Merihan Hussein
Assistant Manager, Governance & Institutional Excellence
Riyadh
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Manager of Governance & Institutional Excellence with a strong background in regulatory compliance, risk management, and corporate governance. Skilled in developing and implementing governance frameworks, enhancing internal controls, and ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards. Adept at conducting risk assessments, policy development, and process optimization to drive operational efficiency and institutional integrity. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders, foster a culture of accountability, and support strategic decision-making. Committed to promoting excellence, transparency, and sustainable business practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Manager of GRC
Confidential Government
10.2024 - Current
- Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Governance & Institutional Excellence department, setting up foundational frameworks, policies, and procedures.
- Developed and implemented governance frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational objectives.
- Led the design and execution of risk management strategies, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring to enhance institutional resilience.
- Oversaw compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to national and international regulatory standards, conducting audits, and addressing compliance gaps.
- Spearheaded institutional excellence programs, driving continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and performance optimization across the entity.
- Established governance structures, charters, and reporting mechanisms to support transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
- Conducted governance and risk assessments, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Advised senior leadership on corporate governance strategies, risk mitigation plans, and compliance requirements.
- Developed and led training programs to promote a culture of governance, risk awareness, and compliance among employees.
- Ensured alignment with national transformation goals and international governance standards to enhance institutional credibility and effectiveness.
Risk Assurance Manager
Panda Retail Company – Savola Group
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Initiating, Implementing and monitoring Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) along with suppliers to guarantee success and sustainability of company's operations.
- Identifying, analyzing, evaluating and reporting business risks and monitor potential local and international impact.
- Performed periodic reporting to company's executive team to reflect current stages, future plans associated with goals to achieve strategic objectives.
- Providing consultancy to various projects and strategic plans.
Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst
Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Co.
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Participated in establishing Enterprise Risk Management System.
- Trained over 1000 employees at all levels through awareness Sessions.
- Assist all Risk owners, coordinators and champions in utilizing ERM System.
- Monitor Departmental, Functional and Corporate Risk Registers.
- Develop Risk Analysis Reports of ERM Annual Programs.
- Validate Risk Control effectiveness of TCR.
- Report Top Corporate Risks to Board of Directors.
- Develop Surveys and Quizzes to assess risk programs, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure knowledge transfer effectively.
- Developed ESG and Sustainability Report Analysis.
- Review and Approve Workflows of Enterprise Documented Information Management System (EDIMS).
Internal Auditor
Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Co.
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Review identified risks, analyze controls and test compliance.
- Assist, identify and report audit issues.
- Draft audit findings and recommendations into executive reports.
- Implement auditing information into TeamMate Software.
- Coordinate with external auditors and document process reviews.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Business & Technology (UBT)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 01.2012 - 12.2015
Skills
Risk Management
Governance & Compliance
Leadership & Strategic Thinking
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Institutional Excellence & Process Optimization
Internal Auditing
Certification
Risk Champion Certification
Timeline
Assistant Manager of GRC
Confidential Government
10.2024 - Current
Risk Champion Certification
11-2022
Risk Assurance Manager
Panda Retail Company – Savola Group
10.2022 - 12.2022
Awareness of ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001 & RC 14001 standards
06-2022
GRC - Advanced Governance, Risk Management and Compliance
01-2022
Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst
Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Co.
01.2020 - 08.2022
CIA - Certification of Internal Auditor - Part 1
10-2019
Lean Six Sigma Certificate
06-2018
Internal Auditor
Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Co.
08.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Business & Technology (UBT)
01.2012 - 12.2015
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