Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Mohamed Cipd is an accomplished Talent Acquisition professional with over a decade of experience in the Middle East region. As the Director of Talent Acquisition - Middle East at Hill International, Inc., he leads a team of talent acquisition specialists, driving strategic hiring initiatives to support the company's growth and project delivery in the region.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role as Director of Talent Acquisition - Middle East, Mohamed is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top-caliber professionals. He works closely with business leaders to understand their workforce requirements and designs tailored recruiting solutions to meet their needs. Under his leadership, the talent acquisition team has achieved significant improvements in time-to-hire, employee retention, and overall hiring quality.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Mohamed held various talent acquisition positions at Hill International, Inc., steadily advancing from Talent Acquisition Manager to Senior Talent Acquisition Manager. He has also gained valuable experience in the industry, having previously worked as a Senior Recruiting Specialist and Recruiter at Parsons Corporation, and as a Human Resources Officer and Human Resources Assistant at Kharafi National.
Throughout his career, Mohamed has demonstrated a deep understanding of the Middle East's talent landscape, leveraging his expertise to drive innovative recruitment strategies and build high-performing teams. His ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, analyze data, and implement data-driven solutions has been instrumental in delivering measurable improvements to his clients' hiring processes.
Academic Background
Mohamed holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Sharjah, where he graduated with Distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition Strategy and Planning
- Employer Branding and Candidate Engagement
- Recruitment Process Optimization
- Workforce Planning and Analytics
- Talent Pipeline Development
- Performance-based Hiring
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Professional Impact
Under Mohamed's leadership, the talent acquisition team at Hill International, Inc. has achieved significant milestones, including:
- Reducing time-to-hire by 25% through the implementation of a streamlined recruitment process
- Increasing employee retention by 18% through the development of comprehensive onboarding and employee engagement programs
- Expanding the company's talent pool by 35% through the implementation of targeted employer branding and social media strategies
Conclusion
With his deep industry expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving impactful talent acquisition initiatives, Mohamed Cipd is poised to continue making a valuable contribution to the growth and success of Hill International, Inc. in the Middle East region.
