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Mohammad Talha

Team Leader, FRSC Project, Nigeria

SMEC International Pty Ltd

Plans For The Future:

As an independent consultant in the development field, I see myself leading project teams successfully to deliver projects.

Career Profile:

Responsible for the proper conduct and project management of the entire consulting services and the principal contact person between the Consultant team and the Client. The assignment entails the following tasks:
• Mobilise Consultant‘s Team,
• Initial Client Visit,
• Conduct a pre-training skills audit of the selected trainees,
• Develop and customize the training material for the training program to fit FRSC needs,
• Develop a training schedule, methodology and approach
• Assess and give feedback on each of the trainees’
• Mentor and coach the trainees at the different sites
• Provide regular feedback and reports to the Corps.
• Preparation and Submission of Reports

Advice For New Professionals:

Look for opportunities to learn and make a difference wherever you go.

Role Model:

My role model is my Father of the Nation, Mohammad Ali Jinnah, from whom I learned that you should work, work and work and there is no short cut to hard work.

Family Background

My forefathers came from Lucknow, India and settled in East Bengal now Bangladesh.in the 20th century. later we migrated to West Pakistan. They were traders of game skin and later set a furniture factory in East Bengal. With the disintegration of Pakistan, we had to migrate to West Pakistan and start our live afresh in 1971. My wife's forefathers are from the famous Nawab of Dhaka family.

The Journey So Far:

It has been a scintilating experince so far with many ups & downs seeing steep rises and sudden downfuls being at the receiving end of downsizing. Over all it has been a complete learning experience of over 40 years. After completing my MBA, I started as Assistant Investment in a development baking subsequently getting an expatriate assignment in Botswana Developemtn Corporation. Currenbtly, I can be termeed as a senior and highly experienced Management Professional and Consultant with a sustained record of success in the market place. Extensive background in diverse service operations, managing human resource development, training, capacity building & strategic change. An inspirational leader and outstanding team player, who through a collaborative approach creates robust strategies to translate vision into achievements. Demonstrates strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills with with an excellent oral & written communication skills.

Working Life Management:

Despite heavy load of work, I look for opportunities to move around with my family

Done Differently:

I would be an entrepreneur rather than look for a career job.

Required Reading:

One Minute Manager, Our iceberg is melting, Who moved my cheese (Books). Websites: Linkedin, CIPD, Haravard, MIT etc

Prized Accomplishment(s):

I am proud of my specific interventions relating to capacity building in Afghanistan, Botswana, Pakistan, Liberia and Nigeria

Involvement in the Industry

• Training & capacity building: Manages, Designs, develops and delivers training programs for all levels of management including entry level, mid level and top-tier management to support organizational and personal development plans. Conducts Training Needs Assessment and evaluates the impact of training on the actual performance of the individual and the organization.
• Change Management: Defines the future vision and development of organisations based on their strategies and business plans, linking these to organisational goals and objectives. Has successfully developed the procedures of a variety of companies including the Federal Board of Revenue, creating long-term sustainable business plans and building the capacity of the organisation whilst increasing revenue by over 100%.
• People Management: Firm believer in participative style of engagement to encourage ideas and good decision making at all levels. Helps identify development needs and addresses through planned training supported with mentoring and coaching.
• Communication: Consistent, clear, inclusive and fact based communication style. Influences internal and external stakeholders by considering other viewpoints and drivers when deciding most appropriate communication method and content.

Job Profile:

The Decisions That Matter

Changing my career from finance to Human Resources

Degrees That Matter:

Yes, CIPD, MBA