Shafqat Khalil
Saint John
Summary
Experienced Senior Educator, Academic Manager, and Accreditation Specialist with a proven track record in leadership, recruitment, compliance assurance, and quality enhancement. Skilled Marketing Specialist with expertise in business development, branding, and networking strategies. Results-driven professional excelling in driving organizational growth and fostering collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to leverage a unique blend of educational and marketing skills to achieve strategic objectives and enhance overall performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Specialist
SORISE AI
01.2023 - Current
- Spearhead marketing strategies and business expansion initiatives in Saudi Arabia.
- Leverage extensive networking skills as a member of the American Chamber of Commerce and the British Business Group to drive business opportunities.
- Identify and develop new business partnerships and revenue streams.
- Oversee corporate branding, strategic alliances, and market research.
Academic Manager
King Abdulaziz University
01.2012 - Current
- Oversee academic management, faculty recruitment.
- Accreditation processes, and curriculum development.
- Lead training programs for teachers and institutional trainers, ensuring professional growth.
- Serve as Accreditation Coordinator, securing CEA visits and renewal certifications.
- Supervise teaching processes, student affairs, and exam administration.
- Conduct quality assurance audits to uphold international education standards.
Chief Coordinator
King Abdulaziz University
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed 35 academic coordinators, overseeing fiscal matters, scheduling, and compliance.
- Implemented faculty training initiatives to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Senior Academic Coordinator
King Abdulaziz University
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Directed academic scheduling, faculty training, and student academic support programs.
- Facilitated professional development workshops and events.
- Managed curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
- Recruited and hired staff members to help implement program initiatives.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Business Administration
City University
Master of Science - Botany
Islamia University
Bachelor of Science - English, Zoology, Botany, Geography
Islamia University
Skills
Learning & Development: Training needs analysis, program design (onboarding, leadership), workshop facilitation
Talent Management & Succession Planning: High‑potential identification, career‑path frameworks, employee engagement strategies
Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing: Campus & career‑fair campaigns, social‑media outreach, recruitment collateral
Performance Management & Strategic Planning: SMART goal‑setting, KPI development (turnover, time‑to‑hire), benchmarking
Certification
- TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) – ITTO, USA
- CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults) – British Council
- DELTA (Module 1) – Cambridge University
- Level 5 Diploma in Coaching & Mentoring – Institute of Leadership & Management, UK
- Train the Trainer (Cambridge Professional Development)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Professional Working
Urdu
Full Professional
Publications
- TESOL Arabia & IATEFL Conferences in Dubai and UK (Manchester, Brighton)
- Presenter on Eclecticism in Foreign Language Teaching, ELT Management, and Learner Autonomy
Timeline
Business Development Specialist
SORISE AI
01.2023 - Current
Academic Manager
King Abdulaziz University
01.2012 - Current
Chief Coordinator
King Abdulaziz University
01.2011 - 01.2012
Senior Academic Coordinator
King Abdulaziz University
01.2008 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Botany
Islamia University
Bachelor of Science - English, Zoology, Botany, Geography
Islamia University
Doctor of Philosophy - Business Administration
City University
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