Ayesha Zainal
About Ayesha Zainal
Ayesha Zainal is the Director of Infrastructure Strategic Planning at du, where she has worked since 2018. She has held various positions in the company, including Director of Delivery Management and Senior Project Manager, and has extensive experience in infrastructure and program management.
Work at du
Ayesha Zainal has held multiple positions at du, a telecommunications company in the UAE. She currently serves as the Director of Infrastructure Strategic Planning, a role she has occupied since 2018. Prior to this, she was the Director of Delivery Management from 2014 to 2016. She also worked as a Senior Services Program Manager from 2008 to 2009 and as the Director of Infrastructure Process Development & Performance for one year from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she has been a Senior Project Manager at du since 2010, contributing to various projects over a span of 14 years.
Education and Expertise
Ayesha Zainal has a solid educational background in business and management. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the American University in Dubai, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education with an Executive MBA (EMBA) from Hult International Business School, which she attended from 2011 to 2013. Earlier, she achieved a Higher Diploma from the Higher Colleges of Technology, where she studied from 1995 to 2000. This combination of education equips her with expertise in strategic planning and project management.
Background
Ayesha Zainal began her career at TECOM, where she worked as an ERP/e-Billing Specialist from 2001 to 2005. She then transitioned to du, where she took on various roles, including ERP Team Leader from 2006 to 2007. After that, she served as a Junior Assessor for the Dubai Human Development Award during the 2010 cycle. Her diverse experience in both the telecommunications and technology sectors has shaped her professional journey.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Ayesha Zainal has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing infrastructure and project delivery within the telecommunications sector. Her roles at du have involved significant responsibilities in strategic planning and performance management. While specific achievements are not detailed, her progression through various leadership roles indicates a strong impact on the organizations she has been part of.