Maya Haddad
Sustainability Manager
Ajman University
A bit about me
With over 10 years of experience in Sustainability/EHS management, I am currently leading and implementing various Sustainability/EHS initiatives, policies, and procedures at Ajman University, one of the leading educational institutions in the UAE. I am also pursuing an MBA degree focusing on health and safety leadership, focusing on ESG standards' impact on higher education institutions.
My core competencies include EHS risk assessment and mitigation, EHS internal audit, emergency management planning, environmental sustainability, sustainable development, climate change, decarbonization and carbon emissions calculation (Scopes 1-2-3), community capacity building and zero waste initiatives. I have extensive knowledge of related ISO management systems, CAA standards, MOE framework, and requirements for QS Sustainability Ranking, THE, and UN Sustainable Development Goals. I am passionate about promoting EHS awareness and best practices through webinars, presentations, and training sessions, and I am a member of the Global Ambassadors of Sustainability, IEMA, and Emirates Green Building Council.
Biography
Ms. Haddad is a
highly qualified professional with international certifications in five ISO
standards, including food safety, HACCP, quality management, and environmental
management. She is also IOSH Managing
Safely certified and a GRI Sustainability Professional. Her commitment extends beyond certifications,
with active memberships in numerous sustainability organizations, including the
International Society of Sustainability Professionals, Emirates Green Building
Council, and the Emirates Higher Education Network for Safety Professionals. Additionally,
she holds leadership positions as Head of Operations for the UAE Universities
Climate Network and is an affiliate member of the Institute of Environmental
Management and Assessment (IEMA). Notably, she secured Ajman University's
participation in crucial global initiatives like the UN's Higher Education
Sustainability Initiative, Race to Zero, Greening Education Partnership with
UNESCO and the Nature Positive Pledge (alongside the University of Oxford and UNEP). She further propelled the university's
engagement by spearheading its representation at COP27 (Egypt) and COP28 (UAE),
delivering over 10 impactful sessions on sustainable development and climate
action.
Under her leadership, the Office of Sustainability at Ajman University
has flourished. Ms. Haddad spearheaded the organization of the "Make it
Sustainable" Forum, focusing on higher education's role in promoting
sustainable development goals, fostering collaboration, and paving the way for
COP28. Her initiatives encompass climate
change mitigation, environmental sustainability, zero-waste programs, emergency
preparedness, food safety, and UN SDGs. Ms. Haddad's dedication to continuous
learning is evident in her pursuit of an MBA in Environmental Health and Safety
Leadership and NEBOSH International Diploma. Her master's thesis research on
the impact of ESG standards in UAE universities further demonstrates her
commitment to advancing sustainability in higher education. Her dedication is
further underscored by her GRI Certified Sustainability Professional status and
IEMA certification in environmental sustainability skills for managers.
maya.haddad@ajman.ac.ae