Waqquas Akhtar, Corporate Training, Learning &  Development

Waqquas Akhtar

Corporate Training, Learning & Development

Technical and Administrative Training Institute

Location
Oman
Education
Master's degree, Human Resources
Experience
16 years, 5 Months

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Total years of experience :16 years, 5 Months

Corporate Training, Learning & Development at Technical and Administrative Training Institute
  • Oman - Muscat
  • My current job since January 2023

As a Corporate Training & Development Head, my role is to support the training and
development initiatives within the organization. I collaborate with the training team to
design and implement Learning & Development strategies for various industries such as,
Hospitality & Service Industry, Telecom & IT Industry, Manufacturing Industry, Oil & Gas
Construction Industries etc. that promote training programs and initiatives to both
internal employees and external stakeholders.

Country Head HR / Training and Development Manager at DARB Group
  • Oman - Muscat
  • March 2020 to December 2022

Conducted thorough assessments of employee training and Learning needs through interviews,
surveys, and feedback mechanisms, resulting in targeted and impactful Training, Learning & talent development initiatives.
Developed and delivered customized training & Learning programs for managers, supervisors and
floor workers to equipping them with the skills to effectively perform, lead and develop
their teams.
Spearheaded the creation of a comprehensive orientation program, ensuring seamless
onboarding for new hires and accelerating their time to productivity.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to select high-quality training materials from
various vendors, optimizing the learning experience for employees.
Continuously identify training needs of the organization, Identify skill gaps through
regular assessments for targeted training.
Develop Competence Framework and align training initiatives with business goals to
optimize competence development efforts.
Developed courses according to Ministry of Higher Education Oman standards,
enhancing key account relationships.
Efficiently allocate resources for maximum ROI in competence development.
Cultivate a culture of learning, encouraging active participation in development
opportunities.
Identified training needs, managed and directed trainers for diverse industries,
providing strategic direction to the team.

Training and Development Lead at Occupational Training Institute ( Interserve)
  • Oman - Muscat
  • January 2012 to February 2020

Led HR/HSE training and development, streamlining programs based on business objectives for major clients.
Trained over 10, 000 participants, collaborated with business development teams, and fostered a continuous learning culture.
Identified, implemented, and maintained training facilities and resources, coached internal instructors, and designed public speaking sessions.

Design and Deliver Training to various clients
Develop Training Outlines, Session Plan, Lesson Plans and success ladder
Assess and evaluate trainers and training session in accordance with the requirement
Working collaboratively with the Unit managers in the continual development of all employees to drive performance through effective Training & development interventions
Conduct Continuous Professional Development Programs, Prepare Annual Training Plan and Matrix
Ensuring that identified Training needs are effectively translated into Training action, taking into account the most appropriate spectrum of learning, learning objectives, Training methods and methods of evaluating the learning.
Worked as a Business Development Manager for almost a year in the absence of BDM within the organization
Help Head of the Departments on various HR issues.

Corporate Training and Competence Advisor at Galfar Engineering and Contracting SAOG
  • Oman - Muscat
  • October 2010 to October 2011

Managed the learning and development function with 2 direct reports. This role also encompassed recruitment and selection.
Design and Deliver trainings on HSE Management, Leadership and Corporate cross functional Trainings.
Managed all phases of training from Training Needs assessment to evaluation & follow-up
Partnered with line management to identify, develop and implement Staff Development Programs
Identify, implement and maintain appropriate training facilities, materials, resources and List for the sourcing of L&D Solutions to support training needs.
Identify and implement appropriate strategies, training programs and Training Calendar
Responsible for coordinating recruitment and On Boarding (Induction, Orientation, Assimilation etc) functions at the group level and in coordination with local HR Managers / Officers

Started working as Costumer Service and Sales Executive, got promoted as Process and Product Trainer at Citigroup Global Services
  • India - Mumbai
  • February 2006 to January 2009

Carried out Induction and Process Training to New Hired Employees
Assess their performance on daily basis and prepare report accordingly
Find out gaps and recommend mitigating measure for those gaps
Conduct On Job Training and Quality check on each candidates

Customer Service and Sales Executive Responsibilities
Handle customer inquiries, complaints, billing questions and payment extension/service requests. Calm angry callers, repair trust, locate resources for problem resolution and design best-option solutions. Interface daily with internal partners in accounting, field services, new business, operations and consumer affairs.

Education

Master's degree, Human Resources
  • at Shivaji University
  • April 2010
Higher diploma, Business Administration and Total Safety Management
  • at Indian School of Business Management and Administration
  • January 2009
Bachelor's degree, Business and Account
  • at Shivaji University
  • May 2008
Bachelor's degree, Commerce
  • at Shivaji University
  • April 2008

Specialties & Skills

Recruitment
Learning Management
Safety Audits
Training
Public Speaking
Health Safety and Environment
Communication skills
Presentation skills
Analytical Skills
Assessor
Learning and Development
Strategic Planning
Marketing Sales
Recruitment
Training

Languages

Hindi
Expert
Urdu
Expert
English
Expert
Bengali
Intermediate
Arabic
Intermediate

Memberships

Graduate Member IOSH
  • Graduate Member
  • February 2022

Training and Certifications

Transitional Safety Practitioner (BCSP) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2021
Master Practitioner NLP (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2022
CHRC - Certified Human Resource Consultant (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2023
CHRM - Certified Human Resource Manager (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2023
CHRP - Certified Human Resource Professional (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2023
NEBOSH Level III (IGC) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2010
International Diploma in Safety Engineering, (Grad-IOSH Level 6 Accredited) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2021
International Assessor Qualification (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2012
International Trainer Qualification (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2012
First Aid at Work Instructor from Highfields Awarding Body for Compliance (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2015
International Award in Delivering Training (Adult Learning) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2015
Certified Trainer, Coach and Mentor at workplace (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2012
NEBOSH IGC-3 (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2010

Hobbies

  • learning different languages,
    learnt Tagalog.. philipino language , learned Arabic. Learned Nepali etc.