Muhammad Obaid Ali Shah Email & Phone Number

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

I have been serving as the Director of HR at the Public-Private Partnership Unit within the Finance Department of the Government of Sindh. In this role, my primary responsibilities revolve around the development of comprehensive HR policies with a strong emphasis on equal opportunities and transparent hiring practices, as well as effective performance management. I have been actively involved in recruitment efforts, including job description development, advertising, candidate screening, and… Show more I have been serving as the Director of HR at the Public-Private Partnership Unit within the Finance Department of the Government of Sindh. In this role, my primary responsibilities revolve around the development of comprehensive HR policies with a strong emphasis on equal opportunities and transparent hiring practices, as well as effective performance management. I have been actively involved in recruitment efforts, including job description development, advertising, candidate screening, and assistance to selection committees throughout the recruitment process. Additionally, I am responsible for designing and managing the rewards, benefits, and compensation structure, ensuring timely orientation, and overseeing the implementation of various training programs. Show less

Karachi

I played a pivotal role in transforming HR practices and achieving significant results. Notable accomplishments include transitioning from ad-hoc HR management to structured Terms of Reference (ToRs) and implementing an HR Management System (HRMS) integrated with the financial system, reducing payroll processing time by 4 days and lowering processing costs by 22%. I successfully introduced a Management by Objectives (MBO) based Performance Management System (PMS) within a year, briefed the… Show more I played a pivotal role in transforming HR practices and achieving significant results. Notable accomplishments include transitioning from ad-hoc HR management to structured Terms of Reference (ToRs) and implementing an HR Management System (HRMS) integrated with the financial system, reducing payroll processing time by 4 days and lowering processing costs by 22%. I successfully introduced a Management by Objectives (MBO) based Performance Management System (PMS) within a year, briefed the Board HR Committee on key statistics, including sustaining a 14% attrition rate. I managed organizational charts, job descriptions, KPIs, and the annual HR budget, overseeing HR operations with an average query resolution time of 2 working days and a hiring time of 2 weeks. I administered rewards and motivational programs, negotiated employee financing terms with a 2% spread against the market average of 6%, and secured discounts of up to 30% for clinical testing and radiological services. I also supervised disciplinary and grievance processes, ensuring resolution within a 1-week turnaround time, and successfully resolved inquiries from government entities, leading to the elimination of penalties. Show less

Karachi

I undertook various consulting assignments including conducting an Organisational Review for a Public Sector Organization, performing Workload Analysis for a textile manufacturing and retailing company, and overseeing the recruitment process for C-Suite positions within several public sector financial institutions. Additionally, I played a key role in implementing the Workday system at PwC Pakistan as a Project Manager, ensuring successful implementation within set timelines. I also served as a… Show more I undertook various consulting assignments including conducting an Organisational Review for a Public Sector Organization, performing Workload Analysis for a textile manufacturing and retailing company, and overseeing the recruitment process for C-Suite positions within several public sector financial institutions. Additionally, I played a key role in implementing the Workday system at PwC Pakistan as a Project Manager, ensuring successful implementation within set timelines. I also served as a Subject Matter Expert and Data Steward for the integration of PMDM, meeting all project deadlines. Show less

Karachi

I maintained a high level of efficiency by resolving current employee requests, queries, and grievances within a one-working-day turnaround time, and ex-employee queries by the close of business. I also successfully concluded requests for withdrawal or waiver of notice on resignation within three working days. Additionally, I played a key role in the successful appraisal process for retail banking staff and executed the challenge process. I ensured departments adhered to their allocated human… Show more I maintained a high level of efficiency by resolving current employee requests, queries, and grievances within a one-working-day turnaround time, and ex-employee queries by the close of business. I also successfully concluded requests for withdrawal or waiver of notice on resignation within three working days. Additionally, I played a key role in the successful appraisal process for retail banking staff and executed the challenge process. I ensured departments adhered to their allocated human capital budget during internal transfers and contributed to the successful overhaul of reporting lines in the Oracle HR module after organizational restructuring. Furthermore, I prepared reports and presentations as requested by department heads and the Head of Department. Show less

Karachi

As a Consulting Associate in the Human Capital Department, I standardized compensation policies and automated leave management. In the People and Organization Advisory, I managed projects for clients in oil & gas and finance, including HR manuals, VSS and ESO schemes, job analysis, and C-Suite recruitment. I also contributed to a sustainability report for a CIPS client in my initial role as an Associate.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources

Master Of Economics, Economics

Advanced Diploma In Accounting And Business, Performance Management, Risk Analysis