Shadi Elbadawy
About Shadi Elbadawy
Shadi Elbadawy is a Senior Manager of Internal Audit with five years of experience at a confidential company in the United Arab Emirates. He has a diverse background in auditing and finance, having worked with various organizations including Abu Dhabi Police and Protiviti, and has contributed significantly to fraud prevention and governance initiatives.
Work at Confidential
Shadi Elbadawy has served as the Senior Manager of Internal Audit at a confidential organization since 2019. Over the course of five years in this role, he has focused on enhancing internal audit processes and ensuring compliance with regulations. His efforts have contributed to significant contract renewals, including achieving AED 2 million in renewals by collaborating with 15 different internal audit heads.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current role, Shadi Elbadawy accumulated extensive experience in various positions within the internal audit and financial sectors. He worked as an Accountant in the Financial Affairs Department at Abu Dhabi Police from 2006 to 2009. He then served as an Auditor at the same organization for one year, followed by a role as an Internal Audit and Risk Consultant at KPMG from 2010 to 2012. He further advanced his career at Protiviti Middle East Member Firm, where he held positions as Senior Consultant and Assistant Manager in Internal Audit and Risk Advisory from 2012 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Shadi Elbadawy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a focus on Accounting from Al Mansoura University, which he completed in 2005. He has pursued further education in specialized areas, including Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). His studies also include courses in Psychology and Counseling Psychology, reflecting a diverse educational background that supports his roles in internal audit and risk advisory.
Achievements in Internal Audit
Throughout his career, Shadi Elbadawy has made significant contributions to internal audit practices. He played a key role in developing a comprehensive fraud framework at ADAFSA, achieving a 90% execution rate for action plans. Additionally, he developed the first Governance manual in local government while serving as an internal audit and fraud advisor. His experience includes conducting over 250 reviews across various sectors, demonstrating his expertise in diverse operational environments.
Initiatives and Coaching
Shadi Elbadawy founded Omorna, a relationships coaching initiative that reflects his passion for psychology and human energy. This initiative showcases his commitment to personal development and coaching, integrating his knowledge in psychology with practical applications in relationship management. His studies in the Power of Human Energy further enhance his approach to coaching and personal development.