ABDULAZIZ AL-BABTAIN

Strategic Planning & Corporate Development Executive

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About

Accomplished Strategic Planning and Corporate Development Executive with over 18 years of progressive leadership experience across government, municipal, and corporate sectors. Adept at formulating and executing high-impact strategies, driving business development, optimizing financial performance, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives. Proven expertise in aligning departmental initiatives with national and sectoral priorities, overseeing corporate governance frameworks, and delivering measurable outcomes in large-scale urban planning, investment evaluation, and policy implementation. Recognized for consistently enhancing operational efficiency, performance management, and stakeholder engagement, while contributing to high-profile national programs and projects. Certified in Strategic Planning, KPI Management, and equipped with comprehensive training in innovation strategies, operational excellence, and financial systems. Adept at fostering collaboration across multi-level teams, driving sustainable development, and implementing data-driven decision-making processes that support executive-level planning and growth.

Experience

  • Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (9 yrs 4 mos)
    • Director of Strategic Planning and Corporate Development
      Aug 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

      · Spearhead corporate strategic planning to ensure alignment with national priorities and sectoral objectives. · Drive business development initiatives, evaluating strategic partnerships and investment opportunities. · Oversee corporate governance, performance measurement frameworks, and operational risk mitigation. · Provide executive-level advisory on mergers, organizational restructuring, and strategic projects. · Facilitate cross-sector collaboration to enhance innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable development. · Led implementation of agreements and memoranda of understanding of all kinds.

    • Director - Planning Department
      Sep 2022 - Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      · Directed departmental strategic and operational plans, ensuring alignment with government policies. · Supervised land use, transportation, and economic development initiatives, approving key projects. · Provided strategic insights to senior officials, ensuring regulatory and environmental compliance. · Managed departmental staff, fostering high performance and professional development.

    • Director - Follow-up and Reports Department
      Aug 2017 - Aug 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo

      · Oversaw preparation of financial, operational, and budgetary reports for executive review. · Implemented process improvements to optimize data management and reporting workflows. · Monitored financial transactions and policy compliance across multiple projects. · Trained and guided staff, enhancing departmental efficiency and output quality. · Oversaw and monitored the performance of the ministry's branches across the Kingdom and supervising the performance of more than 582 employees.

  • MOMRAH (8 yrs 11 mos)
    • Land Development Committee Member
      Oct 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 2 mos

    • CARU Committee Member
      Jan 2018 - Sep 2022 · 4 yrs 9 mos

      Reviewed committee applications and contributed to strategic housing and development policy formation.

  • Business Planning Manager at Confidential Government
    Jan 2016 - Feb 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos

    · Led the planning, coordination, and execution of departmental initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategic priorities. · Managed cross-functional teams and coordinated resources to deliver projects and operational activities within scope, budget, and timelines. · Developed and monitored annual business plans, budgets, and performance targets, providing recommendations to senior leadership. · Established effective stakeholder relationships, facilitating communication between internal departments, external partners, and executive management. · Oversaw operational performance, identifying opportunities for process improvement, efficiency enhancement, and risk mitigation. · Prepared executive reports, performance analyses, and strategic recommendations to support informed decision-making. · Contributed to strategic planning and resource allocation efforts, supporting organizational growth and operational effectiveness.

  • Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City (5 yrs 4 mos)
    • Patients Account
      Jan 2009 - Apr 2014 · 5 yrs 4 mos

      Administered patient billing, insurance claims, and account reconciliations. Ensured compliance with regulatory and organizational policies. Supported patients with account management and problem resolution.

    • Patients Account Clerk
      Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 · 5 yrs 1 mo

      · Administered patient billing, insurance claims, and account reconciliations. · Ensured compliance with regulatory and organizational policies. · Supported patients with account management and problem resolution.