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Abby Giljum

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Head of HR, Middle East at DNO Technical Services
📍 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Abby Giljum is a performance-driven HR leader with over 19 years of experience in the Middle East, currently serving as the Head of HR at DNO Technical Services. She is a strategy architect skilled in streamlining processes and developing innovative HR initiatives. Abby holds a PHR certification and a Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Toledo.

Outside of her professional duties, Abby shows a strong commitment to employee well-being and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. She advocates for balanced policies for all employees and shares resources on topics like inclusive management during Ramadan. Her colleagues have described her as having great leadership qualities and being inspiring and encouraging.

Unique fact: Abby is a certified Mental Health First Aider, highlighting her dedication to supporting workplace wellness.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Head of HR, Middle East
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Inclusive Culture
Advocates for creating a balanced and inclusive culture for all employees, rather than implementing gender-specific policies which she feels may create resentment.
Employee Well-being
Is a certified Mental Health First Aider and shares content related to inclusive management, indicating a strong focus on supporting employees' mental and emotional health.
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Career

Work history

9-2022
Head of HR, Middle East
DNO Technical Services
5-2018 - 8-2022
HR Director, Middle East
Turner & Townsend
5-2015 - 4-2018
HR Associate Director, Middle East
Turner & Townsend
8-2012 - 4-2015
HR Manager, Middle East
Turner & Townsend
7-2011 - 8-2012
HR Manager
Al Jaber Group
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Education
1999 - 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration
The University of Toledo
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Jesup W. Scott High School
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