Khalfan Sarhan Al Romaithi has over 15 years of experience in environmental protection and management roles in Abu Dhabi. He is currently the Deputy Manager of the Marine Protected Area at the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi. Prior to this, he held roles such as Deputy Manager of Administration, Assistant Manager of Fisheries and Marine Control, and Acting Head of Customer Services. He has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and an MBA in Executive Leadership.

1. KHALFAN SARHAN AL ROMAITHI
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- Email: Khalfan.73@Gmail.com
EMPLOYMENT
01/11/2011- Till Date Deputy Manager, Marine Protected Area
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty is Responsible for leading the Implementation of the plans of the protected areas and
ensures compliance with the policies and strategies to achieve the objectives of the biodiversity conservation in
Abu Dhabi Emirate.
The Main Responsibilities:
• Undertakes initiatives aimed at effective design and management of
Protected Areas (PAs) Network in accordance with the strategic goals and
objectives of Abu Dhabi Emirate.
• Provides information & technical support required to assist the
stewardship of the PAs Network.
• Develops management plans and work plans for the existing and newly
established PAs.
• Establishes coordination, cooperation and communication with relevant
national agencies and stakeholders for the purpose of Marine and
Terrestrial PAs.
• Plans for PAs education & public awareness programs in coordination
with Environment Awareness Sector.
• Develops eco-tourism programs and foster opportunities for sustainable
recreation activities within the PAs.
• Ensures implementation of wildlife rehabilitation and restoration programs
within and beyond PAs in cooperation and coordination with relevant
stakeholders
• Coordinates and implements guidelines of IUCN, UNESCO Man and
Biosphere (MAB) and other related international programs.
26/10/2008 – 30/10/2011Deputy Manager, Administration
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty is (Responsible for Planning, directing and supervising the activities
of the Administration Dept. to ensure the efficient utilization of office space
allocation, transportation services & printing services).
The main responsibilities are:
• Performs supervisory functions and exercises financial authority at the
level established by Management for the position
• Prepares and reviews work programs and procedures for the
Administration Dept's activities
• Plans long and short term maintenance requirements of assets (i.e. office
furniture, equipment, vehicles etc.) and prepares the annual capital and
operating budget for the Administration Department

2. • Monitors expenditure, recommends write-off of office equipment,
furniture and vehicles, and initiates office maintenance requests
• Ensures safe custody and maintenance of all assets of the Agency
• Reviews, evaluates and endorses requests for new office
equipment/furniture
• Plans and supervises the efficient layout of office space requirements
(allocation/addition/expansion)
• Provides service of telephone/fax lines connection, disconnection etc
• Ensures availability and provision of all kinds of office supplies to all
Agency offices at request.
• Plans and controls the activities of printing and photocopying services,
approves requests and determines priorities
• Plans and controls the operations of transportation services provided to
all Sectors
• Supervise services provided to newly recruited employees, such as visas,
medical tests & accommodations
• Supervise and monitors sending, receiving and distribution of
internal/external incoming & outgoing mail
1/5/2008 – 25/10/2008 Assistant Manager, Fisheries and Marine Control
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty is (Providing support to Deputy Manager in implementing the patrol
plan and assist in other activities related to Fisheries and Marine Control).
The main responsibilities are:
• Coordinate patrols within the waters of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi
• Supervise and Conduct investigations in respect of infringements and
breaches against the law and associated by-laws and decrees described in
the job summary and other matters relating to fisheries management
programs and activities
• Liaises with other government agencies including the Coast Guard and
Marine Police on matters of monitoring, control and surveillance
• Ensure maintenance of records pertaining to monitoring, control and
surveillance
• Assist with awareness programs
1/5/2007 – 31/4/2008 Acting Head, Customer Services
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty is (Supervising all customer service operational activities; ensure
compliance to policies and procedures, codes of practice, regulations and other
activities related to permitting and customer satisfaction).
The main responsibilities are:

3. • Preparation of performance plans, performance appraisals, and
assessments of training needs and the implementation of customer
services annual budget
• Coordinate on special projects on behalf of the Manager
• Develop performance indicators, monitoring/evaluation procedures and
appropriate reporting/ referral of key issues
• Liaise with key stakeholders to ensure understanding of EAD’s vision,
mission, values, activities and requirements as delegated by Deputy
Manager
• Liaise with other governmental initiatives to ensure consistency in
customer satisfaction at the emirate level
• Maximize performance through the cost efficient deployment,
development and performance management of staff; advising and guiding
them in their work and consulting with them in relation to the Unit’s
operations
• Ensure compliance to the policies, procedures and code of practices of
permitting
• Explain guidelines related to customer service activities
• Handle data analysis, statistical study, and prepare reports
5/7/2004 – 31/4/2007 Senior Officer Registration, Environment Protection Division
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty is (Assisting in developing and enhancement of a document
management system for the EPD. And ensuring the implementation of EPD's
registration and documentation system by the registration and documentation
section (RDS)).
The main responsibilities are:
• Provide technical support to RDS staff in developing a documentation
system for the EPD.
• Supervise the RDS staff in the implementation of the approved
registration system.
• Organize and supervise the administrative paperwork, data and activities.
• Follow up on other departments regarding various personnel matters
such as (training courses, annual leave …ect).
• Coordinate between EPD's head quarter and remote offices.
• Ensure the quality and maintenance of all gathered data and received
environmental permit information and documents.
• Prepare internal reports and summary documents of all registered
projects and facilities as requested by other sections.
• Provide assistance to other staff regarding any specialized training as
deemed necessary and as recommended by supervisors for enhancement
of skills and capabilities.
2001 – 2003 Training & Development Coordinator

