Dr. Ayesha Khalifa Al Mansoori
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Accomplished IT portfolio and programme leader with expertise in PMO governance, executive reporting, and organisation-wide budgeting and financial planning. Demonstrates a proven track record in strategy development, digital transformation, and risk management through the implementation of robust KPI frameworks. Skilled in vendor and contract management, with extensive experience leading multinational teams to deliver complex initiatives that drive operational excellence. Committed to leveraging strategic insights and leadership capabilities to foster innovation and achieve sustainable business growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certification
Work history
Head of Projects & Portfolio Management and PMO
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA)
ADIA
2016.01 - 2025.01
- Led the Projects & Portfolio Management Office (PMO) across ADIA.
- Presented IT portfolio reports to Executive Management Committee.
- Oversaw multimillion-dollar strategic programs and organizational collaboration.
- Developed governance frameworks, KPIs, and dashboards.
- Managed multinational teams and senior-level escalations.
Corporate Domain Manager
Oracle
ADIA
2009.01 - 2016.01
- Oversaw governance and performance of ADIA’s Oracle ecosystem.
- Led incident, problem, and scheduling functions.
IT Projects
Project Leader
ADIA
2004.01 - 2009.01
- Managed enterprise software and automation projects.
System Analyst
Abu Dhabi Securities Market
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
2001.01 - 2004.01
- Administered Great Plains system workflows and HR automation.
Education
Ph.D. - Strategy, Project Leadership & PMOs
09.2022
M.D. - Innovation & Entrepreneurship
09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Information Management
09.2005
GPA: Distinction
- Honours Degree
Higher Diploma - Business Information Technology
09.2001
Skills
- IT Portfolio & Program Leadership
- PMO Governance & Executive Reporting
- Organization-wide Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Strategy Development & Execution
- Oracle Enterprise Applications & Digital Transformation
- Risk Management & KPI Frameworks
- Vendor & Contract Management
- Multinational Team Leadership
Certification
- Harvard Business School – Alumna
- Leadership Development Program (LDP) – Harvard Business School
- PMP Training & Project Leadership
- ITIL Foundation & ITIL V3
- Oracle HRMS / iRecruitment
- Project Planning, Analysis & Control (PPAC)
- Leadership & Influence Programs
Languages
Arabic (Native)
English (Fluent)
Entrepreneurial & Private Projects
Founder & CEO – Oii Restaurant & Café, Founded and lead a premium hospitality brand with strong market presence., Oversee strategy, financial governance, brand development, and operations., Direct cross-functional teams and commercial partnerships., Expand business concepts using strategic leadership and PMO expertise.
Leadership & Public Engagement
Nominated Candidate – UAE Federal National Council Elections (2023)
Timeline
Head of Projects & Portfolio Management and PMO - Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA)
2016.01 - 2025.01
Corporate Domain Manager - Oracle
2009.01 - 2016.01
IT Projects - Project Leader
2004.01 - 2009.01
System Analyst - Abu Dhabi Securities Market
2001.01 - 2004.01
Swiss Business School - Ph.D., Strategy, Project Leadership & PMOs
HCT - M.D., Innovation & Entrepreneurship
HCT - Bachelor of Science, Information Management
HCT - Higher Diploma, Business Information Technology