ANU SHAJI
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OBJECTIVE
An accomplished Management Consultant, committed to attaining organizational goals by demonstrating exceptional interpersonal and research skills.
HIGHLIGHTS
Over 6 years of working experience in Management Consulting and Recruitment
Collation of primary and secondary data through in-depth research
Preparation of marketing and feasibility research reports
Exceptional oral and written communication in English
Extraordinary planning and organizational skills
Proactive team player
Highly adaptive to different organizational needs
Outstanding interpersonal skills across cross functional teams
Deadline driven; focused to meet demanding targets
Focused on innovation and optimization
MS-Office, iOS and email management proficient (45 WPM typing speed)
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Planning and Administration
Directing and Advisory services
Budgeting
Monitoring service quality
Contracts
Supporting and Advising project teams
Policies and Compliances
Managing Operations of Organization
Market Research
Problem solving
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Business Development Consultant 2012-2015
Advanced Business Consultants, Oman
A.Recruitment Management:
Analyzed client’s requirements and researched various portfolios to find the most-suited candidates
Researched for new manpower agencies to collaborate with
Proactively coordinated clients, local and international manpower agencies and candidates, by continuously evaluating existing and future manpower requirements
Prepared print and online advertisement content for sourcing candidates on local and international newspapers and various recruitment websites
Prepared daily, weekly and monthly reports on recruitment status for CEO
B.Project Management:
Conducted market research, feasibility and turnaround studies
In-depth collection of primary and secondary data by means of direct interviews, meetings, print publications and intense online research
Compiled the gathered primary and secondary data for analysis and preparation of various types of reports
Prepared project reports for local clients, aspiring entrepreneurs and the Government of Oman
Management Consultant 2010-2013
Advanced Business Consultants, Oman
On full-time deputation to the Directorate General for the Development of Small and Medium Enterprises (DGSME, now known as ‘Riyada’)
First-hand coordination with financial and educational institutions; and other local and international organizations
Overall inter-departmental coordination to prepare entire team for programs and projects.
Coordinated Business Development Center operations located at Knowledge Oasis Muscat (KOM)
Active member in the planning committee for the introduction and running of Small and Medium Enterprises incubation facility at the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE)
Supported in preparation of feasibility studies to potential Entrepreneurs
Assessed the Guaranteed Loan Program scheme, introduced and operated by the DGSME
Prepared and finalized the Memorandum of Understandings between various private and Governmental SME organizations around the world and Oman
Identified the training requirements and organized SME trainings and development programs to boost the productivity of employees and aspiring Omani entrepreneurs
Actively participated in organizing and conducting the SME Symposium 2013
Arranged business trips of officials at the SME Directorate, including the Directorate General, Departmental heads, staff and international experts, to attend meetings, international and local conferences. Registered and sent out invitations, arranged program schedules, coordinated hotel accommodation, travel schedules and local transportation for delegates and invitees
Worked alongside delegates of the following International Organizations:
United States Small Business Administration (USSBA), USA
Small and Medium Industry Development Organization [KOSGEB], Turkey
Small and Medium Enterprises, Malaysia
Nehem International, Netherlands
Administration Consultant 2009-2010
Advanced Business Consultant, Oman
Business coordination with clients and internal teams
Handled the company’s banking transactions with financial institutions and petty cash
Routine maintenance and updating of hardware and software so as to reduce technical costs and ensure smooth functioning of office equipment
Meticulously arranged and managed official meetings
Successfully performed office administration tasks, including file and email management
Undertook first-hand market research using Primary and Secondary data
Assisted in the preparation of feasibility studies, turnaround studies, market research studies
Proof-read and formatted final project reports to ensure accuracy and quality to be submitted to clients
Updated the National Handbook published by the organization
Personal Banker-cum-Teller (Trainee, Assistant Manager) 2008-2009
HDFC Bank, India
Marketed the bank’s products and services to new and existing customers
Operated the Welcome Desk to serve walk-in customers as Personal Banker
Recorded and handled cash and cash equivalents in the capacity of a Teller
Sourced new customers at the branch
EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
School of Communication and Management Studies (SCMS), India
2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), India
2006
REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST