ABIGAIL NANA AMA OBENG

***** **** ****** ****** **********, MD 20874 – adcz5t@r.postjobfree.com – 301-***-**** CAREER OVERVIEW

To pursue a career in a challenging environment where my knowledge will be put to utmost use. To gain skill through determination and hard work, while steadily rising through the ranks to ultimately attaining the highest possible position in my career. To effectively and efficiently contribute my quota to meet the goals and future expectations of any organization I work for. WORK EXPERIENCE

HALLIBURTON November 2017-November 2018

Ghana, West Africa

Human Resource Country Lead

Responsible for providing all the HR needs for the organization as the country HR lead. AMAJA OILFIELD LIMITED March 2017-November 2017

Ghana

Group Human Resource Manager

Human Resource Planning & Staffing

In consultation with the General Manager, prepared and implemented annual HR strategic plan to support the overall strategic objective of the organization.

In consultation with other managers, department heads, anticipated future staffing needs in line with organizational strategic plan.

Managed the implementation of Amaja’s recruitment and selection policy, ensuring that recruitment practices were fair, consistent and comply with labor regulations and industry/international best practice.

Managed staff induction, probation and on-boarding in line with Amaja policy. Employee Relation

Provided leadership to staff, ensuring that all staff were aware of and comply with Amaja policies and procedures.

Acted as focal point for all staff enquiries regarding policies and procedures.

Monitored and advise disciplinary and grievance matters in accordance with Amaja policies and procedures.

Ensured that staff were informed and updated on key business and organizational issues

Worked closely with senior and line managers, providing them with expert guidance, coaching and support on the full range of HR activities (including policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment, absence management, restructuring of services, performance management, redundancy planning etc.), in order to ensure a consistent and fair approach to people management throughout the organization.

Managed the implementation of Amaja’s recruitment and selection policy, ensuring that recruitment practices were fair, consistent and comply with labor regulations and industry/international best practice.

Managed staff induction, probation and on-boarding in line with Amaja policy. Performance Management

Ensured that a robust performance management system was in place.

Monitored and reviewed the system of performance appraisal and continually updated as necessary, ensuring that annual appraisals were carried out in a timely manner and followed up.

Trained supervisors and department heads on proper evaluation procedures.

Assisted in identifying and overcoming areas of concern with employee performance to maximize employee output and morale throughout the organization. Training and Development

Ensured that cross organizational training and development plan were in place.

Ensured organizational development priorities across all business segments, including skills audit and advice where appropriate.

In consultation with department heads and supervisors, followed up individual development needs and source external training provisions as and when required, monitoring training costs against budget.

Conducted training for staff on HR issues where appropriate.

Maintained training records for all staff and assist with any training initiatives. HR Administration

Oversaw regular reviews of Employee Handbook, ensuring that policies and procedures remain in compliance with local labor laws, and recommend updates where required.

Assisted business segments to develop and implement business-specific HR processes.

Developed and maintained a system to ensure that staff files were kept up to date and easily accessible to authorized personnel.

Provided leadership and supervision for employee leave administration.

Monitored absence and sickness levels and provide monthly report to the General Manager.

Reviewed and managed new starter and exit processes, including conducting exit interviews for all staff.

Supervision and Management

Managed HR staff as appropriate, including performance appraisals.

Provided technical management to staff with HR functions in other business segments.

Monitored HR trends throughout the organization, and provided management report on Key Performance Indicators to the General Manager

Compensation and Benefit Administration

Gathered and analyzed market data to ensure competitiveness of employee compensation and benefit package and made recommendations where necessary.

Assisted with the annual salary review process.

SEADRILL OPERATIONS LIMITED January 2012-December 2016 Ghana, Ivory Coast & United Arab Emirates/Dubai

HR Advisor

Recruitment

Responsible for proactively liaising with Rig Manager(s) and Regional staff to identify offshore/onshore requirements for staff vacancies & contingent workers.

Responsible for compliance with directives for recruitment of staff.

Responsible for liaising with local employment agents to identify potential staff.

Appointed contingent workers as per the terms of the employment agent’s agreements.

Responsible for securing all necessary visas & permits for Seadrill staff. HR Issues

Responsible for identifying HR issues in compliance with Seadrill directives.

Liaising with Regional Staff to resolve HR issues. Training

Responsible for proactively liaising with Training Centre staff for all mandatory and contractual training requirements for all offshore/onshore staff. Administration.

Responsible for the timely, secured retention of all personnel and associated files

(electronic and paper).

Assisted the West Leo management team and any visiting Seadrill employee to obtain suitable & secure travel, visas and accommodation.

Ensure compliance with employment laws and any local bye-laws. OCEAN RIG GHANA LIMITED January 2010-January 2012

Ghana,

HR Administrator/Logistics Coordinator

ZAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS LIMITED August 2008-January 2010 Ghana

HR Administrator/Logistics Coordinator

SKYY MEDIA GROUP OF COMPANIES May 2007-August 2008 2010 Ghana

Human Resources/Administrative Manager/Morning Show Host & News Anchor EDUCATION

The Society for Human Resource Management, Alexandria, VA Ongoing

SHRM-SCP Certification

HR Certification Institute, Alexandria, VA Ongoing

Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast Ghana September 2013

Master of Art in Human Resource Management

University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast Ghana June 2006

Bachelor of Social Sciences & Education (Business Management & Economics) SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft office Suite, SAP, Oracle Administration, Persol Payroll/POS, Tabs, Interpersonal/Team building activities, Talent Recruitment/Retention, Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills, Employee and Labor Relations, Job Evaluations, Customer Service, Report Writing, Presentation and Teaching Skills.

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