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Maheen

Al Manqaf

Summary

Experienced and globally-minded Education Project Specialist with over 10 years of experience in academic course development, instructional design, project management, and digital learning environments. Proven success in coordinating large-scale educational programs, enhancing curriculum quality, and collaborating with educators and media teams worldwide. Adept at remote team leadership and well-versed in Global educational standards. Passionate about delivering engaging and culturally appropriate learning experiences.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Education Project Specialist

International Open University
01.2013 - Current
  • Spearheaded the expansion of accredited academic programs from 5 to 18, covering undergraduate to PhD levels, contributing to institutional growth and increased student enrollment.
  • Led curriculum design and content review processes, ensuring compliance with global and regional accreditation frameworks, including NAQAA and equivalent Gulf standards.
  • Coordinated with international faculty to design faith-based, culturally responsive, and learner-centered course materials in Islamic Studies, Education, and General Studies.
  • Oversaw the entire e-learning lifecycle—content development, recording, editing, and publishing—using platforms like Moodle, improving digital course accessibility and learner engagement.
  • Conducted QA checks and maintained academic websites to ensure up-to-date syllabi, assessment criteria, and course resources.
  • Facilitated educator onboarding and training, guiding subject matter experts on instructional methodologies suitable for online and hybrid delivery.

Educational Content & Community Relations Manager

MuslimKids.TV
02.2022 - Current
  • Designed and implemented educational storytelling campaigns and faith-based activity kits to promote Islamic values and creative expression among children aged 4-12.
  • Developed engaging lead magnets (eBooks, activity guides, storytelling kits) aligned with developmental learning standards, boosting educational subscriptions by 25%.
  • Collaborated with educators, designers, and marketers to produce high-quality, child-friendly learning content and lesson support materials.
  • Managed influencer partnerships and parent engagement programs to support educational outreach, UGC collection, and content validation.
  • Played a key role in the development of a large-scale digital learning project ($5M+), working with renowned Islamic educators and creatives.
  • Regularly gathered and analyzed feedback to improve curriculum-based offerings and ensure age-appropriate pedagogical practices.

Instructional Project Manager

Haleh Banani Institute
02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Coordinated the design and launch of self-paced and live Islamic psychology and personal development courses tailored for adult learners and youth audiences.
  • Worked cross-functionally with educators and marketing teams to align educational outcomes with learner needs and institutional goals.
  • Developed course outlines, instructor guides, and learner assessments based on Bloom’s Taxonomy and active learning principles.
  • Ensured timely execution of educational campaigns, workshops, and online seminars by applying agile project management methodologies.
  • Improved learner onboarding and completion rates through user-friendly digital pathways and optimized instructional content.
  • Supported branding and strategy for course promotions, increasing overall course reach and engagement by over 25%.

Education

Bachelor of Islamic Studies -

International Open University
01.2016

Skills

  • Academic Program Development
  • Curriculum & Instruction Design
  • Quality Assurance in Education
  • Digital Marketing & Social Media Management
  • Virtual Learning Environments (Moodle)
  • Brand awareness
  • Teaching material development

Certification

  • Quality Management System Auditor (QMSA) - Certificate, National Accreditation And Quality Assurance Authority, Oct 2021
  • Digital Marketing Certificate, FEMPROW, May 2020

Language

English - Proficient (C2)
Urdu - Proficient (C2)
Arabic - Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Instructional Project Manager

Haleh Banani Institute
02.2024 - 01.2025

Educational Content & Community Relations Manager

MuslimKids.TV
02.2022 - Current

Education Project Specialist

International Open University
01.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Islamic Studies -

International Open University

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