Osama Alkhattaf
Riyadh,Riyadh Region
Summary
Accomplished professional with over 13 years of experience in bilateral relations and event coordination, specializing in diplomatic protocol. Proven success in government liaison roles, adept at managing high-stakes situations. Expertise in fostering international cooperation and advancing diplomatic initiatives through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
general exuctive director office manager
Ministry of Defense, Executive Affairs
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2025.07 - Current
- Collaborated effectively with all general departments for streamlined project executions.
- Enhanced productivity with thorough organisation of daily tasks.
- Fostered positive workplace environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, leading to employee skill development and improvement.
- Provided executive support, enhancing decision-making capabilities.
- Accurately executed secretarial tasks, maintaining smooth administrative operations.
- Worked with HR to maintain accurate and confidential employee records, enforcing compliance with regulatory standards.
Unit Head
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Cairo, Egypt
2023.01 - 2025.07
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures, reduced learning curve period significantly.
- Liaised with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Delegated tasks appropriately to maximise team productivity.
- Maintained confidential records, safeguarding sensitive corporate information.
- Scheduled appointments for executive management.
- Handled incoming correspondence, resulting in timely responses and decision-making.
- Improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative procedures.
Team lead
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Houston, Texas, US
2019.07 - 2022.12
- Resolved protocol issues promptly, maintaining organisational reputation intact.
- Attended high-profile meetings as a representative of the organisation, promoting its image positively.
- Worked closely with security personnel to ensure safety of VIPs during their visit.
- Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
Senior specialist
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Houston, Texas, US
2016.08 - 2019.08
- Maintained confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive information pertaining to high-ranking officials' visits.
- Liaised with relevant organisations to organise high-level visits.
- Managed protocol affairs for diplomatic guests' visits.
- Conducted protocol duties at official functions, contributing to the success of events.
Protocol officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
rabat, morocco
2014.08 - 2016.08
- Established positive relationships with foreign diplomats through professional interactions.
- Achieved successful meetings with meticulous scheduling and planning.
- Ensured smooth facilitation of events by coordinating with various departments.
- Facilitated seamless communication between foreign delegates and host organisation.
Education
Bachelor of Economics - Banking
AL- Imama Muhammed Ibn Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 2009.09 - 2013.05
Faculty of Commerce - MBA
Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt 2023.02 - 2025.01
Skills
- Bilateral relations expertise
- Event coordination experience
- Diplomatic protocol knowledge
- Government liaison experience
- Diplomatic negotiation
Languages
English
Intermediate
Arabic
Fluent
training and certificates
- Protocols in Public Relations, Institute of Public Administration.
- Communication in Public Protocol, Institute of Public Administration.
- International Advanced Certificate Skills, Cambridge
- Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP)
- project management proffessional (PMP)
Timeline
general exuctive director office manager
Ministry of Defense, Executive Affairs
2025.07 - Current
Faculty of Commerce - MBA
Cairo University
2023.02 - 2025.01
Unit Head
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2023.01 - 2025.07
Team lead
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2019.07 - 2022.12
Senior specialist
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2016.08 - 2019.08
Protocol officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2014.08 - 2016.08
Bachelor of Economics - Banking
AL- Imama Muhammed Ibn Saud University
2009.09 - 2013.05