# HR & Administration Manager Location[Iraq](https://jobicy.com/resume-region/iraq.md)Rate, USD Not specifiedWork schedule Full Time, Links—Language skills Arabic, English, Turkish, UrduAvailable for Hire Yes [Hire me](#resume-dialog) Save Log in to save ## About me I am a strategic and impact-oriented leader with a strong record in human capital development, cross-sector program coordination, and inclusive leadership. I excel in designing mission-aligned educational programs, managing large-scale stakeholder initiatives, and nurturing institutional growth. My experience spans workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and policy implementation, enabling organizations to achieve their human resource goals effectively. Currently, I serve as an HR & Administration Manager at Northlight Living Company, where I lead strategic workforce planning, develop training and performance review systems, and ensure legal compliance across departments. I am also a freelance Recruitment Consultant, advising clients and candidates on job market trends, designing tailored hiring campaigns, and managing the end-to-end recruitment process. Previously, I worked as an HR Compensation & Benefits Specialist at Kurdistan Pipeline Company, streamlining payroll and benefits operations, coordinating performance reviews, and managing recruitment and onboarding processes. I also have project coordination experience, having managed infrastructure project schedules, quality assurance, and reporting. My background includes project management roles in civic engagement and educational development, where I led teams, designed curricula, and built strategic partnerships with NGOs, universities, and government bodies. Additionally, I have experience in public relations management and teaching mathematics, which have strengthened my communication and leadership skills. I am currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr, expected in 2026, and hold a BSc in Highway Engineering from Erbil Polytechnic University. I am certified in various HR and project management disciplines, including Microsoft Project and global educational leadership. I am fluent in Kurdish, English, and Arabic, with good proficiency in Urdu and Turkish. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to foster organizational growth and inclusive leadership in dynamic environments. ## Professional area ### [HR & Recruiting](https://jobicy.com/resume-category/hr.md)[Management & Operations](https://jobicy.com/resume-category/management.md)[Marketing](https://jobicy.com/resume-category/marketing.md)[Teacher & Coach](https://jobicy.com/resume-category/teaching.md) ## Skills ### [Autocad](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/autocad.md)[Benefits Administration](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/benefits-administration.md)[Content Development](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/content-development.md)[Database Management](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/database-management.md)[Event Planning](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/event-planning.md)[HRIS](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/hris.md)[Leadership](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/leadership.md)[Microsoft Office](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/microsoft-office.md)[Microsoft Project](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/microsoft-project.md)[Onboarding](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/onboarding.md)[Program Development](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/program-development.md)[Public Relations](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/public-relations.md)[Quality Assurance](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/quality-assurance.md)[Stakeholder Management](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/stakeholder-management.md)[Strategic Planning](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/strategic-planning.md)[Succession Planning](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/succession-planning.md)[Talent Management](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/talent-management.md)[Team Leadership](https://jobicy.com/resume-skill/team-leadership.md) ## Education Expected 2026 Executive MBA (in progress) @ University of Kurdistan Hewlêr 2019 Bachelor of Science in Highway Engineering @ Erbil Polytechnic University ## Experience Nov 2024 – Present HR & Administration Manager @ Northlight Living Company Lead strategic workforce planning and succession design across departments; Developed company-wide orientation, training, and performance review systems; Ensured legal and policy compliance through HR auditing and policy frameworks; Led recruitment strategies to attract diverse talents; Conducted interviews, coordinated with department heads, selected suitable candidates, created interview reports; Functioned as a liaison between employees and upper management; Developed performance review processes and conducted appraisals; Created and enforced company policies and procedures; Prepared strategic succession planning and talent management; Ensured compliance with employment laws; Maintained accurate employee records. Feb 2025 – Present Recruitment Consultant @ Freelance Advised clients and candidates on job descriptions, market trends, salary expectations, and career opportunities; Designed tailored job roles and hiring campaigns; Sourced candidates through job postings, databases, and networking; Screened and shortlisted candidates; Coordinated hiring process including interviews, feedback collection, offer negotiation, and onboarding; Maintained strong client and candidate relationships. Mar 2022 – Nov 2024 HR Compensation & Benefits Specialist @ Kurdistan Pipeline Company (KPC) Streamlined payroll and benefits operations using ERP platforms; Led internal trainings to boost compliance, career development, and retention; Coordinated annual performance review cycles and HR strategy evaluations; Supervised benefits packages such as health insurance and SSPC, PIT preparation; Submitted documents to governmental offices; Prepared interview reports and conducted interviews and onboarding; Established performance goals and conducted reviews; Prepared strategic succession planning and talent management. Feb 2021 – Feb 2022 Project Coordinator – Pre-Production @ Kurdistan Pipeline Company Led coordination of infrastructure project schedules and quality assurance; Delivered executive-ready project tracking; Prepared weekly progress reports for construction and defect rectification projects; Coordinated project activities and reviewed documents; Conducted weekly meetings and prepared MOM and Master Defect reports; Managed tender preparation and uploads to 1c system; Planned and scheduled project timelines, milestones, and deliverables; Maintained project documentation; Prepared status reports and updates; Tracked project budgets and expenditures; Assisted in cost estimation and financial reporting; Represented company at events and public forums. Aug 2020 – Apr 2021 Project Manager @ Peace and Freedom Organization Directed cross-sector civic engagement and educational development projects with local government, youth councils, and international donors; Designed project curricula focused on democratic leadership, human rights, and institutional reform engaging over 300 beneficiaries; Led a team of 15 field staff and facilitators; Implemented M&E frameworks, collected impact metrics, and reported progress to donors; Authored strategic partnership proposals resulting in collaborations with universities, media partners, and municipal bodies; Conducted community needs assessments and co-facilitated training-of-trainers sessions; Managed teams, budgets, and impact evaluations for donor-funded initiatives; Created partnerships across NGOs, universities, and youth councils. Aug 2019 – Aug 2020 Public Relations Manager @ Prime Partner Company Directed media strategy, external relations, and content development; Organized high-visibility public events to raise brand awareness and influence; Planned and implemented publicity strategies; Responded to media requests and protected organization’s reputation; Established and maintained a comprehensive database of media outlets covering local, regional, and international platforms; Cultivated strong relationships with key media contacts; Collaborated with marketing team to create content and execute press releases, media advisories, and pitches; Ensured communication materials were consistent with organization’s tone and standards; Developed and executed crisis communication plans; Planned and coordinated events. Sept 2019 – Aug 2020 Mathematics Teacher @ Sava Private School Taught foundational and advanced math to secondary students using learner-centred approaches; Introduced extracurricular sessions to support numeracy and logic-building skills. ## Recommend this talent ## Related resumes * [![Photo](https://jobicy.com/react/themes/app/images/candidate.png) Logistics & Shipping SpecialistIndiaI am a seasoned logistics professional with more than 25 years of experience in international trade operations, hazardous goods management, and multi-modal transportation planning. I have built my career around…](https://jobicy.com/cv/id147934.md) * [![Photo](https://jobicy.com/react/themes/app/images/candidate.png) Administrative SpecialistSouth AfricaI am a detail-oriented administrative specialist with over 20 years of experience supporting billing, financial workflows, and day-to-day office operations. 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