Ayana Ferdinand

Lead People Analytics|Lead HRIS|HR Technology & Automation

Canada

About

I am a highly skilled problem solver with expertise in analytical and business intelligence practices. I have accumulated valuable industry experience across healthcare, insurance, human resources, technology, and government sectors. As a seasoned analytics and software implementation professional, I excel in analyzing and reporting on complex datasets and I have a proven track record of developing scalable solutions that drive operational efficiency. I am adept at managing multifaceted projects and thrive in collaborative environments that foster a culture of teamwork. I possess a unique combination of leadership, project management, data analytics, and interpersonal skills that allow me to succeed in diverse roles. My HR enterprise software implementation experience involves: Dayforce HCM, Workday Talent & Workday Advanced Compensation. Experienced in developing Workday Dashboards and complex reporting. In summary my analytical expertise, passion for HR technologies and broad industry knowledge, makes me well-equipped to make a significant impact within any organization.

Experience

  • HR Business Analyst at Ontario Securities Commission
    Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

    • Key member in the configuration, testing and implementation of Workday Talent and Advanced Compensation modules including design, testing, data migration, cleanup and validation. • Create dynamic Workday dashboards using advanced reports and calculated fields to deliver real time insights. • Perform analysis of quarterly HR metrics to uncover trends, flag emerging issues, and support data driven strategic decisions.

  • Analyst-HR Analytics at Ontario Health | Santé Ontario
    Oct 2022 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos

    • Deliver divisional HR reports using Power BI, transforming complex data into actionable quantitative and qualitative insights for senior leadership to drive data informed decision making. • Prepare HR metrics and quarterly board reports, leveraging Workday to extract and analyze workforce data aligned with organizational priorities. • Analyze recruitment metrics to forecast vacancies,assess associated risks and provide capacity recommendations for the recruitment team.

  • Human Resources Generalist at Accerta
    Apr 2021 - Oct 2022 · 1 yr 7 mos

    • Lead member in the configuration, testing, and implementation of Ceridian Dayforce HRIS, including leading data migration, cleanup, and validation for HCM and payroll modules. • Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc HR reports and metrics to support data-driven decisions at the management and board level. • Provide system support and training for HR software, while actively seeking opportunities to enhance the HR team’s effectiveness through better use of analytics and process improvements.

  • Senior Human Resources Generalist at Massy United Insurance Ltd.
    May 2015 - Jan 2021 · 5 yrs 9 mos

    • Lead HR analytics by identifying workforce trends, guiding data-driven decisions, and contributing to continuous improvement in people practices. • Manage HR reports and dashboards, including metrics for leadership and board reporting and provide strategic HR support ensuring alignment with business goals. • Provide strategic support to the HR function in a senior capacity, contributing to policy development, workforce planning and leadership decision making across key HR initiatives. • Lead performance appraisal processes and development planning, using data to identify training needs and support continuous improvement. • Lead the implementation of payroll software HRp5 and manage the Payroll Process.

  • Human Resources Specialist at F1RST Media Ltd
    Sep 2014 - Apr 2015 · 8 mos

    • Manage full cycle recruitment across multiple countries, including job description development, competency based interviews, assessment centres and recruitment analytics to support scalable growth in a shared service startup environment. • Advise leadership and employees on HR policies, procedures and compliance to establish foundational HR practices. • Lead performance appraisal processes and development planning using data to identify training needs and support continuous improvement.