Hala Saud Al Khalifah

• Served as the strategic backbone of the CEO’s office, managing critical operations, sensitive communications, and high-stakes decision support with precision and loyalty.
• Oversaw the CEO’s agenda, travel, meetings, and executive projects, ensuring flawless execution under tight deadlines.
• Acted as a trusted advisor and operational gatekeeper, bridging internal departments and external stakeholders to align priorities with the CEO’s vision.
• Handled confidential matters with discretion, resolved challenges proactively, and created a structured environment where leadership could focus on growth and strategy.
• This role demanded more than management; it demanded presence, judgment, and the ability to lead quietly, but powerfully, behind the scenes.

1. Senior Contracts Specialist Jun 2023 - Mar 2024.

• Led the review, drafting, and execution of high-value contracts and MOUs across SAR's infrastructure portfolio. Managed vendor relations, conducted compliance checks, and resolved legal ambiguities. Directed contract workflows in coordination with legal, procurement, and engineering teams. Delivered insights that shaped executive decisions and ensured every document met operational, regulatory, and strategic standards.

2. Director's Personal Assistant and Administration Coordinator Oct 2021 – Jun 2023.

• Supported the Director of FM with full executive coordination, overseeing internal meetings, government engagements, and cross-department communication. Drafted and refined official documents, managed task follow-ups, and led the full FM administration handover. Represented SAR during official visits—including interpreting and supporting a Chinese delegation—while maintaining discretion, alignment, and top-level presentation.

• Directed daily business operations with a focus on strategic planning and operational efficiency.
• Managed budgeting processes, streamlined internal workflows, and provided data-driven support for leadership decisions.
• Oversaw reporting, compliance, stakeholder communication, and resource management with precision and accountability.
• This role was pivotal in fostering growth, strengthening operational frameworks, and driving continuous performance improvements.

• Joined a specialized Quality Task Force, reporting directly to the KFMC COO, tasked with observing and evaluating daily operations across all departments in the Operations Division.
• Our mission is to identify performance gaps, intervene with investigative precision, and lead corrective action using cross-functional tools and strategies.
• This initiative demanded presence, adaptability, and the ability to lead both on the ground and through systems.
• Every role I held during this period reflected a deeper commitment — not just to function, but to transformation.

1- Development Assistant. Jan 2016 to Jun 2016.

• Supported public relations and development activities with structure, discretion, and measurable impact. Managed administrative functions, compiled reports, and conducted focused research to support ongoing initiatives. Ensured alignment between internal goals and public messaging in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

2- Senior Safety Inspector. Sep 2015 to Dec 2015.

• Conducted in-depth inspections across critical medical facilities to enforce compliance with health and safety regulations. Investigated incidents, documented hazards, and resolved complaints, while upholding the highest safety standards. Protected both people and institutional integrity with precision and accountability.

3- Administrative Support Team Leader. Jan 2015 to Sep 2015.

• Directed administrative support functions, and led frontline operations with discipline and clarity. Oversaw contractor performance, handled internal evaluations, and ensured administrative workflows were executed efficiently. A role grounded in leadership, presence, and results under pressure.

4- Quality Inspector / Training Coordinator. Oct 2012 to Dec 2014.

• Balanced compliance oversight, staff development, and sharp attention to detail. Audited internal systems, led quality improvement initiatives, and coordinated hospital-wide training programs, including the IAHSS certification. Delivered structure, clarity, and measurable improvements in team performance and service quality.

Work Controller, Apr. 2007 – Nov. 2011

• Managed the central coordination of all maintenance operations across hospital facilities and residential housing. Utilized structured systems to receive, track, and schedule both corrective and preventive work orders, minimizing downtime, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborated with engineering and utility departments during planned outages to prevent disruptions to critical medical services and resident comfort. Generated comprehensive daily and monthly reports on work orders and asset performance, maintaining accuracy and accountability across all levels of execution. This role demanded real-time decision-making, meticulous process oversight, and an unwavering commitment to safety and system integrity.

Unit Assistant, Medical Interpreter, Feb. 2005 – Apr. 2007

• Held a dual role as the sole Unit Assistant and Medical Interpreter within the clinical care unit. Supported daily nursing and administrative operations, managing sensitive communications, documentation, and coordination, with full accountability. Provided real-time interpretation between patients and medical staff, ensuring accurate and empathetic communication in high-pressure, emotionally charged environments. Assisted in laboratory procedures as needed, and maintained patient records with discretion and precision. This position required trust, presence, and the ability to convey not just words, but also urgency, comfort, and care.

• I taught high school chemistry with a purpose far beyond textbooks — I inspired curiosity, shaped confidence, and guided future scientists toward their path.
• I designed lesson plans that brought the periodic table to life, conducted hands-on experiments that sparked engagement, and simplified complex reactions for students eager to understand the world around them.
• My role wasn't just to educate, but to empower, and by the end of the year, many of my students pursued chemistry as their college major.
• Teaching, for me, was never routine; it was personal, impactful, and full of meaning.