ABDALLA GHANEM
GIS MANAGER
C O N TACTS
abdallah.ibrahim.ghanem@gmail.c
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Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
A B O U T M E
With over 18 years of dedicated
expertise in the research field of
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
and Remote Sensing at the General
Organization for Physical Planning, I
have honed a robust skill set in
designing and implementing
comprehensive geographical databases
sourced from a multitude of data points.
My extensive experience encompasses
working on numerous national projects
across the Arab Republic of Egypt,
where I have played a pivotal role in the
development and approval of strategic
plans for hundreds of cities, villages, and
manors within various governorates. My
professional journey is marked by a
steadfast commitment to excellence and
a proven track record of delivering
results in the realm of physical planning
and geospatial analysis.
E D U C ATION
WORK E X P E R I E N C E
AUG 2019 GIS MANAGER
Zaid Alhussine & Brothers Group Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Directed GIS initiatives at King Abdullah International Gardens, contributing to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 objectives.
• Managed and developed a high-performing GIS team, fostering skill growth and ensuring project goals were met.
• Designed and oversaw a comprehensive geographic
database schema, merging contract plans, executive drawings, and survey insights.
• Improved project accountability by linking spatial data with financial records, streamlining cost management.
• Established a real-time project tracking system by integrating Primavera data, enhancing progress visualization through custom dashboards.
• Produced strategic visual layouts to effectively communicate project progress to stakeholders.
• Compiled and scrutinized extensive reports, facilitating strategic decisions and thorough project management. MAY 2017
AUG 2019
GIS RESEARCHER
IEREK (International Experts for Research Enrichment and Knowledge Exchange) Alexandria, Egypt
• Delivered engaging GIS lectures to enhance researchers' technical proficiency.
• Spearheaded the creation of comprehensive scientific theses databases and their corresponding cartographic
representations.
SEP 2014
APR 2017
GIS SUPERVISOR
ITAMSS Company (International transportation asset management specialists) Cairo, Egypt
• Spearheaded a dynamic GIS team, ensuring high-
performance standards and project alignment.
• Engineered a comprehensive project schema, optimizing the geographic database architecture and data integration. HIGHER NATIONAL
DIPLOMA
YAT Academy Cairo, Egypt
2012
• Earned a Higher National Diploma
specializing in Windows application
development with proficiency in C# and
SQL Server.
HIGHER NATIONAL
DIPLOMA
Arab Academy for Science and
Technology cooperating with
American University
Alexandria, Egypt
2006
• Earned a Higher National Diploma
specializing in Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing,
with proficiency in ESRI ArcView and
ArcGIS 8.X.
BACHELOR
Alexandria University
Alexandria, Egypt
2006
• Bachelor of Arts in Geographic
Information Systems (GIS)
S K I L L S
Geographic Information Systems
• Expert in researches field at geographic
information system-Computer science-
General Organization Physical Planning-
ministerial decree No 2014/24.
• Pioneered the synchronization of multifaceted survey data, including photographic, laser, and ultrasonic scans, with precise geospatial coordinates.
• Facilitated real-time data validation by connecting visual survey operations to an online server database, enhancing data accuracy and team efficiency.
• Crafted insightful project progress layouts, effectively communicating milestones and developments to stakeholders. FEB 2012
NOV 2016
GIS ASSISTANT EXPERT
General Organization Physical Planning Cairo, Egypt
• Expertly designed urban maps for Menoufia and Dakahlia governorates, showcasing proficiency in spatial analysis and cartography.
• Diligently reviewed and rectified drawing inaccuracies and relocation errors within the geographical databases for Menoufia and Dakahlia, enhancing data integrity on a part-time basis.
APR 2014
SEP 2014
GIS SUPERVISOR
Egyptian house for planning and architecture PHD Yousry Azzam Alexandria, Egypt
• Spearheaded GIS operations for high-resolution slum mapping in Alexandria, enhancing urban planning initiatives.
• Directed GIS strategic planning activities in Rashid-Behera, optimizing regional development projects.
• Contributed to GIS-based strategic planning for Abo Teg- Asuit, supporting sustainable infrastructure development. APR 2010
APR 2014
GIS SUPERVISOR
Salsabil integrated works (PHD Ahmed El Kady) Cairo, Egypt
• Spearheading GIS operations across an extensive portfolio of urban and rural domains, encompassing hundreds of cities, villages, and estates.
APR 2010
APR 2011
GIS SPECIALIST
Godran group for engineering consultation (PHD Mohamed El Iraqi) Cairo, Egypt
• Spearheaded GIS operations, delivering intricate mapping solutions for numerous urban and rural environments, including cities, villages, and estates.
JAN 2007
APR 2010
GIS SPECIALIST
Alex Serving Company (PHD Ali Zaki Soliman) Alexandria, Egypt
P E R S O N A L
D E TAILS
Date of birth
20 Jul 1983
Nationality
Egyptian
Visa status
Transferable Iqammah
Marital status
Married
• Spearheaded GIS projects for Alexandria Atlas, conducting precise surveyor measurements for prominent tourism resorts along the North Coast.
• Developed an intricate Alexandria tourism map, enhancing visitor navigation and experience.
• Executed comprehensive surveying initiatives in Damanhour and Rashid cities, contributing to urban planning and development.
MAY 2006
JAN 2007
GIS SURVEYOR
Mediterranean research Centre in Bibliotheca Alexandrina Alexandria, Egypt
• Expertly updated Alexandria's road map network atlas, enhancing navigational accuracy and utility.
L I N K S
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L A N G U A G E S
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