H.E. Eng. Amal Abdulrahim

H.E. Eng. Amal Abdulrahim serves as the Assistant Undersecretary for the
Support Services Sector, as well as Chief AI Officer and Chief Innovation
Officer at the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE).
In her leadership role, she spearheads the development and execution of
strategic plans designed to enhance the Ministry’s operational efficiency while
fostering innovation and creativity in alignment with the UAE's national goals.
Her work is pivotal to advancing the UAE's climate action strategies, promoting
environmental sustainability, and ensuring biodiversity protection.
The Ministry focuses on policies that address climate change, ensure food
security, and manage natural resources efficiently. It also champions green
development initiatives that align with the UAE's national and international
commitments. Eng. Amal plays a critical role in driving the integration of AI and
digital transformation projects within the Ministry, supporting the nation's
environmental and sustainability goals. She oversees key operational functions
such as human resources, finance, and digital transformation, ensuring they
align with the Ministry’s objectives and cultivate a culture of excellence.
She has held numerous prominent leadership roles in various UAE government
entities. At the Ministry of Education, she led strategic initiatives centered on
innovation and process improvement, managing national strategies such as
the MOE Innovation Strategy 2030 and the Higher Education Strategy 2031.
She also contributed to global efforts, including COP28. During her tenure at the Prime Minister’s Office, she oversaw performance
management across federal entities, playing a pivotal role in the development
of the UAE’s 50-Year Government Performance Roadmap. Her work provided
strategic guidance across critical sectors such as healthcare, energy, and
education. At Dubai Municipality, she excelled in managing quality systems,
strategic planning, and public infrastructure projects, achieving ISO
certifications and driving customer satisfaction through process reengineering
and service enhancements.
H.E. extensive expertise in leading both national and international projects has
enabled her to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to implement
solutions that align with the UAE’s ambitious environmental and sustainability
targets. Her visionary leadership, dedication to innovation, and strategic
acumen make her a key figure in advancing the UAE’s climate action agenda
and positioning the nation as a global leader in addressing environmental
challenges