Ahmed El Masry
About Ahmed El Masry
Ahmed El Masry serves as the Deputy General Manager of PMO at the National Bank of Egypt, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Computer Science from Ain Shams University and an MBA from Edinburgh Business School.
Work at National Bank of Egypt (NBE)
Ahmed El Masry has held the position of Deputy General Manager of the Project Management Office (PMO) at the National Bank of Egypt since 2017. In this role, he oversees various compliance and audit projects, including the implementation of the Common Reporting Standard (CRS). He is responsible for managing projects across multiple business units, including Retail, SME, and Corporate sectors. Additionally, he manages the Enterprise Risk Program, which encompasses Operational Risk Management, Business Continuity Management, and the Credit Risk Rating System. El Masry has also established the Project Management Office by developing project management standards, methodologies, policies, procedures, and templates.
Education and Expertise
Ahmed El Masry completed his Bachelor's degree in Physics and Computer Science at Ain Shams University from 1990 to 1994. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from Edinburgh Business School, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of project management. He applies standard methodologies and lifecycle processes as part of the CMMi level 2 certification in project management, enhancing his expertise in the field.
Background
Ahmed El Masry attended Military Secondary School from 1987 to 1990, which laid the groundwork for his disciplined approach to his career. He began his professional journey at Riyad Bank, where he worked as a Developer from 1998 to 2001. During this time, he contributed to the development of SBM/OMS in Egypt, gaining valuable experience that would inform his later roles in project management and compliance.
Achievements
During his tenure at the National Bank of Egypt, Ahmed El Masry has led the deployment of new management tools such as MS Project Schedule Server and Project Portfolio Management. He has played a significant role in the establishment of the Project Management Office, focusing on the development of project management standards and methodologies. His work in overseeing compliance and audit projects, particularly the implementation of the Common Reporting Standard (CRS), highlights his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and regulatory adherence within the bank.