Tara K. Kadhem
Chief of Staff | Office of the President
Since 2019, Tara has held the position of Director of the President’s Office at the American University of Iraq, Baghdad, contributing to the achievement of the university’s strategic goals. With dedication and a focus on operational efficiency and institutional development, Tara ensures the seamless and effective implementation of the university leadership’s vision across all academic and administrative units.
She is actively involved in formulating the university’s policies and procedures and plays a key role in strategic planning. Tara serves on several senior committees where she provides strategic insights for vital initiatives that support the university’s mission and its continuous growth.
Additionally, Tara serves as the Project Manager for the “UNESCO Chair in Education for Health and Well-being,” leading initiatives in the education and health sectors at local, regional, and global levels, thereby reinforcing the university’s commitment to community service and education.
Tara brings a wealth of diverse experience from her previous roles. In the banking sector, she served as Head of the Marketing and Market Studies Department, where she managed strategic planning and launched new products targeting both individual and corporate clients. She led initiatives to enhance marketing strategies across 17 branches in Iraq, overseeing brand development, customer engagement, and successful market penetration.
In the hospitality sector, Tara demonstrated exceptional leadership by managing the execution of approximately 5,000 events, ranging from small workshops to large-scale government functions. She implemented innovative marketing and operational strategies, which led to significant business growth.
Tara earned her degree in Civil Engineering, specializing in Project Management, in 2014. With her specialization in project management and her leadership skills, she has become a key player in shaping strategic initiatives and operational excellence at the American University of Iraq, Baghdad
Her expertise in policy development and strategic planning has made Tara Kadhem a central figure at the American University of Iraq, Baghdad, contributing to the continuing success of the university regionally and internationally.