Ahmed Taha
Program Manager
Riyadh
Summary
Dynamic Program Manager with a proven track record at STC, excelling in strategic planning and risk management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Recognized for enhancing stakeholder engagement and implementing agile methodologies to drive productivity and client satisfaction.
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings +15 years of valuable experience to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Projects / Program management professional with history of driving projects to successful completion. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Proven expertise in successful delivery of multiple projects, risk management and resource allocation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Program Manager
STC
Al Riyadh, KSA
04.2021 - Current
- Managed more than 60+ normal projects, 3 Mega projects & 2 programs.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
- Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
- Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
- Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
Senior Project Manager
Etisalat Misr
New Cairo, Cairo Governorate
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed approximately 100+ Minor projects, 70+ normal & 5 Mega Projects
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
Senior Project Manager
Nile ICT
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
- Streamlined project delivery timelines by implementing agile methodologies, significantly enhancing team productivity and client satisfaction.
Project Manager
DHL Logistics
Soest, Germany
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager
Vodafone Egypt
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries, effective communication, and high-quality results.
- Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines and milestones.
- Led system integration efforts, working closely with vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless transitions.
- Delivered reliable solutions by overseeing software design, development, testing, implementation, and support phases of projects.
- Managed budgets for multiple projects concurrently, tracking expenses and reallocating resources as needed to stay within budget constraints.
- Developed project plans identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics.
Project Coordinator
Ericsson
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
04.2011 - 05.2012
- Managed approximately 50 minor projects & 20 normal projects
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Decreased project completion times by efficiently prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
- Kept corporate and client information confidential, adhering to data safety measures.
- Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
Project Engineer
Motorolla
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
05.2010 - 04.2011
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
Education
Master of Science - Systems Engineering & Engineering Management
South Westphalia University of Applied Science
Soest, Germany 09.2012 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications, Computing Science &Electronics
Faculty of Engineering, Helwan University
Cairo, Egypt 09.2005 - 05.2010
Skills
Risk analysis and management
Program leadership
Strategic planning
Agile projects
Effective negotiations
Business development
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 40 members in the development of descriptive & predictive customer experience indices
- Collaborated with team of 15 members in the development of Etisalat TV app.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of automation of global issues detection
- Collaborated with team of 15 members in the development of Etisalat Games app.
- Collaborated with team of 20 members in the development of Etisalat Recognition program
Certification
PgMP - Program Management Professional
Timeline
PgMP - Program Management Professional
10-2025
Program Manager
STC
04.2021 - Current
Scrum Master
01-2021
Senior Project Manager
Etisalat Misr
09.2018 - 04.2021
PMP
05-2017
Senior Project Manager
Nile ICT
09.2016 - 09.2018
Project Manager
DHL Logistics
10.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Systems Engineering & Engineering Management
South Westphalia University of Applied Science
09.2012 - 09.2015
Project Manager
Vodafone Egypt
05.2012 - 09.2014
Project Coordinator
Ericsson
04.2011 - 05.2012
Project Engineer
Motorolla
05.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications, Computing Science &Electronics
Faculty of Engineering, Helwan University
09.2005 - 05.2010
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