Mohamad Nour Bakizada

Led high-impact strategic initiatives for government entities and giga-projects, driving alignment with Saudi Vision 2030:

Development Authority Support Center (DASC) - Institutional Setup for Regional Development Authority

• Spearheaded institutional setup for Yanbu, Umluj, Al Wajh, and Duba Development Authority (YUWDDA), aligning with national giga-projects like NEOM and The Red Sea Project.
• Developed comprehensive governance frameworks and operating models, ensuring regulatory compliance and stakeholder buy-in.
• Facilitated strategic alignment between regional initiatives and national objectives, positioning YUWDDA as a key enabler for local economic development.
• Established robust frameworks for inter-agency collaboration, enhancing coordination between YUWDDA and other national entities.

Royal Court IMO Strategy Unit - Strategic Direction for NEOM Investment

• Managed a confidential, high-stakes project advising a strategic investor on potential NEOM investment.
• Delivered a comprehensive strategic roadmap aligning investor goals with Vision 2030 objectives within an aggressive 30-day timeline.
• Provided critical insights on investment opportunities, risk mitigation strategies, and potential synergies with existing NEOM initiatives.
• Facilitated high-level stakeholder engagements, ensuring alignment between national interests and investor objectives.

Ministry of Municipal Rural Affairs and Housing (MOMRAH) - EPMO Framework

• Developed and implemented an Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) framework to drive efficiency across the organization.
• Designed a performance evaluation system with real-time dashboards to track individual and team contributions.
• Reengineered key operational processes, resulting in a 60% improvement in employee performance and significant enhancement in operational efficiency.
• Led change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and processes, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness.

Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) - Strategy and Performance System

• Led the formulation of DGHR's comprehensive strategy, including vision, mission, and strategic objectives.
• Developed a cascading strategy map aligning departmental goals with overarching organizational objectives.
• Designed and implemented an innovative performance management system, resulting in a 15% increase in departmental goal achievement and 30% improvement in cross-functional collaboration.
• Facilitated executive workshops to ensure buy-in and alignment across all levels of leadership.
• Established KPIs and performance dashboards to track progress against strategic objectives, enabling data-driven decision-making at the executive level.

Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) - Biosecurity System

• Directed the establishment of a cross-functional biosecurity system using One Health Principles, integrating public health, animal health, and environmental sectors.
• Led stakeholder engagement initiatives, facilitating collaboration between multiple government agencies and private sector entities.
• Developed governance structures and committees to ensure effective coordination and rapid response to potential biosecurity threats.
• Created a comprehensive risk management framework, enhancing the authority's capability to identify, assess, and mitigate biosecurity risks.

Led strategic initiatives across diverse sectors, demonstrating versatility and cross-industry expertise:

• Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON): Contributed to the food industries cluster initiative, conducting feasibility studies and designing operational models aligned with Vision 2030 goals.
• Saudi Exports Development Authority (SEDA): Established the Evaluation and Consultation Department, enhancing support for top-tier exporting firms through strategic advisory services.
• National Center for Palms & Dates (NCPD): Directed growth initiatives and market research, developing strategies to enhance sector competitiveness and optimize the value chain.
• Al-Rajhi Saudi Group: Conducted a comprehensive feasibility study for an agricultural market center, providing critical insights and strategic recommendations for project success.

Contributed to strategic transformation initiatives in the agricultural sector:

• Organic Farming Development Program (MEWA): Supported program and portfolio initiatives to enhance the competitiveness of the organic farming sector.
• Prevention and Control of Red Palm Weevil (RPW): Contributed to strategic initiative management and risk mitigation efforts, supporting the national strategy for pest control.