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HAIFA O. DAOUD

Dhahran,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Dynamic and result-oriented with over 10 years of experience in internal audits, governance, risk, and compliance. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing operational processes, and fostering a culture of accountability, ethics, and integrity.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Manager, Special Audits, Internal Audits Department

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Monitored the progress of investigations ensuring structure and adherence to labor law requirements while maintaining integrity and confidentiality
  • Reviewed and approved Reports of Investigations ensuring proper structure and accuracy
  • Developed the Special Audits Operational Manual outlining processes, protocols, and guidelines to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization’s activities
  • Prepared and reviewed high level presentations and reports for the quarterly Board of Audit and Compliance Committee ensuring alignment with the Internal Audits function
  • Designed and delivered the Fraud and Business Ethics Awareness Program to Executive Management, Senior Directors, and front-line managers fostering a culture of transparency and accountability

Lead, Internal Auditor, Internal Audits Department

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
06.2021 - 09.2024
  • Acted as the Chief Internal Auditor's successor, providing required direction to the Internal Audits Department
  • Approved audit reports prior to distribution to executive management, highlighting key risks and recommended controls
  • Led audit teams to execute audits, effectively identifying organizational risks and implementing controls to enhance operations
  • Identified weakness in controls related to operational audits and developed recommendations that resulted in measurable outcomes including but not limited to, significant cost saving, improving cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive data, and strengthening privacy and confidentiality culture in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Law
  • Presented audit findings and updates to the c-suite, followed by delivering high-impact audit reports highlighting key audit observations, risk, and recommendations
  • Served as the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Champion for the Internal Audits Department, collaborating with Strategy Office to integrate risk management practices into organization’s operations, by identifying key risks and enhancing the overall governance framework

Senior Accreditation Specialist, Quality Affairs

Eastern Health Cluster
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
03.2020 - 05.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of key policies, providing strategic guidance on policy implementation through regular audits to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and best practices
  • Performed detailed audits to Healthcare Centers within The Cluster, recommending areas for improvement in alignment with national and international regulatory requirements and accreditation standards
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including Risk Management to identify key risks and implement strategies for continuous improvement
  • Led and coordinated regular audits producing executive reports identifying gaps and proposing recommendations through actionable improvement plans
  • Designed and delivered presentations and workshops on governance, quality assurance, and compliance, fostering awareness and enhancing organizational capabilities
  • Assessed staff compliance using tailored audit tools, driving accountability and improving operational efficiency
  • Actively contributed as a key member of various committees, influencing decision-making processes and driving organizational excellence

Accreditation Specialist, Quality and Strategic Planning

King Fahad Specialist Hospital Dammam
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
12.2011 - 03.2020

HR Coordinator, Human Resource Department

Xerox, Olayan Group
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
12.2010 - 05.2011

Translator (remote)

Steps Business Trading Group
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
11.2009 - 04.2011

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Translation

Prince Sultan University

Skills

  • Risk-based annual audit planning
  • Operational audits planning and execution
  • Team leadership and development
  • Fraud Investigation and Mitigation
  • Executive Reporting
  • Executive-Level Training and Workshops

Certification

  • Certified Governance Risk and Control Auditor, Open Compliance and Ethics Group (OCEG), 2023
  • Certified ERM Manager, London Business School, 2023
  • Certified Just Culture Champion, The Just Culture Company, 2021

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent

Timeline

Manager, Special Audits, Internal Audits Department

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare
10.2024 - 04.2025

Lead, Internal Auditor, Internal Audits Department

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare
06.2021 - 09.2024

Senior Accreditation Specialist, Quality Affairs

Eastern Health Cluster
03.2020 - 05.2021

Accreditation Specialist, Quality and Strategic Planning

King Fahad Specialist Hospital Dammam
12.2011 - 03.2020

HR Coordinator, Human Resource Department

Xerox, Olayan Group
12.2010 - 05.2011

Translator (remote)

Steps Business Trading Group
11.2009 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Arts - English Translation

Prince Sultan University

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