly impacting the effectiveness and agility of the organization's response to market challenges.

Training and Development Officer à Gulfnet Communications
  • Koweït - Al Koweït
  • juin 2011 à janvier 2013

As a Human Resource Officer at Gulf-net Communications, my responsibilities included assessing training needs, organizing educational programs, and administrating performance management systems. My dedication to optimizing HR functions significantly contributed to the improvement of employee skills, morale, and overall company performance in the competitive technology solutions and ISP industry.

Human Resources Internship à Arab Bank - Syria
  • Syrie - Damas
  • janvier 2011 à mars 2011

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Human Resources Internship à Four Seasons Hotels
  • Syrie - Damas
  • janvier 2010 à mars 2010

During my internship at Four Seasons, Damascus, I gained valuable experience in various HR functions, contributing to projects that enhanced employee engagement and optimized the recruitment process. This role provided me with a solid foundation in luxury hospitality HR management, setting the stage for my future career advancements.

Human Resources Internship à Sheraton Hotels
  • Koweït - Al Koweït
  • juillet 2009 à septembre 2009

My internship at Sheraton Hotel, Kuwait, afforded me early exposure to the HR field, where I supported the team in implementing effective talent management and employee development strategies. My contributions helped in improving the onboarding process and employee satisfaction, offering me critical insights into the hospitality industry's HR practices.

Éducation

Baccalauréat, Business Management B.B.A
  • à University of Kalamoon
  • juillet 2011

Specialties & Skills

Talent Management
Performance Management
Change Management Communications
Competency Mapping
Psychometrics
Microsoft Office 2013
Mind Mapping
Talent Management
HR transformation

Langues

Anglais
Expert
Arabe
Langue Maternelle

Formation et Diplômes

Targeted Selection (behavioral interviewing) (Formation)
Institut de formation:
Development Dimensions International
Date de la formation:
October 2019
Level A&B Personality and Occupation (Formation)
Institut de formation:
SHL
Date de la formation:
September 2020
High-Potential Leaders (Formation)
Institut de formation:
Wharton Executive Education
Date de la formation:
March 2019
People Analytics (Formation)
Institut de formation:
Wharton Executive Education
Date de la formation:
October 2020
Building A Talent Management Ecosystem (Formation)
Institut de formation:
Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management
Date de la formation:
March 2021
Managing Talent (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
February 2016
Certified Competency Mapping Manager (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
October 2015
Emergenetics - Brain Thinking Style & ESP (Formation)
Institut de formation:
Emergenetics International
Date de la formation:
May 2016
Certified PPA Practitioner - Thomas International (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
March 2016
Job Evaluation - IPE System (Formation)
Institut de formation:
Mercer
Date de la formation:
June 2016
Find and Retain High Potentials (Formation)
Institut de formation:
LinkedIn
Date de la formation:
October 2016
Personality Assessment - Profile Pro-2 (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
July 2015
Applied Psychology to the Workplace (Formation)
Institut de formation:
University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education
Date de la formation:
April 2016

Loisirs

  • Animated presentation
  • Gamification and Performance Management
  • Psychology
  • Body Language