Salman Al Outa

Governance and operations professional with 8+ years of experience supporting international organizations and businesses through monitoring & evaluation, qualitative and quantitative research, stakeholder engagement, data quality assurance, reporting, and digital transformation. Recently expanded expertise into Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) and Information Security through PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation, Responsible AI, and AI Basics, with ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer currently in progress. Passionate about strengthening governance, compliance, information security, and responsible AI adoption.

Founder & Digital Solutions Consultant - OUTA Digital Solutions - Calgary, AB

(2020-01)

• Advise small businesses on digital transformation and technology adoption.
• Manage client projects, documentation, and cross-functional communications.
• Apply AI productivity tools and digital solutions to improve business workflows.
• Deliver client projects with 98%+ on-time completion and customer satisfaction.

Field Officer | Monitoring & Evaluation - Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT)

(2017-01 - 2021-12)

• Conducted pre- and post-assessments to evaluate outcomes and support improvement.
• Maintained program databases, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Verified monitoring data and prepared reports for evidence-based decision-making.
• Coordinated monitoring activities with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Trained 700+ youth in digital and soft skills.
• Supported outreach campaigns reaching 10,000+ people.
• Maintained confidential program information while supporting monitoring, reporting, and documentation processes.

Regional Coordinator / Field Coordinator - Sayara International (Formerly Levant7)

(2015-01 - 2020-12)

• Conducted qualitative and quantitative assessments using surveys, FGDs, and KIIs.
• Coordinated 10+ donor-funded field research and community development projects.
• Ensured ethical data collection and compliance with research protocols.
• Collaborated with 20+ municipalities, local authorities, and partner organizations.
• Reviewed field data to ensure quality, accuracy, and timely reporting.
• Supported projects implemented with UNICEF, UNDP, IMC, NRC, and other international organizations.

Board Member – Governance & Communications - Peer Mediation and Skills Training (PMAST) - Calgary

(2022-01 - 2024-12)

• Served on the Board of Directors, contributing to organizational governance and strategic decisions.
• Supported digital communications, community outreach, and technology initiatives.
• Assisted leadership with technical support and organizational communications.
• Participated in annual budget reviews, governance discussions, and board voting.

Educational Supervisor - LOST

(2015-01 - 2015-12)

Field Officer - Key Development Services (KDS)

(2013-01 - 2015-12)

MBA - American University, Lebanon (2015-12)

Canadian Equivalency (IQAS) - Alberta (2023-12)

BBA - Banking & Finance - American University (2011-12)