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Hi, I’m Ciara O’dwyer, a passionate and experienced project manager currently working at Microsoft. I specialize in leveraging AI tools and data-driven strategies to optimize project management, recruitment, and employee experience initiatives. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful programs and enhance team culture.
With a background spanning recruitment coordination to global project management, I’ve developed strong skills in communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management. I’m excited about driving innovation in talent acquisition and employee development through AI and strategic project leadership.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
EDC Project Manager at Microsoft
January 1, 2025 - PresentDevelop AI agents to optimize project management and data collection processes. Manage the One Ireland hiring recruitment program applying data-driven strategies to enhance efficiency and scale (500+ hires annually). Lead internal communications strategy via SharePoint, newsletters, and AEMs, providing monthly leadership updates. Drive project strategy for Talent Pillar team to attract, develop, and retain engineering talent. Lead AI Learning Taskforce to design and implement AI learning programs. Facilitate onboarding sessions for new European Development Centre hires and create RACI documentation for cross-functional collaboration.
Global employee experience program manager at Microsoft
April 30, 2024 - July 8, 2025Partnered with HRBPs and leadership to address organizational development challenges and strengthen stakeholder engagement. Designed and delivered employee experience initiatives including All Hands Meetings, RTO, Spot Bonus, and Wellbeing programs. Supported change management with strategic communications for global initiatives. Developed programs to enhance team culture and international collaboration. Managed internal communications for Monetization Integrity team and conducted data analysis to inform leadership decisions.
SMB Project management officer at Microsoft
July 1, 2023 - July 8, 2025Managed logistics for high-impact events (40+ events) across sales organization, including All Hands and Town Halls. Collaborated with cross-functional teams on employer branding campaigns, internal communications strategies, and software license management. Managed vendor sourcing for training programs. Led social and culture teams to foster positive work environment. Oversaw event and project budgets up to 500,000, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring delivery within scope.
Recruitment coordinator at Microsoft
April 30, 2021 - July 8, 2025Coordinated high-volume interview scheduling across global teams reducing turnaround by 25%. Partnered with staffing teams to ensure smooth candidate hiring process including logistics for bookings and travel. Maintained accurate and confidential candidate data across HR systems. Contributed to live chat support resolving staffing issues and improving processes. Delivered onboarding and training programs for 50+ new joiners.
Education & Events Executive at Microsoft
July 1, 2019 - July 8, 2025Planned and executed exclusive tours and event logistics including venue setup, catering, entertainment, and promotional materials. Collaborated with internal teams and external vendors for seamless delivery of event resources. Managed event communications, newsletters, attendee outreach, and post-event feedback surveys. Tracked and audited event ticket sales using TicketWeb, Universe, and Salesforce CRM to ensure accurate data reporting.
Education
Bachelor's Degree at Dublin City University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015Qualifications
Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Consumer Goods
Experience Level
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