Kanishka Saleh

Skills

Human Resources Expert in Recruitment and Performance Management with having a Bachelor's degree in business management with a specialization in Human Resource Management with having certification in Electronic Recruitment Application, MCLASS Mission Classification Certification from FSI and certified information technology professional including in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), electronic recruitment systems, position classification platforms, social media and local job search databases with adaptability and cultural competence and language proficiency.

About

• Human Resources Expertise: Over 3 years of specialized experience with the U.S. Department of State, NEA/SCA/EX, primarily focusing on EFM employment, AEFM applications review for qualification, drafting authorization cables, Managing and tracking the FMA hire database, providing technical support to NEA/SCA posts on FMA hire database and track and record keeping of the AEFM electronic files, including but not limited to processing medical claims and awards for personnel service contracts, as well as serving as the primary backup to the Management Analyst to track Over Complements and manage Web Tatel for timekeeping.
• Recruitment and Performance Management: 4 years of experience in Human Resources recruitment and performance management, including advisory roles in MCLASS as certificated classification advisor. Provided consultation to hiring managers, developed criteria for determining applicants' eligibility, and performed full-cycle recruitment for over 700 U.S. Foreign Service National positions within the U.S. Mission in Afghanistan. Responsibilities included vacancy creation and posting, candidate sourcing and screening, interview coordination, reference checks, salary negotiations, and issuing conditional/final job offers. And successfully implementing of the ERA application at this U.S. Mission in Afghanistan.
• Educational Qualifications: U.S. equivalent bachelor’s degree in business management with a specialization in Human Resource Management.
• Supervisory and Administrative Experience: Over 7 years of professional experience in supervisory and administrative roles.
• Certifications: Certified as an Information Technology Professional.
• Broad Professional Experience: Over 16 years of combined experience in Human Resources, administration, management, and customer service.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), electronic recruitment systems, position classification platforms, social media and local job search databases.
• Adaptability and Cultural Competence: Experienced in recruiting within fast-paced environments and diverse workforces.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, Dari, and Pashto; fair understanding of Arabic and Urdu; and willing to learn Spanish.