ASSMA NAJI HUSSEIN ABDULLAH AL-SHAAB

Human Resources and Finance Professional

Hajjah, YE.

About

Highly accomplished Human Resources and Finance professional with over 3 years of progressive experience, primarily within Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF – OCBA), managing full HR cycles for over 700 staff. Proven expertise in humanitarian HR operations, including payroll, roster management, labor law compliance, and emergency HR support for diverse personnel like MOH secondees and daily workers. Adept at leading HR initiatives in high-pressure environments, coordinating with Ministry of Health stakeholders, and implementing robust attendance and incentive systems to enhance transparency and operational efficiency.

Work

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF – OCBA)

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HR & Finance Assistant

Hajjah, Hajjah, Yemen

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Summary

Led comprehensive HR and finance operations for 700+ staff at Médecins Sans Frontières, ensuring accurate payroll, compliant reporting, and efficient roster management within a humanitarian context.

Highlights

Achieved 100% accuracy in payroll calculations and reporting, ensuring full compliance with labor laws and MSF regulations for all staff.

Proactively monitored and reported all expiring contracts 45-60 days in advance, ensuring timely renewals and maintaining uninterrupted service delivery.

Managed complex monthly rosters for 700+ staff, fairly distributing hours/shifts/rest and aligning staffing with operational needs and HR protocols.

Submitted salary advances payment lists on time according to the HR Chronogram, ensuring timely compensation for staff.

Developed and implemented an attendance tracking system, significantly improving transparency and accuracy for 700+ staff.

Minimized incentive discrepancies by conducting thorough auditing and validation processes, enhancing financial integrity and staff trust.

Conducted 2025 PMS evaluations for cooks/cleaners and managed domestic staff, ensuring balanced working hours and accurate payment data submission within 5-6 days.

Updated Homère HRIS with emergency contacts, dependents, qualifications, and training records, improving data integrity and compliance for 700+ staff.

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF – OCBA)

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HR Admin Secretary

Hajjah, Hajjah, Yemen

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Summary

Provided critical administrative and HR support at Médecins Sans Frontières, ensuring efficient office operations, meticulous record-keeping, and effective communication for staff and management.

Highlights

Arranged and confirmed appointments, maintaining updated records of staff absences, meetings, and holidays to streamline administrative processes.

Prepared accurate minutes for all meetings, ensuring clear documentation and follow-up on key discussions and decisions.

Managed office stationery supply and conducted monthly inventory, optimizing resource allocation and reducing operational costs.

Filed and maintained staff documents, including health insurance cards and new staff data, ensuring timely submission and compliance.

Supported HR assistants in staff settlement processes, contributing to smooth transitions and adherence to organizational policies.

NRC organization

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Data entry

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Summary

Processed beneficiary data for humanitarian aid, ensuring accuracy and verifying information through direct communication and field monitoring.

Highlights

Encoded beneficiary data into the COPO system, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping for humanitarian aid distribution.

Contacted beneficiaries to verify aid reception and family member counts, ensuring transparency and accountability in distribution.

Conducted checks on family situations over three months, contributing to effective targeting and resource allocation.

Maintained regular communication and monitored data received from the field, ensuring data quality and relevance.

Abshier Company

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Accountant

Hajja, Hajja, Yemen

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Summary

Managed daily financial transactions and cash flow for customers, ensuring accurate payment processing and reconciliation within a fast-paced environment.

Highlights

Processed customer transfers using the Abda Yamen soft system, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.

Managed daily cash safe and box, maintaining meticulous records and ensuring financial accountability.

Monitored exchange rates to facilitate accurate payments, minimizing financial discrepancies.

Performed daily cash-ups, reconciling system data with physical cash to ensure financial integrity.

Education

Hajjah, Yemen

Hajjah, Hajjah, Yemen
Diploma Automated Secretarial Studies

Al-Razi University

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Master's Degree Master's degree

Vocational Training Program

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Vocational Training Nursing

Hajjah University

Hajjah, Hajjah, Yemen
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Bachelor of Computer Science Software Engineering

Arwa School

Hajjah, Hajjah, Yemen
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High School Diploma General Studies

Languages

English

Arabic

Frenc

Skills

HR Team Leadership & Supervision

Strategic Workforce Planning & Rostering

Payroll, Incentives & Compliance

MOH & Daily Worker Management

Emergency HR Operations (CTC Crises)

Contracting, Recruitment & Onboarding

Labor Law Application & Policy Implementation

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

DEI, Conflict Management & Team Building

HR Tools: Homère

MS Office (Advanced Excel)

Translation & Administrative Support

Cross-functional HR Coverage

Strategic Human Resources Management

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Workforce Planning & Succession Planning

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

Performance Management Systems (PMS)

Learning & Development (L&D)

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Administration

HR Analytics & Reporting

Organizational Development

Change Management

Leadership & Team Supervision

Stakeholder Management

Labor Law Compliance

HR Policy Development & Implementation

Coaching & Mentoring

Employee Engagement

Humanitarian HR Operations

Emergency Workforce Management

Cross-Cultural Communication

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Advanced Excel & Data Analysis

HRIS Systems (Homère)

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Negotiation & Influencing Skills

International NGO Operations

Ministry of Health Coordination