Nehad Sherif Sabri
Dubai
Summary
With over 5 years of experience assisting project managers and leading teams in large-scale digital transformation and solutions projects within the UAE government, at both the federal and local level, I bring a wealth of expertise. Before that, I spent over a decade as a technical developer and web specialist. Have successfully managed non-IT projects as well such as events management and spearheaded the implementation of initiatives launched by the Prime Minister's Office in the UAE. Looking to build up my skill set to a new domain of work, while continuing to make a meaningful impact as a valuable team member.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assisting PM
Ministry of Finance/TechMahindra
11.2020 - Current
- Worked with PMO, 30+ federal entities and consultants from all Big 4 for implementation of the Digital Procurement Platform (iValua) for the UAE Federal Government
- Full project cycle implementation including requirements analysis, demos, SITs, UATs, milestone QA and auditing, end user training, go-live activities, project closure
- Preparing reports and presentations for top and middle management
- Supervised integration activities with external systems including Federal Asset Tracking system, Oracle TRC, Oracle Financials
- Supervised data migration activities
- Managed external and internal stakeholders’ official communications and escalation management
- Acted as L1 support for entities during go-live periods
- Manage new entities onboarding
- Organize relevant public events and end-user trainings for federal entities and suppliers
- Support all government initiatives requirements (reports, presentations, data analysis and processing) like sustainable procurement, TDRA directives, etc
- Participated in drafting new procurement by-laws, policies and procedures for federal government
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within budget and timeline constraints.
- Conducted detailed project reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes for future success.
- Skillfully negotiated contracts with suppliers/vendors resulting in cost savings without compromising quality or service levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Oracle Cloud solutions into existing IT environments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Minimized downtime during migrations by utilizing proven methodology and effective communication among stakeholders.
- Facilitated smooth transitions to post-implementation support, ensuring clients received prompt assistance with any issues or concerns that arose after golive.
- Achieved successful go-live events by meticulously executing pre-launch activities, including configuration, testing, and validation efforts.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by incorporating appropriate controls within the design of Oracle Cloud solutions.
- Conducted ongoing reviews of existing policies, identifying areas for improvement or revision based on changing regulatory environments or organizational needs.
- Served as a subject matter expert on various policy topics, providing guidance and support to colleagues across the organization.
- Contributed to long-term planning efforts through participation in strategy development sessions focused on future policy priorities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex policy issues, ensuring efficient resolution and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Recommended updates to current legislation, regulations and policies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather input and build consensus around policy proposals.
- Presented findings to senior leadership, informing strategic planning and decision-making processes.
Big Data Project Coordinator
RTA/Wipro Technologies Limited
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Outsourced by Wipro to coordinate project tasks of the Enterprise Big Data Platform for the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai
- Project tasks tracking and lead daily standup meetings
- Risk register tracking and maintenance, proofreading project documentation, maintaining archive
- Coordinating meetings with stakeholders, preparing MoM
- Preparing project progress reports and other reports/presentations for top and middle management
- Writing technical internal letters in both Arabic and English
- Planning SIT and UAT sessions with technical team, documenting user feedback, preparing and maintaining snag-lists, participating in QA activities
- Created a network of cooperative contacts across RTA agencies for conflicts resolution and project communication support with Wipro
Digital Projects Coordinator / CRM Specialist
Tabah Foundation for Research & Consultancy
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Prepare annual business plan and budget for Web and CRM department, and mitigate risks/deviations
- Co-managed full project cycle for implementation of digital transformation projects (ERP, CRM, ECM), including requirements analysis with stakeholders
- Performed first level of UAT
