Bakhit Al Jaren

Bakhit Al Jaren

With over two decades of transformative leadership, Mr. Al Jaren is a seasoned technology professional with an extensive background in spearheading digital transformation and shaping comprehensive IT strategies. His academic foundation includes a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a diploma in Artificial Intelligence from the esteemed Mohammed bin Zayed University for Artificial Intelligence.

Throughout his career, he has held executive roles within renowned government institutions, encompassing the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dubai Protocol Department, smart learning, HADAYA, the Ministry of Economy, and he is one of the founders of the Emirates Drug Establishment. His expertise spans strategic technology management, government initiatives, and driving the digital transformation agenda for the United Arab Emirates.

His contributions extend beyond the public sector, with successful leadership roles in the telecommunications and banking sectors, marked by the successful launch of critical technologies. He played a pivotal role in the establishment and administration of the Federal Network initiative, Marsad, working in UAE, Non-Profit Organization Platform and Register, National Social Welfare Register Platform, and National Economic Register System as well as the formulation of the information security policy for the federal government.

Mr. Al Jaren also represents the UAE in the Arab League’s Committee for Standardization of Armament and Software and serves as a distinguished member of the Economic Legislation Committee. Furthermore, his engagement includes a role on the Federal Joint Services Committees, overseeing critical initiatives such as the National Economic Register, Unified Anti-Money Laundering System, and BASHR.

His dedication for the convergence of technology and strategic leadership drives him to contribute to the team spearheading the digital transformation system for the Ministry of Community Empowerment.

 

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  • Organization
    Ministry of Community Empowerment, United Arab Emirates
  • Profession
    Senior Technology Executive and Digital Transformation Leader
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