Omer Sarwar
About Omer Sarwar
Omer Sarwar is an Associate Director of Transformation at KPMG Australia, with extensive experience in technology strategy and planning across various industries. He has held senior positions at nbn™ Australia and Vodafone, and possesses advanced degrees in Business Administration and Coaching Psychology.
Work at KPMG Australia
Omer Sarwar has been serving as Associate Director - Transformation at KPMG Australia since 2020. In this role, he focuses on driving transformation initiatives within organizations, leveraging his extensive background in technology strategy and planning. His position is based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, where he collaborates with various teams to implement effective change management strategies.
Previous Experience at nbn™ Australia
Prior to his current role, Omer Sarwar worked at nbn™ Australia in two capacities. He served as Senior Manager Technology Strategy and Planning from 2015 to 2018, where he was involved in strategic planning for technology initiatives. He later held the position of Executive Manager Technology Strategic Planning from 2019 to 2020, further enhancing his expertise in technology governance and operational planning.
Career at Vodafone
Omer Sarwar worked at Vodafone as Program Manager from 2011 to 2015. His responsibilities included overseeing technology delivery, digital transformation, and customer experience initiatives. This role allowed him to develop skills in program delivery and team management, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of customer-centric technology solutions.
Education and Expertise
Omer Sarwar holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Australian Graduate School of Management, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Master of Science in Coaching Psychology from the University of Sydney between 2017 and 2020. Additionally, he has an Associate's Certificate in Project Management from The George Washington University. His educational background supports his expertise in integrated operating plans, process governance, and technology strategy.
Technical Skills and Industry Experience
Omer Sarwar possesses technical skills in various areas, including Telecom 5G pilot planning, BSS, CRM Cloud, and Digital Services such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. He has extensive experience in the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) industry across multiple regions, including the Middle East, South Asia, and the Asia Pacific. His proficiency in methodologies like Agile, ITIL, and Lean Six Sigma further enhances his capability in managing complex technology projects.