- Prepare presentations and reports for top management
- Manage and implement CRM activities (Create marketing lists, setup and send email campaigns, system customizations, reports)
- Design data structures and perform requirements analysis for ECM implementation in addition to frontend system administration
- End-user training
Web and Communications Specialist
Tabah Foundation for Research & Consultancy
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Administration and technical support of all foundation’s existing websites and set/implement SEO strategies
- Conduct requirements analysis for new projects
- Troubleshooting, bug fixing and code enhancements, QA reports
- Design processes’ workflows for websites
- Implement websites upgrades, server deployments, content migrations, and main server administration tasks
- Report statistical reports and other on-demand reports
Freelancer & Volunteer
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Implemented a number of personal websites
- Volunteer administration for the locally-known “Abu Dhabi Mums” group website
Webmaster / Content Manager
Abu Dhabi Educational Zone
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Built sites for schools and organizations following the zone
- Performed websites QA and produced bug reports
- Training for teachers using the new CMS
Senior Software Engineer
Ractors Software
01.2003 - 12.2004
- Co-managed Procter & Gamble Export System project, designed to automate tasks the export department using .NET
- Developed digital forms and processes workflow for export planners
Senior Internet Solutions Developer
LinkDotNet
01.2000 - 12.2003
- Migration of existing applications to asp.net
- Integration of otlob.com with ecommerce engine
- Design of databases structure and DB fine tuning
- Development of new features for masrawy.com services, including web email
- Debugging, troubleshooting and bug fixing
- Creating statistical reports for marketing
- Arabization of otlob.com frontend and backend interfaces
- Design workflows, dataflows, and develop parts of company’s task management system
- Production deployments
Teaching Assistant, Computer Sciences Faculty
Modern Sciences & Arts University
07.2000 - 07.2000
Education
Bachelor of Science - Scientific Computing
Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt07.2000
Introduction to Ariba -
openSAP Training
10.2018
Data Analyst Track - 1 Million Arab Coders Initiative
Udacity
08.2018
Emotional Intelligence with EQ Assessment -
Mohammad AlSaqqaf, Tabah Foundation
11.2017
Leadership Skills Development -
IIR Middle East
04.2014
Skills
- MS Project
- Asana
- Teams Planner
- Kanban boards
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Visio
- Ivalua procurement
- SRM
- Oracle financials
- TRCS
- Dynamics CRM
- Wordpress
- MySQL
- Strong writing skills
- System integrations
- Data migration
- Php
- NET
- Training and mentoring
- Crystal Reports
- DB Management
- E-commerce engines
- Business Analysis
- Stakeholder Management
- Project tracking
- Processes and procedures
- Project Management
- Conflict Management
- Presentations
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Procedure Development
- Functional & Business Requirements
- Advanced understanding of [Software name]
- Business process re-engineering
- Tax Policy Analysis
- Tax Process Automation
Certification
- Certified ScrumMaster, 09/01/20, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Procurement Innovation – Sap Ariba and S/4HANA in a Nutshell, 12/01/18, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Introduction to Ariba, 10/01/18, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Data Analyst Track, 1 Million Arab Coders Initiative, 08/01/18, Online
- Emotional Intelligence with EQ Assessment, 11/01/17, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Supervisory Management Skills, 11/01/15, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Leadership Skills Development, 04/01/14, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Languages
Arabic
English
French
Personal Information
Title: Assisting PM / Team Lead
Timeline
Assisting PM
Ministry of Finance/TechMahindra
11.2020 - Current
Big Data Project Coordinator
RTA/Wipro Technologies Limited
07.2019 - 06.2020
Digital Projects Coordinator / CRM Specialist
Tabah Foundation for Research & Consultancy
01.2015 - 12.2019
Web and Communications Specialist
Tabah Foundation for Research & Consultancy
01.2010 - 12.2015
Freelancer & Volunteer
01.2006 - 12.2010
Webmaster / Content Manager
Abu Dhabi Educational Zone
01.2004 - 12.2005
Senior Software Engineer
Ractors Software
01.2003 - 12.2004
Teaching Assistant, Computer Sciences Faculty
Modern Sciences & Arts University
07.2000 - 07.2000
Senior Internet Solutions Developer
LinkDotNet
01.2000 - 12.2003
Introduction to Ariba -
openSAP Training
Data Analyst Track - 1 Million Arab Coders Initiative
Udacity
Emotional Intelligence with EQ Assessment -
Mohammad AlSaqqaf, Tabah Foundation
Leadership Skills Development -
IIR Middle East
Bachelor of Science - Scientific Computing
Ain Shams University
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