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NIHAL NAQD

NIHAL NAQD

Lyon

Summary

Experienced Global Talent Acquisition Professional with a proven track record across Europe, the GCC, and the MENA region. Specialized in Talent Acquisition, Outreach, Talent Attraction, Employer Branding, and Diversity & Inclusion within dynamic settings including Humanitarian (UN), International Corporations, and Executive Search Firms. A dedicated learner attuned to market trends, I thrive on expanding my expertise across various functions. I excel in candidate, client, and project management, demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results. Eager to embrace new challenges, I am actively seeking opportunities for career progression and innovation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Officer

INTERPOL
02.2022 - Current
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert in Talent Acquisition, Outreach, Employer Branding, and Diversity and Inclusion strategies
  • Led the taskforce responsible for developing and implementing the Outreach and Talent Attraction Strategy
  • Partner closely with HR Business Partners to support business operations and improve recruitment process
  • Conduct GAP Analysis with hiring units to enhance the selection process
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders in recruitment planning discussions to align with talent management strategies
  • Lead efforts to enhance direct candidate sourcing through the utilization of direct sourcing platforms, employee referrals, market insights, headhunting methodologies, and cultivation of industry relationships
  • Attend company events, fairs, conduct webinars, and participate in conferences to attract potential candidates

Talent Acquisition Lead (TEChnology Division)

United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP)
01.2019 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated closely with hiring units to identify talent needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies
  • Managed the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring a seamless candidate experience
  • Established collaborative relationships with universities and institutes for early career hiring initiatives
  • Review the staffing plan, coordinate the plan with the units' focal points and generate monthly reports to monitor the staffing plan progress
  • Guide hiring managers on proper recruitment processes and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational standards

Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor

Bayt.NET
04.2018 - 12.2018
  • Developed and maintained effective recruiting networks to source diverse candidates through various channels
  • Implemented a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Program, enhancing recruitment efficiency and effectiveness
  • Managed hands-on recruitment for diverse roles, utilizing market mapping, headhunting, and networking to build a strong talent pipeline

Regional Recruitment Consultant

Huxley Associates
03.2017 - 03.2018
  • Sourced and placed Executive-Level candidates in various roles, leveraging direct sourcing platforms and industry relationships
  • Fostered a positive candidate experience by ensuring timely communication and feedback throughout the hiring process
  • Built and maintained a strong talent pipeline through various channels, including job boards, social media, and networking events

Talent Sourcing & Staffing Specialist

Orascom Construction
09.2014 - 01.2017
  • Guide hiring managers on proper recruitment processes and procedures
  • Develop recruitment plans and conducted regular follow-ups with hiring units
  • Develop analytical reports on recruitment and hiring statistics
  • Manage relationships with the executive search agencies and third party vendors as well as liaising directly with them and maintaining a database of agreed LTAs

Education

Master's Degree - International Art Market Management

ECOLE EAC
09.2022

Bachelor's Degree - English Commerce, Business Administration, Management & Operations

Ain Shams University
09.2010

Accomplishments

  • Successful implementation of new Diversity & Inclusion Strategies that resulted in increasing the % of female new hires in TEChnology Division by 48% in 2020 vs 40% in 2019, UNWFP, 2020
  • Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Recruitment and Re-appointment Processes for the TEChnology Division, UNWFP, 2020
  • Successful implementation of Future International Talent (FIT) Pool Project for Digital and Business Transformation Officers (TEChnology Division), UNWFP, 2020
  • Development of Scoring Criteria for Evaluation, UNWFP, 2019
  • Successful implementation of Employee Referral's Program, Bayt.net, 2018
  • Successful implementation of Reporting System, Bayt.net, 2018
  • Implementation of Recruitment Process Outsourcing Program, Bayt.net, 2018

Languages

Arabic
English
French
Italian

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/08/1986
  • Nationality: Egyptian
  • Marital Status: Single

Timeline

HR Officer

INTERPOL
02.2022 - Current

Talent Acquisition Lead (TEChnology Division)

United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP)
01.2019 - 09.2021

Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor

Bayt.NET
04.2018 - 12.2018

Regional Recruitment Consultant

Huxley Associates
03.2017 - 03.2018

Talent Sourcing & Staffing Specialist

Orascom Construction
09.2014 - 01.2017

Bachelor's Degree - English Commerce, Business Administration, Management & Operations

Ain Shams University

Master's Degree - International Art Market Management

ECOLE EAC
NIHAL NAQD