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Saud Al Zakwani

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Vice President Information Digital Solution & Continuous Improvement at OQ Exploration & Production
📍 Masqaţ, Oman

Saud Al Zakwani is a technology executive with over 15 years of experience in data science and artificial intelligence, currently serving as Vice President at OQ Exploration & Production. He leads the digital transformation strategy for Omans energy sector, building on his previous role as Head of Digital Transformation at Petroleum Development Oman and his education at Sultan Qaboos University.

Outside of his core professional duties, Saud is deeply engaged with the evolution of technology and leadership. He follows advancements in robotics and AI, explores modern leadership philosophies focused on curiosity and connection, and contemplates the societal impact and ethical guidelines needed for emerging technologies like AI chatbots.

He received a Gold Award for the Maktabi Project at PDO, which established an innovative, agile, and flexible working environment for employees.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Vice President Information Digital Solution & Continuous Improvement
Job Level
Senior
Location
Masqaţ, Oman
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Digital Transformation
He leads the digital and IT agenda for OQEP and previously drove the digital roadmap for Petroleum Development Oman, focusing on modernizing Oman's energy sector.
Artificial Intelligence
His career is rooted in AI and data science. He actively speaks on the topic, follows new models, and was recognized at the "AI for a Better Future" summit.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Vice President Information Digital Solution & Continuous Improvement
OQ Exploration & Production
Petroleum Development Oman
9 yrs 4 mos
11-2013 - 6-2016
Data Management Specialist
Oxy
3-2012 - 10-2013
Technical Assistant
Mitsui E&P Middle East
Sultan Qaboos University
3 yrs 8 mos
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Education
2010 - 2013
Master's degree
Sultan Qaboos University
2004 - 2009
Bsc
Sultan Qaboos University
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