ROOMELA ASAD
Karachi
Summary
Experienced with team leadership, operational management, and strategic planning. Utilizes organizational skills to enhance workflow and efficiency. Track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving business objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager - Academic Planning
K-Electric
10.2022 - Current
- Manage development, planning, and execution of technical training programs for K-Electric distribution sector employees
- Conduct comprehensive Learning Needs Analyses (LNA) using skill matrices to identify technical skill gaps
- Develop annual training calendars aligned with business objectives and stakeholder requirements
- Design and develop technical curricula incorporating latest technological advancements and industry standards
- Lead design, installation, and upgrade of academy's technical training facilities, including simulators and laboratories
- Identify, develop, and evaluate internal subject matter experts (SMEs) and external trainers
- Implement diverse training methodologies including instructor-led workshops, hands-on sessions, and e-learning
- Manage complete lifecycle of technical apprenticeship program from recruitment through placement
- Collaborate with external industrial and academic institutions for partnerships and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Assistant Manager - Planning
K-Electric
11.2018 - 09.2022
- Developed capacity-building and skill enrichment programs for Distribution sector employees
- Created technical training modules, manuals, and educational materials with subject matter experts
- Assessed employee skill levels and implemented new learning strategies for improvement
- Collaborated with Network Engineering for User Acceptance Testing of technological advancements
- Designed and upgraded technical training facilities for workshops and hands-on training
- Managed training budgets and resource allocation to maximize learning outcomes
- Evaluated training program effectiveness and communicated findings to upper management
Trainee Engineer
K-Electric
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Explored various departments of KE distribution sector gaining comprehensive knowledge
- Designed and compiled Distribution Operational SOPs and Manuals
- Assisted in development of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment and Control (HIRAC) Manual
- Served as Instructor in KE Distribution Network Academy
- Prepared training manuals for distribution network accessories
- Provided technical and administrative support utilizing advanced MS Office skills
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical
NED University of Engineering and Technology
01.2017
Train The Trainer Certification -
Carnelian
Skills
- Technical Curriculum Development
- Learning Needs Analysis
- Training Program Management
- Instructional Design
- E-Learning Development
- Budget Management
- Project Management
- Technical Documentation
- MS Office (Advanced)
- Cost analysis and savings
- Operations management
- Performance improvements
- Staff training and development
Websites
Languages
English
Urdu
Work-Based Projects
Pilot Implementation of Project Design and Reporting Methodologies
Jan 2024 – Jun 2024
- Led the pilot phase of implementing standardized project design and reporting methodologies in the apprenticeship program under the KE Master Trainer Program.
Trainer Evaluation and Development Framework – KE Master Trainer Program
Jul 2023 – Dec 2023
- Strategized and developed evaluation criteria to identify in-house trainers.
- Successfully established a pool of expert trainers for organization-wide knowledge transfer.
Employees Skill Matrix Development
Jul 2021 – Jun 2022
- Developed skill matrices for the technical field force across various cadres.
- Identified skill gaps and designed customized training programs to enhance workforce capabilities.
Design and Development of KE DNA Technical Training Field
Mar 2018 – Aug 2018
- Designed and commissioned a hands-on technical training field replicating a real electrical distribution network.
- The field is now used for practical training of KE staff and apprentices.
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Design for Single-Phase Capacitor-Run Motor
Jan 2016 – Oct 2016
- Final year undergraduate project focused on the design and testing of a VFD for capacitor-run single-phase motors.
Timeline
Deputy Manager - Academic Planning
K-Electric
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager - Planning
K-Electric
11.2018 - 09.2022
Trainee Engineer
K-Electric
07.2017 - 11.2018
Train The Trainer Certification -
Carnelian
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical
NED University of Engineering and Technology
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