Avani Thakkar Email & Phone Number

Ahmedabad, Gj, In

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, In

Training Needs Analysis: Collaborating with DOE's , PM , EM's , Head of Department and Head of Engineering along with HR to conduct thorough training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and learning requirements across the organization. Analyze performance data, employee feedback, and industry trends to develop targeted training solutions.Training Program Design and Development: Design and develop comprehensive training programs, both in-person and virtual, using a variety of instructional techniques and methodologies. Create training materials to deliver practical and engaging training sessions, including presentations, handouts, multimedia content, and e-learning modules. Ensure training materials are up-to-date, accurate, and aligned with industry standards and best practices.Training Delivery: Facilitate training sessions for individuals or groups of employees, delivering content interactively and dynamically to maximize learning outcomes. To cater to different learning styles, utilize various training methods, such as classroom instruction, workshops, webinars, role-playing, simulations, and hands-on activities. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging participation and knowledge sharing among trainees.Employee Development and Coaching: Provide personalized coaching and mentorship to employees, helping them apply newly acquired knowledge and skills to their roles effectively. Offer continuous support and feedback to participants, identifying areas for improvement and recommending further development opportunities.Training Evaluation and Improvement: Assess the effectiveness of training programs through feedback surveys, assessments, and performance metrics. Use evaluation results to improve training content, delivery methods, and learning experiences.

Ahmedabad , Gujarat , In

•Design & roll out of Training Needs Identification (TNI) process across organization•Analysis of TNI data & Planning the Training Solution•Execution of Training from Designing of program to Development and implementation across organization•Leading the Digital Learning initiatives @ MCL•Enhance the Digital Learning experience of employees through improving Learning Management System•Create Instructional design for digital modules •Support in fulfilment of training request for Leadership team•Development of Cultural survey across India (OD intervention)•Create Training dashboards across organization•Welcoming new joiners @MCL with "Induction Program - MCL Parichay"•Implementation of Competency link report for Talent Acquisition & Talent Development •Leading the "Pathshala Program - An imitative for knowledge sharing "•Supporting the improvement of process by brining in changes with the help of programs like BEI technique roll out etc.

Dubai, Ae

In my current work I work as a global resource in learning vertical. My current responsibilities include training of front line staff in Visa Application Centres (VAC) . My responsibilities include taking care of Training need analysis (TNA), Development of Training content , Preparing Training calendar, Facilitation of training . I am also responsible for Training Budgets and Training MIS .Content Development Created content for development of Behavioural skills , Grooming Skills, Selling skills & Customer Service Skills of front line staff at VAC. Training Facilitation Facilitated Training for front line staff on topics of Selling Skills , Customer service covering covering 36 training deliver days in a year. Training Process Analysed Training needs for employees at all the levels in organisation. Working with Head of the team to review the foreign university courses for the Senior Leadership Team. Learning & Development Tools Hands on experience in Learning Management System by Success Factor LMS. Used Video making , hosting tools and Microsoft Visio. Initiated usage of the MOOC’s through various platforms like edx, Linkedin Learning , Skillsoft, Linda , Coursera. Training MIS Tracking Annual Training Budget ( Planned V/s Budgeted). Publishing Training Calendar for the year. Ensuring smooth function of Certification & Re-certification (Technical Trainins) for employees at VAC. Analyzing & reporting all the training feedback which helps stakeholders in understanding the effectiveness of the training with respect to the required competency level of the employees. Automating Training records ,trackers through Smartsheets , Excel & Google applications.  L&OD reports – Designing & Publishing Monthly , Quarterly & Yearly reports to key stakeholder to help them develop strategies way forward. Support in correctness of Training record for ISO ,CMMI & PCMM 5 audits.

Dubai, Ae

•Have Experience in Developing Training Content for topics like Customer Service, Selling Skills , Grooming Skills, Attitude Building . •Training Delivery and Facilitation for front line staff @VFS Global.•Have been Program & Logistics Manager for Interdepartmental Training at the global level.•Experience in Planning , Communication ,Co-ordination and Execution of trainings for senior leaders in organisation like Leadership Development Programs at L&T Centre, Lonavala •Have Designed , Planned , Managed Logistics and Training Content for the Management Development Program (MDP) at The Learning Galaxy , Mumbai for General Managers and above Globally.•Worked with the Foreign & Local universities for the Successful roll out of training of Top Leaders at CXO level in the organisation.•Lead the Initiatives for Research based projects like Gamification , Sales Academy.•Designing , Automating and Formulating training MIS for Local & Global Team .•Creating & Motioning successful execution of the Global Training Calendar based on the TNI. •Supporting Global Training Managers with Success Factor LMS , Data Management and roll out of Training Programs locally.•Helping in Vendor Management , Team Engagement activities.•Tracking the Progress & Effectiveness of all projects with L&OD Team.•Worked on Planning and Successful Execution of Potential Development Centres(DC & AC) for the employees Locally & Globally.•Designing , Planning and Execution of Technology driven initiatives for new hire training for employees joining at all the level in organisation.•Designing of Process Trainings in the Organization at the Global level.

Dubai, Ae

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Recruitment  Updated Existing Job Descriptions for all the roles at Hyderabad Plant post Merger of Coviden & Medtronics. Recruited 4 Interns for Mechanical & Chemicals department. Performance Management  Development of new KRA’S for year 2017-2018. Designing new Competency framework in-line with new KRA’s. HR policies Lead the Creation & Successful roll out of Work From Policy at Hyderabad Plant.

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, In

Project 1 -- Study of Bench Marking Practice for Knowledge Management for same and other relevant industryProject 2 --- Designing of Employee Engagement Tools for online Portal -"INNER SPACE " along with Knowledge Management at portal.

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•Faculty for Second Year ( 120 students of Civil & Mechanical Engineering) & Final Year IT Engineering Students•Was Faculty Panelist for syllabus Designing –“ DBIRS” at Mumbai University .

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

Certificate For Continuing Education & Quality Improvement Programmers (Ce&Qip), Workforce Development And Training

Bachelor’S Degree, Information Technology

High School, Biology & Mathematics -- Science

High School