Ebad Iqbal

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About Ebad Iqbal

A versatile PMP-certified Program Manager with over 13 years of experience across multiple domains, including Healthcare, Digital Banking, and Financial Services. Highly skilled in Planning and Organising, Managing Timelines and Resources, Budgeting, and Cost Control. I have managed various enterprise cost effective solutions and business transformation initiatives to successful completion, process improvements and operational efficiency.My expertise encompasses Project Execution, Delivery, Quality & Governance. I have a proven track record of successfully completing projects that requires frequent international travel across diverse countries, spanning the Middle East, Far East, and African regions. These include Native/Hybrid Mobile Apps, Web Solutions, MS Dynamics CRM, Payment Gateways, Switches, and Card Pro Systems.As a performance-driven strategic leader skilled in aligning technology with business needs, I'm adept flexibly to constantly changing organisational demands leveraging a deep understanding of Waterfall Models, Agile Principles and Scrum Frameworks. I have built strong customer relationships and identified strategic opportunities to develop and drive business profitability. Thriving in dynamic, fast-paced environments, I am unwavering in my commitment for staying up-to-date with the latest industry developments while adhering to industry best practices.Competencies & Skills:Project Management: Expertise in scope finalisation, requirement analysis, efforts estimations, resource allocations, duration planning, cost and budget estimations.Resource Management: Experienced in leading and managing teams of varying sizes and skill levels, effective in forecasting, assignments, and monitoring of resources.Change Management: Proficient in managing change throughout the project life cycle. Identifying and managing stakeholder expectations.Risk Management: Proficient in identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies, contingency plans to minimise their impact on projects. Conflict Resolution: Skilled in identifying, addressing, and resolving conflicts between individuals or groups using negotiation, mediation, and arbitration techniques.Decision Making: Ability to evaluate options, weigh potential outcomes, and choosing the best course of action that align with organisational goals.Project Governance: Skilled in project governance, including communication plan, escalation paths, establishing performance metrics, and monitoring progress.