Mohamed Allam
About Mohamed Allam
Mohamed Allam serves as the Director of Field Operations at du, where he oversees operation management for mobile, fixed, and fiber networks. He has a background in civil engineering and extensive experience in infrastructure operations across various companies in the telecommunications sector.
Current Role at du
Mohamed Allam serves as the Director of Field Operations at du, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he oversees operation management for nationwide mobile, fixed, and fiber networks. His leadership is crucial in ensuring that field activities align with service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Allam's responsibilities include managing a team that handles specialized support contracts valued at $105 million, ensuring efficient execution of EITC's field operations.
Previous Experience at du
Prior to his current role, Allam held several positions at du. He worked as a Senior Manager of Civil and EM Operations from 2017 to 2020, and as a Senior Implementation Manager for the Northern Emirates from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a Senior Roll Out Engineer from 2008 to 2014. His tenure at du has spanned various aspects of operations, contributing to his extensive expertise in the telecommunications sector.
Education and Expertise
Mohamed Allam holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Benha University, where he studied from 1998 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Business Administration from SBS Swiss Business School, completing the program from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, he completed a Managerial Leadership Program at Hult Business School. His educational background supports his expertise in both engineering and business management.
Career Background in Telecommunications
Allam's career in telecommunications began with his role as a Roll Out Engineer at Orange in Egypt from 2005 to 2007. He then worked at Mobily in Saudi Arabia for one year as a Roll Out Engineer from 2007 to 2008. His extensive experience includes multiple positions at du, where he has developed a strong foundation in infrastructure operations and project management.
Achievements in Field Operations
Mohamed Allam has led significant projects in his field operations role. He implemented a $22 million digital transformation initiative at EITC, integrating IoT and AI technologies. Additionally, he managed a $106 million energy and utilities strategy for du, which introduced innovative technical solutions such as Lithium-ion hybrid systems and solar energy. His leadership style is characterized by motivational techniques and culturally sensitive communication.