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Zaki Aboudan

Stakeholder Manager
Dubai

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Stakeholder Manager with over 14 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, authority coordination, and project delivery across high-profile developments in the UAE. Skilled in managing complex stakeholder interfaces, driving system change and transformation, and leading multi-disciplinary teams. Recognized for exceptional communication skills, leadership, and the ability to influence and manage expectations in high-stakes environments. Proven track record across major developments such as Expo 2020, La Mer, and W Hotel Palm Jumeirah.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Stakeholder Manager

Conin International Consultant
12.2024 - Current
  • Leading stakeholder engagement for system transformation and infrastructure projects.
  • Driving change management initiatives with a focus on seamless cross-functional collaboration.
  • Managing multiple interfaces with authorities, consultants, and clients to ensure project compliance.
  • Championing transparent communication to align diverse stakeholder expectations.

Sr. Stakeholder & Authority Liaison Engineer

AF Construction LLC
04.2014 - 11.2024
  • Coordinated with all relevant UAE government authorities for approvals and compliance.
  • Represented the company in authority meetings and was first point of contact for project compliance.
  • Guided teams through project approval cycles including for Expo 2020, La Mer, Al Jalila Hospital, and others.
  • Led proactive engagement with stakeholders to manage expectations and meet deadlines.

Sales Engineer

Al Mazroui Medical & Chemical Supplies
03.2012 - 03.2014

Transmission Engineer

Orient TV
01.2010 - 01.2012

Education

BSc. - Information & Communication Technologies Engineering

Mamoun Private University for Science and Technology

Skills

  • Stakeholder Management
  • Change Management
  • Project Management
  • Government Liaison
  • System Transformation
  • Cross-functional Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Delivery
  • MS Office

Team leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Decision-making

Timeline

Stakeholder Manager

Conin International Consultant
12.2024 - Current

Sr. Stakeholder & Authority Liaison Engineer

AF Construction LLC
04.2014 - 11.2024

Sales Engineer

Al Mazroui Medical & Chemical Supplies
03.2012 - 03.2014

Transmission Engineer

Orient TV
01.2010 - 01.2012

BSc. - Information & Communication Technologies Engineering

Mamoun Private University for Science and Technology
Zaki AboudanStakeholder Manager