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Durr-e-Najaf Akhtar
Career Objective
To make a cohesive fit in an organization and utilize my vast people oriented experience and my Business Administration skills. My ultimate goal would be to contribute towards the companys growth that would also enable me to transfer my best abilities into my job function.

Profile

Personal Development Trainer / Image Consultancy Designing and tailoring soft skill training programs Excellent Drafting Skills Excellent People skills PR & Media management skills Employer Branding Team leadership expertise and honors Exceptional Communication / Presentation / Public Speaking Skills Articulate in expression, verbal and written (English, Urdu) Outstanding planning, organizational and multi-tasking skills Strong analytical and decision making skills Multitasking & Prioritizing Event Planning & Organizing Conflict Management / Resolution Organizational Enhancement Possess a "CAN DO" and "WILL DO" attitude Astounding Time Management Singer, Song Writer, Anchor & Stylist,
YEAR INSTITUTION

Education
DEGREE

Masters in Business Administration Bachelors on Arts

2010 2007

Preston University Islamabad, Pakistan Punjab University French, Journalism and Education

Employment History
ORGANIZATION

POSITION HELD FROM TO

LMK Resources

HR Executive CSR / TL / HR & Admin Officer Intern

March 2008

April 2012

Touchstone Communication

June 2004

January 2008

Citibank

June 2002

December 2002

Work Experience

1. Nucleus Events (Pvt.) ltd January 2010 till Date Manager HR / Marketing and Public Relations Event Management from inception to execution (Aghahi Awards 2012, Shaping the Future of Journalism First ever Journalism Awards in Pakistan) Answering enquiries from the press and other media representatives Writing press releases and news reports Developing media contacts Monitoring media coverage Devising marketing strategies Preparing media evaluation reports Attending press conferences and media interviews Distributing press releases Informing members of the public (as well as the press) about events and initiatives Keeping up-to-date with all issues that affect the company or organization Leading a team to organize media events and promotional activities Generating ideas to gain more media coverage Acting as the speaker for the company Supporting in product launch events, marketing campaigns and advertising programs Maintaining good relationship with the public media including local advertising firms and national magazines and e-newspapers Reviewing editorial schedule and ensuring the brand image to be presented Giving introduction about the company in press conferences, public events and seminars Ensuring high-quality media coverage for the companys website and PR. Consulting with external specialists regarding PR problems or public interviews; Write and deliver public announcements of the company

Work Experience

2. LMKR (Pvt.) ltd March 2008 till April 2012 ( Multinational Oil & Gas Service Provider Concern) HR Executive for Benefits & Trainings / HSSE & Benefits Executive Conducted companywide Training Need Analysis, Prepared Training Calendar, coordinated, materialized and recorded all technical and non-technical trainings (National & International) on TMS (Lotus Utility). Managed campus recruitment drives and Employer Branding campaigns. Corporate event management and media coordination. Wrote press releases when and if required and coordinated with print media for publishing. Maintained relations with editors and analysts relevant to our industry. Conducted image consultancy and personal development / soft skill trainings. Maximized resource utilization through pipeline forecasting, skills and qualification tracking, and resource search and resource request functionality. Drafted corporate reports, memorandum, edited policies and responsible for internal communication.

Prepared Analysis on Corporate, Health and Life Insurances for the organization. Benefits Administration.(Filing claims, coordinating with insurance companies, reporting monthly changes, liaison between finance & insurance company for payment processing after verification) Close liaison between HR and Business Unit. Managed the General Services Division (62 Resources) from recruiting to dismissal. Performed difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administered disciplinary procedures Served as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts to resolve work-related problems Acted as an HSSE Manager and first point of contact for any and all emergencies. Corporate event planning and coordination.

3. Touchstone Communications, Islamabad June 2004 till January 2008 Designation: CSR / TL / HR & Admin Administrator

Customer Services Sales Representative on several U.S based mortgage sales projects. Mentored, trained and managed a team of 12 resources. Devised CSR hiring, training, management and retention programs. Conducted on-job and class room sales training. Conducted communication skills trainings.

3. Citibank Summer Internship Program June Dec 2002 Designation: Intern

Certifications References 1. Farooq Butt CEO Nucleus Events 0300-5192052 2. Yusuf Hussain MD AFPAK LMKR / CEO ASKOLI 03005001708 3. Muhammad Taimoor HR Manager LMKR 0334-8567177 Maintained office records and reference files on various subjects. Performed other duties/assignments as and when required. Assisted in organizing training activities. Assisted on the HR issues including hiring, contracts, Results and Competencies Assessment and other administrative issues Level one Management Training American Accent Neutralization MS Office suit