Sudanese ICT Professionals Association in Qatar

About SIPAQ

The Sudanese Information Technology and Telecommunications Professionals Association in the State of Qatar (SIPAQ) is a non-profit organization established in 2019 with the aim of supporting and developing the professional skills of experts and specialists in the field of information technology and telecommunications from the Sudanese community residing in Qatar. The association strives to provide an interactive platform for knowledge exchange and experiences, enhance professional relationships among its members, and encourage innovation and technological advancement.

Through organizing workshops, lectures, and seminars, the association aims to enrich the technical knowledge and stimulate creativity among community members, focusing on current issues and global technological challenges. It also plays a vital role in assisting members with professional growth, accessing better job opportunities, and offering advice and support for start-up projects.

Furthermore, the association is keen on strengthening the relationships between the Sudanese community and Qatari and international institutions, thereby enhancing cultural and knowledge exchange. It also works on encouraging cultural and social initiatives that align with its goals and contribute to community service.

At its core, the association represents the values of teamwork, creativity, and excellence, committed to actively contributing to the development of the future of information technology and telecommunications for Sudanese in Qatar and positively impacting both the Qatari and Sudanese societies.
The Association's Constitution


Vision & Mission

Vision:
The Sudanese Association of Information Technology and Telecommunications Professionals in Qatar aims to become the driving force for innovation and excellence in the technology field among the Sudanese community, strengthening cultural and knowledge bridges between Sudan and Qatar.

Mission:
The association is committed to developing and supporting the professional skills of its members in information technology and telecommunications through educational programs, supporting scientific research, and enhancing professional cooperation between Sudan and Qatar, believing in the power of solidarity in achieving progress and sustainable development.


Goals

  • Elevate the scientific and professional level of Sudanese ICT specialists residing in Qatar.
  • Encourage various scientific and technical activities, organize seminars, conferences, and forums, publish journals and newsletters, and enable members to benefit from available expertise.
  • Support distinguished research and projects, offering awards to outstanding members or students of IT, communications, or electronics in Qatar and Sudan.
  • Conduct specialized and professional courses for all technical specializations within the association and provide scientific references for these fields.
  • Strive to strengthen relationships with related institutions and bodies in Qatar and Sudan in a manner that serves the interests of both parties.
  • Participate in relevant events and forums in Qatar and Sudan.

  • Establish a database and information resource for members, related companies, consultancy offices, and projects.
  • Utilize the expertise of Sudanese professionals in Qatar to serve the association’s goals and its continuous development.
  • Contribute to planning and assessing Sudan’s future needs for developmental projects in related sectors.
  • Foster a spirit of brotherhood, cooperation, and solidarity among members and work on improving their conditions.
  • Encourage cultural and social initiatives in line with the association’s objectives.
  • Establish partnerships and agreements with various sectors, offering preferential benefits to members in Sudan, Qatar, or elsewhere in alignment with the association’s goals.
  • Promote sports and cultural activities.

Services

The association offers a range of services for IT and communications professionals in the Sudanese community in Qatar.

Professional and Managerial Development

  • Workshops
  • Lectures

    • Professional Training and Qualification

  • Training courses
  • Practical training

    • Regular activities and events

  • Activities
  • Community Engagement

    • Consultation and technical support

  • Technical Consultations
  • Technical Support

    • The Advisory Council

    It consists of seven members plus a secretary, who should be highly competent, with their experience in their field of work not less than fifteen years, except for the council secretary whose experience should not be less than two years.

    Advisory Council Tasks:

    1. Provide advice and guidance to the members of the executive office in line with the general objectives of the association.
    2. Approve and ratify agreements made by the association.
    3. The council approves the general programs of the annual work plan.
    4. The advisory council monitors the implementation of the annual plans.
    5. Tasks within the council are distributed among members in agreement according to the nature of the stage and the capabilities of the members to ensure the smooth running of the council's work and the achievement of goals.
    6. A meeting is held with the executive office every three months.
    7. Resolving disputes in case the executive office disagrees on any changes that occur in the formation of any of the offices within the executive office.

    Eng. Mohamed El Khatim Abdelqader Gili (Council President)
    Eng. Haytham Ali (Former Council President)
    Eng. Ashraf Mohammed Farah Saeed (Former Executive Office Member)
    Eng. Mohamed Fagier (Former Executive Office Member)
    Eng. Ahmed Sabouni
    Eng. Hatem Balla
    Eng. Tarek Eldirdiri
    Eng. Yasir Aloob
    Eng. Hafeez El Haj

    The Executive Office

    1. Preparing the general framework for the association’s policy and regulatory regulations.
    2. Developing plans and programs that achieve the association’s goals.
    3. Reviewing reports from committees formed within the association and suggestions from members, and making appropriate decisions regarding them.
    4. Preparing the annual budget draft of the association and its final account.
    5. Preparing the annual report on the association’s activities.
    6. Deciding on the acceptance or rejection of membership applications or making any appropriate decision regarding them.
    7. Forming necessary committees to achieve the association’s objectives and encouraging members to join.
    8. Preparing and distributing bulletins, brochures, and studies necessary to achieve the association’s goals.
    9. Considering complaints related to members’ actions and addressing them according to professional conduct rules and professional protection rules.
    10. Working to secure the necessary resources for managing the association’s affairs.

