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Najib Ahba

Staff Officer In The Royal Malaysian Navy
Kuala Lumpur,14

Summary

Accomplished Lieutenant Commander from the Royal Malaysian Navy, with over 19 years of expertise in strategic management and leadership. Excelling in analytical thinking and project management, with a proven track record in enhancing team efficiency and decision-making. Skilled in interpersonal communication and emergency response, ready to drive results in a new professional setting.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Audit Officer

Royal Malaysian Navy
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
02.2024 - Current
  • Conduct audits on all naval bases, units and warships
  • Ensure adherence to required standards set by headquarters
  • Evaluate organizational readiness state
  • Identify aspects for improvements and enhance accountability
  • Analyze and update audit achievements to improve efficiency, transparency and operational competency
  • Coordinate feedbacks for Jabatan Audit Negara, Bahagian Audit Dalaman Pertahanan, and MINDEF

Navigating Officer

KD SRI INDERA SAKTI
Lumut, Perak
08.2021 - 02.2024
  • Make decisions on steering and maneuvering ship, controlling navigation and communications
  • Plan journey, advising ship's captain of estimated timing to destinations while en route, and ensuring hazards are avoided
  • Keep lookout for other vessels, hazards, and navigational obstacles, monitoring vessel's position and speed, and making course adjustments as necessary to maintain safe and efficient passage
  • Lead navigational and warfare team during operations and exercises
  • Ensure ship safety and security at sea and harbor
  • Maintain standard of competency of crew through training and exercises
  • Maintain ship operational status and readiness state

Commanding Officer

KD LAKSAMANA MUHAMMAD AMIN
Lumut, Perak
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support in their professional development and leadership growth.
  • Championed continuous improvement strategically aligned to organizational goals and strategic plan.
  • Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness within the unit.
  • Participated in strategic planning and public relations.
  • Managed budgets and resources responsibly to ensure optimal allocation of funds for mission success.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information by enforcing strict security measures throughout all aspects of operations.
  • Facilitated debriefs after completed missions allowing knowledge sharing between members improving future projects.
  • Fostered change through sharing thoughts, feelings and rationale so that others understood personal and organizational positions.
  • Contributed valuable insights during strategy meetings leading to well-informed operational plans.
  • Enhanced professional growth and development through meetings and educational programs.
  • Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams effectively, maximizing individual strengths to achieve collective goals.
  • Evaluated unit performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Promoted a positive organizational culture that fostered teamwork, resilience, and commitment to excellence.
  • Fostered an atmosphere of trust among subordinates through open communication channels and transparent decision-making processes.
  • Implemented vital safety protocols that reduced accidents while maintaining optimal readiness levels for mission success.
  • Delivered accurate reports on time, enabling key stakeholders to make informed decisions promptly.
  • Led successful missions, demonstrating strong decision-making skills and strategic planning abilities under pressure.
  • Maintained high morale within the unit by recognizing exemplary work performance contributing towards a cohesive and dedicated team.

Human Resources Executive

RMN HQ
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
02.2017 - 11.2020
  • Involved in hiring and onboarding programs for staffs.
  • Managed staffs relations issues effectively, resolving conflicts professionally and efficiently.
  • Educated staffs on organizational policy.
  • Coordinated workforce planning efforts to align with organizational growth goals.
  • Managed other HR staffs and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
  • Led change management initiatives during organizational restructuring.
  • Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities.
  • Provided updates on HR policy changes to staffs to satisfy compliance.
  • Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
  • Enhanced staffs satisfaction by implementing targeted HR programs and initiatives.
  • Partnered with department heads to address staffing needs, optimizing talent acquisition efforts.
  • Facilitated leadership training programs to strengthen management skills across organization.
  • Met with staffs annually for progress reviews and performance assessments.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency.
  • Bolstered organization culture with introduction of staff engagement events and activities.
  • Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staffs.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders across organization to maintain proper flow of communication and execution of planned initiatives and projects.
  • Designed and implemented region-wide recruitment, behavior-based interviewing and skill matching procedure, decreasing staff turnover.
  • Developed succession planning strategies for key positions throughout organization.
  • Developed and monitored staff recognition programs.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to directors on staffs performance.
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning staffs.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new staffs.
  • Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.

