Israa Alkurnus
Riyadh
Summary
Proactive and driven individual with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving. Possesses excellent communication and team collaboration skills, ready to contribute insightful solutions and support team success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Junior Associate
Confidential Government Institution
Riyadh
2023.06 - 2024.09
- Managed timely issuance of various operational reports for diverse stakeholders, ensuring data accuracy and effective communication with maintaining a 100% on-time delivery rate.
- Provided comprehensive support to Chief of Staff, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and data analysis, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.
- Played key role in selecting and implementing operational KPIs, driving performance improvements.
- Utilized Excel and Power BI for data analysis, supporting informed decision-making.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
- Effectively communicated project updates to stakeholders at all level
Trainee
Confidential Government Institution
Riyadh
2023.01 - 2023.03
- Collaborated with a consulting team on a national project, contributing to research, data collection (surveys), and analysis.
- Conducted extensive sentiment analysis and root cause analysis.
Demonstrated flexibility and commitment to departmental goals.
Administrative Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Saudi Centre
Canada
2016.08 - 2016.12
- Managed administrative tasks, improving office efficiency and supporting educational activities.
- Successfully substituted as a teacher, providing seamless educational support to students.
Unit Assistant
National Guard Health Affairs
Riyadh
2013.08 - 2014.08
- Supported the Protocol Department by provided essential translation and interpretation services during official events and communications.
Education
Graduate Development Program - Econometrics & Public Policy
Harris School of Public Policy, University of Chicago
2022.01 - 1 2023
BSc - Economics
Oxford Brookes University
1 2019/2016 - 1 2021/2021
English As A Second Language - ESL
University of Utah
2010.01 - 1 2011
Skills
- Research and Analysis
- KPI Development
- Data Visualization
- Sentiment Analysis
- Project Collaboration
- Report Generation
- Operational Efficiency
- Translation
- Stakeholder Alignment
- Continuous Learning
- Persuasive communication
- Office record management
- Customer engagement
- Effective teamwork coordination
Certification
- Certified Strategy and Business Planning Professional (C-SBP)
- KPI Leadership and Personal Development (including How to Lead the Group, Designing Successful Personality, Negotiation Techniques, Emotional and Relationship Management)
- Financial and Business Skills (including Financial Success Fundamentals, Understanding Different Personality Types)
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
Junior Associate
Confidential Government Institution
2023.06 - 2024.09
Trainee
Confidential Government Institution
2023.01 - 2023.03
Graduate Development Program - Econometrics & Public Policy
Harris School of Public Policy, University of Chicago
2022.01 - 1 2023
Administrative Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Saudi Centre
2016.08 - 2016.12
Unit Assistant
National Guard Health Affairs
2013.08 - 2014.08
English As A Second Language - ESL
University of Utah
2010.01 - 1 2011
BSc - Economics
Oxford Brookes University
1 2019/2016 - 1 2021/2021