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Andnet Haile
Researcher/Project Manager/ HR Consultant
Tucson
Summary
Responsive researcher, project manager, and Human Resources Consultant with well-rounded experience in research design and methodology, portfolio, project, and process management, and global HR.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner/HR Consultant
Success Pathways Inc.
06.2018 - Current
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to develop and implement successful human resources systems and processes, which save expenses by 15%.
- Advise senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
- Facilitate team-building activities and initiatives, improving collaboration and engagement, which increase revenue by 20%.
- Foster a positive work environment through a comprehensive employee relations program.
- Structure compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Discover and resolve complex employee issues that affect management and business decisions, which prevent 40% of litigation costs.
- Facilitate successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Identify and implement appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Conduct exit interviews to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
- Advise clients on matters of business and strategy, talent acquisition, workforce planning and analysis, compensation and benefits, employment and labor relations, and risk management.
- Resource for HR team in areas of recruitment, employee leaves, employee relations, performance evaluations, records, discipline, special projects, safety, and payroll.
- Maintains job classification system, assesses training needs, develops instructional design systems, and trains employees.
- Improve workflow and collaboration across all business units, establish and track metrics for department, conduct research on new HR best practices and trends, recommending process change, policy review and revision.
- Establish succession planning processes to ensure leadership continuity within the company.
- Enhance employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
- Interprets employment laws, policies, and procedures by researching laws and changes; researching applicant and employee complaints; conducting internal investigations; facilitating employee grievance processes; and preparing reports. Conducts compensation surveys by gathering and analyzing information, and monitors employee pay equity issues.
- Ensure compliance with Labor Law Regulation, ADA, ADEA, COBRA, BSA, EPA, DOL Rules, EEOC Regulations, ERISA, EU Transfer Directive, EU Data Protection Regulation, Treaties and Agreements, FLSA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation Claims, HIPAA, ICRA, IRC, ILTD, OSHA, NLRA, PDA, PPCA, and Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Ensure department strategy and goals are aligned with organizational needs, specifications, service requests, customer needs and market demands.
- Analyze turnover data to identify trends and develop strategies for improving employee retention.
- Develop and empower HR employee relations staff through training, feedback, and project participation, and strategic implementation of employee engagement and organizational culture.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
- Conduct employee surveys and interviews to evaluate employee engagement and job satisfaction levels.
- Investigate and liaise with legal counsel to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues, consistent with EEO laws.
- Develop comprehensive benefits packages to attract top talent and improve overall workforce satisfaction.
Foreclosure Manager
Dashen Bank S.Co
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Managed Power of Sale Foreclosure pursued by Bank that generated 12% in revenue, provided legal advice to management, negotiated contracts with external parties, and directed entire foreclosure proceedings.
- Conducted legal and industry research, as necessary, in supporting corporate legal actions.
- Documented accounts with actions taken, correspondence, and explanation of controllable versus uncontrollable foreclosure delays.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure that all foreclosure actions and related documentation were accurate, complete, and in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Streamlined workflow by creating comprehensive procedures manuals for staff members involved in various stages of the foreclosure process.
- Mitigated reputational risk by ensuring ethical practices were followed throughout the entire foreclosure process.
- Updated mortgage and foreclosure databases, verified complete and accessible information, and performed periodic analyses and review of data.
- Delivered training and guidance to other team members, and verified updates of mortgage policies according to institutional and legal standards, which saved associates administrative tasks by 50%.
- Developed strong working relationships with attorney network and foreclosure departments.
- Reviewed foreclosure reports for out-of-standard or approaching timelines and addressed inconsistencies.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
Adjunct Instructor
Addis Ababa University College of Law
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Taught Constitutional Law and Administrative Law courses, providing instruction to up to 170 undergraduate students.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Boosted collaboration among students with group projects and interactive activities.
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Monitored students progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Taught Constitutional Law and Administrative Law courses, providing instruction to up to 170 students.
Lead Researcher
Federal Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Agencies Institute
12.2012 - 08.2015
- Optimized data collection methods for improved reliability and validity of results obtained from various sources.
- Streamlined project management processes for increased efficiency and timely deliverables.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align research objectives with organizational goals, maximizing impact on target audience.
- Developed contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies in response to potential challenges or unforeseen obstacles that could impact research progress or outcomes.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of researchers funded by WBG and DFID pertains to justice sector reform , fostering a supportive environment that encouraged growth and learning.
- Conducted rigorous statistical analyses on collected data to uncover significant patterns and correlations among variables under study.
- Participated as a member of the Advisory Committee while the Supreme Court promulgated the Federal Sentencing Guideline.
Project Manager
Transparency International
10.2010 - 12.2012
- Led the ALAC- Advocacy and Legal Advice Center devoted to protecting victims of grand corruption in the public center in partnership with federal and state law enforcement agencies.
- Managed the CPI-Corruption Perception Index Project conducted annually by the office.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the office.
- Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines.
Education
LLM - US Law
University of Arizona James Rogers College of Law
Tucson, AZ05.2020
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2018
LLM - International Business Law
Central European University
Budapest, Hungary07.2014
Skills
Critical Evaluation, Project Management, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Research and Writing, Cultural Competence, and Global mindset
Affiliations
- Federal Justice and Law Research and Training Institute
- Project Management Institute
- Transparency International
Certification
SPHR , GPHR, PMP
Interests
Publications
- Enforcement of Consumer Protection in the New Legal Regime of Ethiopia in the light of the EU and US laws and practices: A Comparative Analysis
- The Legal Effects of Void and Voidable Contracts in the Ethiopian Civil Code, published on Ethiopian Amharic Gazette,"Reporter"
- The Legal Effects of Post-dating Checks under the Ethiopian Commercial Code, published on Ethiopian Amharic Gazette, " Reporter"
- The Implementation of the Federal Government Procurement Laws, published on Ethiopian Amharic Gazette, "Reporter"
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner/HR Consultant
Success Pathways Inc.
06.2018 - Current
Foreclosure Manager
Dashen Bank S.Co
08.2015 - 07.2016
Adjunct Instructor
Addis Ababa University College of Law
09.2014 - 07.2016
Lead Researcher
Federal Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Agencies Institute
12.2012 - 08.2015
Project Manager
Transparency International
10.2010 - 12.2012
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
LLM - International Business Law
Central European University
LLM - US Law
University of Arizona James Rogers College of Law