Hajar Al Blooshi
Summary
Strategic Human Capital executive with 15+ years of progressive leadership at Mubadala Investment Company (MIC) and the UAE public education sector. Renowned for architecting enterprise workforce plans, championing Emiratization, and steering multi-billion-dirham manpower and OPEX budgets. Expert in turning complex data into actionable strategy, influencing C-suite and Board decisions, and building high-performance teams. Delivered AED 130 M+ in cost efficiencies, lifted UAE National representation by 14 percentage points, and automated 90 % of HC reporting through advanced analytics and digital solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Associate – Workforce Planning – Human Capital
Mubadala Investment Company
10.2024 - Current
- Workforce planning including manpower planning for 2026 WFP as well as normalization of the existing movements vs scorecard targets, budget manpower movements, manpower budget preparation for 2026 WFP from corporate MIC. Including international offices and short term secondees and inward secondees.
- Workforce planning for Mubadala assets, including headcount increase, seniority, training and promotion plans for 2026, preparing the guidelines for the cycle, preparing the submission system.
- UAE based entities Emiratization report for all entities under Mubadala no matter the ownership %.
- Assets of Assets Emiratization report for those assets under direct reporting assets with majority owned 51% and about.
- Strategic workforce planning and benchmarking with international companies and global market.
- Emiratization trend analysis.
- Emiratization scorecard methodology assessment.
- Preparing the guidelines for assets / portfolio attrition metric to be assessed and control UAENs turnover.
- Managing MIC Manpower budget, and unit non-manpower budget.
- Country by country Emiratization / population manpower report.
Associate - Portfolio Emiratization
Mubadala Investment Company
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Architected and implemented an advanced budget tracker template that revolutionized departmental financial management. Automated the entire process and seamlessly integrated it into a dynamic Power BI dashboard, resulting in significantly enhanced accuracy, real-time tracking, and data-driven decision-making.
- Delivered precise monthly financial reports that provided deep insights into total approved budgets, year-to-date (YTD) expenditures, accruals, and pending payments. Managed a meticulous monthly accruals process, which included auditing departmental expenses, verifying invoices, and ensuring strict adherence to Mubadala's financial policies and regulations.
- Produced comprehensive year-end financial analysis, consolidating all accruals, outstanding payments, petty cash, and employee travel expenses. These reports offered an in-depth, 360-degree view of the department's financial landscape, empowering senior leadership with accurate, actionable insights to drive strategic decisions and optimize resource allocation.
- Led the annual financial business plan cycle for both manpower and non-manpower budgeting, a critical function that directly impacts the financial and operational stability of the department.
- Developed detailed manpower resource plans, forecasting Emiratization growth across key areas: headcount, seniority, training, and promotion.
- Led the Workforce Plan (WFP) cycle for MIC corporate and portfolio sectors, effectively managing assets with 51% ownership and above.
- Created WFP guidelines and conducted awareness sessions across the organization, ensuring consistent understanding and implementation.
- Transformed complex data into compelling reports and analyses, providing key insights to senior leadership.
- Managed the monthly Emiratization scorecard process and reported it to finance based on the approved target set in the WFP cycle.
- Coordinated with assets to ensure the timely submission of Emiratization numbers to HRA.
- Achieved successful audit results through diligent record-keeping and strict adherence to internal controls.
- Implemented new software tool for budget tracking, greatly improving accuracy of financial data.
- Provided strategic guidance to senior leadership on human capital management, supporting long-term business objectives.
- Optimized schedules, forecasts and other tools to present to management.
- Supported the development of annual workforce plans, ensuring alignment between manpower needs and overarching business goals.
- Provided essential input during budgetary discussions, using manpower analysis data to inform financial resource allocation decisions.
- Conducted regular reviews of workforce composition, identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
Senior Specialist
Mubadala Investment Company
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Led a high-performing team under the Emiratization program, driving operational excellence through effective supervision and strategic problem-solving.
- Engineered and implemented process improvements, achieving a significant reduction in recurring issues and establishing a new standard for operational efficiency.
- Managed confidential, high-impact projects aimed at increasing nationalization rates across MIC assets, leading to a 90% success rate in redeploying affected employees.
- Maintained and updated a comprehensive Master File, ensuring all trainee data was meticulously recorded and accurately reflected in dashboard reports.
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Managed large-scale budgets, optimizing resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency and financial performance.
- Facilitated team collaboration tools, improving communication and efficiency across departments.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
HC Coordinator
Mubadala Investment Company
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Managed complex schedules, logistics, and communications for senior leadership, ensuring seamless operations and driving organizational success.
- Crafted and presented high-level documents, reports, and presentations that significantly influenced business strategy and supported senior management's objectives.
- Played an instrumental role in the Fast Track program, managing legal agreements and financial reporting, successfully recruiting over 800 UAE nationals and driving nationalization initiatives.
- Executed mid-year and end-year reconciliations with precision, ensuring strict compliance with HRA guidelines.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications, and characteristics of top candidates.
- Initiated referral program that significantly increased quality and fit of new hires by leveraging existing workforce's network.
- Collaborated with HR to integrate onboarding programs with recruitment efforts, smoothing transition for new hires and accelerating their productivity.
- Introduced pre-employment assessments to evaluate critical skills and competencies, leading to better overall job fit for new hires.
Deputy Vice-Principal
Ministry of Education
07.2016 - 11.2016
- Directed key projects focused on operational improvement, resource allocation, and strategic planning, delivering measurable enhancements in school performance.
- Managed school budgets, ensuring optimal resource utilization and financial transparency.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Administered school budget and tracked expenses.
- Improved parent-teacher communication by organizing informative events, updating website content, and distributing newsletters regularly.
Teacher Development Specialist
Ministry of Education
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Pioneered professional development programs that elevated teaching standards and enhanced the educational experience for both staff and students.
- Led the hiring, training, and development of a high-caliber team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
English Language Teacher
Ministry of Education
07.2009 - 09.2014
- Designed and delivered an innovative English language curriculum, impacting over 500 students and driving educational outcomes that exceeded national standards.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, addressing learning challenges with tailored strategies to ensure student success.
- Authored tests and quizzes to evaluate student learning and comprehension.
- Created hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Managed all aspects of extracurricular activities, including planning events, coordinating schedules, and supervising students during field trips.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
English Language & Literature
Skills
- Budget Management
- Strategic Forecasting
- Business Planning
- Headcount Optimization
- Training & Development
- Growth Planning
- Process Improvement
- Confidential Project Handling
- Executive Support
- Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Dashboard Management
- Strategic Presentations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership Communication
Certification
- Certified CIPD Level 5, Associate, 2021: Diploma Human Resources Management
- Certified Data Science and Business Analytics, University of Texas at Austin - 2024-2025 (in progress)
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Senior Associate – Workforce Planning – Human Capital
Mubadala Investment Company
10.2024 - Current
Associate - Portfolio Emiratization
Mubadala Investment Company
01.2022 - 09.2024
Senior Specialist
Mubadala Investment Company
04.2019 - 12.2021
HC Coordinator
Mubadala Investment Company
11.2016 - 03.2019
Deputy Vice-Principal
Ministry of Education
07.2016 - 11.2016
Teacher Development Specialist
Ministry of Education
09.2014 - 06.2016
English Language Teacher
Ministry of Education
07.2009 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts -
English Language & Literature
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