KHULOOD AL MEHAIRI
Communications Professional
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Over 14 years of experience as a communications specialist, with project and event management experience. I'm an accomplished communications expert equipped with the knowledge and experience to develop strategies, plans, and structures to improve the integration of internal and external company communications.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Culture & Internal Communications Manager
Miral LLC
12.2022 - Current
- Managed and executed a group internal communications strategy and governance framework
- Implemented communication plans and strategies with focus on culture and change management
- Ensured business strategies, initiatives and projects are communicated to employees and stakeholders effectively and efficiently
- Developed a channels strategy and managed content development, review and publishing on the approved internal channels
bulletin, monthly or quarterly newsletter, any other creative ideas, while also working on the layout of content - Leading creative internal communications campaigns, plans and ideas while developing strong cross-functional relationships at all levels of the organization
- Developing measurement mechanism and capturing employees engagement levels and centiments
Assistant Manager - Corporate Communications
Mubadala Investment Company
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Developed a loyal and highly satisfied customer base by proactively managing different communications strategies relevant to the various supporting corporate units.
- Developed smart business objectives-driven communications plans for the Talent Acquisition recruitment platform, youth and students outreach programs, digital technology and information transformation and business continuity management policies and procedures.
- Wrote content that delivered consistent messages across all internal and external communication channels for the different corporate units being supported.
- Provided communications counsel and advice to corporate units on delivering the right messages at the right time with a positive impact on their campaigns and initiatives.
- Developed and executed a company-wide distributions lists clean-up that included training individuals on effective communications and leading IT and Human Capital on the necessary system changes in support of this change.
- Developed guidelines and materials for employee experience internal channels as a reference guide for other communications experts.
- Developed and supported corporate functions strategic communication plans that help deliver against each corporate function’s business objectives.
Assistant Manager - Internal Communications
Mubadala Investment Company
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided advice and counsel on internal communication deliverables through proper communication channels ensuring seamless integration of external communications in the company.
- Lead and drove culture and value management through running workshops, interviews, and roll-out plans at different levels of the organization, resulting in harmony between business outcomes and internal stakeholders
- Developed and analyzed internal communication metrics and their effect on engagement of stakeholders within the company and broadcast on the best mediums to deliver messages across.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Worked with internal partners to design and execute strategic communications and programs to increase overall employee alignment and engagement through values campaigns and programs.
Senior Specialist - Internal Communications
Mubadala Investment Company
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Updated role from the merger with IPIC; delivered a new look and feel for the company’s intranet along with a branding (name and logo development) for the platform.
- Custodian of the Mubadala Intranet, responsible for the review, upload and dissemination of information to the right target audiences.
- Roll-out of announcements, and internal campaigns, ensuring fluent communication within company and staff members to promote culture, internal activities and major milestones.
- Supported and lead development of digital communication requirements and platforms, which included the Mubadala website and its digital agency contract, the Mubadala App initiation and different Mubadala micro-sites.
- Developed an engagement and profiling of Legal unit as communication support lead, which included the planning and delivery of annual international legal summits. (Madrid, Vienna)
- Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented strategies to achieve better user experience on internal channels.
- Executed multi-channel campaigns to publish relevant and engaging content.
Senior Officer - Employee Engagement
Mubadala Development Company
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed employee engagement plans to support the roll-out of change management activities.
- Managed and executed the company’s recognition program in which I was responsible for planning and organizing the program, ensuring internal stakeholders inclusion in the company’s growth, resulting in better work environment and performance.
- Encouraged intra-company communication, by managing and supporting the execution of employee engagement events e.g Employee forum, senior leadership forum and knowledge exchange events, to encourage knowledge sharing within the company and cross company engagement.
- Developed and managed internal communications channels and strategy with conscious consideration of the employee experience and engagement.
Senior Communications Specialist
Borouge, Abu Dhabi Polymers Company
02.2013 - 09.2014
- Developed and implemented tactical communication policies, resulting in increased client-company engagement.
- Maintained budget and expenditure for Global Communication’s team operating within the Middle East office.
- Developed and nurtured external supplier relations to ensure the uninterrupted flow of services, thus maintaining the company’s reputation and corporate identity as a provider of sustainable products.
- Designed and developed corporate presentations, online and print advertisements, brochures, and video ads.
- Planned and coordinated fairs, exhibitions, CSR activities and sponsorship.
- Prepared event communications for special events, and promoted on web and periodical channels.
- Executed sales marketing exhibitions communications, plans and marketing materials to represent the company's products and offerings in the Middle East and Europe.
Internal Communications Specialist
Borouge, Abu Dhabi Polymers Company
02.2010 - 02.2013
- Hosted various successful company functions, and events as Mistress of Ceremony (MC) and engaged the organization through internal cross departmental business forums.
- Lead internal and social initiatives, aimed at encouraging staff communication and networking.
- Organized leadership forums, round-table meetings, and corporate events supporting with the dissemination of information throughout the organization.
- Developed procurement procedures for engaging with vendors sourcing corporate gift items, printing materials and giveaways for rearwards programs and sales exhibitions.
- Planned and executed effective internal communications and engagements campaigns to educate employees about innovation and CSR initiatives.
Education
Executive Masters in Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi 01.2013 - 09.2014
B.Sc Communications & Media Sciences - Creative Public Relations & Advertising
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi 09.2005 - 06.2009
Skills
Content Development
Design Conceptualization and Development
Pitches and Presentations Skills
Internal Communications
Strategic Communications
Content Creation
Certification
Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Languages
Arabic
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced
Timeline
Culture & Internal Communications Manager
Miral LLC
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager - Corporate Communications
Mubadala Investment Company
02.2022 - 11.2022
Assistant Manager - Internal Communications
Mubadala Investment Company
01.2020 - 01.2022
Senior Specialist - Internal Communications
Mubadala Investment Company
01.2016 - 01.2020
Senior Officer - Employee Engagement
Mubadala Development Company
10.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Communications Specialist
Borouge, Abu Dhabi Polymers Company
02.2013 - 09.2014
Executive Masters in Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Zayed University
01.2013 - 09.2014
Internal Communications Specialist
Borouge, Abu Dhabi Polymers Company
02.2010 - 02.2013
B.Sc Communications & Media Sciences - Creative Public Relations & Advertising
Zayed University
09.2005 - 06.2009
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