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Asma Alshamsi

Asma Alshamsi

Dubai ,UAE

Summary

Mission driven and innovative professional with sky high ambition. A strategic advisor and youth advocate, who believes in constant enhancement of systems, ideas. Individual who leads with purpose, drive impact, and inspire progress across every role which take on.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Advisor

Ministry of Community Empowerment
Dubai
10.2023 - Current

Advisor within Ministry of Community Empowerment's Undersecretary’s Office, playing pivotal role in enhancing excellence, managing projects, and formulating strategic concepts shaping policy design and advising on crucial initiatives. Also represents government youth as nominated member of Youth Talented Council, contributing actively to national development. Vital voice in Internal Youth Council, influencing decisions beyond support services and spearheading impactful changes throughout organization.

Senior Auditor Governance & Excellence

ADNOC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2021 - 10.2023

first Emirati Internal Auditor to conduct audits in ADNOC’s offshore operations (Zirku Island), I led strategic and operational audits across ADNOC and its group companies. I played a key role in high level leadership forums, contributing to organizational enhancement, innovation, and governance excellence establishing a strong presence in both field and boardroom

Principal Auditor

Emirates Global Aluminum
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2018 - 06.2021

Led and delivered critical audits and high-impact reviews, including the $3B Shaheen Refinery Project "the UAE’s first refinery" ensuring upstream readiness, and a $90M Admin Complex review. Achieved $900K in savings through a targeted HR leave balance audit. Championed audits in physical security, BCM, and safety, driving key follow-ups and improvements. Recognized as the go to expert for ad hoc assignments, special reviews, and investigations.

Senior auditor

Emirates Global Aluminum
Dubai, UAE
06.2015 - 01.2018

Oversaw complex audits, ensuring meticulous adherence to elevated standards. Led high-level confidential assignments across critical business areas, driving strategic insights. Mentored future talent to cultivate skills and enhance governance in audit practices.

Internal auditor

Emirates Global Aluminum
Dubai, UAE
03.2013 - 05.2015

Pioneered role as First Emirati Internal Auditor at Emirates Global Aluminum, directing audits across Finance, Marketing, HR, BCM, Safety, and Security to establish robust governance frameworks and excellence standards.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

University of Sharjah
Sharjah / UAE
01.2007 - 01.2013

CFA - Certified Fraud Examination

International Internal Audit Association
United States
08.2022 - 12.2022

Skills

  • Practical innovation
  • Business acumen
  • Leadership skills
  • Quality Assurance
  • Operational support
  • Data analysis

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Arabic
Proficient (C2)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advisor

Ministry of Community Empowerment
10.2023 - Current

CFA - Certified Fraud Examination

International Internal Audit Association
08.2022 - 12.2022

Senior Auditor Governance & Excellence

ADNOC
06.2021 - 10.2023

Principal Auditor

Emirates Global Aluminum
01.2018 - 06.2021

Senior auditor

Emirates Global Aluminum
06.2015 - 01.2018

Internal auditor

Emirates Global Aluminum
03.2013 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

University of Sharjah
01.2007 - 01.2013
Asma Alshamsi