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Oula Elsharif

Riyadh

Summary

Knowledgeable development professional successful at developing and overseeing site-based and online training and development programs. Distinguished at planning and analyzing departmental and organizational learning needs. Well equipped with skills and knowledge on the area of learning assessment and effectiveness through formal training, application and experience. Excellent communicator with expertise in stakeholders engagement and management. proactive with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail which allow me to produce sound constructional judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading teams.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trainer - Teaching Systems

British Council
Global Team
07.2024 - Current
  • Facilitates Engaging Training Sessions: Conducts remote and in-person
    training sessions for diverse roles within the organization, tailoring content
    to meet the specific needs of each audience.
  • Conducts Needs Analysis with Key Stakeholders: Engages with
    stakeholders across regions and countries to identify training needs,
    ensuring that learning interventions are aligned with organizational goals
    and address specific skill gaps.
  • Lead Trainer for Global Training Initiatives: Successfully led and supported face-to-face
    training sessions across multiple departments in diverse locations, including
    KSA, UAE, Kuwait, Spain, Italy, Bulgaria, Malaysia, Singapore, and
    Sri Lanka, ensuring consistency and high standards in training delivery
  • Develops High-Quality Training Resources: Produces and rigorously tests and updates
    various training materials, including how-to guides, explainer videos,
    FAQs, troubleshooting documents, PowerPoint presentations, and skills
    assessments to ensure alignment with organizational quality standards.
  • Collaborates with Subject Matter Experts: Gathers insights from multiple
    internal experts, synthesizing information to create accurate, impactful
    learning interventions that support project objectives.
  • Manages Resource Distribution: Ensures that all newly created resources
    are uploaded to a shared platform in the appropriate format, making
    materials accessible and organized for ongoing use.
  • Cross-Cultural Training Expertise: Adapted training methods to meet the
    unique needs of international audiences, fostering inclusive and impactful
    learning experiences across varied cultural contexts.

EFL Core Instructor (English and Professional Skills)

British Council Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Promote and ensure quality and effective learning of English Language and Professional Communication Skills
  • Support the wider aims of British Council and its cultural relations mission
  • Plan, prepare and deliver standardized General English, ESP, Exam Preparation and Professional Skills trainings
  • Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written progress assessments for several types of courses
  • Contribute to the development, evaluation, and improvement of the training courses, materials and related services, in order to meet learners’ needs by actively working as a member of the Teaching Centre team
  • Complete teaching Centre related administrative tasks to specified standards using multiple learning systems and Microsoft Office applications
  • Actively engage in professional development and performance management to ensure quality and high standards in teaching and learning, and maintain British Council’s position at the forefront of best ELT practices
  • Ensure safeguarding and guidelines are applied and upheld in line with standards and policy for the following areas: Equal Opportunity and Diversity, Health and safety, Information Management and Data Protection

Learning & Development Facilitator

DAL Food
Khartoum North
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Prepared and executed departmental learning plans to implement learning, certifications, and standardization of the employees
  • Created curricula, instructions, documents and assessments for various types of training courses
  • Created and modified curriculums for the Graduates Development Program targeting specializations and developing relevant competencies
  • Managed and led two GDP interns who were in a rotation at the L&D unit
  • Developed and implemented updating training programs for employees within various departments
  • Adapted and oversaw training programs for multiple operations
  • Worked with HRBPs to determine appropriate level of support for their department's learning and developmental needs
  • Coordinated workshops for employees to better understand company mission, values and performance management system
  • Co-wrote a magazine article for an internal magazine to enlighten employees on the programs provided by the L&D unit
  • Verified proper tracking for the training impact on employees' performance through feedback, evaluation and effectiveness measures

EFL Instructor (English and Professional Skills)

British Council Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
11.2016 - 11.2020
  • Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences and facilitating positive learning environment
  • Planned and oversaw ESP training programs for multiple operations
  • Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software and continuous training to a wide range of employees to promote long-term excellence within their roles
  • Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written progress assessments for several types of courses
  • Prepared and delivered in-house development and professional training sessions to fellow instructors as well as mentee teachers

English as a Foreign Language- EFL Instructor

British Council Sudan
Khartoum
05.2012 - 06.2016
  • Planned, prepared and delivered English language lessons on applying a variety of teaching methodologies and approaches to meet the students' learning needs
  • Organized resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest
  • Co-wrote an exam preparation course that is still selling at the Teaching Centre in Khartoum
  • Evaluated learners' abilities and progress, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports
  • Taught English for Specific Purpose courses to corporate students from various professions including the Ministry of Mining, The Telecommunication Authority, JTI, and many others
  • Planned, organized, edited and wrote digital marketing monthly publications for the Teaching Centre

Publication Editor and Membership Officer

TESOL Sudan
Khartoum
08.2013 - 03.2016
  • Drafted and prepared publications detailing relevant newsworthy information and supported the association image on news media and social media
  • Organized registration and membership procedures for the association and its conferences and other events
  • Managed communication between the association board and the registered members

Homeroom Teacher's Assistant

Holm English Medium School
Khartoum
08.2011 - 05.2012
  • Created lesson materials, visuals and other teaching aids in addition to digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
  • Supported the class teacher with test administration, curriculum development, assignment grading, documenting students' progress, etc
  • Attended training classes, parent conferences and meetings to stay up-to-date on students' performance tracking

Education

Certificate of English Language Teaching To Adults -

University of Cambridge
07.2012

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Sudan University of Science And Technology
11.2007

Skills

  • Training delivery and management
  • Learning needs evaluation and analysis
  • Stakeholder management and engagement
  • Training resources development
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Data analysis and presentation

Certification

  • Teaching English Online Certification, University of Cambridge, 04/20
  • IELTS Speaking Examiner, University of Cambridge, 05/19
  • IELTS LifeSkills A1/ B1 Speaking Examiner, 05/21
  • IELTS Clerical Marker Trainer, University of Cambridge, 01/16
  • IGCSE English Speaking Examiner, University of Cambridge, 04/15

Timeline

Trainer - Teaching Systems

British Council
07.2024 - Current

EFL Core Instructor (English and Professional Skills)

British Council Saudi Arabia
02.2022 - 07.2023

Learning & Development Facilitator

DAL Food
05.2021 - 11.2021

EFL Instructor (English and Professional Skills)

British Council Saudi Arabia
11.2016 - 11.2020

Publication Editor and Membership Officer

TESOL Sudan
08.2013 - 03.2016

English as a Foreign Language- EFL Instructor

British Council Sudan
05.2012 - 06.2016

Homeroom Teacher's Assistant

Holm English Medium School
08.2011 - 05.2012

Certificate of English Language Teaching To Adults -

University of Cambridge

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Sudan University of Science And Technology

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