Salim Alsalim
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in Crisis & Emergency Management and Business Continuity Planning. Demonstrates strategic leadership and supervision, excelling in transportation and logistics management. Proficient in project planning and execution, policy development, and quality management systems. Strong skills in team building, communication, stakeholder engagement, and report preparation. Adept at analytical thinking, problem solving, and organisational time management. Committed to collaborative teamwork with a focus on business acumen and self-motivation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Department Head of Beneficiary Experience
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
Dammam, Eastern Province
10.2024 - Current
- Improved departmental efficiency by streamlining administrative processes.
- Streamlined workflows for improved operational efficiency.
- Established unified communication system for greater team collaboration.
- Created robust reporting systems to track departmental progress accurately.
- Spearheaded change management initiatives leading to increased adaptability amongst staff.
- Managed cross-department projects for better organisational effectiveness.
- Fostered positive work environment by implementing employee engagement initiatives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, thus raising standards of excellence.
- Liaised with top management to align department goals with organization vision.
- Implemented new technologies for improved workflow and productivity.
- Developed strategic plans to meet business objectives efficiently.
Director of Quality and Commitment Department
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
Dammam
06.2021 - 09.2024
- Led the implementation and effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS)
- Developed and aligned quality policies with strategic organizational goals
- Advocated client focus and continuous improvement across all departments
- Ensured compliance with national and international quality standards
- Guided teams to meet performance and quality targets
- Assigned and communicated roles and responsibilities across the organization
Deputy Transportation Department Manager
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
Dammam
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw daily transport operations and coordinated logistics
- Scheduled and optimized driver routes and vehicle allocations
- Prepared operational reports for senior management
- Supported department leadership in strategic decision-making
Emergency Operations Center Assistant Manager
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
Dammam
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed resource deployment during emergencies
- Developed operational strategies and emergency plans
- Coordinated multi-agency response and monitored field operations
- Contributed to the National Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Plan revision
Education
M.S. - Emergency Management and Homeland Security
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR 01.2013 - 01.2015
B.S. - Emergency Administration and Planning
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 01.2008 - 01.2012
Skills
- Crisis & Emergency Management
- Business Continuity Planning
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Strategic Leadership & Supervision
- Transportation & Logistics Management
- Project Planning & Execution
- Policy Development
- Team Building & Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Report Preparation & Documentation
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Organizational & Time Management
- Self-motivated & Confident
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Business Acumen
Certification
- Disaster Management Course, 01/01/19 - 03/31/19
- Humanitarian & Relief Program, Saudi Red Crescent Authority, 11/01/15 - 06/30/16
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
Custom
- Mitigation & Preparedness in Emergencies
- Response & Recovery in Emergencies
- Hazardous Materials Management
- Cybersecurity in Crisis Contexts
- Ethics in Emergency & Disaster Management
Timeline
Department Head of Beneficiary Experience
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
10.2024 - Current
Director of Quality and Commitment Department
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
06.2021 - 09.2024
Deputy Transportation Department Manager
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
07.2018 - 05.2021
Emergency Operations Center Assistant Manager
Saudi Red Crescent Authority
06.2017 - 06.2018
M.S. - Emergency Management and Homeland Security
Arkansas Tech University
01.2013 - 01.2015
B.S. - Emergency Administration and Planning
University of North Texas
01.2008 - 01.2012
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