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Afroze
Shaikh

Senior Project Manager · IT & Data Management

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

IT Project Manager with 12+ years of experience in Project Management and Data Management. Innovative and driven with a passion for delivering high-quality work — focused on process optimization and data privacy compliance.

PMP PMI-ACP ITIL ITSM AI-900 Lean Six Sigma
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Afroze Shaikh
Experience
12+ Years
Projects Managed
50+ Projects
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About Me

The Person Behind
the Projects

I am Afroze Shaikh, a certified IT Project Manager with over a decade of experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects across the UAE and India. My expertise spans the full project lifecycle — from initiation and planning through execution and closure.

Currently serving as Senior Project Manager at the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC), I lead data protection initiatives aligned with GDPR and PDPL regulations, while simultaneously managing multiple concurrent projects with cross-functional teams.

I thrive in dynamic environments and am passionate about building efficient systems, fostering collaboration, and delivering results that align with strategic organizational goals.

12+
Years Exp.
6
Companies
4
Certifications
3
Countries
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Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Current Employer
Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC)
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Email
afroze.saifan@gmail.com
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Phone
+971 558 675 062
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LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/afroze-shaikh-74398b114
Work History

Professional Experience

A journey of growth across diverse industries — from software engineering to senior project leadership at a government authority.

Senior Project Manager
Feb 2022 – Present · 4 yrs
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi)
📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE · Full-time · On-site
  • Lead end-to-end project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope, goals, and deliverables.
  • Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets for multiple concurrent projects.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, set priorities, and foster effective communication across stakeholders.
  • Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively manage project risk.
  • Interpret and implement data protection regulations (GDPR, PDPL) and conduct comprehensive privacy assessments.
  • Design and deliver employee training programs on data privacy best practices and compliance requirements.
Senior Consultant
May 2021 – Jan 2022 · 9 mos
PwC Middle East
📍 United Arab Emirates · Full-time
  • Interfaced with clients to gather functional and non-functional requirements using data flow modeling, workflow analysis, and object modeling.
  • Translated business requirements into system specifications via BRD and CR forms.
  • Managed requirements backlog complexity and priority using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Defined comprehensive test cases covering all business scenarios and system performance criteria.
  • Provided technical guidance to team members, accelerating onboarding and skill development.
Senior Project Manager
Mar 2017 – Feb 2020 · 3 yrs
Techno5 Media Industries (Techno5 Solutions)
📍 Pune, Maharashtra, India · Full-time
  • Defined, documented, and managed projects end-to-end with minimal supervision across multiple teams.
  • Developed individual project plans with budgetary information and resource needs.
  • Ensured technical delivery as per implementation methodology while motivating and developing team members.
  • Managed change control and reported project status to senior management regularly.
Senior Project Management Consultant
Feb 2015 – Feb 2017 · 2 yrs
Bureau Veritas
📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE · Full-time
  • Handled client kickoff meetings, requirements gathering, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Performed technical review of audit reports for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and HACCP standards.
  • Managed NCR closures, certification approvals, and oversaw timely certificate issuance.
  • Developed database systems and generated statistical reports for the training department.
Senior Project Consultant
Apr 2014 – Nov 2014 · 8 mos
FOHMICS
📍 UAE · Full-time
  • Managed BRD preparation, screen designing, functional specifications, and milestone planning.
  • Created business models and flowcharts using Microsoft Visio and Gantt charts for project tracking.
  • Interacted with government organizations in Abu Dhabi to understand and deliver software requirements.
Technical Support Consultant
Apr 2010 – Feb 2014 · 3 yrs 11 mos
Allscripts
📍 India · Full-time
  • Investigated and replicated complex incidents to identify root causes in high-volume production environments.
  • Provided Citrix XenApp support including installation, user management, and VPN troubleshooting.
  • Tracked SLA performance, maintained CSAT quality standards, and prepared management dashboards.
  • Trained key users on application functionality and led weekly stakeholder review meetings.
Software Engineer
Sep 2008 – Mar 2010 · 1 yr 7 mos
Syntel
📍 India · Full-time
  • Provided helpdesk support and resolved problems to end-user satisfaction.
  • Managed PC setup, deployment, workstation hardware/software upgrades for new employees.
  • Maintained Active Directory user/computer assignments and software license inventory.
Expertise

Skills & Capabilities

A versatile skill set built across 12+ years spanning IT project management, data privacy, business analysis, and technical consulting.

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Project Management
End-to-End Lifecycle Scope Management Budget Control Risk Management Stakeholder Management Change Control
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Agile & Methodologies
Scrum Kanban PMI-ACP ITIL ITSM Lean Six Sigma
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Data Privacy & Compliance
GDPR PDPL Privacy Assessments Data Classification Retention Policies Compliance Training
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Business Analysis
BRD Writing Functional Specs Data Flow Modeling Use Case Analysis Requirements Traceability UAT
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Tools & Platforms
MS Project Microsoft Visio Jira Oracle Applications Manage Engine Citrix XenApp
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Leadership & Soft Skills
Team Leadership Client Relations Cross-cultural Teams Training & Mentoring Problem Solving Communication
Credentials

Certifications

Professionally certified in globally recognized standards reinforcing expertise in project management, agile practices, and cloud technology.

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PMP
Project Management Professional — the gold standard in project management certification by PMI.
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PMI-ACP
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner — demonstrating expertise in agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
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ITIL
IT Infrastructure Library — best practices framework for IT service management and delivery.
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AI-900
Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals — foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts.
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Lean Six Sigma
Process improvement methodology combining Lean manufacturing principles with Six Sigma quality practices.
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ITSM
IT Service Management — structured approach to designing, delivering, managing, and improving IT services.
Education

Academic Background

Engineering foundation from one of Maharashtra's premier technical institutes.

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Bachelor of Engineering — Electronics
Walchand Institute of Technology, Pune
2003 – 2008
Activities: Talent Management Activities, Paper Presentations
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Let's Connect

Open to new opportunities, collaborations, and professional conversations.

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Email
afroze.saifan@gmail.com
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Phone
+971 558 675 062
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LinkedIn
afroze-shaikh-74398b114
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Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Whether you're looking for a senior project leader, a data privacy expert, or a strategic consultant — I'd love to hear about your project or opportunity.

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