Mustafa Ali (He / Him)

With over 15 years of experience spanning human resources, talent acquisition, workforce strategy, governance, and international program management, I have successfully led initiatives that drive organizational growth, institutional development, and workforce transformation across corporate, nonprofit, government, technology, engineering, and international sectors. My career has been built on leading HR operations, recruitment strategies, workforce planning, governance reforms, and program implementation in complex geopolitical, corporate, and mission-driven environments. I have worked with public and private institutions, think tanks, and international development organizations, helping them strengthen their workforce capabilities, talent pipelines, and operational frameworks. Key Areas of Expertise: HR & Workforce Leadership – Driving HR operations, talent acquisition, employee relations, workforce planning, and retention strategies to create thriving workplaces. Global Recruitment & Talent Acquisition – Managing full-cycle hiring, employer branding, and strategic recruitment in technology, engineering, healthcare, governance, and international development sectors. Governance, Public Affairs & Institutional Development – Leading governance reforms, policy advisory, and peacebuilding in collaboration with governments, global agencies, and multinational organizations. Program & Project Management – Overseeing large-scale initiatives, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and leading multidisciplinary teams across North America, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Leadership & Workforce Strategy – Developing succession planning, leadership training programs, and talent mobility strategies to ensure organizational sustainability and growth. I have had the privilege of working with organizations such as EnCompass LLC, Tetra Tech, RTI International, Mercy Corps, Blumont, USAID projects, and UPMC, spearheading HR and governance strategies, talent acquisition, institutional capacity building, and leadership development. Currently open to leadership opportunities in HR, TA, workforce strategy, governance, international affairs, and program management.