Mashael Al Marzooqi

Mashael Al Marzooqi

Regional Engagement Manager | Strategic Partnerships

Profile summary

Accomplished Regional Engagement Manager and Sports Management professional with 6+ years of progressive experience in strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and sports program management across the UAE. Proven track record of directing sports enrichment initiatives, coordinating cross-sector collaborations between education, government, and sports sectors, and managing high-profile athletic programs and tournaments. Dedicated to building strategic alliances and driving sports development in alignment with national priorities.

Career highlights

Strategic Partnership Management: Directs strategic engagement and partnership development initiatives across the region, managing relationships with government entities, educational institutions, sports organizations, and industry leaders.

Sports Program Leadership: Spearheaded strategic sports enrichment programs across the UAE, driving a 45% increase in youth athletic participation and stakeholder engagement.

Program and Event Coordination: Plans and executes high-profile events, stakeholder forums, and open days that strengthen connections between academia and industry while supporting regional growth opportunities.

Strategic Partnerships & Governance: Forged high-impact partnerships with national sports federations, government entities, and educational institutions to elevate community wellness initiatives.

Operations and Governance: Guided student operations and administrative workflows, aligning daily activities with institutional governance frameworks and regulatory requirements while partnering across internal departments.

Key skills

ProfessionalStrategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement Sports Program & Event Management Business Development & Relationship Management Community Engagement & Outreach Talent Identification & Athlete Development Project & Operations Management Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration Data Analysis & Performance Reporting Public Speaking & Presentation Event Planning & Execution CRM Systems & Pipeline Management Marketing & Brand Representation Partnership Development Stakeholder Engagement Program Management Event Coordination Regulatory Compliance Operations Management Performance Reporting Process Improvement Execution Planning Reporting Governance Compliance & Risk Management

Professional experience

Regional Engagement ManagerJun 2026 - Present
Les Roches Abu Dhabi Hospitality AcademyAbu Dhabi

Directs strategic engagement and partnership development initiatives across the United Arab Emirates and wider region, managing relationships with government entities, educational institutions, sports organizations, and industry leaders. Coordinates cross-sector collaboration between education, hospitality, sports, and events industries while aligning business development activities with organizational priorities alongside senior leadership.

  • Directed regional engagement and partnership initiatives across 15+ government, educational, and sports entities, securing key strategic alliances.
  • Executed high-profile stakeholder forums and athletic events with 300+ key attendees, enhancing organizational visibility and community impact.
Sports Enrichment SpecialistDec 2024 - May 2026
Department of Education and KnowledgeAbu Dhabi

Directed school-based sports enrichment programs across private and charter schools, managing coordination, stakeholder communication, and delivery frameworks to support alignment with national sports priorities.

  • Managed sports development portfolios across 30+ educational institutions, increasing program participation by 35% year-over-year.
  • Coordinated large-scale sports competitions and athletic camps with over 500 active student and community participants.
Student OperationsDec 2021 - Dec 2024
Fatima College of Health Sciences (FCHS)Abu Dhabi

Supervised student operations and administrative workflows, directing daily activities in alignment with institutional governance frameworks and UAE regulatory requirements. Partnered across internal departments, external authorities, and security stakeholders to manage student onboarding, campus access, and recruitment events.

  • Analyzed operational and enrollment data to identify trends, improve processes, enhance stakeholder experience, and support informed decision-making.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for students, parents, and external stakeholders, fostering relationships and communication across the student journey.
  • Contributed to strategic projects and operational initiatives to enhance efficiency, service quality, and organizational performance.
Abu Dhabi Aquatics ClubMar 2026 - Present
Board Member
FBMA – Team CaptainAug 2022 - Present
Fatima Bint Mubarak Academy Women's Basketball Team
Special Olympics UAEJan 2022 - Present
Unified Basketball Player
All-Star ProgramJan 2025 - May 2026
ADEK - Project Lead
Education Interface ExhibitionMay 2022 - Sep 2024
Represented FCHS, ADEK, ADHA
Government Games 2025Mar 2025 - Mar 2025
Basketball Gold Medalist
Abu Dhabi Inter University Sports LeagueJan 2017 - Jan 2022
Women’s Basketball League

Education

Msc in Sports Management & EventsJun 2026 - Mar 2027
Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy - Les Roches

Continuing

Bachelor of Communication & MediaJan 2019
Zayed University

Specialized Tourism and cultural

Highschool DiplomaJan 2013
Al Nahda National School
  • Abu Dhabi

Languages

English · Fluent

Arabic · Native

Turkish · Basic