Dr. Eng. Farhan Al Shamsi .

As a seasoned Senior Program Manager under the Program Management Office (PMO), drawing upon over 20 years of experience, I skillfully orchestrated the execution of a proficient strategic program. Leveraging my expertise, I employed both agile and waterfall methodologies to ensure seamless alignment of workflows, integration of costs, schedules, and performance objectives. Through strategic oversight, I consistently maintained high levels of performance, exceeding customer expectations and driving the overall success of the organization. My responsibilities extended to managing program-level aspects, further enhancing the organization's holistic success.

In my role as Head of the Program Management Office, I've spearheaded strategic planning for the Al Ain MRO Center, particularly focusing on enhancing the Heavy Maintenance Section. I've implemented an Integrated Risk Management Framework, led readiness assessments, and continuously monitored performance to drive effective transformation and change within the organization. My proficiency in business skills ensures the efficient planning, execution, and successful delivery of projects. The following are key business skills particularly valuable in a GAL AMMROC Business Development: ▪It is crucial to comprehend the organization's overarching strategy and align project goals with broader business objectives. This skill involves anticipating potential challenges and opportunities, allowing for adaptability in project plans. ▪Building and overseeing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders is pivotal for achieving successful project outcomes. Effective communication and a deep understanding of stakeholders' needs and expectations contribute significantly to project success. ▪The ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks is a critical business skill. This involves a thorough analysis of potential risks to project success, the implementation of risk mitigation plans, and ensuring the project team is equipped to address unforeseen challenges. ▪A profound understanding of budgeting, financial forecasting, and cost management is indispensable. This skill aids in developing realistic project budgets, monitoring expenses, and ensuring that projects are completed within established financial constraints.

As an experienced Program Manager, I led a proficient team to execute a performance-based logistics contract worth approximately 900 million AED for the Military, ensuring seamless alignment of workflows and achieving all 9 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), resulting in consistently high aircraft availability and surpassing customer expectations. My responsibilities included managing program-level aspects such as Performance-Based Logistics, Life Cycle Management, Acquisitions, Contract Management, and Profit and Loss, contributing to the overall success of the organization. My adeptness in technical skills such as Financial Modeling and Contract Drafting ensures the effective planning, execution, and successful delivery of projects. ▪ synthesizing historical and projected financial data to facilitate informed business decision-making. Widely recognized in financial analysis, the primary objective of financial modeling is to accurately forecast a company's future financial performance. Typically executed in Microsoft Excel, a financial model is essentially a spreadsheet that predicts a business's financial trajectory. ▪ With substantial experience in Contract Drafting, I possess the expertise to create a legally binding document that establishes agreements between two or more parties. This skill is pivotal in any business transaction, where a meticulously crafted contract plays a crucial role in averting disputes and misunderstandings among involved parties. The structuring and drafting of tenders and contracts represent a pivotal phase in the project cycle, involving the delineation of the financial structure and payment mechanism.

In my strategic role, I have overseen confidential projects, as mandated by High-Level Military authorities, with budgets exceeding 1.5 billion AED. My focus extends to strengthening business development strategies and operational plans across diverse projects involving AFAD, Thales, CATIC, and Progressive Technology. Through effective delegation of responsibility and authority, I supervise the implementation of these plans, ensuring optimal customer service. Providing strategic counsel to higher management, I keep them abreast of developments in all projects, ensuring the development of appropriate procedures aligned with each contract's mission and objectives, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. My responsibilities also include establishing and maintaining formal communication with key stakeholders, government departments, agencies, and decision-makers, facilitating information exchange to ensure the projects deliver the suitable range and quality of services. Crafting, gaining acceptance for, and monitoring the implementation of annual budgets is integral to meeting targets, maximizing revenue flows, and minimizing fixed costs. Additionally, I analyze and monitor project progress, providing stakeholders with updates on performance measures and progress towards project objectives. Ongoing communication between key stakeholders and service providers is maintained to ensure that agreed-upon goals and priorities are reflected in the delivery of relevant projects.

▪ In my capacity as the Customer Operations Manager for a confidential platform, I assumed a crucial role in both the establishment and development phases of the platform. Throughout the initial stages, I took charge of formulating essential procedures, policies, and technical requirements. Notably, I effectively managed a contract with a valuation exceeding 400 million AED. This contract empowered the End-User to acquire supplementary items beyond the scope of the primary acquisition contract, encompassing critical elements like spares, repairs, and overhauls. ▪ This pivotal contract provided the End-User with the opportunity to acquire supplemental requirements that went beyond the parameters of the main acquisition contract, covering essential elements such as extra spares, repairs, and overhauls. Successfully managing this project necessitated thorough collaboration with multiple departments within GHQ, including ALC, CDD, Engineering Support, and the Procurement Section (now under Tawazun). Furthermore, I actively interfaced with a multitude of suppliers, both local and external, to comprehensively address the diverse needs of the MOD.

As the Technology Development Manager, I oversee a broad range of responsibilities, collaborating closely with the Head of Engineering to manage technical and non-technical aspects of data production, testing, verification, and more. My focus includes fostering effective communication and teamwork while ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and technological improvement across processes, repair, manufacturing, and testing. Additionally, I develop and implement training programs, aiming for continuous improvement and excellence in technology development and engineering within the organization.

As the Quality Control Manager, I oversee the team, ensuring optimal productivity and efficiency through workload monitoring and necessary adjustments during peak and slack periods. My responsibilities encompass conducting quality inspections, implementing process controls, and performing acceptance tests on aviation products and parts from major OEMs. Serving as the primary contact for OEMs like Boeing, Airbus, and others, I handle budget proposals, risk assessments, and maintain standards in laboratory equipment performance. My role involves inspecting items, contributing to new programs, and playing a crucial part in achieving team goals and results.

Confidential experience.