Murad Sahawneh has an extensive and diverse work experience in various leadership and board member roles. Currently, they serve as the GCHRO, Group Chief Human Resource Officer, at Power International Holding, where they lead the HR strategy and transformation for a conglomerate divided into five sectors. Murad Sahawneh, works closely with the executive management team to design and implement effective HR initiatives to support the company's growth and expansion plans. Furthermore, Sahawneh is a board committee member at Baladna Food Industries and Estithmar Holding, where they contribute to the nomination and remuneration processes. Murad Sahawneh, is also the President of the HR Leaders Club at SAP SuccessFactors. In previous roles, they have worked as a senior vice president and chief people officer at Innovation Consulting Group ICG and held various HR positions at Arab Bank, including head of HR transformation. Additionally, Sahawneh has served as a board member and council member in different organizations, showcasing their commitment to leadership and strategic decision-making.
Murad Sahawneh holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on global studies from the University of Bedfordshire. Murad Sahawneh, completed this degree between 2018 and 2020.
In addition to their MBA, Murad has obtained multiple certifications to enhance their professional expertise. In 2008, they received certifications in Job Analysis & Job Family Modeling and Job Evaluation from Korn Ferry. In 2009, they obtained the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI). Murad Sahawneh, went on to achieve the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification in 2011.
Murad's commitment to professional development continued with the acquisition of further certifications in subsequent years. In 2014, they obtained both the Certified Human Resources Manager (CHRM) certification from the International Academy of Business and Financial Management and the Senior Professional in Human Resources - International (SPHRi) certification from HRCI. The following year, in 2015, they earned the Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) certification from HRCI and the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification from SHRM. Murad also completed the International Certificate in Advanced Leadership Skills (ICALS) program from the International Academy of Business and Financial Management in 2015.
Continuing their professional advancement and specialization, Murad obtained several additional certifications. In 2018, they completed the Certified Professional Trainer (CPT) program from IAPPD Global. In 2019, they acquired certifications in Design Thinking: Understanding the Process and HR and Digital Transformation from LinkedIn. In the same year, they also obtained a Workforce Analytics upSkill Micro-Credential from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI).
Most recently, in 2020, Murad achieved certification as a Certified Digital HR Specialist from AIHR | Academy to Innovate HR. Looking ahead, they are set to acquire certifications in Building Resilience and Leadership Foundations from LinkedIn in 2023.
Murad Sahawneh's education history demonstrates a dedication to continuous learning and professional growth in the field of human resources.
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