Manaf Rashid

Experience

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  Infiniti Trading International Ltd. (ITI)

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  Founder & CEO

  • Founded a company specializing in the export of pharmaceuticals & dietary supplements from North America to the Middle East.

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  Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH)

  Sept 2012 - Feb 2014

  Preventive Medicine Technologist Trainee

  Key Achievements:• In recognition of my high performance and exceptional presentation skills, I was selected to be one of the section presidents for ‘The Institute of Health and Productivity Management’ (IHPM – MENA). • Promoted to run full comprehensive Wellness Program as the'Division Coordinator' officially representing the department at ARAMCO's annual 'Cultural Program' in Al-Hasa.• Developed comprehensive event program and action plan for the 'Health & Wellness' division of the 'ARAMCO Cultural Program' which received full approval.Responsibilities:• Recruited, trained and managed over 30 volunteers as their direct supervisor at the 'ARAMCO Cultural Program'.• Launched campaigns to promote health awareness among all ARAMCO employees; topics ranged from general health and fitness, to diabetes, obesity and First AID/CPR.• Participated in running special clinics set up for the general workforce aimed at measuring individual employee health status, providing relevant information and advice, and arranging a follow-up program.• Assisted in conducting ergonomic assessments for employees in various work settings around the company to ensure optimal and safe working conditions to promote overall health and productivity. • Assisted in conducting and presenting in several ‘Wellness Champion’ workshops aimed at equipping selected ARAMCO employees with the tools to spread health initiatives throughout their respective departments and work locations.• Contributed in planning and organizing The ARAMCO annual ‘Wellness 2020’ conference which focused on the issue of global health and wellness and its promotion, which was attended by representatives from around the world. Show less

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  Saudi Aramco

  Nov 2012 - Dec 2012

  Division/Event Coordinator

  • Designed full comprehensive workshop/event program for the ‘Health & Wellness’ Division of the 2012 Al-Hasa ARAMCO Cultural Program.• Organized and supervised commissioned proposal events which included three workshops; ‘The Interactive Health Zone’, ‘The Volunteer Initiative’ and ‘The Little Paramedic’. • Managed entire division; responsibilities included recruitment, training and development, scheduling and placement of over 30 volunteers for the various workshops.Key Achievements:• Proudly received official recognition for the most successful workshop/program. Show less

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  Construction & Building Contracting Est. (CBC)

  Mar 2014 - Nov 2015

  Business Development Manager

  Key Achievements:• Secured the company’s first major joint venture with an Australian 'Project Management Office' through successfully executed meetings and presentations.Responsibilities:• Designed, edited and translated all company communication materials from internal documents to external marketing materials.• Developed and negotiated multiple business opportunities such as contracts for projects, procurement deals, and joint ventures with other organisations.• Managed business relationships with contractors, potential clients and business partners..• Responsible for managing workforce operations at various projects. Show less

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  LVL Elevators

  Nov 2015 - Jan 2017

  Business Development/Sales Analyst

  Key Achievements:• Increased overall sales and achieved highest sales target among all sales team members for 2017.• Enhanced entire company website by drafting and editing all its written content.• Selected for special training and development program in Dubai, U.A.E in recognition of my exceptional performance.• Designed and developed organisations detailed standardised sales procedures and protocols.Responsibilities:• Engaged in negotiations between the company and large organizations such as local and international contractors and consultants.• Reviewed, edited and produced numerous professional sales protocols and documents.• Expanded client base via client research, establishing meetings and conducting presentations to successfully market the product. Show less

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  Middle East Basketball Academy (MEBA)

  Jan 2016 - now

  Co-Founder & Owner

  MEBA seeks to spread and promote the game of basketball through various programs, tournaments and leagues.We strive to pass on our love for the game to future generations, and to impart the essential life skills they would need to succeed as athletes. MEBA gives youth of all ages the opportunity to become more than just healthy, skilled basketball players, but to as well build a foundation as active, confident leaders within their communities.

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  Quality Education Company (QEC)

  Feb 2017 - Jul 2021

  Key Achievements:• Promoted to 'Regional Manager' from ‘Team Lead’ due to consistent program success and outstanding contributions.• Achieved and successfully maintained exceptional 95% average monthly client evaluation rating since beginning of tenure to date.• Led and Managed content development projects where I assessed content publication on social media platforms and reports.• Co-developed curriculum selected to be standardised in all program sites throughout the Kingdom.Responsibilities:• In charge of supervising a team of instructors and responding to various instructors issues and needs.• Oversee operational activities of 3 sites: Dammam, Al-Hasa and Hafr Al-Batin.• Develop, assess and approve all English based communications produced by the department.• Manage three 'Team Leads' (as a Line Manager) at the various region sites.• Research and report client needs emerging from curriculum execution, instructor performance and program structure.• Provide weekly and monthly reports and projections regarding staff and client concerns to management HQ.• Develop strategies to market and advertise the program in order to increase student enrolment.• Work closely with the department head to constantly update student information and resolve departmental concerns and issues.• Coordinate and liaise among 3 operational segments; the college sites, company HQ and staff. Show less Key Achievements:• Promoted to ‘Team Lead’ of the program one week into my tenure. • Succeeded in making ‘IELP Dammam’ one of the most successful sites across the Kingdom based on organisational KPI’s.Responsibilities:• Produced and reviewed the departments internal and external communications and English based documents.• Supervised team of instructors and responded to various instructor issues and needs.• Managed student relations, classroom operations and administration of the program. Show less

  • Regional Manager

    Sept 2018 - Jul 2021

  • Head Instructor/Team Lead

    Feb 2017 - Aug 2018
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  UNDP

  Jul 2021 - now

  Key Achievements:• Selected to be the UNDP representative in the UN Partnerships Working Group (PWG), whose objective is to strengthen the working relationship of all UN agencies in the Kingdom through various meetings, collaborations and initiatives. • Nominated to attend the UNDP 'Strategic Plan Workshop for the Arab region' in Amman and which only takes place every 4 years. Responsibilities: • Engage in strategic communication and building partnerships for successful project implementation. • Responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of projects and generating various status reports. Show less

  • National Project Manager - Partnerships Specialist

    Jul 2022 - now

  • National Project Officer

    Jul 2021 - Jul 2022