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HAROON MUSHTAQ

Manchester,Greater Manchester

Summary

Committed Volunteer Manager with experience building programme engagement and awareness. Forecasted strategically to meet operational requirements whilst remaining within budgets. Identified individual goals and facilitated opportunities to achieve them. Builds community and industry networks to improve volunteering opportunities and variety. Rewards, recognises and retains volunteers to achieve recruitment targets.

Experienced project manager and events co-ordinator.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Volunteer coordinator

Manchester City Council
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2024 - Current
  • Increased volunteer engagement by implementing comprehensive training programmes.
  • Organised regular meetings for improved communication amongst team members.
  • Provided ongoing support for volunteers to ensure their wellbeing and motivation.
  • Fostered a positive working environment, fostering high levels of morale and commitment.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to align volunteer work with organisational goals.
  • Implemented robust safeguarding procedures, ensuring the safety and welfare of all volunteers.
  • Established clear role descriptions to facilitate better understanding and performance from volunteers.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, thus promoting a sense of belonging among volunteers.
  • Developed successful recruitment strategies, resulting in a diverse pool of volunteers.

Manager

Travelling Men
Manchester, Greater Manchester
10.2007 - 12.2017
  • Managed team dynamics by implementing conflict resolution strategies.
  • Developed accurate sales forecasts for improved strategic planning.
  • Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
  • Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
  • Implemented cost reduction measures, reduced overhead expenses.
  • Fostered a positive work environment with regular team-building activities.
  • Delivered high-quality products to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Led performance reviews, identified areas for improvement.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business.
  • Delegated tasks efficiently to maximise productivity.
  • Liaised with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Maintained inventory control, reduced stock shortages.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine arts

Falmouth University
Falmouth
09.2001 - 06.2004

Skills

  • Event planning
  • Community outreach
  • Training development
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Conflict resolution
  • Public speaking
  • Crisis management
  • Technical writing
  • Relationship building
  • Project coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Diversity awareness
  • Resource allocation
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Ethical decision making
  • Motivational techniques
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Engaging leadership style

Affiliations

  • Art
  • Music
  • Wood and metal working

Languages

English
Native
Punjabi
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Volunteer coordinator

Manchester City Council
01.2024 - Current

Manager

Travelling Men
10.2007 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Fine arts

Falmouth University
09.2001 - 06.2004
HAROON MUSHTAQ