Fred T. Sodone
HR Management Profile
*************@*****.*** • 515-***-****
www.linkedin.com/in/fred-t-sodone-689163168
Yeadon, PA, 19050
Self-motivated professional with ability to streamline HR operations by leveraging inclusive field insights acquired from master’s degree in Human Resource Development and certificate in HR leadership. Demonstrated capacity to implement strategies pertaining to performance optimization, recruitment, talent management, and employee engagement. Possess strong aptitude initiate training programs for new hires and existing staffs. Capable of meeting organizational objectives by fostering enduring employ relations and executing best practices. Proficient in leveraging MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Articulate communicator possessing excellent problem-solving, analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills with keen attention to detail.
Core Capabilities
Talent Acquisition
Staff Management
Strategy Planning & Execution
Performance Optimization
Reporting & Analysis
Diversity & Inclusion
Process Improvement
Team Building & Leading
Cross-functional Collaboration
Career Highlights
Villanova University, Villanova, PA 2021
Master’s Degree in Human Resources Development Certificate in HR Leadership
Learnt to integrate general HR skills and competencies into organization’s general business objectives. Developed understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods to inform strategic business decisions. Studied to evaluate overall organizational effectiveness and lead planned change initiatives.
●Managed projects in training and development class with a focus on diversity & inclusion and global HR.
Resources for Human Development, Philadelphia, PA 2019 – 2021
Direct Support Professional
Oversaw client’s day-to-day activities to improve working efficiency. Formulated and maintain documentation in compliance with company procedures. Established safe environment to ensure client safety.
Relevant Experience (2010 – 2019)
Sodone Foundation Liberia, Gbarnga, Liberia
Chief Executive Officer
Managed end-to-end administrative functions of organization. Created lobby for funding projects; approved all projects and analyzed all reports for effective administration. Hired and onboarded all new senior staffs as needed. Devised project proposals, raised funds, and delivered exceptional consultancy for to organization.
Suthag Holding Agency, Paynesville, Liberia
Supervisor & Logistic Manager
Supervised all entry level employees as well as assessed performances. Managed purchasing functions and upheld accurate records of all goods and sales. Authorized payments to all suppliers and executed orders for new goods. Reported directly to Manager and CEO; provided recommendations on sales and employees management.
●Acted as key Member of hiring and interview committee of new employees.
Natural Life Mineral Water, Paynesville, Liberia
Human Resources Assistant
Played pivotal role in hiring process and drafted work/ training schedules for new hires. Acknowledged and recorded all applications in a timely manner. Reviewed application for basic qualifications and arrange interviews for qualified applicants. Developed team of talents to enhance quality of products.
●Enabled successful expansion of company to many different departments.
Additional Roles:
Vice President, United Bong County Association in the Americas, USA
Brian Injury Instructor, Candeo Iowa, Johnston, Iowa
Education & Certifications
Master of Science in Human Resources Development
Villanova University, Villanova, PA, 2021
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Political Science Minor: Mass Communication
University of Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia, 2018
Certificate in Medication Management
Southwestern Community College, Creston, Iowa, 2019
Certificate in Journalism
Liberia International School of Journalism, Paynesville, Liberia, 2013
SHRM Certification
Villanova Society for Human Resources Management, continued…
High School Diploma and WAEC Certificate
Dolokelen Gboveh High School, Gbarnga, Liberia. 2008
Affiliation & Volunteer
Villanova Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) Student Chapter, Member
Ward Missionary, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Waukee, Iowa, 2018 – 2019
Observer – General Election, National Election Commission, Monrovia, Liberia, 2011