Ali Almiman

Experience

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  جامعة المجمعة | Majmaah University

  Jun 2011 - Oct 2020

  As Vice Dean, I was primarily focused on leadership, strategic planning, and the management of key academic operations and services. Serving as the Secretariat of the College Council for +30 sessions, I ensured the efficient execution of all college council activities.A key achievement during my tenure was the development of a web-based session system application, enabling top management to browse agendas and vote in a paperless environment. This initiative not only streamlined administrative processes but also reflected our commitment to sustainability.I supervised the community service unit that provided services to +2.5k beneficiaries in 2019. Under my supervision, the unit expanded its reach and impact through programs like blood donation campaigns and vocational guidance initiatives.Further, I orchestrated scholarship procedures for 20 faculty scholarships to various countries. This effort contributed to elevating program effectiveness, broadened its reach, and provided invaluable support to the academic and personal growth of the scholarship recipients. Show less During my time as an Assistant Professor, I shaped students' academic trajectories through innovative course development and contributed to fostering a collaborative research environment.I developed robust course materials and exercises for 3 computer science classes by implementing innovative methods. My efforts in curriculum development contributed to educating about 200 future technology leaders.I also coordinated research projects with faculty members, facilitating an academic environment that encouraged intellectual growth and fostered the exchange of ideas. Show less As a Lecturer, I helped shape students' academic development through comprehensive and strategic instructional planning.My responsibilities involved devising semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session. By continually improving planning processes through data analysis, I was able to augment student outcomes year-over-year.I instructed +100 students using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in computer science, contributing to their understanding of the subject and academic success. Show less

  • Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research

    Dec 2018 - Oct 2020

  • Assistant Professor

    Jan 2018 - Oct 2020

  • Lecturer

    Jun 2011 - Dec 2017
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  Confidential

  Oct 2020 - now

  Technical Consultant

  I have brought an innovative approach and strategic vision to IT operations and project management. Adept at steering various technical teams, including Systems Analysis, Development, User Experience, Integration, and Quality Departments, I've been instrumental in driving the delivery of technical consulting across the organization.My communication skills have proven invaluable in liaising between business and technology units, effectively managing application delivery schedules, and providing project progress updates. I've contributed significantly to risk management, deploying strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills and gathering feedback at various project stages to ensure success.Under my leadership, transformative digital initiatives have modernized education for +10m beneficiaries. The impacts of these initiatives have been recognized with the “Princess Seetah Bint Abdulaziz” award and the “WSIS Excellence” certificate.I have been vital in guiding teams contributing to EGDI and GTMI international standards. This work has elevated the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's global tech stature from 52nd to 31st, aligning perfectly with Vision 2030's forward-thinking principles.My innovative practices have improved performance and staff retention by 93% by implementing new hiring practices, training programs, and management systems. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I spearheaded a project that eliminated educational process interruptions for ~8m Saudi students.I've facilitated the creation of an IT operations service-level agreement (SLA), including help desk operations, achieving targeted compliance rates. By building a dedicated business analyst team, I've bridged the gap in communication between stakeholders, advancing application delivery schedules and effectively managing risks. Show less