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Fahad Altamimi

Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Results-oriented Government Advisor specialising in organisational transformation and workforce development within the public sector. Led strategic portfolios aligned with Abu Dhabi Government objectives, utilising data analytics and performance reporting to improve decision-making and organisational effectiveness. Facilitated cross-functional collaboration and delivered award-winning initiatives that enhanced workforce capability and addressed national strategies.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Advisor

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024.03 - Current

· Provide strategic advisory on HR policies, employee development, and capacity- building initiatives.

· Developed and implemented organisational strategies aligning departmental objectives with federal and local priorities to support mission fulfilment.

· Lead cross-functional projects to enhance service delivery and streamline administrative processes.

· Improved workflow efficiency through governance optimisation and stakeholder coordination, ensuring seamless administrative processes.

  • Negotiated with suppliers and lenders to achieve optimal client prices.
  • Achieved personal KPIs with diligent work and supported overall team objectives.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, enhancing the company's reputation in the industry.
  • Streamlined communication processes, improving team coordination.

Director of Special Projects

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority
Abu Dhabi
2023.09 - 2024.03

· Oversaw strategic initiatives and training programs that facilitated organisational transformation.

· Delivered executive reports and data-driven insights for leadership decision- making.

· Led workforce planning and structural design to ensure alignment with institutional mandates.

  • Handled conflict resolution within teams fostering better collaboration.
  • Administered contracts, contributing to seamless vendor relations.
  • Established clear objectives, aligning them with the company's strategic goals.

Vice Principal Student Services and Operations

ADVETI
Abu Dhabi , UAE
2019.10 - 2023.09

· Developed student engagement strategies and fostered partnerships with stakeholders and parents to improve student support and involvement.

· Directed multi-campus operations in HR, logistics, procurement, and compliance management to enhance service delivery across campuses.

· Administered budget planning and vendor management to ensure effective resource allocation and operational success.

  • Promoted healthy lifestyle amongst students through various wellness programmes.
  • Cultivated student leadership opportunities, increased student participation in extracurricular activities.
  • Collaborated with staff, parents, and students to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Organised career counselling sessions for senior students to guide them towards future goals..
  • Built strong relationships between school and community stakeholders, enhanced school's reputation in local area..
  • Ensured smooth operation of school administration with effective leadership and management.

Associate Academic Manager

ADVETI
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2017.05 - 2019.10

· Managed academic operations, faculty development, and instructional planning to enhance educational quality.

· Supported exam readiness and coordinated professional learning programmes to elevate staff capabilities.

· Delivered engaging mathematics instruction to students while assisting in HR and campus operations.

  • Conducted staff appraisals to enhance productivity.
  • Established partnerships with external institutions for student exchange programmes.
  • Advocated for student welfare with the establishment of support services.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback mechanisms-both from teachers and students.
  • Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.

Drilling Site Leader

ADNOC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2013.11 - 2017.05

· Supervised well-site drilling operations, ensuring compliance with ADNOC HSE standards to enhance safety protocols.

· Oversaw engineering performance and conducted safety audits, leading incident investigations to improve operational safety.

· Promoted proactive safety culture through monitoring performance and reporting compliance, fostering a safer work environment.

  • Provided leadership to team members, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Ensured proper documentation of all site activities for audit purposes and future reference.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Technology and Innovation Management

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Malaysia
2018.11 - 2026.05

Master's degree - Big Data & Business Analytics

ESCP Business School
Dubai / UAE
2023.02 - 2025.04

Executive MBA - Business Administration

IMT
Dubai / UAE
2016.09 - 2017.11

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

The Petroleum Institute
UAE
2008.08 - 2013.06

Skills

  • Transformation Project & Program Management

  • Strategic planning

  • Policy design

  • Policy Analysis

  • Change management

  • Performance Management & Employee Experience

  • Learning & Development Strategy

  • Conflict resolution capability

  • Data analysis capabilities

Languages

English
Fluent
Arabic
Native

Certification

· Certified Training Consultant – United Academy, 2024

· Certified International Trainer – National Applicators, 2024

· Business Continuity (NCEMA 7000:2021) – Rabdan Academy, 2024

· ISO 10001 Quality Management – The Knowledge Academy, 2025

· ISO 9001 Lead Auditor – The Knowledge Academy, 2025

· HarvardX Early Childhood Development (ECD01) Certificate – 2023

· Conflict & Time Management – CPD Certified, 2020

· IC3 Computer Certification 2018

· TOEFL IPT (Score: 587) – 2017

· National Service – Completed, 2015

Accomplishments

2 published articles:

  • Altamimi, F., & Hilmi, M. F. The Relationship Between Innovation, Digital Transformation, Organizational Learning, Perceived Organizational Support, and Employee Performance.
  • Altamimi, F., & Hilmi, M. F. Exploring the Interplay between Perceived Organizational Support, Employee Performance, and Innovation: A Study of the Moderating Role of Organizational Learning.

Helped my organization (ECA) in winning in :

Asian Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025

Gov Media and conference award 2024 and 2025

Timeline

Advisor

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority
2024.03 - Current

Director of Special Projects

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority
2023.09 - 2024.03

Master's degree - Big Data & Business Analytics

ESCP Business School
2023.02 - 2025.04

Vice Principal Student Services and Operations

ADVETI
2019.10 - 2023.09

Doctor of Philosophy - Technology and Innovation Management

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
2018.11 - 2026.05

Associate Academic Manager

ADVETI
2017.05 - 2019.10

Executive MBA - Business Administration

IMT
2016.09 - 2017.11

Drilling Site Leader

ADNOC
2013.11 - 2017.05

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

The Petroleum Institute
2008.08 - 2013.06
Fahad Altamimi