Seba Khafagy, IHRM

Experience

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  Berlitz Corporation

  Apr 2010 - Aug 2015

  English Language Instructor

  -Instructed English language courses for adults and children at multiple locations.-Administered exams, quizzes, and prepared exercises to assess and enhance student learning.

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  Heart to Heart Consulting & Human Development.

  Feb 2015 - Nov 2015

  Business Partner Executive

  • Oversaw processes and projects for national and international companies, such as Pepsi, Etisalat, and Orchidia, ensuring successful execution as planned.• Monitored project execution, managing logistics, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective measures when necessary.• Held meetings with existing clients to align on collaborative efforts and plan future steps.• Prepared presentations for students, employees, and managers as required.• Developed schedules, work plans, worksheets, activities, and materials to support project initiatives.• Facilitated meetings with potential clients to understand their business needs and proposed tailored services for mutual benefit.• Drafted proposals for new projects, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of client requirements.• Provided translation services for documents as needed. Show less

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  ESLSCA Business School

  Sept 2015 - Sept 2018

  English Language Instructor

  -Instructed business English to diploma and MBA students at ESLSCA Business School.-Conducted exams, quizzes, and prepared exercises to assess and enhance students' language proficiency.

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  Saudi German Hospital - Cairo

  Sept 2018 - Oct 2021

  HR Training & Development Specialist

  Onboarding:Managed the hospital onboarding process from start to end.Connected with different departments to put forth an onboarding that has a good flow and is as easy and quick as possible.Created a general orientation to be part of the onboarding program in a way that is engaging and not redundant.Communicated with various departments each round of hiring to make sure they are all ready for their new hires.Training:Provided various training programs to hospital employees.Responsible for designing, and choosing curricula, recruiting, supervising, and assessing our language instructors. Placed employees in suitable levels, scheduled their classes in coordination with their managers, held classes for employees, assessed them, and examined them.Followed up on ongoing trainings, and recruited more trainers, interviewed and supervised them.Scheduled employee assessments, in coordination with team leaders and/or managers.Hired, monitored, and assessed trainers joining the team.Achievements:Single handedly changed the resistant mentality of hospital employees towards training by adding a better caliber of trainers.Created an employee onboarding program in a way that reduces time, saves energy, effort and cost.Assessed the English level for over 800 employees in the hospital. Show less

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  TameenNow

  Oct 2021 - Oct 2022

  Managed the HR functions for our offices in Egypt & the UAEPayroll:Manually calculated salaries and finalized payrollKept records of vacation countsHanded salaries.OD & Training:Created, implemented and developed HR internal policies & procedures.Created company organization chart, and JDs.Developed salary scale and leveling.Communicated with various entities supporting different IT and development projects.Trained employees about the Labor Laws, and internal policies and regulations that are followed in their country of residence.Created and followed the onboarding process.Managed and supervised employees' trainingCreated KPIs, commission schemes, and job leveling.Performed salary market researches and benchmarking.Restructured the salary scheme insuring fair payment for everyone.Designed, and implemented an employee reward system as an incentive.Employee Relations:Managed conflicts and resolved themAsserted team spirit and team workCreated a good and friendly environment for employees to work withinPersonnel:Documented vacations, and hiring dates.Saved company and employee documents, and agreements.Drafted employment agreements, company agreements, and partnership agreements.Handled all visa & residency-related papers, documents, and deliveries.Arranged with the PRO all visa-related, and Labor Office-related processes.Recruitment:Created JDs, wrote job posts, and posted them on different career dashboards, filtered C.Vs, conducted phone, video and face to face interviews. Set and arranged 2nd, 3rd & final interviews.Interviewed candidates in Egypt, Lebanon, and the UAE.Created an open day for recruitment in Egypt & the UAE.Office Management:Picked the location of the officeCommunicated with the designer and followed up on the remodeling and furnishingManaged the office in Cairo, with all its needs Managed assets, procured equipment, handled office-related maintenance, and legal affairs. Show less

  • Human Resources and Country Manager - UAE & Egypt

    Jun 2022 - Oct 2022

  • Human Resources Manager - MENA

    Oct 2021 - Sept 2022
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  Brooklyn Business School

  Oct 2022 - May 2023

  Learning and Development, and Recruitment Consultant

  • Led the end-to-end recruitment and selection process, overseeing candidate sourcing, screening, and interviews.• Managed the learning and development process, training new hires on company procedures and fostering their professional growth.• Developed and implemented comprehensive curricula, providing engaging E-learning materials to enhance employee development.