Navigating Officer

KA TUN AZIZAN
Sandakan, Sabah
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Make decisions on steering and maneuvering ship, controlling navigation and communications
  • Plan journey, advising ship's captain of estimated timing to destinations while en route, and ensuring hazards are avoided
  • Keep lookout for other vessels, hazards, and navigational obstacles, monitoring vessel's position and speed, and making course adjustments as necessary to maintain safe and efficient passage
  • Lead navigational and warfare team during operations and exercises
  • Ensure ship safety and security at sea and harbor
  • Maintain standard of competency of crew through training and exercises
  • Maintain ship operational status and readiness state

Flag Lieutenant

Royal Malaysian Navy
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
05.2012 - 06.2015
  • Assistant to Navy Admirals
  • Advisor in daily military aspects and routine

Naval Instructor

Royal Military College
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
04.2012 - 05.2012
  • Enhanced cadet performance by implementing rigorous training programs and exercises.
  • Improved physical fitness levels among cadets with targeted conditioning programs and regular assessments.
  • Strengthened teamwork capabilities among cadets through group problem-solving exercises and collaborative projects.
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills by balancing academic coursework with demanding Cadet Officer responsibilities.
  • Assisted with planning and execution of military ceremonies, ensuring precision and adherence to protocol.
  • Facilitated effective communication between senior leadership and subordinate members, ensuring accurate dissemination of information throughout organization.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols during all training exercises, minimizing risk of injury or accidents among cadets.
  • Developed leadership skills in fellow cadets through mentorship and team-building activities.
  • Acted as role model for junior cadets by consistently demonstrating commitment to excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
  • Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.

Navigating Officer

KD GEMPITA
02.2011 - 04.2012
  • Make decisions on steering and maneuvering ship, controlling navigation and communications
  • Plan journey, advising ship's captain of estimated timing to destinations while en route, and ensuring hazards are avoided
  • Keep lookout for other vessels, hazards, and navigational obstacles, monitoring vessel's position and speed, and making course adjustments as necessary to maintain safe and efficient passage
  • Lead navigational and warfare team during operations and exercises
  • Ensure ship safety and security at sea and harbor
  • Maintain standard of competency of crew through training and exercises
  • Maintain ship operational status and readiness state

Staff Trainee

KD SULTAN IDRIS I
Lumut, Perak
11.2009 - 02.2011
  • Participated in various courses in maritime aspects
  • Involved in training onboard warships

Cadet Officer

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
05.2005 - 11.2009

Involved in rigorous training programs and exercises including:

  • Physical fitness levels with targeted conditioning programs and regular assessments.
  • Teamwork capabilities through group problem-solving exercises and collaborative projects.
  • Time management skills by balancing academic coursework with demanding Cadet Officer responsibilities.
  • Military ceremonies.
  • Effective communication between senior leadership and subordinate members, ensuring accurate dissemination of information throughout organization.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols during all training exercises, minimizing risk of injury or accidents.
  • Leadership skills through mentorship and team-building activities.
  • Role model for junior cadets by consistently demonstrating commitment to excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
  • Firearms and self-defense tactics.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Public Management

Institut Tadbiran Negara
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Nautical

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
04.2001 -

Skills

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Good Time Management

Leadership and Teamwork

Task Delegation

Work Coordination

Emergency Response Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Led teams in complex maritime operations, ensuring safety and security in high-stakes environments. Demonstrated strong strategic thinking, crucial for mission success and national security objectives. Accumulated over 45,000 sea hours on various warships including foreign warships (South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Germany, USA), showcasing broad operational and warfare expertise.
  • Shore appointments include Audit Officer (Executive), Analysis Officer (HR), Policy and Service Officer (HR), Aide-de-Camp to Admirals, and Naval Instructor (Royal Military College).
  • Polished 19 year career in military, Outstanding Service Award 2014, 2020, 2023.

Languages

Malay
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Beginner
A1

Certification

Electronic Chart Display and Information System

Timeline

Audit Officer

Royal Malaysian Navy
02.2024 - Current

Navigating Officer

KD SRI INDERA SAKTI
08.2021 - 02.2024

Electronic Chart Display and Information System

04-2021

Commanding Officer

KD LAKSAMANA MUHAMMAD AMIN
11.2020 - 08.2021

Malaysia-Japan Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief

11-2017

Human Resources Executive

RMN HQ
02.2017 - 11.2020

Asset Management

02-2017

Navigating Officer

KA TUN AZIZAN
01.2016 - 02.2017

Long Navigational and Direction

06-2015

Flag Lieutenant

Royal Malaysian Navy
05.2012 - 06.2015

Naval Instructor

Royal Military College
04.2012 - 05.2012

Analytical Thinking

08-2011

Navigating Officer

KD GEMPITA
02.2011 - 04.2012

Executive Application

04-2010

Staff Officer

03-2010

Staff Trainee

KD SULTAN IDRIS I
11.2009 - 02.2011

Cadet Officer

Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia
05.2005 - 11.2009

Postgraduate Diploma - Public Management

Institut Tadbiran Negara
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Nautical

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
04.2001 -
Najib AhbaStaff Officer In The Royal Malaysian Navy