Deputy Head
Department of General Education
Research Interests
- World Literature
- Cultural Studies
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Communication
- Critical Studies
Dedicated professional with over 10 years of experience and a passion for literature and philosophy. Bilingual in English and Arabic, with proficiency in content creation and project management. Possess a versatile background in teaching and administration, demonstrating proven leadership and strong communication skills. A fast learner committed to continuous growth and a proud Omani, driven to make meaningful contributions to national progress.
Education
Ph.D. in Literature, Theology and Religious Studies | University of Glasgow | United Kingdom
Expected to submit in September 2024Master of Letters in Modernities (MLitt), Postgraduate Certificate in Literature | University of Glasgow | United Kingdom
Learning to Teach Online Certificate | UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales) and offered through Coursera
Bachelor of Education in English (B.Ed) | University of Nizwa | Sultanate of Oman
General Education Diploma (Bilingual) | Al Sahwa Schools | Sultanate of Oman
Experience Summary
Acting Director of Communications | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Role includes:
- Identify and mentor internal graduates for potential full-time roles.
- Lead bilingual external communications. Create press releases and media materials.
- Manage media relations. Oversee press events.
- Revitalize internal communications strategies.
- Oversee production of bilingual content for both internal and external audiences.
- Utilize fluent English and Arabic skills in all written and verbal communications.
Deputy Head of General Education | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Experience includes:
- Support faculty development, manage timetable and syllabus distribution, and liaise with HR.
- Promote the department internally and externally and enhance its visibility across the college.
- Conduct departmental and board meetings.
- Resolve issues and address concerns from students, faculty, staff, and parents.
Lecturer of Humanities and Social Sciences | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Experience includes:
- Teach and design Humanities and Social Science courses, including literature, psychology, writing, media, and public speaking.
- Develop and implement syllabi, course materials, and assessment tools.
- Create instructional materials, such as videos and PowerPoint presentations, and design remedial activities for underperforming students.
- Conduct and grade continuous assessments and exams and advise students on educational goals and strategies.
Acting Head of General Education Department | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman
Experience included:
- Served as a vital figure available to address questions, concerns, and communications from students, faculty, staff, parents, with the expectation of a resolution of issues at the department/area level.
- Represented, promoted, and increased awareness of the department both internally and externally through initiatives, e.g. giving an overview of the department at the Post Foundation Orientation Program.
- Provided valuable insight and input in the strategic planning process of the College 2021 – 2022.
- Organized and conducted interviews for potential lecturers to teach at the department.
- Carried out annual staff appraisals.
ESL Lecturer at Center for ESL & Academic Preparation | Modern College of Business & Science | Muscat, Oman Role included:
- Taught academic writing to first-year students and assessed their assignments.
- Coordinated cultural events with Fulbright Fellows and created instructional materials, including videos and presentations.
- Delivered ESL/TEFL lessons, developed curriculum, and utilized diverse teaching methods.
- Prepared and graded assessments, implemented remedial programs, and participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
Selected Publications
- Presented at the Second English Language Symposium at Nizwa University under the title: Factors affecting the learning of literature in HEI’s: An Omani perspective 2023
- Read and reviewed the translated version of the novel The Fountain of the Drowning: The Path of Land and Sea 2021
- Published an article titled: ‘Awlad al-Nas: Transforming our View of Mamluk Egypt’ in ArabLit & ArabLit Quarterly – A magazine of Arabic literature in translation 2021
- Wrote the synopsis for the novel Sabil al-Ghareq for it to be adapted into film/series 2020
- Published an article in Arabic titled: ‘Sabil al-Ghareq: The Quest for Answers’ 2020
- Creator and Editor in Chief of departmental newsletter: The Oracle Issued 6 newsletters so far. 2020
- Localising Global Texts in the General Foundation Program in Oman
Oman International ELT Conference, 18 April 2012 – Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman 2012 - A Comparative Reading of Contemporary and Muslim War Fiction
Unpublished dissertation in fulfilment of master’s degree requirements 2010