    Executive Office President

    Dr. Anwar Dafa-Alla

    He is the legal representative of the association to third parties, chairs the executive office sessions, represents the association with official entities, signs session minutes along with the General Secretary, signs checks and all disbursement authorizations and financial documents with the Financial Secretary, and supervises all the association’s operations. He also decides on urgent matters that cannot be delayed, to be presented to the executive office at its next meeting.

    Vice President of the Executive Office

    Eng. Bassam Fadl

    He is responsible for chairing the executive office sessions, representing the association with official entities, signing session minutes along with the General Secretary, signing checks and all disbursement authorizations and financial documents with the Financial Secretary, and supervising all the association’s operations. He also decides on urgent matters that cannot be delayed, to be presented to the executive office at its next meeting.

    General Secretary

    Eng. Ammar Siddiq

    He is the executive officer responsible for following up on the implementation of plans for all offices to serve the association’s goals. The executive committee has the right to delegate him some financial and administrative authorities in the president’s absence. He coordinates between different offices, follows up on their work, implements programs, reviews office reports, and work plans before presenting them to the president.

    Secretary of Training and Development Office

    Eng. Abdulrahman Babiker

    He is responsible for identifying training needs, developing the implementation plan for training and qualification programs, and enhancing relations with relevant entities. He follows up on various specialties, monitors their needs, and coordinates with other offices to implement their programs.

    Secretary of Media and Public Relations Office

    Eng. Moddathir Abuzaid

    He is responsible for promoting the association’s various activities, managing the association’s website through media channels, documenting, and strengthening relationships with different entities and other professional associations.

    Secretary of Membership and Social Activities Office

    Eng. Zaher Al-Helo

    He is responsible for member registration, fulfilling their needs and rights from the association, ensuring they perform their duties towards it, and verifying membership conditions are met.

    Financial Secretary

    Eng. Qusay Abdel Moneim

    He manages the association’s funds, accounts, revenues, and expenditures, deposits the association’s money in an accredited bank, and approves disbursements with authorizations signed by him and the president. He also oversees the collection and recording of subscriptions in books and records, maintains financial documents resulting in financial obligations for the association or its rights, ensuring revenues and expenses comply with financial regulations, and provides a monthly financial report to the executive committee. He keeps a specific amount for necessary petty cash as determined by the association’s financial regulations.

    Executive Office Secretary

    Eng. Salih Elgaily Saeed

    He is responsible for announcing executive office meetings, coordinating their schedules and venues, writing letters, preparing reports on the office’s activities, documenting meeting minutes, and keeping all data, documents, and various records of the association.

    F.A.Q

    If you cannot find the answer, you can contact the association by filling out the form in the last section and clicking the send button.

    • How can I join the association?

      by submitting a membership request application.

      1. 1. The applicant must be of Sudanese origin or nationality.
      2. 2. The applicant must be legally residing in the State of Qatar.
      3. 3. The applicant must have obtained a bachelor’s degree, diploma, or professional certificate in any field of information technology, communications, or electronics, or have worked in a job related to information technology, communications, or electronics for at least two years.
      4. 4. The applicant must pay the prescribed membership fees to the association’s account.

    • The annual fee is 200 Qatari riyals

    • By contacting the financial secretary of the association.

      1. Professional Growth: SIPAQ membership provides extensive opportunities for professional networking, access to career recommendations, and mentorship programs, enabling members to accelerate their professional development in the IT field.
      2. Educational Opportunities: Members benefit from specialized training courses, workshops, and seminars designed to enhance their technical and professional skills, keeping them up to date on the latest trends in the industry.
      3. Access to Knowledge Resources: Membership provides access to a wealth of resources, including scientific publications, industry research, and technical support from experienced professionals.
      4. Participation and involvement in the community: Joining SIPAQ allows members to contribute to important initiatives in the IT sector in Qatar and Sudan, fostering a strong sense of community and collective progress.
      5. Exclusive benefits for members: Members enjoy privileges such as discounts offered by partnerships with the Association, participation in exclusive events, and eligibility for awards for outstanding contributions in the field of information technology.