Inside our People Networks – Jamaal

What is your role at Vodafone?

My current role is a Delivery Manager for the Strategic Delivery team. This entails deploying in building radio coverage solutions in high profile locations across the UK such as Stadiums, Airports, Railway Stations and much more!

How long have you been at Vodafone?

It has been 3 and half years so far

What's been your career story so far?

Immediately after graduating University I joined Vodafone as a Graduate spending a year in the Planning and Optimisation team and a year in my current role, which I ended up off boarding into, the rest is history as they say!

What network are you part of?

I am a member of the Multicultural Inclusion Network and the Parents & Carers Network

What made you want to join the network?

Coming from a minority ethnic background, I am deeply committed to championing diversity and supporting others. Having first-hand experience of the challenges individuals in similar situations face, I understand the importance of raising awareness to increase people's understanding of these hurdles and the support they need. The Parents & Carers Network I joined as I am a parent!

Tell us an interesting fact about you!

I have taken part in 9 charity bike challenges throughout Europe to destinations such as Geneva, Berlin, Copenhagen, Luxembourg, Paris, Brussels, and Edinburgh from Leicester.

How many languages do you speak?

3 but not fluently maybe enough to get by!

How many countries have you visited?

I've had the privilege of exploring 30 countries, with Palestine standing out as my favourite destination. In 2019, I had the profound experience of visiting refugee camps and providing aid. The land is steeped in rich history making you feel as though you've travelled back in time, and its incredibly hospitable people are always so pleased to see you. Palestine offers an abundance of culture waiting to be explored and immersed in!

How do you switch off after work? Or how do you manage your wellbeing?

After work I typically unwind spending time with my daughter, going for walks or running around after her. I regularly go for runs, cycle rides and play football. The positive impact which these activities have on my well-being, and I recommend incorporating some activity into anyone's routine.

Do you have any book/film/TV recommendations?

The Autobiography of Malcolm X is one of my favourite reads and one of the most impactful book I have ever read! 

What are you most looking forward to over the next year?

Spending time with my daughter as she grows older and all the news things we can do together as she starts walking and talking!

Why do you feel that Vodafone is a Great Place to Work?

At Vodafone, fostering an inclusive workplace environment is a top priority, and I've experienced the warmth and inclusivity from the moment I joined the company. I couldn't recommend it anymore to people inquiring and have always felt valued as an employee working here.