Daniel Savanam
Contracts Manager
HAIMA,Al Wusta Governorate
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
8
8
Certificates
5
5
Languages
Summary
Highly experienced professional with 32 years of hands-on experience having strong knowledge of Projects Management, People’s Management, Strategic planning, Administration, leadership techniques, etc.
Conceiving innovative schemes/projects. Formulating and documenting the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for overall management of departments / projects in the Organisation.
Adept at developing and directing all core administrative functions and systems including strategic planning and management, effective implementation of strategic plans, etc.
- Presently working as Contracts Manager at Al Ghubra South Trad. Co.(An ISO 9001 : 2015 certified), a fast growing LCC Company in Sultanate of Oman.
- Worked at Karunya University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu India.as Human Resource Manager, Assistant Professor, Officer-in-Charge of Grievance Redressal Cell & Public Information Officer.
- Worked at National Council of Rural Institutes (NCRI) Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India as Coordinator & Projects Officer.
- Worked as Director at Village Reconstruction Organisation, an International Non-Govt. Organisation
Work History
General Manager/Contracts Manager
AGSTC
HAIMA, Al Wusta Governorate
11.2016 - Current
- Strategic planning and coordination of varied PDO projects
- Draft, evaluate, negotiate, and execute contracts
- Establish and maintain clients’ relationships by serving as a single point for contractual matters
- Provide contract-related issue resolution, both internally and externally
- Monitor and complete contract close-out, extension, or renewal, as appropriate
- Communicate contract-related information to all stakeholders
- Improving productivity efficiency and profitability through the provision of effective methods and strategies
- Formulating and implementing HSE policies and procedures to maximize output
- Monitoring adherence to company’s rules, regulations and operating procedures
- Human resource planning and performance management.
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
- Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Human Resource Manager
Karunya University
Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Supporting the University’s strategic goals and developing HR planning strategies
- Implementing University’s HR Policies and SOPs as they apply to employee relations, compensation, benefits, safety, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management
- Staff Recruitment and selection - Preparing job adverts, application forms shortlisting, conducting staff selection interviews, induction and preparing job descriptions, etc.
- Preparation of review committee and staff selection committee meeting agendas and minutes
- Assisting in formulation and documentation of University Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on varied key functional areas of the University
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
Officer In-Charge , Grievance Redressal Cell
Karunya University
Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Facilitating prompt disposal of day-to-day grievances of students, faculty, staff and other stakeholders of the University
- To monitor and respond to grievances posted on UGC students Online Students Grievance Redressal Portal
- Expedite Public Information services to the applicants under the Right to Information Act, 2005
- Assisting in formulation and documentation of University Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on varied key functional areas of the University
- Preparing project proposals pertinent to extension programmes for external funding support
- Networking with institutes of higher learning/ Universities, Govt. Agencies, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs/INGOs, etc.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Asst. Professor, Directorate of Intl Collaboration
Karunya University
Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Assisting in Student and Faculty enrichment & exchange programmes
- Assisting in implementation & monitoring of agreed collaborative initiatives
- Planning and monitoring of extension programmes
- Networking with national institutes Govt
- Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc
- Designing new concepts /strategic plans
- Preparing project proposals for external funding
- Reporting, concept presentation, etc
- Facilitated academic and community collaborations to increase number of community-engaged research proposal submissions to extramural funders.
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
- Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Assistant Professor
Karunya University
Karunya Nagar, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Assisting in Student and Faculty enrichment & exchange programmes.
- Assisting in implementation & monitoring of agreed collaborative initiatives.
- Planning, executing, and monitoring of extension programmes
- Networking with national institutes Govt. Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc.
- Preparing project proposals for external funding.
- Reporting, concept presentation, etc
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Coordinator & Projects Officer
National Council of Rural Institutes, MHRD, GoI
Hyderabad, Telangana
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Administering outreach programmes - workshops, seminars, conferences, campaigns, etc
- Monitoring and evaluation of projects related to the promotion of rural higher education
- Networking with national and international institutes Govt Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc
- Designing, conceiving and strategic implementation of innovative projects.
- Planning and Conducting workshops, seminars, conferences, campaigns, etc
- Designing/conceiving and implementation of YSP programmes
- Periodical reporting, etc.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
Programme Officer
National Council of Rural Institutes, MHRD GoI
Hyderabad, Telangana
08.2009 - 01.2010
- Networking with national institutes Govt Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc
- Designing/conceiving and implementation of Youth Sensitisation Programmes
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with Rural Institutes, Civil society organisations, Universities, Govt. agencies
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Director - Central Services
Village Reconstruction Organisation
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
03.2008 - 03.2009
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Optimized operational processes using analytics tools to address client-specific metrics.
- Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased quality in Projects management
Deputy Operational Director
Village Reconstruction Organisation, Pedakakani
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
04.2007 - 03.2008
- Strategic planning and General administration, Scrutiny, Sanctioning of rural developmental projects/programmes
- Designing and facilitating interventions to build organizational capacities in collaboration with partner organisations & Govt
- Developing and coordinating processes to ensure all programmes / projects are adequately and appropriately staffed
- Networking with national institutes Govt. Agencies, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc
- Periodical Reporting to the Donors, sponsors resource partners/funding agencies.
