Saif ALMheiri

Experience

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  Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

  Feb 2005 - Sept 2006

  IT Operation Manager

  • Organized the first GCC summit in the hotel and took care of their technology requirements• Manage 40 staff with their rotation shift to provide 24/7 support • Deal with the country official delegation and their IT setup

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  ADNOC Group

  Oct 2006 - Feb 2018

  • Developed and established IT governance framework, aligning departmental strategies with organizational business plans• Managing a budget of over $10 million annually, to ensure optimal allocation of resources and a 15% cost saving through efficient financial planning• Monitor IT expenses and ensure alignment with budgetary guidelines• Negotiate contracts and ensure delivery of contracted services and products• Lead and develop a high-performing IT team of 30 • Coordinate with various departments to facilitate smooth system integrations• Led automation initiatives in HRMS, improving process efficiency and user satisfaction• Negotiated license agreements with Oracle, resulting in substantial budget reductions • Provide ongoing support and guidance to users, addressing any system-related issues• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies • Directed the formulation, modification, and execution of comprehensive IT policies and procedures, aligning with industry-leading standards like ITIL to promote best practices and operational excellence • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements concerning employee compensation and benefits• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team• Develop and manage performance appraisal systems• Collaborated with a task force team to develop and implement a work-life balance policy • Optimized network infrastructure by implementing progressive solutions and proactive monitoring, enhancing security and performance• Evaluated network performance to optimize traffic flow, maintain security and improve processes• Administered, maintained and supported network systems to provide consistent security, availability and performance• Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies

  • Head of IT Business Planning

    Mar 2015 - Feb 2018

  • Head of Enterprise Systems

    Feb 2013 - Mar 2015

  • Head, IT Planning and Policy

    Aug 2012 - Feb 2013

  • Head of Compensation Benefits

    Oct 2010 - Aug 2012

  • Network Engineer

    Oct 2006 - Oct 2010
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  Khalifa University

  Jul 2018 - now

  Information Technology Program Management Office Manager

  • Successfully directed department strategies, contributing towards the attainment of university business objectives• Enhanced project management efficiency by standardizing core processes, fostering consistent and high-quality project outcomes in project delivery timeliness• Successfully delivered high-value programs in challenging situations using AGILE methodology • Collaborated with other managers and senior program stakeholders, providing leadership and clear direction• Managed project budgets and closely monitored program expenses across distinct projects, while ensuring the realization of expected program benefits• Assisted senior leadership by collecting and analyzing data, generating reports for continuous improvement and action planning Show less