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Safura Mikayilova

Baki

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills;

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills;

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry - level HR Manager position.

Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Very competent at using Excell and Google sheet for data entry and analysis.

Excellent multitasking and applying real-world solutions to long-term licensing issues.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of HR / License Manager / TMS Manager

Gabala Sport Club LLC
Baki City
06.2023 - Current
  • Transfer Matching System (TMS) is an online system that makes international transfers of players between clubs quicker, smoother and more transparent.
  • Within the FIFA Legal & Compliance Division, the Regulatory Enforcement Department is in charge of running and administrating the Transfer Matching System (TMS) and through this system, the departure and arrival of football players, their compensation claims and, in short,all of a legionnaire controls. and etc.

Head of HR / License Manager

Gabala Sport Club LLC
Baki City
05.2017 - Current
  • Monitored compliance with employment laws and regulations by conducting regular audits of payroll records and other documents related to human resources functions.
  • Identified potential areas of risk within the organization's HR practices and provided solutions accordingly.
  • Managed all recruitment processes including job postings, interviews, background checks, offer letters and onboarding activities.
  • Proper orientation of employees (especially within the department) and correct distribution of work and monitoring of processes for the goals of the enterprise, etc.

Head of Recruiting Management/License Manager

Gabala Sport Club LLC
Baki City
08.2013 - 05.2017
  • Collaborated with HR colleagues on employee retention efforts by improving the onboarding experience.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors and agencies related to recruitment activities.
  • Monitored recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness.
  • Researched industry trends and identified best practices for sourcing talent.
  • Aligned HR policies with local regulations.

HR Manager/Recruitment Specialist

Gabala Sport Club LLC
Baki city
06.2010 - 08.2013
  • Performed routine data entry or document management.
  • Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.
  • Responded to requests for information from the public, other municipalities, or state and federal legislative offices.
  • Preparing employee acceptance and termination orders.
  • Uploading data to the portal system and recording any necessary changes after its implementation.
  • Drafting contracts.
  • Creating instructions.
  • Establishing rules and regulations.
  • Adapting and managing all tasks to fit the football industry since the sports specialization was football ( for this, i maintained close combination with the Ministry of Sports and the Football Federation of Azerbaijan);
  • Providing notifications based on employee instructions.
  • Receiving and addressing employee requests and complaints, maintaining a list.
  • Opening and completing workbooks.
  • Organizing and maintaining archives.
  • Working with the 1C program for the aforementioned tasks.
  • Preparing documents for the issuance of visas to foreign visitors of the sport club (temporary residence permit);
  • Submitting documents for obtaining the UEFA license for the club (the club's participation in UEFA is the most significant feature);
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Working with the Azerbaijan Republic Labor Code, Migration Code, and other required decisions by AFFA and UEFA.

Assistant Director

Baku International School ( BIS in QSI)
Baki city
09.2008 - 05.2010
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Managed data transfers and proactively resolved issues at manufacturing sites through effective troubleshooting (students data was transferred by special program to Yemen, Sanaa;
  • Help out in any other area that is required by the school administration.
  • Was responsible for the planning of and the delivery of all the aforementioned in accordance to the Quality School International (QSI) curriculum, Guidelines for teacher and according to the direction of the school administration

Tutor

Esperanto Language Center
Baki city
01.2004 - 09.2008
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support and develop study skills and strategies.
  • Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
  • Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
  • Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.

Private Language Tutor

Azerbaijan Head Procuator's Office
Baki city
03.2006 - 06.2006
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
  • Monitored student progress, provided feedback, and support.
  • Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
  • Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
  • Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
  • Last duty, one was to test the English level of lawyer students for their records.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Historian

Azerbaijan State Pedagogical İnstitution
Baki, Azerbaijan
06.2007

High School Diploma -

Esperanto Languages Center
Baki, Azerbaijan
01.2004

Skills

  • Large-Scale Events Planning
  • Office Organization
  • Business Recordkeeping
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Human Resources Department Processes
  • Confidential Records Management
  • License Application Review
  • Administrative Management
  • Fee Management
  • Document Organization
  • Licensing Requirements for football management
  • Permit Issuance
  • Permit and License Processing
  • Departmental Operations
  • Records Filing
  • Troubleshooting Issues
  • Administrative Procedures
  • Law and Government
  • Labor Relations and negotiations
  • Employee Relations
  • Payroll Management
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Certificate of Appreciation through effectively helping with UEFA Europe match preparations.
  • Collaborated in the development of U 15 International Gabala Cup, 2012,2013,2014
  • Winner of the award a diploma for active participation and dedication during the licensing process for club's participation in the UEFA Europe League, 2015-2016.
  • At the same year, 2015-2016 UEFA season, Gabala SC represented Azerbaijan in the UEFA club meetings organized by AFFA (Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan) and i represented the Club.
  • Achieved a qualification/diploma by completing course of "Licensing Managers" with accuracy and efficiency with successfully passing the exam, 2017-2018

Certification

  • ONGOİNG TRAİNİNGS - preparation for SHRM SCP and İELTS level
  • Certificate by Hoffman CO - HR trends - 2024, August
  • Certificate by Hoffman CO - Communication Skills in Management - 2024, May
  • Certificate by HR Option - HR Planning -2024
  • Certificate by Barattson - HR PRO - 2024
  • HR Strategy - HR Option - September, 2023
  • HR Analytics - HR Option - April, 2023
  • HR MBA program - (included business management, HR management, personnel administration, automation, system construction) - HR Option July, 2023
  • Excell and payroll training courses - October- November, 2022
  • Labor code and personnel administration - Business Management School - June - July, 2019 - and achieved "Success certificate";
  • Toefl English courses - Esperanto Language Center - Advanced success diploma -2007-2008

Additional Information

Other skills:

Knitting cross stich (professional)

Dancing (salsa, native dance)

Painting (amateur)

Memberships and other occupation

1. Member of AHRP (Azerbaijan Human Resources Platform) 

2. Training Labor Legislation - HR Option, September, 2023 - still going on

Timeline

Head of HR / License Manager / TMS Manager

Gabala Sport Club LLC
06.2023 - Current

Head of HR / License Manager

Gabala Sport Club LLC
05.2017 - Current

Head of Recruiting Management/License Manager

Gabala Sport Club LLC
08.2013 - 05.2017

HR Manager/Recruitment Specialist

Gabala Sport Club LLC
06.2010 - 08.2013

Assistant Director

Baku International School ( BIS in QSI)
09.2008 - 05.2010

Private Language Tutor

Azerbaijan Head Procuator's Office
03.2006 - 06.2006

Tutor

Esperanto Language Center
01.2004 - 09.2008

Bachelor of Science - Historian

Azerbaijan State Pedagogical İnstitution

High School Diploma -

Esperanto Languages Center
Safura Mikayilova