4. ADCO – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty was (A training and development officer/manager manages the
learning and professional development of an organization’s workforce).
The main responsibilities were:
• Identifying training and development needs within an organisation through
job analysis, appraisal schemes and regular consultation with business
managers and human resources departments;
• Designing and developing training and development programmes based on
both the organisation's and the individual's needs;
• Considering the costs of planned programmes and keeping within budgets
as assessing the return on investment of any training or development
programme is becoming increasingly important;
• Working in a team to produce programmes that are satisfactory to all
relevant parties in an organisation, such as line managers, accountants and
senior managers at board level;
• Developing effective induction programmes;
• Conducting appraisals;
• Devising individual learning plans;
• Producing training materials for in-house courses;
• Managing the delivery of training and development programmes and, in a
more senior role, devising a training strategy for the organisation;
• Monitoring and reviewing the progress of trainees through questionnaires
and discussions with managers;
• Ensuring that statutory training requirements are met;
• Evaluating training and development programmes;
• Amending and revising programmes as necessary, in order to adapt to the
changes that occur in the work environment;
• Helping line managers and trainers solve specific training problems, either
on a one-to-one basis or in groups;
• Keeping up to date with developments in training by reading relevant
journals, going to meetings and attending relevant courses;
• Increasingly, having an understanding of e-learning techniques.
1997 – 1999 Administration Officer
Public Works Dept – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The main duty was (Administration Officer (HR) officers develop, advise on and
implement policies relating to the effective use of personnel within an organisation.
Their aim is to ensure that the organisation employees the right balance of staff in
terms of skills and experience, and that training and development opportunities are
available to employees to enhance their performance and achieve the employer’s
business aims.
HR officers are involved in a range of activities required by organisations that
employ people, whatever the size or type of business. These cover areas such as
working practices, recruitment, pay, conditions of employment, negotiation with
external work-related agencies, equality and diversity.

5. The main responsibilities were:
• Working closely with departments, increasingly in a consultancy role,
assisting line managers to understand and implement policies and
procedures;
• Promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation;
• Liaising with a wide range of people involved in policy areas such as staff
performance, and health and safety;
• Recruiting staff - this includes developing job descriptions and person
specifications, preparing advertisements, checking application forms,
shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates;
• Developing and implementing policies on issues such as working
conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary
procedures and absence management;
• Advising on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and
benefits;
• Undertaking regular salary reviews;
• Negotiating with staff and their representatives (for example, trade union
officials) on issues relating to pay and conditions;
• Administering payroll and maintaining employee records;
• Interpreting and advising on employment legislation;
• Dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures;
• Developing HR planning strategies with line managers, which consider
immediate and long-term staff requirements in terms of numbers and skill
levels
• Planning, and sometimes delivering, training, including inductions for new
staff;
• Analyzing training needs in conjunction with departmental managers.
EDUCATION
2009 – 2010 MBA in Executive Leadership
Liverpool Business School
It is an applied programme in which all that I did was rooted in real work
contexts and problem solution based scenarios. It prioritises development in
leadership competence and other significant management aspects such as
finance, operations, project management, information and human resources
management. It is also the first programme in the UK to offer Chartered
Manager status.
1993 – 1996 Bachelor of Business Administration
Pacific Christian College - USA
I have learned in this course the basics of business administrations,
management, and accounting. I learned in this course also analysis, design and
application of computer based systems within the business environment. The
study of business administration, together with an understanding of the new
technologies provided me with high skills in using computer systems,

6. software, and applications. Moreover, I gained competences in business
systems analysis, problem solving, and process reengineering.
TRAINING COURSES
Feb-June 2009 Management Development Programme Course
Cranfield School Of Management – Abu Dhabi, UAE
REFERENCES
• Dr. Yusra Mouzughi - Principal Lecturer and
Programme Leader for Doctoral Programmes
Liverpool Business School - John Foster Building. 98 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5UZ
Telephone: 01512313814 - Email: y.mouzughi@ljmu.ac.uk
• Mr. Joe McGrath - Principal Lecturer and
Programme Leader for Executive MBA Programme
Liverpool Business School - John Foster Building. 98 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5UZ
Telephone: 01512313447 - Email: J.McGrath@ljmu.ac.uk
• Mr. Neil Whittingham – Managing Director of Healthy Cities CIC.
Flat 2, 21 Princes Avenue, L8 2TB, Liverpool.
Mobile: 07989602042 - Email: nwhittingham@hotmail.com

7. software, and applications. Moreover, I gained competences in business
systems analysis, problem solving, and process reengineering.
TRAINING COURSES
Feb-June 2009 Management Development Programme Course
Cranfield School Of Management – Abu Dhabi, UAE
REFERENCES
• Dr. Yusra Mouzughi - Principal Lecturer and
Programme Leader for Doctoral Programmes
Liverpool Business School - John Foster Building. 98 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5UZ
Telephone: 01512313814 - Email: y.mouzughi@ljmu.ac.uk
• Mr. Joe McGrath - Principal Lecturer and
Programme Leader for Executive MBA Programme
Liverpool Business School - John Foster Building. 98 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5UZ
Telephone: 01512313447 - Email: J.McGrath@ljmu.ac.uk
• Mr. Neil Whittingham – Managing Director of Healthy Cities CIC.
Flat 2, 21 Princes Avenue, L8 2TB, Liverpool.
Mobile: 07989602042 - Email: nwhittingham@hotmail.com