- Preparation of Annual Operation Budgets and monitoring utilization
- Leading performance management processes including organizational review
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Personnel Officer/Volunteers’ Officer
Village Reconstruction Organisation
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
04.2004 - 04.2007
- HR strategic planning, recruitment, selection, induction, etc
- Performance management
- Developing and coordinating processes to ensure all programmes / projects are adequately and appropriately staffed
- Designing need based in-service training programmes and bespoke modules
- Implementing welfare schemes meant to enable staff to reach their fullest potential
- Coordinating the Pay-roll management systems
- Periodical reporting to the Donor agencies/Sponsors and Govt. Departments
- Statutory compliance
- Networking with national institutes Govt, Agencies, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc.
Educational Coordinator
Village Reconstruction Organisation
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
04.1996 - 04.2004
- Strategic planning and Coordination of Learning Programmes
- Designing Training modules for learning guides and organising periodical training programmes/ capacity building programmes for Learning Guides –teachers
- Networking with national institutes Govt. Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc
- Developing innovating schemes meant for promotion of rural higher education
- Periodical Reporting to the resource partners/funding agencies
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives for activities, distributing variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
- Participated in workshops, seminars, education programs and other activities promoting professional growth and development.
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans, and renew enrollments.
- Tracked educational program progress to identify strengths and opportunities.
- Coordinated departmental teams to successfully integrate new educational programs.
- Attended professional educational and developmental meetings to support accreditation and grant writing.
In-Charge, Child Labour Rehab. Project - ILO
Village Reconstruction Organisation
Jaggampet -Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
08.1993 - 06.1996
- Coordination of the Child Labour Rehabilitation Project under Child Labour Action and Support Project (CLASP) - International Labour Organisation (ILO)
- Rescue of child labourers from hazardous working conditions
- Networking with national institutes Govt., Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc.
- Preparing and implementing Master work plan for project execution
- Mainstreaming of the learners – into Govt. Day/residential schools
- Monitoring and conducting periodical evaluation
- Periodical reporting to the Donor agencies/Sponsors and Govt. Departments
Learning Guide – Aide-et-Action
Village Reconstruction Organisation
Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
05.1991 - 08.1993
- Preparing and implementing Master work plan for project execution
- Mainstreaming of the learners – into Govt., Day/residential schools
- Monitoring and conducting periodical evaluation
- Periodical reporting to the Donor agencies/Sponsors and Govt., Departments.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Networking with national institutes Govt., Agencies, Universities, Rural Institutes/potential NGOs, etc
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
Education
MBA - General Management
MHRM - Master of Human Resources Management - People's Management
M.A - Psychology
B.A - IRPM (Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
Intermediate -
Skills
Excellent command of subject knowledge for accurate presentation of ideas in written and oral formats as well as to comprehend the ideas of othersStrong ability to get along with all types of people in a variety of situationsAdept at developing and directing all core administrative functions and systems including strategic planning and management, effective implementation of strategic plans, etc
Contract Negotiation
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Training and Development
Accomplishments
- Attended promotional meetings and projects review meetings in Switzerland
- Attended HSE review meetings in Muscat – Sultanate of Oman
- Attended Master Educational Resource Training at Calcutta
- Attended over 35 training programmes / workshops pertinent to projects planning, Implementation and monitoring, in different parts of India and abroad
- Conducted several workshops, seminars & conferences at National & State level in collaboration with Institutes of Higher learning and rural institutes
- Served as resource person in several YSP training camps, workshops, seminars, etc
Certification
Course : Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA)
Additional Information
AWARDS :
- Funding Projects Achievement award- Karunya University, Coimbatore.
- Child Labourers Rehabilitation achievement award - ILO
- Master Educational Leadership Award
- Best Project Manager award
- People's Manager
KEY ATTRIBUTES:
- Proven effectiveness as a team player to bring about positive attitude.
- Work well under challenging conditions with a sustained positive attitude.
- Strong service ethics with exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Professional demeanor in written and oral communication.
- Quality consciousness and collaborative in nature
- Self motivated with managerial skills combined with strong analytical skills
- Able to keep-up commitments and achieve goals in a cross-cultural setting
- Driven to contribute to program outcomes by facilitating engagement and supporting learning objectives.
Work Availability
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Timeline
General Manager/Contracts Manager - AGSTC
11.2016 - Current
Human Resource Manager - Karunya University
05.2016 - 09.2016
Officer In-Charge , Grievance Redressal Cell - Karunya University
01.2014 - 05.2016
Asst. Professor, Directorate of Intl Collaboration - Karunya University
09.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Professor - Karunya University
06.2012 - 09.2012
Coordinator & Projects Officer - National Council of Rural Institutes, MHRD, GoI
01.2010 - 02.2012
Programme Officer - National Council of Rural Institutes, MHRD GoI
08.2009 - 01.2010
Director - Central Services - Village Reconstruction Organisation
03.2008 - 03.2009
Deputy Operational Director - Village Reconstruction Organisation, Pedakakani
04.2007 - 03.2008
Personnel Officer/Volunteers’ Officer - Village Reconstruction Organisation
04.2004 - 04.2007
Educational Coordinator - Village Reconstruction Organisation
04.1996 - 04.2004
In-Charge, Child Labour Rehab. Project - ILO - Village Reconstruction Organisation
08.1993 - 06.1996
Learning Guide – Aide-et-Action - Village Reconstruction Organisation
05.1991 - 08.1993
Annamalai University - MBA, General Management
Annamalai University - MHRM - Master of Human Resources Management, People's Management
Andhra University - M.A, Psychology
Acharya Nagarjuna University - B.A, IRPM (Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
St. Marks Lutheran Junior College - Intermediate,