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ABDEL-HALIM SADIK AHMED
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ABDEL-HALIM SADIK AHMED

Health, Safety, Environment, Social Governance
Accra,AA

Summary

Expert in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) with a strong focus on operational risk assessment and internal audit support. Proven track record in regulatory compliance monitoring and policy review, leading to significant improvements in organizational standards. Skilled in third-party risk oversight and contractor risk management, ensuring robust corrective action tracking and incident investigation processes. Experienced in cross-functional stakeholder engagement and implementation of ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001 systems, enhancing business continuity planning.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2
2

Graduate Training Diploma in Oil & Gas Engineering

3
3

Integrated Management System (ISO 45001; 14001; 9001)

4
4

Advanced Life Support Certifications

5
5

BOSIET/HUET Training Certification

6
6

Environmental & Social Frameworks/Managing E&S Performance

Work History

Senior Advisor – Sustainability, Risk & Institutional Performance

Public Sector Reform Programme
08.2025 - Current

Reduced operational incidents by 40% via stronger risk controls in Ashanti Regional Council projects.

Achieved full regulatory compliance across all assigned projects, demonstrating reliability.

Enhanced service compliance rates by 30%, increasing regulatory adherence and operational efficiency.

Delivered risk awareness and compliance training programs to elevate organizational standards.

  • Trained over 100 professionals in risk and compliance practices, enhancing client performance by 15%.
  • Identified operational control gaps, leading to improved service performance.
  • Strengthened governance processes among diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Optimized resource utilization across multi-sector initiatives.

Environmental, Health & Safety / Sustainability Advisor

Infrastructure, Industrial & Development Projects
12.2015 - 05.2025
  • Facilitated environmental impact assessments for two major demolition and resettlement projects at Asanko Gold Mine, emphasizing risk reduction and cultural heritage protection to demonstrate commitment to safety and community values.
  • Produced environmental risk assessment reports for exploration activities at Asanko Gold Mine, ensuring biodiversity protection standards were met to reinforce responsible environmental management and inspire confidence.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for mega infrastructure projects in Kejetia Central Market, attaining 100% compliance before project launch to demonstrate thoroughness and reliability.
  • Led electrical system installation project at Kejetia Market Infrastructure, supervising safety and environmental compliance while collecting energy data.

Emergency Response & Operational Risk Officer

Industrial, Emergency Services & Field Operations
11.2004 - 11.2015
  • Enrolled in national assignments for the National Ambulance Service and the Ministry of Health, Ghana, achieving 99.8% success in multi-agency emergency operational responses and enhancing coordinated incident management in high-risk environments.
  • Administered monitoring and evaluation reporting at headquarters aligned with safety education policy, trained 132 specialized epidemic response team members, and developed 890 internationally aligned medical treatment protocols to strengthen emergency response capabilities.
  • Developed risk assessment frameworks for emergency operations and field activities to improve response effectiveness and safety measures.
  • Analyzed operational risks to enhance safety protocols in industrial settings, contributing to safer work environments.
  • Collaborated with teams to implement risk management strategies across various projects.
  • Established and oversaw the application of operational risk policies, technology, tools, and governance processes to create lasting solutions for minimizing losses.
  • Influenced appropriate risk management prioritization on front lines to promote strategic objectives while meeting operational risk program expectations.
  • Established and oversaw the application of operational risk policies, technology, tools, and governance processes to create lasting solutions for minimizing losses.

Health & Safety Technicial (Intern)

Ghana Ports & Harbour Authority
Tema
09.2012 - 09.2013

Conducted safety inspections and ensured PPE compliance, resulting in zero accidents at the yard.

Conducted project and environmental risk assessments, reducing crystallized dust pollution from cement manufacturing.

Designed an integrated emergency management plan with Ghana Shippers Council and Bolarie Group of Companies.

Coordinated logistics operations at Tema Port, facilitating effective team communication for streamlined processes.

  • Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
  • Developed safety and occupational safety training programs to comply with state and federal regulations, industry standards, and organizational guidelines.
  • Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain the integrity of the safety program.
  • Developed safety and occupational safety training programs to comply with state and federal regulations, industry standards, and organizational guidelines.

Education

Graduate Training Diploma - Oil & Gas Engineering

GOOGPRO
Quebec, Canada
06-2022

Master of Science - Occupational Safety, Health & Environmental Management

Ghana Institute of Management & Public Administration
Accra, Ghana
12-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Political Science & English

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
05-2012

Skills

  • Governance risk and compliance (GRC)
  • Risk assessment
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Environmental management
  • Training development
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Resource optimization
  • Crisis management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Project management
  • Performance evaluation
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Analytical thinking
  • Performance analysis
  • Compliance requirements

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Senior Advisor – Sustainability, Risk & Institutional Performance

Public Sector Reform Programme
08.2025 - Current

Environmental, Health & Safety / Sustainability Advisor

Infrastructure, Industrial & Development Projects
12.2015 - 05.2025

Health & Safety Technicial (Intern)

Ghana Ports & Harbour Authority
09.2012 - 09.2013

Emergency Response & Operational Risk Officer

Industrial, Emergency Services & Field Operations
11.2004 - 11.2015

Graduate Training Diploma - Oil & Gas Engineering

GOOGPRO

Master of Science - Occupational Safety, Health & Environmental Management

Ghana Institute of Management & Public Administration

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Political Science & English

University of Ghana

Remote Ready

True

References

Available upon request.

Personal Information

Relocation: Priority within Africa - Open to International 

ABDEL-HALIM SADIK AHMEDHealth, Safety, Environment, Social Governance