A dynamic and results-driven Career Development leader with over 11 years of expertise in Talent Management, Succession Planning, and Career Development. Renowned for driving impactful outcomes, I excel at building and inspiring high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, and aligning talent strategies with business objectives. With a proven track record of success, I leverage strong communication and leadership skills to create innovative development programs that enhance organizational performance and future-proof talent pipelines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Career development Manager ( Center of Excellence )
STC group
03.2023 - Current
Lead the design, enhancement, and governance of the Talent Development Framework, ensuring programs are strategically aligned, well-integrated, and effectively drive business objectives
Develop and implement innovative career progression strategies, focusing on both employee development and growth pathways to improve retention and career satisfaction
Oversee the design, enhancement, and implementation of high-impact talent development programs that build future-ready capabilities
Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to identify workforce development needs, ensuring career growth initiatives support business transformation
Evaluate and optimize development initiatives, leveraging data-driven insights to measure effectiveness, track ROI, and enhance decision-making
Establish and refine policies and governance frameworks, ensuring sustainability and scalability of career development interventions
Performance and talent Development supervisor
General transportation Authority
06.2022 - 07.2023
Lead and manage succession planning projects, identifying and developing high-potential employees for key leadership roles, ensuring continuity and growth within the organization
Led and managed career development initiatives, including executive coaching, leadership training, Individual Development Plans (IDPs), graduate programs, and secondment projects
Designed and implemented HR policies and frameworks to enhance workforce development and organizational effectiveness
Developed and executed training plans and calendars, aligning programs with business needs through Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
Mentored and guided team members, driving productivity and KPI achievement through structured development strategies
Career Development Manager
Ministry of Economy and Planning
12.2016 - 07.2022
Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs to develop talent and drive organizational growth
Led Training Needs Analysis (TNA), developed training plans, and measured training ROI to ensure effectiveness and alignment with business goals
Established and refined training policies and procedures, creating structured frameworks for continuous employee development
Managed training projects and budgeting, optimizing resources to maximize learning impact and operational efficiency
Talent Management Officer
ALSHAYA INTERNATIONAL TRADING COMPANY
08.2013 - 12.2016
Developed and delivered engaging induction programs, ensuring seamless onboarding experiences for new employees
Designed and facilitated soft skills training on topics such as time management, communication skills, and self-development, enhancing employee performance
Conducted Training Needs Analysis (TNA) to align learning initiatives with business objectives, successfully supporting annual goals
Evaluated training effectiveness through performance assessments, continuously refining content to improve learning outcomes
Created and developed customized training materials, ensuring in-house programs were impactful, relevant, and aligned with organizational needs
Education
Advance management diploma -
IE Business School
Bachelor - English Linguistics And Translation
IE Business School
Skills
Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving
Agility & Adaptability
Exceptional Communication
Performance Analysis & Reporting
Research & Evaluation
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Certification
Certified SHRM
Accomplishments
Successfully designed and launched multiple talent development programs that improved employee engagement by 30% within the first year.
Implemented a new career progression policy that optimized the employee development path, leading to a significant reduction in turnover rates.
Optimized training processes, resulting in 80% improvement in training completion rates and a 60% reduction in training costs.
Timeline
Career development Manager ( Center of Excellence )
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC