Haitham Abdelhak , Ed. Strategy Consultant I Bidding Manager – Freelance

Haitham Abdelhak

Ed. Strategy Consultant I Bidding Manager – Freelance

Knowledge Consulting Group, UAE, KSA

Location
Saudi Arabia - Khobar
Education
Master's degree, Project Management
Experience
12 years, 3 Months

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Total years of experience :12 years, 3 Months

Ed. Strategy Consultant I Bidding Manager – Freelance at Knowledge Consulting Group, UAE, KSA
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • October 2023 to May 2024

• Participated and wrote technical & financial proposals for different governmental clients in KSA, UAE, Jordan in education, public sectors like HRDF, Royal commission in Al Ula, Ministry of Social Development.
• Managed proposal development process by leading the creation of proposals from initiation to submission, adhering to deadlines and RFP requirements.
• Formulated comprehensive strategies aligned with the client's vision and mission, focusing on thematic areas.
• Gathered and analyzed technical information by Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) to understand project requirements and translate technical details into clear, concise language.
• Develop compelling proposal content by writing persuasive technical sections, methodology outlines, and work plans, ensuring accuracy and alignment with the client's needs.
• Prepare financial proposals by developing cost estimates, budgets, and financial justifications, demonstrating the project's viability and value.
• Ensure proposal compliance by Meticulously reviewing proposals for adherence to RFP guidelines, formatting specifications, and any special client requirements.

Tourism Colleges Evaluation Lead, MEL Advisor and Training Specialist at PWC project with the Ministry of Tourism – Saudi Gov funded project
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • September 2022 to December 2023

• Upskilled & built the capability of leadership & faculty team to covering the main Leadership & management, training programs, trainers, faculty learners’ experience & learning environment.
• Increased compliance with CIPD standards by implementing comprehensive training delivery and evaluation procedures."
• Led the integration & improvements of the colleges through reviewing “existing quality systems, programs, learning & training management systems (LMS, QMS, Remote online Training Technology) and maintain process and workflow improvements.
• Created KPIs and tracked end-to-end program performance, leading to improvement in training ROI.
• Delivered impactful presentations to diverse audiences, effectively translating complex data into actionable insights.
• Ensured timely and accurate reporting, adhering to donor requirements and organizational guidelines.
• Technical Assistance & Capacity Building: Provided technical guidance and training to program staff on M&E best practices and data collection procedures.
• Supported internal teams in implementing and troubleshooting M&E systems for optimal program monitoring.

Senior Non-Key Expert MEL Advisor I Public Sector Reform Specialist at DAI Brussels LTD, Ministry of Education Project, EU funded project, Jordan
  • Jordan - Amman
  • April 2023 to July 2023

• Analyzed public sector institutions to identify areas for improvement in governance, service delivery, and performance.
• Developed and implemented public sector reform strategies aimed at improving efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency.
• Facilitated change management processes within government agencies to implement reforms.
• Supported government agencies in streamlining workflows, optimizing processes, and improving service delivery models.
• Advised on best practices in public sector management and administration.
• Coordinated with various stakeholders, including government officials, civil society organizations, and the private sector.
• Developed and implemented capacity development programs to strengthen the skills and knowledge of public sector employees.
• Monitored and evaluated the impact of public sector reforms.
• Managed M&E budgets effectively, ensuring resource utilization within budgetary constraints.
• Designed & delivered training on use of MEL tool (10-15 participants including the staff for M&E at ETC and professionals involved in evaluation of teacher training

Senior Education Advisor- Team Leader at Applus Spain- EU project, TVET Cambodia, remote work
  • Cambodia - Battambang
  • November 2021 to July 2022

• Led a team of curriculum assessors who conducted in-depth analysis of teaching and assessment practices and the curriculum in schools.
• Prepared reports on the findings of the team and visualized recommendations to schools on how to improve their curriculum and assessment practices.
• Provided professional development to teachers on assessment and curriculum development.
• Conducted workshops for school leaders on curriculum management.
• Benchmarked VET standards and updated modularizations of the new programs in the proposed colleges.

Senior Education Advisor- Team Leader " Education Quality & Curriculum development" at International Coach Masters OÜ project "Funded by World Bank",
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • September 2020 to November 2021

• Wrote and edited inspection reports, organized and directed a team of inspectors, and developed and implemented curricula for education and training programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and instruction, with a focus on the development of training programs in English and Business.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams, as well as to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Conducted research and collaborating with educators, subject experts, policymakers, and other professionals to develop quality curricula and learning resources.
• Established feasible timeframes to achieve the goals and objectives outlined in the curriculum.
• Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.

Project coordinator – Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor, Executive Coach at International Coach Masters OÜ, Estonia
  • Estonia - Tallinn
  • August 2020 to August 2021

• Established and preserved solid bonds with important parties (funders, recipients, and local authorities) to guarantee programme acceptance and data availability.
• Led the way in facilitating participatory M&E procedures that integrated stakeholder input into the planning, execution, and assessment of programs.
• Encouraged trust and cooperation among stakeholders by managing their expectations through open communication and frequent status reports.
• Promoted the value of M&E procedures, winning over stakeholders to the cause of allocating resources and conducting data collecting produced personalized professional & occupational training, coaching, advising & personal training need plans, implementing Leadership & Management Competency Frameworks.
• Conducted program evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and recommend evidence-based solutions.
• Analyzed cost-benefit ratios to gauge program efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
• Managed M&E budgets effectively, ensuring resource utilization within budgetary constraints.

Capacity Development Specialist I M&E Consultant I Senior VET Education Reform at Interserve UK joint ventured with Al Madinah College of Technology TVET, Ministry of Education Saudi
  • Saudi Arabia - Medina
  • February 2020 to June 2020

• Designed and developed capacity development plans that address identified needs and align with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
• Identified and selected appropriate capacity development interventions, such as training programs, mentoring, coaching, or on-the-job learning.
• Developed learning materials and resources tailored to the specific needs of the target audience.
• Delivered training workshops, facilitation sessions, or coaching programs based on the developed plan.
• Utilized adult learning principles to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Partnered with subject matter experts and internal staff to ensure training content is relevant and practical.
• Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track the progress and effectiveness of capacity development initiatives.
• Collected and analyzed data to assess the impact of training and capacity building interventions on individual and organizational performance.
• Reported on findings and recommendations to stakeholders for continuous improvement.

Capacity Development Specialist I M&E Consultant I Senior VET Education Reform at Rancho Santiago College joint ventured with Al Baha College of Technology TVET, Saudi Arabia Ministr
  • Saudi Arabia - Albaha
  • May 2017 to January 2020

• Conducted assessments to diagnose the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis) of an institution. This analysis might cover areas like governance structures, management systems, workflow processes, and staff capabilities.
• Identified institutional needs related to capacity building, policy development, and performance improvement.
• Analyzed data collected through surveys, interviews, and document reviews to understand the institution's current state.
• Developed institutional development plans that address the identified needs and align with the organization's strategic goals.
• Recommended strategies for improving governance, accountability, transparency, and stakeholder engagement.
• Designed interventions for streamlining workflows, optimizing processes, and enhancing service delivery.
• Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track progress towards achieving institutional development objectives.
• Collected and analyzed data to assess the impact of interventions and measure the overall effectiveness of the institutional development plan.
• Prepared reports summarizing findings and recommendations for stakeholders

Senior EFL teacher & Teaching and learning coach at Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic college partnered with American Academy
  • Saudi Arabia - AlKhafji
  • November 2016 to February 2017

· Mentored junior teachers to improve teaching, classroom management, and disciplinary strategies.
· Assisted with curriculum planning and materials selection.
· Set objectives for instructional quality and result benchmarks for students.
· Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
· Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
· Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
. Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills.

EFL lecturer & Cambridge Speaking Examiner at Mondragon Mohayel College
  • Saudi Arabia - Abha
  • September 2014 to September 2015

• Assessed students for special needs such as learning styles, learning difficulties, and referred them to the appropriate services.
• Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
• Curriculum design and analysis, mapping contents to learning objectives for the smooth transition from a basic level education to a higher level.
• Design to provide training to basic education graduates to prepare them for career orientation.
• Advised students on crucial academic decisions by discussing and identifying their interests and strengths.
• Ensuring content matches established objectives.
• Reshaping content for changing needs.
• Structuring content and activities for optimizing learning.
• Creating and testing multimedia.
• Developing entire courses and curriculum.
• Creating student guides and training manuals.
• Conducting any research required.

EFL teacher and Learning Councellor at TQ- SPSP college
  • Saudi Arabia
  • March 2013 to September 2014

• Participated in the CIP and taught the APNE program partnered with ARAMCO Company and the ITC program under the charge of Pearson SPSP College dealing with an intensive training from ARAMCO.
• Produced high-quality resources and took part in the creation of new schemes of work.
• Provide the apprentices with academic and job skill training to ensure that they have the necessary skills to succeed
• Curriculum design and analysis, mapping contents to learning objectives for the smooth transition from a basic level education to a higher level.
• Design and provide training to basic education graduates to prepare them for participate in a higher curricula circle and for entry level jobs
• Designed exams to test fluency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension of the English language for basic and medium education level.
• Worked one-on-one with students who needed individualized attention and came up with special learning plans for struggling students.
• Analyzing curricula through the perspective of blended learning opportunities
• Advise and promote the development of national education strategies.

English Instructor at ARAMCO Oil&Gas company
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • October 2011 to May 2012

Teaching APNE programme for ARAMCO company and the ITC programme under charge of Al Hussan Training Institute dealing with an intensive training from ARAMCO. Preparing supplemental material as well as day to day administrative duties.

English instructor at RAK International Institute co-operated with Faculty of Technology
  • United Arab Emirates - Ras Al Khaimah
  • September 2009 to May 2011

Taught a range of levels from beginners to advance. Experience with CEPA, IELTS, and TOEFL in both categories beside Business classes. Also taught general English classes dealing with Cambridge Syllabus True Colours, Interactions, Action Plan and New Interchange .Day to day administrative duties

Education

Master's degree, Project Management
  • at Universidad Isabel I
  • September 2022

Master in Project Management

Master's degree, MBA
  • at Sohag University
  • June 2018

MBA

Master's degree, Teaching English as a Foreign Lanaguage
  • at Cairo University
  • September 2013
Bachelor's degree, English language & Literature
  • at Alexandria University
  • July 2005

English language & Literature

Specialties & Skills

Staff Training
Management
Curriculum Development
Team Leadership
Training
Cambridge speaking examiner for KET and PET
Teacher training
IELTS certified
Designing
Instructional syllabus design
certificate of associate project manager
Coaching
Managing as a coach
Leadership development
Executive Coaching
Curriculum Development
Business planning
Business Development

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

ICF
  • Coach
  • November 2018

Training and Certifications

"ICF "International Coach Federation (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2018
NLP Master Practitioner (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2019
TOT ( Train of the Trainer ) (Training)
Training Institute:
Aramco oil&gas
Date Attended:
April 2013
Duration:
40 hours
Marshall Goldsmith Global Leadership Assessment 360 practitioner (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2019
ACSTH ( ICF ) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2018
Time Value of Money (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2017
Diploma in Management Skills & Leadership Development. (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2016
ISD " Instructional System Design" (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2017
ISW " Instructional Skills workshop" (Training)
Training Institute:
Rancho Santiago College
Date Attended:
August 2017
Duration:
24 hours
Building the leadership skills (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2017
7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2017
Instructional System Design (ISD) (Training)
Training Institute:
Minnesota University
Date Attended:
January 2017
Duration:
40 hours
Teacher training (Training)
Training Institute:
British council
Date Attended:
March 2015
Duration:
20 hours
Managing as a coach (Training)
Training Institute:
California University
Date Attended:
December 2016
Duration:
40 hours
Master TEFL Diploma (Training)
Training Institute:
ITTT
Date Attended:
September 2012
Duration:
250 hours
IELTS (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2015
Valid Until:
August 2017
TEFL (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2012
Valid Until:
November 2012

Hobbies

  • Playing tennis table