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ABDUL RAHMAN JABIR JASSIM SOROUR
MANAGING DIRECTOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Cell: +974-55543443 - Email: ajjs443@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://qa.linkedin.com/in/sorour – Webpage: http://sorour.strikingly.com/
Driving License: Qatar - Marital Status: Married – Nationality: Qatari
Date of Birth: 10th
December, 1973 - Place of Birth: Doha-Qatar
PROFILE SUMMARY
 20 years of Professional working experience as Chief Executive Officer, Managing
Director, Project Manager & Team Leader
 Master’s degree in Architecture in Suburb and Town Design from University of
Miami.
 Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning from Qatar University
 Advanced knowledge and experience of Program planning and management
 Advanced level and experience of Team Building and Operation Planning and
management.
 Bilingual, flexible, self-motivated & positive thinker
 Team leader having excellent communication and leadership skills.
 Leader, Visionary, Information Bearer, Decision Maker, Board Developer
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
August 2015 – till date Zone Management Director
Manateq Economic Zones Company, Doha-Qatar
Managing two directorates listed under my authority; Economic Zone and
Logistics/Industrials Parks.
 Creating operations business plans and long term strategic mission.
 Created from scratch the Operations manual (Policies & Procedures).
 Bench marking.
 MOU's settlement with all governmental sectors integrated with Manateq's operations level of
authority.
 KPI's derivation/monitoring/control for all stages (business plan till operation).
 Facilities management - operational/maintenance/Automation aspects.
 Operations Contracts management & administration.
 Zones safety & security procedures, implementation and optimization.
 Lands allocation, reservation process, leasing agreements and projects progression
control/compliance.
 Building permits functionality and processing.
 Budgeting related roles & financial monitoring/control.
 Infrastructure operational related aspect.
 Telecommunications & Smart cities systems evaluation/selection/operation.
 Employees’ recruitment/management/development.
 Value Engineering.
 Zones Steering committee active member.
 Investors Support.
 Master planning & urban planning for various areas including Marine cluster.

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June 2011 – July 2015 (4 Years) CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MackeenDevelopment Company, Doha-Qatar
 Supported operations and administration of Board by advising and informing Board members,
interfacing between Board and staff, and supporting Board's evaluation of chief executive.
 Oversaw design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services.
 Recommended yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manages organization's resources
within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations.
 Effectively managed the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel
policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations.
 Assured the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented
in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders.
 Oversaw fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements,
researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and
administrating fundraising records and documentation.
February 2009 – April 2011 (2 years & 2 months) DIRECTOR OF PLANING DEPARTMENT
Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning
 Participated with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the
organization.
 Identified, assessed, and informed the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect
the organization.
 Developed an operational plan which incorporated goals and objectives that worked towards the
strategic direction of the organization.
 Oversaw the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs and services.
 Determined staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery.
 Worked with staff and the Board (Finance Committee) to prepare a comprehensive budget.
 Communicated with stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the organization and to
identify changes in the community served by the organization.
 Identified and evaluated the risks to the organization's people (clients, staff, management, and
volunteers), property, finances, goodwill and image and implement measures to control risks.
April 2005 – March 2009 (4 years) HEAD OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT SECTION
Urban Planning & Development Authority
 Acted as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the organization's activities.
 Ensured that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of its clients, Board and
Funders.
 Ensured that the programs and services offered by the organization contribute to the organization's
mission and reflect the priorities of the Board.
 Oversaw the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices including the
development of job description for all staff.
 Worked with the Board to secure adequate funding for the operation of the organization.
 Established good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups,
funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization.
 Ensured that the Board of Directors and the organization carries appropriate and adequate insurance
coverage.
April 2002 – April 2005 (3 years) SENIOR URBAN DESIGNER

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Ministry of Municipality and Agriculture Affairs
 Fostered effective team work between the Board and the Executive Director and between the
Executive Director and staff in addition to the Chair of the Board, acted as a spokesperson for the
organization.
 Conducted official correspondence on behalf of the Board as appropriate and jointly with the Board
when appropriate.
 Ensured that personnel, client, donor and volunteer files are securely stored and
privacy/confidentiality is maintained.
 Monitored the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of the organization to maintain or
improve quality.
 Coached and mentored staff as appropriate to improve performance.
 Provided the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the
organization.
October 1996 – April 2002 (5 years & 7 Months) URBAN PLANNER
Ministry of Municipality and Agriculture Affairs
 Represented the organization at community activities to enhance the organization's community
profile.
 Provided support to the Board by preparing meeting agenda and supporting materials.
 Disciplined staff when necessary using appropriate techniques; released staff when necessary using
appropriate and legally defensible procedures.
 Ensured that the organization complies with all legislation covering taxation and withholding
payments.
 Established good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups,
funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization.
 Implemented a performance management process for all staff which includes monitoring the
performance of staff on an on-going basis and conducting an annual performance review.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Feb 1999 – July 2002 Master of Architecture in Suburb and Town Design
University of Miami
Town Design
Architecture in Suburb
Feb 1992 – Jan 1996 Bachelor in Urban Planning,
Qatar University,
ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS
 Member of "Beautification Enhancement Committee”.
 Member of "Total Quality Management" Work Team
 Member of "Land use Updating" Work Team.
 Member of "Tenders & Auctions Committee" for UPDA) now Urban Planning & Development
Sector (UPDS)
 Member of Bechtel’s Qatar National Master Plan Execution Project
 Team Leader of Greater Doha Master Development Plan (GDMDP) Competition Project.
LINGUISTIC PROFICIENCY
 English
 Arabic