SARA ALKHAJEH
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Energetic employee with strong communication and organizational skills. Actively seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings, demonstrating a keen eye for detail. Adept at multitasking and quick to learn, with the ability to manage a variety of operations effectively.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Section Head
Royal Jet Group
Abu Dhabi
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted high-risk destination and flight assessments using intelligence platforms such as MedAire 360, providing actionable countermeasures to safeguard crew and assets.
- Supported the Security Affairs Postholder in ensuring RoyalJet’s full compliance with UAE and host state aviation security regulations.
- Participated in audit and inspection visits, and performed in-flight security duties for high-risk, regulatory-sensitive missions.
- Developed and implemented risk management strategies, fully aligned with RoyalJet’s security policies, and GCAA directives.
- Maintained and continuously updated the Air Operator Security Program (AOSP) in compliance with ICAO Annex 17 and CAR Part VII.
- Represented the Security Affairs Manager in liaison with local authorities, including airport security, police, and regulatory bodies.
- Assisted in maintaining and enforcing security policies, protecting aircraft, passengers, and personnel against unlawful interference.
- Advised on security program compliance, ensuring RoyalJet meets international aviation security standards, and national civil aviation expectations.
- Supported internal security investigations, reducing risk exposure from crime, breaches, and internal misconduct.
Air Traffic Control Officer
Global Aerospace Logistics LLC
Abu Dhabi
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Initiated and issued air traffic control clearances, instructions, and advisories to ensure the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic operating under instrument and visual flight rules.
- Relayed critical weather data, maintained aircraft activity reports, and monitored navigation aids.
- Relayed traffic control and other instructions concerned with aircraft safety to pilots.
- Acquired and transferred radar and non-radar control of aircraft to adjoining sectors of facilities.
- Provided flight path changes or directions to emergency landing fields for pilots traveling in bad weather or in emergency situations.
Air Traffic Control Assistant
Global Aerospace Logistics LLC
Abu Dhabi
03.2013 - 07.2017
- Reviewed routes, daily traffic, and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs.
- Worked closely with team members to implement safety procedures.
- Alerted airport response personnel to crises, including incoming medical and other emergency landings.
Air Traffic Control Assistant
Zayed Air Navigation Center - GCAA
Abu Dhabi
05.2012 - 02.2013
- Provided skilled assistance in the operational Radar positions.
- Recorded flight data & undertook general administrative tasks.
- Liaised with other operating departments efficiently & effectively communicated through an emergency.
- Developed flight plans and reported on airport conditions and turbulence forecasts.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Retail Sales Officer
National Bank of Abu Dhabi - NBAD
Abu Dhabi
09.2008 - 04.2012
- Dealt with customers to understand needs, assist and collect feedback to optimize operations.
- Motivated higher sales through incentives, reward-based programs, and positive reinforcement of acceptable sales practices.
- Created excellent service experiences to cultivate customer loyalty and retention.
Education
Leadership
Abu Dhabi Government
Abu Dhabi03-2025
Diploma - LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Harvard ManageMentor
Boston07.2022
Diploma - International Legal Consultant
Certified Law & Arbitration Academy
Dubai,UAE01.2022
Diploma - International Criminal Investigator
Certified Law & Arbitration Academy
Dubai05.2021
Diploma - Aviation Security Awareness
International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Professional Certificate - Aviation Law - Fundamentals
International Air Transport Association - IATA
United StatesProfessional Certificate - International Air Law
ICAO Global Aviation Training
CanadaProfessional Certificate / License - Approach Control Surveillance
Abu Dhabi Polytechnic
Abu DhabiProfessional Certificate - Air Traffic Control - Basic ATC
Abu Dhabi Polytechnic
Abu DhabiNanodegree - Business Analytics
Udacity - Abu Dhabi School of Government
Abu DhabiNanodegree - AI Programming with Python
Udacity - Abu Dhabi School of Government
Abu DhabiSkills
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Communication
- Organization
- Problem-solving
- Management
- Coordination
- Leadership
- Action planning
- Calm in crisis situations
- Crisis management
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Aviation security
- Develop policies
Certification
Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance
- AVSEC Management Course – GCAS, 19–23 Feb 2024
- Airline Aviation Security Training – GCAS, 15–19 Jan 2024
- Security Audit and Quality Control – IATA, 13–16 May 2024
- Cargo & Mail Security Training – GCAS, 8–12 Jan 2024
- Aviation Security Basic Training – GCAS, Dec 2023
- ICAO International Air Law – ICAO GAT, Canada, Sept 2020
- Aviation Law – Fundamentals – IATA, Sept 2020
- Certified GCAA Aviation Security Instructor
Modules: GSAT and Basic AVSEC
Certificate Nos. GCAA-INS-0033, 0034, 0035 – Valid until 2027 - Train-the-Trainer Program – GCAS, 20–23 May 2024
- 12 Principles of Crisis Management – Completed Nov 18, 2024
- Risk Management & Threat Response Integration (applied in flight-specific risk assessments and security strategy development)
- Safety Performance Indicators (SPI) & ALOS – Etihad Aviation Training, Nov 6–7, 2024
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Arabic
Native
Native
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Al Jadaara Leadership Development Program
February 2025
Abu Dhabi Government
- Recognized as a high-potential leader with clear strength in cognitive skills, drive, and potential strength in adaptability and building relationships
- Scored significantly above average in critical thinking (business, logical reasoning) compared to UAE mid-career norms
- Strengths leveraged: strategic thinker (analyzing market trends, creating standard procedures) and results driver (cutting internal approval time by 50%)
- Development focus: transformation enabler (leading change initiatives) and innovation explorer (adopting emerging technologies)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security Section Head
Royal Jet Group
11.2023 - Current
Air Traffic Control Officer
Global Aerospace Logistics LLC
08.2017 - 05.2018
Air Traffic Control Assistant
Global Aerospace Logistics LLC
03.2013 - 07.2017
Air Traffic Control Assistant
Zayed Air Navigation Center - GCAA
05.2012 - 02.2013
Retail Sales Officer
National Bank of Abu Dhabi - NBAD
09.2008 - 04.2012
Leadership
Abu Dhabi Government
Diploma - LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Harvard ManageMentor
Diploma - International Legal Consultant
Certified Law & Arbitration Academy
Diploma - International Criminal Investigator
Certified Law & Arbitration Academy
Diploma - Aviation Security Awareness
International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Professional Certificate - Aviation Law - Fundamentals
International Air Transport Association - IATA
Professional Certificate - International Air Law
ICAO Global Aviation Training
Professional Certificate / License - Approach Control Surveillance
Abu Dhabi Polytechnic
Professional Certificate - Air Traffic Control - Basic ATC
Abu Dhabi Polytechnic
Nanodegree - Business Analytics
Udacity - Abu Dhabi School of Government
Nanodegree - AI Programming with Python
Udacity - Abu Dhabi School of Government
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