ABSHIR ABDULKADIR AHMED
Garowe
Summary
A dedicated and results-driven professional seeking a challenging career in financial management and public procurement. Committed to continuous growth in job performance and personal skill development, with a strong focus on excellence in public relations. Passionate about contributing to organizational success through discipline, a positive attitude, professionalism, and relentless effort. Additionally, deeply interested in security and peace initiatives, aiming to integrate financial and procurement expertise to support sustainable and stable environments. Seeking a role with opportunities for professional advancement and impactful contributions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
procurement specialist
Ministry of finance
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Develop and implement purchasing policy and strategy, coordinate purchasing practices and maximize savings and ensure they are communicated
- Lead the procurement planning process for EAFS, develop and implement procurement standards relating to quality, turnaround time and price set in consultation with the EAFS Director
- In liaison with the Director EAFS and procurement team implement a procurement plan, and manage and control the procurement budget
- Oversee the overall management of procurement and supplies including the preparation of bid documents, instructions to bidders on submission of bids, and technical specification for materials to be procured
- Develop and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
- Enhanced the accuracy of demand forecasting through data analysis, enabling better decision-making in the purchasing process.
M&E Officer
Save the Children
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Monitored progress towards key objectives, enabling real-time adjustments and proactive problem-solving strategies.
- Streamlined project management processes for improved resource allocation and timely completion.
- Responsible to develop a performance monitoring frame work to measure project effectiveness and achieve expected results
- Ensured compliance with donor requirements by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on relevant guidelines and standards related to M&E reporting expectations.
- Ensued regular follow up and provide reporting on project indicator trucking
- Ensured proper data collection, entry and analyst project survey
- Monitored date quality and provide feedback when required
- Collaborated with project teams to integrate best practices in M&E throughout all stages of project planning and implementation.
- Fostered strong relationships with implementing partners, facilitating collaboration and data sharing for enhanced M&E activities.
- Performed regular field visit to ensure the quality of activities implemented and data collected and suggest way forward
Adminstrative securiy officer
Puntland state police force
01.2010 - 02.2017
- Organize and maintain files and database in confidential manner
- Manage communication including emails and phone calls
- Keeping up to date with latest security trends, threats and control measures
- Analyzed operational processes to identify areas for improvement and growth.
- Improved team collaboration by facilitating regular meetings and open communication channels.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Increased awareness and preparedness for potential threats by developing comprehensive training materials for new recruits.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Enhanced public trust through community policing efforts, organizing and participating in public safety workshops.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Business and Administration
University of Science And Technology
01.2007
CIPS level 4 -
05.2018
Certificate Program - Public procurement
World Bank
09.2016
Certificate - Public Procurement
ITC-ILO
07.2016
Certificate - International Public Financial Management
Charted Institute of Public Finance and Account (CIPFA)
12.2015
Foundation Certificate - Taxation
ACCA
08.2013
Skills
- Project management
- Great relationship management
- Ability to adopt to change
- Understanding global market
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Somali
Beginner
A1
Reference Persons
- Charted Institute of procurement and supply (CIPS)
- Charted Institute of public finance and Accountant (CIPFA)
Timeline
procurement specialist
Ministry of finance
09.2019 - 06.2023
M&E Officer
Save the Children
01.2018 - 12.2019
Adminstrative securiy officer
Puntland state police force
01.2010 - 02.2017
Certificate Program - Public procurement
World Bank
Certificate - Public Procurement
ITC-ILO
Certificate - International Public Financial Management
Charted Institute of Public Finance and Account (CIPFA)
Foundation Certificate - Taxation
ACCA
Bachelor Degree - Business and Administration
University of Science And Technology
CIPS level 4 -
Similar Profiles
Paulos Ng'ambiPaulos Ng'ambi
Economist Intern at Ministry of FinanceEconomist Intern at Ministry of Finance
Aminath Shazra MoosaAminath Shazra Moosa
Director at Ministry of FinanceDirector at Ministry of Finance
Dina Valdez Camille ChazeaudDina Valdez Camille Chazeaud
IT Analyst at Ministry of FinanceIT Analyst at Ministry of Finance