Raed Albrahim
Riyadh,Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Summary
A highly skilled professional with expertise in strategic decision-making, process optimisation, and problem-solving. Demonstrates evaluative and innovative thinking alongside visionary leadership to drive organisational success. Proficient in emotional intelligence, communication skills, and team building, ensuring quality assurance across all projects. Committed to leveraging these competencies to achieve long-term career goals in leadership and operational excellence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Consultant for Animal Health Sector
Weqaa Center
09.2023 - Current
- Provided critical analysis and insights on animal disease control plans
- Conducted thorough market research to identify potential growth opportunities.
- Assessed risks associated with proposed business solutions, minimising potential issues.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through effective communication and engagement methods.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting thorough audits and reviews.
- Identified areas for improvement in corporate structure, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Reviewed company policies regularly, aligning them with changing legal requirements.
Director of One Health Department
Weqaa Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Established and developed the department's road map and integrated One Health strategies within the veterinary sector
- Led the preparation of departmental projects, overseeing three key initiatives
- Provided critical analysis and insights on animal disease control plans
- Contributed to national committees on AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance) and food poisoning
- Collaborated with the University of Sydney to assess One Health implementations
- Published manuals on foodborne illness outbreak management, zoonotic diseases, and occupational safety.
Deputy Director of Veterinary Health and Monitoring
Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture
03.2017 - 08.2022
- Oversaw biosecurity operations in livestock projects and managed veterinary facility licensing and compliance
- Finalized export manuals for poultry and dairy products to the European Union and China
- Represented the ministry in international health regulations and external evaluation committees with WHO.
Deputy Director of Animal Health Division
Ministry of Agriculture
04.2013 - 03.2017
- Led responses to animal disease outbreaks, implementing biosecurity measures across the Kingdom
- Approved as an authorized source of raw wool exports to the EU
- Delivered training on zoonotic diseases and biosecurity for ministry veterinarians.
Biosecurity Supervisor for Poultry Projects
Ministry of Agriculture
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Supervised biosecurity activities in poultry projects, ensuring adherence to health standards and providing technical support to field veterinarians.
Veterinarian & Unit Manager
Al-Othman Agricultural Production Company (NADA)
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Managed dairy husbandry, cattle health, reproduction, and milk quality monitoring
- Analyzed health data to optimize herd performance and control diseases.
Education
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
King Faisal University
Al Ahssa Eastern Province 01.1993 - 01.1998
Skills
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Process Optimization
- Problem Solving
- Evaluative & Innovative Thinking
- Visionary Leadership
- Emotional Intelligence
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Quality Assurance
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded the Kingdom's first comprehensive investigation into equine diseases (2015-2016).
- Key contributor to securing export accreditation for wool, poultry, and dairy products to the EU and China.
- Led the development of mobile veterinary clinic specifications and veterinary hospital rules.
- Collaborated with FAO on national animal health and disease control strategies.
Languages
Arabic (Fluent)
Native
English
Fluent
Custom
- Comprehensive Biosecurity Assessment, 02/2024
- Lumpy Skin Disease Preparedness, 08/2023
- Avian Influenza Pandemic Preparedness, 01/2023
- Leadership & Strategic Planning Courses, 2023
- Multiple training courses in epidemiology, zoonotic diseases, and biosecurity (FAO, WHO accredited).
Timeline
Consultant for Animal Health Sector
Weqaa Center
09.2023 - Current
Director of One Health Department
Weqaa Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
Deputy Director of Veterinary Health and Monitoring
Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture
03.2017 - 08.2022
Deputy Director of Animal Health Division
Ministry of Agriculture
04.2013 - 03.2017
Biosecurity Supervisor for Poultry Projects
Ministry of Agriculture
01.2010 - 01.2013
Veterinarian & Unit Manager
Al-Othman Agricultural Production Company (NADA)
01.1997 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
King Faisal University
01.1993 - 01.1998
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