Roqaya Al-Hinai stands as a remarkable example of Omani excellence thriving on the global stage. Her distinguished career in governance, internal audit, and commercial excellence reflects unwavering dedication, strategic vision, and leadership that make Oman proud internationally.

Currently serving as the Director of Commercial Governance at SITCO Pharma, and Head of Internal Audit at leading FinTech and savings institutions, Roqaya’s impact extends beyond organizational success—she embodies Oman’s growing influence in global business and regulated industries. Icons Oman proudly features her as a leading Omani woman whose work carries national prestige and inspires professionals worldwide to pursue excellence, accountability, and innovation.

Driving Governance, Internal Audit & Commercial Excellence with Strategic Vision

Roqaya brings a wealth of knowledge and multi-sector experience to her leadership roles, where she oversees integrated governance frameworks, internal audit functions, and commercial control systems that underpin operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth.

Her leadership ensures robust internal controls, data integrity, and strategic compliance—key pillars supporting business transparency and resilience across sensitive, highly regulated sectors such as pharmaceuticals, FinTech, and explosives manufacturing.

Through her expertise in governance, Roqaya promotes ethical standards, risk mitigation, and accountability, strengthening the reputation of every organization she leads as a trusted and compliant market leader. By implementing advanced governance and audit practices, she fosters a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence that aligns with both local regulations and global best practices.

Fostering International Collaboration and Oman’s Global Footprint

Roqaya’s role extends far beyond national borders, as she plays a vital part in enhancing international collaboration and aligning local business practices with global regulatory standards. Her ability to navigate complex compliance environments across FinTech, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing sectors marks her as a key architect of organizational transformation and international credibility.

By representing Omani expertise on global platforms, she contributes significantly to building the country’s profile as a source of capable leaders who excel across industries. Her journey embodies Oman Vision 2040’s aspirations of economic diversification, international integration, and human capital development—proving that integrity and innovation are the cornerstones of lasting global influence.

Education and Professional Foundation

Roqaya’s academic journey through Majan University College provided her with a strong foundation in modern business practices, ethics, and management principles. Combined with extensive hands-on experience, her education has equipped her to address the evolving challenges of governance, audit, and commercial operations in fast-paced, regulated industries.

Her ongoing pursuit of global executive education—including specializations from the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Minnesota—reflects her commitment to continuous learning, analytics-driven decision-making, and strategic leadership. She leads multidisciplinary teams with integrity and foresight, ensuring that every initiative meets international benchmarks and drives meaningful progress.

Leading by Example: A Role Model for Omani Women

Through her strategic vision, operational excellence, and unwavering commitment to governance, Roqaya Al-Hinai stands as a powerful role model for women in Oman and beyond. Her success story encourages young Omanis—especially women—to pursue impactful careers in global, highly regulated industries where expertise, leadership, and integrity define success.

Icons Oman celebrates Roqaya not only as a top woman leader but as a symbol of Oman’s potential, professionalism, and pride on the international stage. Her career is a testament to how integrity, governance, and excellence can elevate both institutions and nations.