OOREDOO TELECOM , KUWAIT
Ooredoo
Kuwait : Empowering women in tech in the Middle East
“ I have carved my career in the Telecommunications sector for more than 20 years . During that time , I have had a healthy progression through many positions
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THREE WAYS THE MIDDLE EAST CAN HELP WOMEN THRIVE IN TECHNOLOGY
We have to work on access to relevant knowledge and networks for women in technology because they gain strength in numbers . We should improve access to formal finance for women entrepreneurs . Stakeholders from the public sector , the private sector , and development agencies should collaborate in support of Women in technology . in different companies . I first joined Ooredoo in 2008 ( formerly known as Wataniya ) and progressed up the ladder from a Supervisor to Assistant Manager , and I ’ m currently Director of Capability Management ,” reflects Subuh .
Over the years , Subuh has faced many tough times managing large groups of engineers and technicians in a typically male-dominated field . “ However , this did not stop me from being successful in my roles . In fact , it helped shape my personality by boosting my selfconfidence and influencing people around me in everything I do ,” comments Subuh .
“ I particularly love my job in Ooredoo Kuwait . I feel extremely fulfilled by delivering value to our customers , paying attention to details and adopting agile and best practices in the IT domain . Ooredoo believed in my talent and gave me the opportunity to develop my leadership skills by joining Harvard Business School Executive Education – a one of a kind experience that exposed me to different cultures , perspectives , and global teams .”
142 August 2022