Ahmad Shahir Mukhtar

AHMAD SHAHIR MUKHTAR SUMMARY WORK EXPERIENCE HR Intern A highly skilled and adaptable Business Administration student with a boasting extensive experience in human resources, trade finance, procurement, and contracting. Proven expertise in recruitment, employee relations, team leadership, and HR management, demonstrated through roles as HR Assistant and Intern across various international organizations including GAO Tek Inc., Euro Exim Bank, IRC, UNESCO MEGIEB and UNICEF. Adept in managing cross-functional teams and working in dynamic, remote environments, with a track record of supporting organizational goals through strategic HR practices. Committed to leveraging strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities to drive operational efficiency and employee engagement. Passionate about supporting educational initiatives for Afghan youth through volunteer efforts with Unique Academy, led by Ahmad Shahir Mukhtar. International Institute of SDG’s and Public Policy Research (IISPPR) / February, 2025 - June, 2025 As an HR Intern at IISPPR, I support the HR team in various administrative and operational tasks. My responsibilities include: Assisting with recruitment, including job postings, resume screening, and interview scheduling. Managing employee records and ensuring HR databases are up to date. Supporting the onboarding process for new hires by preparing documents and coordinating orientation sessions. Helping with internal communications, including drafting emails and announcements. Assisting in organizing training programs and employee engagement initiatives. Ensuring compliance with company policies and labor regulations. Performing general HR administrative tasks as needed. Tade Finance Executive PROFILE First street of qala-e-najarha 11th district Kabul Afghanistan   -m - Euro Exim Bank / August, 2024 - December, 2024 As a Trade Finance Executive at Euro Exim Bank, I was responsible for facilitating international trade transactions and ensuring smooth financial operations. My key responsibilities included : .Engaging with clients to understand their trade finance needs and providing suitable financial solutions. .Assisting businesses in securing Letters of Credit (LCs), Bank Guarantees (BGs), and other trade finance instruments. .Communicating with financial institutions and clients to process trade finance transactions efficiently. .Conducting due diligence on trade documentation to ensure compliance with international banking regulations. .Managing and maintaining relationships with customers, ensuring high-quality service. .Supporting the sales and marketing team in promoting trade finance products. HR Team Leader GAO TEK Inc.., / June, 2024 - December, 2024 At GAO Tek Inc., I progressed from an HR Intern to HR Assistant, and then to HR Team Leader for Afghanistan and Egypt territories. As an HR Intern, I assisted with employee records, recruitment, onboarding, and administrative tasks. As an HR Assistant, I coordinated recruitment, managed employee records, SKILLS supported training, and handled benefits administration. As HR Team Leader, I led HR functions across both regions, developed HR strategies, oversaw recruitment, and supported team members, ensuring efficient operations and addressing employee concerns. SPSS Microsoft Package Procurement and Contracting Intern QuickBooks International Rescue Committee / April, 2022 - December, 2023 As a Procurement and Contracting Intern at IRC, I assisted in managing SimplexTF procurement processes by sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotes, and preparing purchase orders. I helped with reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with IceWarp organizational policies, and maintaining accurate procurement records. My role also involved coordinating with different departments to fulfill material and service requests and supporting the contracting team in administrative tasks related to vendor agreements and documentation. SAS Volunteer Surveyor UNICEF / April, 2021 - December, 2023 As a Volunteer Surveyor at UNICEF, I was responsible for collecting data through Email surveys to support various projects. I assisted in designing and administering PERSONAL INFORMATION surveys to gather accurate information from targeted communities. My role also involved analyzing data, compiling reports, and ensuring the proper Birthday : 03/02/2004 documentation of findings. I worked closely with the team to ensure the quality Nationality : Afghan Gender : Male and reliability of the survey data, contributing to UNICEF’s efforts in monitoring and improving the welfare of children and families. Marital Status : Single Team Supervisor LANGUAGES Dari Expert UNESCO MGIEB / October, 2020 - December, 2020 As a Team Lead and Supervisor for the 3-month DICE project at UNESCO MEGIB, I managed and coordinated the project team, ensuring tasks were completed on Pashto Expert time and within scope. I supervised the execution of project activities, provided English Fluent guidance and support to team members, and ensured the quality of deliverables. I also facilitated communication between stakeholders, tracked Urdu Intermediate project progress, and contributed to the development of project reports and presentations, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. EDUCATION Bachelor in Business Administration Kardan University / September, 2022 - Continue, Developed a strong foundation in business management, human resources, marketing, and finance. Strengthened leadership, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making skills. Specialized in a generalist track, gaining versatile expertise across multiple business functions. Applied theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges through case studies, projects, and practical analysis. High school Abdul Ghafoor Nadim / March, 2009 - December, 2021 High school Diploma Diploma (Companies and Financial Accounting) The Open University / November, 2024 - Continue, This course explained the legal characteristics of limited companies and how limited companies raise finance through ordinary shares and loan capital. It also introduced the interests of company stakeholders, and looked at three different perspectives on companies and their role in society. Finally, it introduced the formats of company financial statements in comparison with those of sole traders. Diploma in English Language Cambridge International Organization / January, 2021 - January, 2022 General English Speaking, Writing, Grammar and, TOEFL iBT Financial Crisis Management Financial Aid Afghanistan / September, 2024 - Continue, I learned to identify, assess, and manage financial crises, focusing on risk analysis, crisis prevention, and recovery strategies to ensure business continuity. Project Management Professional Coursera / September, 2024 - Continue, Project Management Professional (PMP) Course – Coursera Completed an in-depth PMP course covering project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Gained knowledge of project management frameworks, risk assessment, stakeholder communication, and Agile methodologies. Developed skills in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to manage projects effectively. TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS Management Leadership Saylor Academy / 2024 Principal of Finance Saylor Academy / 2024 Basics of Finance HP LIFE / 2024 Online Debate Competition Brain Wiz / 2020 Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection OPSWAT Academy / 2024 Effective Leadership HP LIFE / 2024 Digital Marketing GAO Tek inc.., / 2024 International Conclave on supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management Uniathena / 2024 Foundation of Project Management Coursera / 2024 Agile Project Management Coursera / 2024 Applying Project Management In The Real World Coursera / 2024 Training in Human Resources Management GAO Tek inc.., / 2024 AWARDS & HONORS Academic Excellence Award 2023 Awarded for outstanding academic performance and maintaining a high GPA throughout my studies in Business Administration. This prestigious recognition reflects my dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to achieving excellence in my coursework and academic endeavors. Academic Excellence Award 2024 Awarded for outstanding academic performance and maintaining a high GPA throughout my studies in Business Administration. This prestigious recognition reflects my dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to achieving excellence in my coursework and academic endeavors. Academic Excellence Award 2024 Awarded for outstanding academic performance and maintaining a high GPA throughout my studies in Business Administration. This prestigious recognition reflects my dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to achieving excellence in my coursework and academic endeavors. Academic Excellence xcellence Award 2025 Awarded for outstanding academic performance and maintaining a high GPA throughout my studies in Business Administration. This prestigious recognition reflects my dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to achieving excellence in my coursework and academic endeavors.