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Work Background
Brain Pots ConsultingManaging Director
Jan. 2022Kenya, Nairobi Developed and executed a 5-year strategic growth plan that resulted in a 50% increase in annual revenue and a 35%
expansion in the client base across East Africa.
Directed day-to-day business operations including finance, legal, HR, and client delivery, ensuring seamless
alignment with Board-approved goals and delivering project success rates above 90%.
Introduced operational efficiency initiatives that cut project turnaround time by 25% and improved cross-
departmental coordination.
Led budgeting and financial planning processes, managing a consulting portfolio exceeding KES 60 million, while
maintaining profitability and strong cost controls.
Established and maintained robust risk management and internal control systems, enabling the firm to pass two
external audits with zero non-conformities.
Built and mentored a high-performing senior leadership team; implemented talent development and succession
planning that covered 100% of critical leadership roles.
Maintained full regulatory compliance by overseeing timely submission and certification of all statutory filings and
financial reports, in collaboration with the CFO.
Fostered strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies and multinational partners,
enhancing corporate reputation and market access.
Institutionalized ESG principles and a culture of integrity, safety, and sustainability, integrating ethical standards
and social impact metrics into business practices.
International Republican InstituteProgram specialist
Jan. 2019 - Dec. 2021Somalia, Mogadishu Provided political briefings, situation reports, and risk analysis to management, contributing to the development of
contingency plans and early warning systems that improved program responsiveness and staff safety.
Played a central liaison role between IRI, political parties (including the ruling party), and stakeholders to
successfully roll out over 20 capacity-building initiatives nationwide.
Supported the Country Director in strategic planning, including annual and long-term program design, training
frameworks, and resource allocation, contributing to a 30% increase in program coverage over two years.
Assisted in developing and delivering training content; conducted capacity-building workshops for political actors,
women leaders, and youth representatives, enhancing their engagement in democratic processes.
Oversaw the timely preparation of donor reports, training summaries, and weekly activity updates, ensuring
compliance with institutional and donor reporting standards.
Maintained updated program resource files, contact databases, and participant tracking systems, supporting M&E
and enabling more targeted stakeholder communication.
Conducted political risk assessments and contextual analysis across regions, shaping programmatic shifts and
guiding IRI’s positioning in volatile environments.
Supervised junior staff, delegated responsibilities effectively, and contributed to team development through
coaching and on-the-job training.
Built and maintained strategic relationships with Members of Parliament, key ministries, donor agencies, diplomatic
corps, and local partners, enhancing program influence and collaboration.
Represented IRI in meetings, high-level forums, and national events, promoting program visibility and contributing
to thought leadership on political inclusion.
Supported translation and cultural review of training materials to ensure relevance and sensitivity in multi-ethnic
and multi-party settings.
Action Africa Help InternationalField coordinator
Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2018Somalia, Mogadishu Planned and delivered field programs in coordination with cross-functional teams and partners, reaching over 5,000
beneficiaries in remote and underserved communities.
Led the design and rollout of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) systems across all projects, enhancing data credibility
and timeliness for strategic planning and donor reporting.
Coordinated M&E training and capacity building for over 30 staff and implementing partners, resulting in improved
project tracking and adaptive management.
Developed and managed monthly, quarterly, and annual program plans and progress reports aligned with donor
requirements and organizational goals.
Monitored program budgets in collaboration with the Finance team, ensuring efficient resource allocation and
adherence to financial controls.
Supported procurement processes in compliance with MDF, Palladium, and DFAT guidelines, sourcing IT, telecom,
and accommodation services in line with project needs.
Managed office administration including inventory, asset tracking, utility payments, and IT support to ensure
operational continuity.
Oversaw travel logistics and field deployments, coordinating vehicle scheduling, driver allocation, and
accommodation for mobile teams supporting over 50 field missions.
Maintained and reviewed vehicle logbooks, trackers, and service records to ensure the safety and efficiency of
operations.
Assisted the Country Accountant in managing field vouchers, petty cash, and SharePoint documentation, ensuring
audit readiness and timely reconciliation.
Represented the organization in external meetings and stakeh
EucapSecurity Associate
Apr. 2017 - Dec. 2017Somalia, Mogadishu Led the development and continuous improvement of emergency preparedness protocols, crisis response scenarios,
and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), enhancing the mission’s response readiness.
Conducted comprehensive office and personnel risk assessments, resulting in the implementation of mitigation
strategies that reduced exposure to safety threats by 40%.
Advised the Operations Director, Country Director, and senior leadership on critical safety matters and security
trends, directly influencing decision-making and operational planning.
Trained over 60 country staff in personal safety, risk awareness, and organizational security responsibilities,
instilling a shared culture of security accountability.
Coordinated with multiple departments to align security operations with broader organizational duty-of-care
obligations, ensuring holistic safety coverage.
Played a central role in crisis management coordination, including convening the Crisis Management Team (CMT),
facilitating interdepartmental decisions, and guiding execution of action plans during high-alert periods.
