Aljohara Sultan Alasfour
Leading national initiatives worth over SAR 250M and transforming complex data into actionable strategic decisions.
About Me
I am Aljohara Sultan Alasfour, a strategic leader in Data Analytics, Executive Reporting, Business Analysis, and Project Management.
I hold over 6 years of experience delivering data-driven solutions and leading national initiatives valued at more than SAR 250 million across government, nonprofit, and private sectors.
I am an expert in Power BI, Excel, SQL, KPI development, dashboard design, business intelligence, strategic planning, and performance management — transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making and organizational excellence.
I am passionate about creating measurable business value through innovation, data governance, and evidence-based strategies that enhance performance and support sustainable growth.
Professional Experience
A journey of executive leadership, strategic planning, and data-driven impact.
Director of Data Analytics & Reporting
Institute of Research and Studies — SEU University
Leading the Data Analytics & Reporting function and strategic performance initiatives.
- Driving strategic planning and performance improvement initiatives
- Developing executive dashboards, KPI frameworks, and data-driven reports
- Building Business Intelligence solutions with Power BI, DAX, Power Query, Excel, and SQL
- Overseeing data governance, analytics, and executive reporting
- Monitoring organizational performance and delivering strategic recommendations
- Aligning analytics with business objectives and digital transformation
National Project Manager
Institute of Research and Studies — SEU University
Led high-value national projects with a combined value exceeding SAR 250 million.
- Spearheaded planning and delivery in collaboration with government entities and partners
- Established project governance, KPIs, and executive reporting mechanisms
- Directed planning, implementation, monitoring, and risk mitigation
- Applied Power BI, Excel, SQL, and BI solutions for evidence-based decisions
- Aligned project outcomes with strategic priorities, schedule, and budget
Data Analyst & Power BI Dashboard Developer
Institute of Research and Studies — SEU University
Turning data from silent numbers into impactful executive decisions.
- Collecting, cleaning, and validating data from diverse sources
- Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify trends and impact
- Designing interactive Power BI dashboards for executive decision-making
- Translating data into actionable recommendations for policy improvement
- Automating routine data processes to reduce manual effort
- Training internal teams on dashboards and data-driven decision-making
Head of Planning Committee
Misk Foundation
Led youth and community initiatives aligned with strategic objectives and social impact.
- Developed initiative roadmaps, operational plans, and KPIs
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, volunteers, and strategic partners
- Conducted needs assessments, risk evaluations, and performance reviews
- Fostered innovation and continuous improvement in program design
Head of Training Department
Insan Charitable Society for Orphan Care
Delivered training and empowerment programs benefiting more than 50,000 participants.
- Directed the design and execution of large-scale learning initiatives
- Developed strategic training plans, KPIs, and evaluation frameworks
- Managed operations, budgets, partnerships, and stakeholder relationships
- Produced analytical reports supporting data-driven planning
Education & Certifications
A strong academic foundation reinforced by globally recognized professional credentials.
Academic Education
Digital Media Fellowship
Saudi Electronic University
Feb 2026 – Jun 2026
GPA: 100
Master's in Project Management
Mid Ocean University
2022 – 2023
GPA: 4.0
Bachelor's in Mathematics
Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University
2017 – 2020
GPA: 4.78 / 5
Professional Certifications
PL-300 Certification
Microsoft
Data Analysis Using Power BI
TVTC
Digital Media Fellowship
Gmedia & SEU University
PMD Pro
Project Management for Development Professionals — PMI
Integrated Leadership Program
International Leadership Institute
Youth Work Specialist
Jusoor Development Association
Portfolio
A selection of interactive dashboards and executive reports I designed to support leaders and decision makers.
ConfidentialNationwide Tech Gathering Tour
A comprehensive initiative to spread tech culture through interactive tours across regions — Learn, Grow, Connect.
ConfidentialDetailed Projects & Budgets Tracker
A comprehensive system to manage and track projects with budget details, partner entities, and execution status.
ConfidentialStrategic Goals Roadmap
A detailed roadmap of strategic objectives covering marketing, development, research, and target-audience engagement.
Skills & Expertise
Where strategic leadership meets analytical depth.
Project Management
- National & strategic project management
- Planning & executing development initiatives
- Full project lifecycle management
- Risk & quality management
- Large-scale budget management
Data Analytics
- Interactive Power BI dashboard design
- Quantitative & qualitative analysis
- Data cleaning & preparation
- Data visualization
- Performance & KPI analysis
Leadership & Management
- Leading cross-functional teams
- Stakeholder management
- Institutional change management
- Team building & development
- Negotiation & conflict resolution
Strategic Planning
- Operational planning
- SWOT analysis & growth strategies
- Aligning initiatives with goals
- Impact & outcome measurement
- Long-term planning
Technical Tools
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Project management tools
- SQL databases
- Digital collaboration tools
Soft Skills
- Public speaking & professional presentation
- Strategic communication
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Time & priority management
- Adaptability & resilience
Speaking & Public Presence
Beyond my executive work, I appear as an official speaker at conferences, stages, and professional programs, delivering applied content built on real-world experience.
Official Speaker
SEO Sports Tech Accelerator
Delivering applied content on managing technical projects.
Speaker — Change Management Program
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
Sharing practical experience in leading institutional transformation and change management.
My Professional Vision
I aspire to broader leadership roles where I contribute to building highly efficient national initiatives, empowering entities to make data-driven decisions, and developing sustainable operating models with measurable impact.
Get in Touch
I welcome collaboration on strategic projects and initiatives.
Areas of Collaboration
I welcome collaboration in the following areas:
Whether you're looking for a speaker for your conference, a partner for a strategic initiative, or an expert in data analytics and project management — I'm here to help you achieve your institutional goals.