Al Awadhi will also be responsible for the development of the right ICT solutions that will enable the UAE and its communities to thrive and prosper in the new digital economy.
Du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunication Company (EITC), has appointed Jasim Al Awadhi to head its ICT unit as the Chief ICT Officer. In his new role, Al Awadhi will play a pivotal role in supporting dus customers on their digital transformation journeys by providing comprehensive end-to-end solutions and services. He will also be tasked with developing ICT solutions to drive prosperity and growth in the UAE’s digital economy. Al Awadhi will collaborate closely with the ICT team to realise dus vision of becoming a purpose-driven, performance-focused, and customer-centric organization.
Speaking about the appointment, Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO at du, said: “We are thrilled to have Jasim Al Awadhi leading our team as our CxO. With his extensive experience in ICT and proven track record of success within du, Jasim brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic vision to the table. His ability to execute major initiatives, drive operational excellence, and forge strong relationships with our valued clients makes him the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to the impact he will undoubtedly make in driving du’s growth and innovation in the UAEs telecommunications industry.”
With over 20 years of experience in ICT, Al Awadhi brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. Having joined du in 2007, he has showcased his leadership capabilities through various senior positions within the company. Before assuming his current role as Chief ICT Officer, Al Awadhi excelled as the Senior Vice President – Service Operations, overseeing critical operational functions. Additionally, he led strategic projects for some of dus most prominent clients as Head of Government & Key Accounts Segments, demonstrating his strategic acumen and client-focused approach.