Ensured alignment of all security initiatives with EU-CAP Somalia’s mission, values, and ethical standards,
reinforcing staff welfare and organizational integrity.
Adam Smith InternationalProcurement and Logisticd
Jul. 2015 - Apr. 2017Somalia, MogadishuDesigned and executed procurement strategies for long-lead items (LLIs) and critical services, reducing
procurement turnaround time by 20% across multiple projects.
Drafted and managed scopes of work (SOWs) for contractor procurements in line with company standards and
project specifications; coordinated tendering, bidding, and vendor evaluation processes.
Monitored engineering requisitions and procurement schedules, proactively addressing delays or variations to
ensure seamless project execution.
Supported contract negotiations for infrastructure services, achieving cost savings of up to 15% through strategic
sourcing and vendor management.
Managed daily procurement administration: sourced quotations, processed orders, tracked deliveries, and ensured
full contract compliance for goods and services.
Built and maintained strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, increasing client
satisfaction and operational responsiveness.
Ensured accurate, real-time updates on procurement and logistics activities via ERP systems and trackers,
supporting Min-Max planning and KPI-based logistics reporting.
Coordinated all logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, including customs documentation, shipment tracking,
and resolving billing and delivery discrepancies.
Led PPE inventory and distribution for newly onboarded personnel, ensuring readiness for project mobilization.
Provided frontline support in logistics administration, ensuring efficient functioning of warehouse systems and
accurate inventory reporting for internal audits and compliance reviews.
Acted as the central liaison for all project mobilization queries, supporting staff deployment and logistics across
multiple project sites.
International Organization for Migration (IOM)Program and Logistics Coordinator
Jan. 2014 - Jun. 2015Somalia, Mogadishu Coordinated multi-district humanitarian and development programs funded by USAID, overseeing full-cycle
implementation, compliance, partner engagement, and field operations.
Managed planning, execution, and reporting of program activities including community workshops, assessments,
and capacity-building sessions, benefiting over 5,000 community members.
Developed and monitored performance metrics, producing data-driven program reports to inform adaptive decision-
making and ensure alignment with donor requirements.
Maintained and reviewed partnership agreements, ensuring timely approvals, compliance with IOM standards, and
effective delivery by implementing partners.
Organized and executed program events, including communications, logistics, travel, venue setup, presenter
coordination, and equipment readiness across multiple regions.
Supervised field finance staff in Mogadishu and Kismayo, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of
payments and procurement transactions.
Acted as the focal point for IOM finance issues in the field; liaised with Nairobi Finance and USAID representatives
on budget tracking, reporting, and compliance.
Reviewed and approved payments, payrolls, and procurement in PRISM (SAP), ensuring proper documentation,
correct coding, and alignment with project budgets.
Prepared and submitted monthly cash projections, donor financial reports, and reconciliations; supported annual
audits and ensured timely grant closeouts.
Trained new admin and finance staff on donor rules and internal guidelines, and implemented improvements to
strengthen internal controls and reduce financial risks.
Built and maintained strong working relationships with government partners, NGOs, and local authorities to support
project adaptation and effective service delivery.
Traveled to field offices for operations support, staff training, and program oversight to ensure consistency, quality,
and accountability across sites.
Danish Refugee Council / Dansk FlygtningehjælpProgram associate
Jan. 2012 - Dec. 2013Somalia, Mogadishu Supported program start-up under Emergency Manager and Cash Transfer Officer, contributing to design, planning,
and field roll-out of cash transfer activities across targeted communities.
Facilitated the implementation of electronic voucher (e-voucher) systems, including onboarding vendors, training
20+ vendor staff on device usage and transaction management, and ensuring device security and handover.
Assisted in community targeting and beneficiary registration, using participatory methods to identify over 2,000
households for emergency cash assistance.
Coordinated cash distribution processes in collaboration with financial service providers (FSPs), ensuring timely
and compliant disbursements while safeguarding humanitarian principles.
Supported the development and dissemination of community communication materials to promote awareness of
cash processes, grievance channels, and project timelines.
Provided ongoing field-level support to partner staff, vendors, and community facilitators, improving compliance
and understanding of digital payment systems.
Monitored program implementation against grant work plans and performance indicators, helping reduce delays
and improve CTP delivery by 30% during active grant cycles.
Conducted market assessments, post-distribution monitoring, and beneficiary feedback sessions to inform program
quality and reporting to donors.
Assisted in preparation of donor and internal reports (monthly, quarterly, annual), ensuring timely submission and
accuracy of grant performance data.
Participated in cross-sectoral integration with the Emergency, Shelter, and WASH teams to align cash assistance
with broader recovery efforts.
Represented DRC in MPCT coordination forums at regional and district levels, facilitating collaboration and sharing
lessons learned.
Trained and mentored junior staff and field facilitators on Cash Transfer Programming (CTP) standards and delivery
models.
Ensured compliance with DRC safety and security protocols, supporting assessments and contributing to a safe
environment for implementation.
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