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  Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport

  Mar 2023 - May 2024

  English Trainer

  • Administer comprehensive placement tests to accurately assess learners' proficiency levels in English.• Evaluate test results and place learners in appropriate levels to ensure optimal learning outcomes.• Deliver high-quality English language instruction to university students, tailored to their specific needs and proficiency levels.• Utilize a variety of teaching methodologies and resources to engage students and enhance their language acquisition skills.• Design and develop quizzes and tests to regularly assess students' progress and comprehension of course material.• Implement and grade assessments, providing constructive feedback to support students' continuous improvement.• Foster an interactive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and engagement.• Develop and update curriculum materials to ensure alignment with current academic standards and best practices in language teaching.• Monitor and track students' progress, offering additional support and resources as needed to help them achieve their learning goals.• Maintain accurate records of students' performance and provide regular reports to the academic management team. Show less

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  English with Laura

  Mar 2023 - now

  I am responsible for a variety of key functions that ensure the effective operation and continuous improvement of our educational programs and HR processes. These include:• Managing the recruitment process, including sourcing and interviewing candidates, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.• Attending demo sessions to assess and determine the suitability of potential instructors, ensuring their seamless integration into the organization and maintaining high teaching standards.• Designing and creating surveys to measure employee satisfaction, gathering valuable feedback for continuous improvement.• Developing and implementing new HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and improve organizational effectiveness.• Facilitating training programs, focusing on pedagogical advancements, language acquisition methodologies, and effective classroom management.• Planning and conducting training programs to enhance employee skills and foster professional development.• Regularly updating and refining course materials to reflect emerging linguistic trends, industry developments, and the evolving educational landscape.• Playing a pivotal role in cultivating positive and inclusive learning environments, fostering cultural sensitivity, and promoting linguistic proficiency among learners of all ages.• Leveraging technology and modern teaching tools to enhance the efficiency and impact of educational programs.• Spearheading employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive workplace culture, and strengthening team dynamics. Show less • Develop engaging curricula tailored to the diverse requirements of adult students, ensuring alignment with industry standards and client expectations.• Conduct dynamic and targeted English language instruction for adult learners.• Instruct a variety of English courses for diverse audiences, including but not limited to: English for Lawyers, Business English, English for IT Companies, General English, Interview Preparation, Presentation Skills, and Business Writing.• Collaborate with international and multinational companies such as Teamviewer, Siemens, Picsart, Digitain, and Softhenge, to deliver customized language programs that meet the specific needs of their employees.• Develop and implement quizzes and tests to assess student progress and comprehension. Show less

  • L&D Expert and Recruitment Consultant

    Sept 2023 - now

  • English Trainer

    Mar 2023 - now
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  Coldwell Banker-Trust

  Apr 2023 - Mar 2024

  Human Resources Consultant

  • Spearheaded the recruitment and selection process, including drafting and posting job advertisements, and filtering CVs to shortlist qualified candidates.• Conducted initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and overall suitability for the position.• Successfully referred qualified candidates for face-to-face interviews with hiring managers and relevant departments, providing detailed candidate profiles and interview notes.• Collaborated with hiring managers to understand specific job requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies.• Maintained a robust pipeline of potential candidates for current and future staffing needs.• Ensured compliance with all relevant employment laws and company policies throughout the recruitment and selection process.• Provided guidance and support to hiring managers on interview techniques and candidate assessment.• Developed and implemented innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.• Utilized various recruitment tools and technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the hiring process. Show less

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  GoFLUENT

  Aug 2024 - now

  Language Trainer