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Jessamine Casas

Fleet Personnel Manager
Pasig, Metro Manila,00

Summary

An experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. I excel in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. I practice a collaborative approach and commitment to excellence with all the programs and projects that I manage.


I have a solid hands-on experience in Human Resource Management specifically in the Maritime Industry. An effective communicator that allows maximized efficiency and good navigation through challenges. I bring in strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. I value dedication to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Owners Representative / Fleet Personnel Manager

Island View Shipping Services (formerly Grindrod)
09.2019 - Current
  • Enhances engagement with partner manning/crewing agencies by implementing crew rotation and retention strategies for the seafarers that are deployed to the company-managed vessels.
  • Optimizes workforce planning efforts through data-driven forecasting and strategic resource allocation.
  • Collaborates with department heads to address crew staffing requirements proactively, optimizing productivity and cost-efficiency.
  • Researches on seafarers' compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Negotiates favorable benefits packages with insurance providers, enhancing overall employee satisfaction and wellbeing.
  • Spearheads the successful completion of annual compliance audits, maintaining adherence to industry regulations and standards.
  • Maintains current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
  • Oversees performance of Fleet Personnel Officers and guides the staff ensuring alignment with work strategies.
  • Organizes company-wide events and gatherings that strengthen employee and crew morale and fostered a sense of community within the organization.

Career Development Officer

Grindrod Shipping Pte Ltd
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Created strategic initiatives to establish the crewing pool for the company from different manning agencies.
  • Streamlined and implemented processes for career development and succession planning within the crewing pool.
  • Established partnerships with training providers to supplement training needs of the crew in the pool.
  • Conceptualized and implemented crew retention programs.


Education Program and Business Development Officer

Philippine Transmarine Carriers Inc
04.2015 - 09.2017
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of Education, Training, and Development projects aligned with Philippine Transmarine Carrier Group's roadmap: a) Goal and strategies setting; b) Strengthened partnerships with project sponsors, beneficiairies and target market; c) Development of financial plan/business model for project sustainability; d) Implemented innovative marketing campaigns that effectively communicated value propositions to target audiences.
  • Full project implementation: a) Close-coordination with project partners and beneficiaries; b) Monitoring and evaluation of the progress of the program; c) Implementation of sustainability measures.
  • Oversight on PTC-Malayan Cadetship Program

Executive Assistant

Commission on Higher Education
06.2014 - 03.2015
  • Assisted the Executive Office in: a) Developing and maintaining efficient systems and procedures relating to the various activities and operations of the Commission on Higher Education; b) Overseeing implementation of policies, programs, projects and operations of the various offices; c) Ensuring effective communication within the organization and enforcement of the existing policies and regulations; d) Establishing and maintaining linkages with government and non-government entities, and the media.
  • Sits as a member of the Commission's Secretariat and provided professional administrative support during Management Committee (ManCom) and Commission en Banc meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
  • Prepares speech and presentation materials for the Executive and Deputy Executive Directors.
  • Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in supported formats.
  • Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.

Project Technical Staff III

Commission on Higher Education
09.2011 - 06.2014
  • Designed advocacy plans and prepared advocacy materials relative to the Commission's policy on Restructuring Public Higer Education Institutions (RPHEIs) through regional amalgamation and specialized universities.
  • Coordinated with partner agencies and steering committees for regional advocacy and adoption of amalgamation as part of their regional development plan.
  • Run project meetings and events, as required, to include meetings related to a consulation exercise.
  • Evaluate proposals of State Universities and Colleges from various regions for the availment of Institutional Mobilization Fund (IMF) for pre-amalgamation.
  • Technical backstop to liase with Official Development Assistance Agencies: USAID, British Council, AusAID, World Bank, etc.
  • Maintained up-to-date documentation on all aspects of the assigned project, ensuring easy access to information for future reference.

Marketing Assistant

Lufthansa Technik Philippines
05.2007 - 06.2010
  • Provided and coordinated various marketing services in support of the company's sales and customer relations programs through the implementation of promotional and brand building events.
  • Collaborated with graphic designers to produce visually appealing marketing collateral that captured brand's essence.
  • Coordinated the production of marketing materials such as brochures, newsletters. flyers, etc.
  • Wrote articles describing the company's products and services.
  • Manages customer database for circulation of company publication.
  • Coordinated trade show presence, ensuring effective representation in the Aviation MRO industry events to generate leads and increase brand visibility.
  • Organized and executed promotional events to strengthen community relations and brand awareness.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Centro Escolar University
Mendiola, Manila, Philippines
04.2001 -

No Degree - Accounting

Ateneo Center For Continuing Education
Salcedo Village, Makati City, Philippines
04.2001 -

No Degree - Development Communication

University of The Philippines Open University
UP Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
04.2001 -

Skills

Process Analysis and Improvement

Maritime Industry Awareness

Crew Retention Strategies

Contract Negotiations

Work Planning and Prioritization

Effective Communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

MS Office

HR Management Systems (Cloud Fleet Management, Bassnet HR, Sharepoint)

Affiliations

The Managers' Club (TMC)

The Propeller Club


Timeline

Owners Representative / Fleet Personnel Manager

Island View Shipping Services (formerly Grindrod)
09.2019 - Current

Career Development Officer

Grindrod Shipping Pte Ltd
08.2017 - 09.2019

Education Program and Business Development Officer

Philippine Transmarine Carriers Inc
04.2015 - 09.2017

Executive Assistant

Commission on Higher Education
06.2014 - 03.2015

Project Technical Staff III

Commission on Higher Education
09.2011 - 06.2014

Marketing Assistant

Lufthansa Technik Philippines
05.2007 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Centro Escolar University
04.2001 -

No Degree - Accounting

Ateneo Center For Continuing Education
04.2001 -

No Degree - Development Communication

University of The Philippines Open University
04.2001 -

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