Saba Abu Seini
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Executive leader with expertise in business operations, strategic planning, and organizational development. Skilled in executive office management, people strategy, and cross-functional alignment, driving operational excellence and corporate governance. Proven success in stakeholder management, performance management, and process improvement, ensuring effective business analysis and project leadership. Experienced in change management, fostering innovation and growth in dynamic environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Chief Administrative Officer & Chief of Staff
NYBL
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2021.12 - 2026.03
- Promoted to Chief Administrative Officer in 2025, expanding responsibilities across organizational operations, people strategy, and executive office leadership.
- Serve as a strategic advisor and operational partner to the Chief Executive Officer, translating company vision into executable priorities across leadership teams.
- Partner with the CEO on investor relations and fundraising initiatives, preparing materials, research, and strategic narratives to support capital raising and investor engagement.
- Coordinate investor communications and due diligence processes, compiling financial, operational, and strategic information required for potential investors and partners.
- Support the preparation of investor presentations, fundraising documentation, and strategic business updates for board members and external stakeholders.
- Conduct competitive research, market analysis, and strategic positioning work to strengthen the company’s investment narrative and growth strategy.
- Manage confidential information and investor-related workflows with a high level of discretion and executive oversight.
- Lead the executive office and drive organizational operating cadence including leadership meetings, strategic planning cycles, and executive decision processes.
- Architect operational structures that convert high-level strategic initiatives into clear execution plans, ownership frameworks, and measurable outcomes.
- Align leadership teams around key company priorities by establishing accountability mechanisms, tracking strategic initiatives, and escalating critical issues.
- Strengthen cross-functional collaboration between departments by improving communication flows, governance processes, and decision-making structures.
- Support executive leadership with strategic analysis, decision briefs, and operational insights that enable faster and more informed business decisions.
- Reinforce company mission, culture, and operating principles across teams to ensure alignment between strategic objectives and day-to-day execution.
- Lead high-impact internal initiatives and special projects across organizational strategy, operational scaling, and business development.
Assistant Manager to the Chief Executive Officer
MORUSMED
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2019.12 - 2021.02
- Led strategic research and market analysis to support the development of a digital healthcare platform designed to connect hospitals, clinics, and patients within a unified ecosystem.
- Conducted in-depth feasibility studies on the regional healthcare market, evaluating regulatory frameworks, competitive landscapes, and operational requirements for platform deployment.
- Built relationships with hospitals, medical centers, and healthcare providers to assess partnership opportunities and validate market demand for the platform model.
- Analyzed healthcare provider workflows and patient engagement models to identify integration opportunities and potential value creation through digital solutions.
- Produced research reports, market insights, and strategic recommendations that informed the CEO’s decisions on business development and regional expansion.
- Supported early-stage business development efforts by identifying potential partners, mapping key healthcare stakeholders, and evaluating commercial viability.
Business Owner
BELLE DE JOUR MEDICAL SPA
, United Arab Emirates
2013.06 - 2018.09
- Co-founded and launched a medical spa venture, developing the business model, operational structure, and go-to-market strategy from concept to launch.
- Built operational systems including administrative processes, service workflows, and staff training frameworks to support business growth.
- Conducted market analysis and competitive positioning to align services with customer demand and industry trends.
- Negotiated commercial agreements and partnerships that expanded market presence and service offerings.
- Cultivated a performance-driven culture focused on service quality, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.
Business Analyst
BELLE DE JOUR MEDICAL SPA
2012.04 - 2013.04
- Conducted feasibility analysis and market research to support the launch of a new medical services business.
- Evaluated operational requirements, legal considerations, and startup costs to inform the business plan.
HR & Operations Coordinator
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL DUBAI CENTER
Dubai Healthcare City, UAE
2008.03 - 2010.08
- Coordinated human resources and operational activities to support workforce planning and business continuity.
- Managed recruitment processes including job postings, candidate coordination, and interview scheduling.
- Led onboarding and orientation programs to integrate new employees effectively.
- Supported employee relations and HR administration across the organization.
Personal Assistant to the CEO
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL DUBAI CENTER
Dubai, UAE
2006.05 - 2008.02
- Provided executive support to senior leadership, managing schedules, communications, documentation, and confidential information.
- Coordinated internal projects and deadlines across departments to ensure timely execution of priorities..
Administrative Assistant
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE
Dubai, UAE
2005.12 - 2006.02
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Jordan
High School Diploma - undefined
Philadelphia National Schools
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Chief of Staff Leadership
- Business Operations
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Development
- Executive Office Management
- People Strategy
- Executive Coaching
- Training programme development
- Cross-Functional Alignment
- Corporate Governance
- Operational Excellence
- Stakeholder Management
- Performance Management
- Process Improvement
- Business Analysis
- Project Leadership
- Change Management
Certification
- Data Strategy: Leverage AI for Business
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Professional Education
- Business Coaching Certification
- Office Management & Administration Skills
- Knowledge Horizon, Dubai
- Customer Service Excellence
- Insight Learning Organization, Dubai
Timeline
Chief Administrative Officer & Chief of Staff
NYBL
2021.12 - 2026.03
Assistant Manager to the Chief Executive Officer
MORUSMED
2019.12 - 2021.02
Business Owner
BELLE DE JOUR MEDICAL SPA
2013.06 - 2018.09
Business Analyst
BELLE DE JOUR MEDICAL SPA
2012.04 - 2013.04
HR & Operations Coordinator
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL DUBAI CENTER
2008.03 - 2010.08
Personal Assistant to the CEO
HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL DUBAI CENTER
2006.05 - 2008.02
Administrative Assistant
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE
2005.12 - 2006.02
High School Diploma - undefined
Philadelphia National Schools
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Jordan