MSF
Howieda Zarroug
Recruitment Consultant
Dubai
Summary
- Accomplished Recruitment Consultant and HR Professional with extensive expertise across diverse industries, including offshore, oil & gas, hospitality, real estate, and healthcare.
- Proven ability to develop and execute innovative recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives, resulting in high-quality talent acquisition.
- Adept at building strong employer branding techniques that elevate company culture and attract top talent.
- Possess exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling the establishment of relationships with candidates and clients at all organizational levels.
- Committed to enhancing the candidate experience through streamlined processes, timely feedback, and clear communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recruitment Consultant
Venture Plus Consultancy Services
12.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative recruitment strategies, increasing qualified candidate applications by 30% within six months.
- Utilized various channels, including job boards, social media, and networking events, to source top talent across UAE, KSA, and Africa.
- Conducted in-depth interviews, assessing candidate qualifications and ensuring alignment with client needs.
- Managed and optimized ATS, reducing time-to-fill by 30% and enhancing process efficiency.
- Spearheaded employer branding initiatives, boosting the company’s EVP and attracting high-caliber candidates.
- Collaborated with clients to understand specific hiring needs, ensuring successful placements and an 80% client satisfaction rate.
- Executed market analysis and talent demand forecasting to stay ahead of industry trends.
Human Resources Manager
Bouvardia For Multi-Activities
11.2014 - 11.2018
- Led HR and recruitment processes, attracting and retaining top talent through strategic planning and collaboration with department managers.
- Structured compensation packages and developed comprehensive training programs, improving employee satisfaction and retention.
- Played a key role in succession planning and compliance, aligning HR strategies with business goals.
Human Resources Manager
Coral Hotels & Resorts
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Oversaw HR functions for three hotel branches, successfully managing recruitment and retention strategies.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Maintained strong relationships with educational institutions to source top talent for the hospitality industry. Developed and implemented onboarding programs, enhancing employee integration and reducing turnover.
Human Resources Manager
Southern Sudan Referendum Commission
12.2010 - 02.2012
- Aligned HR strategies with organizational goals during a critical political period, ensuring a smooth recruitment process.
- Managed employee relations, performance appraisals, and compliance, contributing to organizational stability.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Human Resources Manager
Jarash International Hospital
10.2009 - 10.2010
- Managed recruitment and HR operations, focusing on improving employee engagement and retention.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
HR Executive
Corinthia Hotel
08.2007 - 09.2009
- Supported HR functions and recruitment efforts, contributing to the hotel’s success in attracting and retaining skilled employees.
- Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accurate payments while adhering to strict deadlines for submission.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management to promote a positive workplace culture.
HR Coordinator
Al Salam Rotana Hotel
07.2006 - 06.2007
- Coordinated HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations, ensuring smooth operations.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
AHFAD University For Wamen
Omdurman - Khartoum -SUDAN 04.2001 -
Skills
Recruitment Strategies and tactics
Accomplishments
- Restored a talent acquisition plan, resulting in a 30% increase in qualified candidate applications and an 80% client satisfaction rate.
- Closed 75% of high-volume recruitment projects within 90 days, effectively managing multiple positions simultaneously.
- Successfully filled various positions in the oil and gas industry, including drilling engineers, geologists, and pipeline engineers, within the required time frame.
- Reduced time-to-fill by 30% through streamlined recruitment processes, resulting in faster candidate placements.
Software
SPSS
Microsoft Office
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
Naukri Maestro Recruiter
Timeline
Naukri Maestro Recruiter
03-2023
Recruitment Consultant
Venture Plus Consultancy Services
12.2018 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Bouvardia For Multi-Activities
11.2014 - 11.2018
Human Resources Manager
Coral Hotels & Resorts
03.2012 - 11.2014
Human Resources Manager
Southern Sudan Referendum Commission
12.2010 - 02.2012
Human Resources Manager
Jarash International Hospital
10.2009 - 10.2010
HR Executive
Corinthia Hotel
08.2007 - 09.2009
HR Coordinator
Al Salam Rotana Hotel
07.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
AHFAD University For Wamen
04.2001 -
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