ABDULLAHI AHMAD

Senior Information Management and AME Specialist
Mogadishu, SO.

About

Highly experienced Information Management and AME professional with a proven track record in humanitarian contexts, specializing in leveraging data-driven insights to optimize program impact. Adept at designing robust IM tools, conducting comprehensive data analysis, and leading capacity-building initiatives to enhance data literacy and decision-making across diverse stakeholders. Committed to delivering actionable intelligence that drives strategic planning and ensures impactful outcomes aligned with humanitarian response frameworks.

Work

IOM
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Sr CCCM Cluster Information Management Associate

Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia

Summary

Led comprehensive data management, analysis, and visualization initiatives for the CCCM Cluster, enhancing strategic decision-making and program effectiveness.

Highlights

Managed and updated complex data systems, conducting in-depth analyses to uncover critical insights, directly supporting strategic decision-making and program objectives.

Designed and distributed timely, accurate reports and factsheets, leveraging dashboards and briefings to effectively communicate program progress to diverse stakeholders.

Utilized advanced GIS tools to produce high-quality spatial maps, optimizing program planning and resource allocation by ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.

Developed impactful charts, infographics, and interactive dashboards to enhance data communication and facilitate data-driven decision-making across teams.

Coordinated field data collection and provided technical support, ensuring high data quality through rigorous validation and cleaning processes for improved program outcomes.

ACTED
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Senior AME (Accountability, Monitoring, and Evaluation) / Information Management Officer

Mogadisho, Banaadir, Somalia

Summary

Led AME and IM functions, designing robust data systems, conducting complex analysis, and building capacity to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous program improvement.

Highlights

Enhanced data accuracy by 40% and achieved 98% overall accuracy through automated validation and mobile data collection, streamlining report production and reducing turnaround time by 40%.

Boosted data-driven decision-making by 25% via interactive dashboards and increased program outreach by 30% through efficient GIS mapping solutions.

Improved stakeholder engagement and satisfaction by delivering timely, customized reports and data visualizations tailored to specific needs.

Reduced data entry errors by 35% and increased data reliability by introducing standardized data collection protocols and technical support for field operations.

Trained over 100 field and AME staff, increasing data literacy by 30% and significantly improving data reporting quality.

Improved geographic targeting accuracy by 25% and enhanced program impact by implementing advanced GIS analysis for optimized resource deployment.

Significantly reduced data breach risks and ensured compliance with organizational data protection standards by establishing rigorous security protocols.

ACTED
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AME (Accountability, Monitoring, and Evaluation) / Information Management Officer

Hargeisa, Somaliland/Puntland, Somalia

Summary

Managed AME and IM activities, ensuring data quality and accuracy, conducting analysis, reporting, and building capacity for data-driven approaches.

Highlights

Established robust AME data systems and standardized data collection protocols, significantly improving data accuracy, confidentiality, and report production efficiency for donor reporting and impactful decision-making.

Developed feedback mechanisms and trained field teams in data-driven practices, resulting in consistent, high-quality data collection, streamlined troubleshooting, and continuous program improvements informed by outcome analysis and stakeholder insight.

ACTED
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AME Information Management Assistant

Garowe, Nugaal, Somalia

Summary

Supported program monitoring through data collection, database management, visualization, and field support, ensuring data quality and confidentiality.

Highlights

Improved data accuracy by 30% across program monitoring activities through the implementation of rigorous quality control measures.

Reduced report turnaround time by 35% and maintained high accuracy in AME summaries by streamlining database management and reporting processes.

Improved stakeholder engagement by 25% by developing user-friendly dashboards and visual presentations for accessible data insights.

Increased data collection efficiency and consistency by 40% through comprehensive training and technical support to field teams.

Boosted field teams' proficiency in M&E practices by training over 100 staff on essential data tools.

Ensured data confidentiality and prevented unauthorized access by establishing robust data protection protocols aligned with organizational standards.

REACH
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DATA COLLECTOR ENUMERATOR

Bosaso, Bari, Somalia

Summary

Conducted efficient data collection, documentation, and survey input, actively contributing to the development and optimization of new surveys and questionnaires.

Highlights

Maintained high productivity, efficiently managing daily data collection workload to meet project deadlines.

Accurately documented observations and critical data points, ensuring comprehensive record-keeping for analysis.

Processed and input survey data from participants into Odk/Kobo systems, ensuring accurate record-keeping and facilitating subsequent data review.

Contributed to project optimization by actively participating in the development and testing of new surveys and questionnaires.

Education

Accord University
Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia

Master of Computer Science

Information Management/Technology

Puntland State of University
Garowe, Nugaal, Somalia

Bachelor of Computer Science

Information Management/Technology

Imam Shaafici Secondary School
Bosaso, Bari, Somalia

High School Diploma

Languages

Somali
English
Arabic
German

Certificates

Implementation of Crisis Modifier Support

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

AME Implementation in FSL

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

HRP Development

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

AME Diploma

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

PSEA Training

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

BESAFE Training

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

Children Safeguarding

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

Field Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

Lifeblood Crisis Modifier

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

FSL Crisis Management Context

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

AME-XLSFORMS Development

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

Data Collection Training

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

Data Management Training

Issued By

UNHCR/ACTED/CWW

Skills

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Map Creation, Geographic Targeting.

Data Management & Analysis

Quantitative Data Collection, Qualitative Data Collection, Sampling Methodologies, Data Analysis, Digital Data Gathering (ONA, ODK), Data Validation, Data Cleaning, Data Quality Assurance, Database Management, Conflict Analysis, Social Studies, Human Rights.

Data Visualization & Reporting

Power BI, Carto, Google Studio, R Shiny App, R Data Management, R Data Visualization, Microsoft Fabric, Dashboard Development, Factsheet Development, Infographics, Report Writing, Data Storytelling.

Information Management (IM)

IM Tools Development, 5W Matrices, Gap Analysis, Cluster Coordination, ZITE Manager CFM Tool, Humanitarian Information Management.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

AME Frameworks, Program Monitoring, Outcome Analysis, Program Effectiveness, Accountability Frameworks, Decision Making.

Software & Development

Web Design, Graphic Design, Software Development.

Project & Program Management

Capacity Building, Cross-sectoral Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Field Support, Program Planning, Resource Allocation, Team Coordination.

Security & Compliance

Data Security, Data Confidentiality, Data Protection Protocols, Security Strategies, Organizational Standards.

References

Said Nur Ahmad

UNHCR Protection Associate, ahmads@unhcr.org

Abdirhaman Mohamed Farah

Snr Livelihood Advisor, Abdurrahman.farah@giz.de

Nasr Jama

Database Manager, nasra.jama@acted.org