AHMED MOHAMED OMAR
Governance+International Relations+Legal Affairs
Mogadishu,Mogadishu
Summary
International Relations and Governance Specialist with 5+ years of professional experience supporting administrative operations, project coordination, translation, reporting, export/import management, and stakeholder engagement. Strong background in governance, public administration, peacebuilding, and community outreach. Skilled in M&E, data collection, reporting, documentation, workshop facilitation, and cross-cultural communication. Proven ability to work with government institutions, hospitals, universities, and international partners (Turkey-Somalia cooperation). Seeking to contribute to humanitarian, development, and governance programs with the United Nations or international NGOs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Secretary & Translator (Medical)
Somali-Turkish Research & Training Hospital
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Supported communication between Turkish medical staff and Somali patients.
- Translated medical instructions, patient information, and administrative documents.
- Facilitated smooth coordination during training programs and delegations.
- Assisted in organizing patient records and maintained confidentiality standards.
- Managed appointment scheduling and ensured timely communication between departments.
Sales, Export & Import Specialist
Cakir Asit Chemicals Co. LTD.
Balikesir, Türkiye
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Coordinated international trade operations, documentation, and logistics with global clients.
- Prepared reports, shipment records, and compliance documentation.
- Maintained communication between Turkish suppliers and international partners.
- Conducted market assessments and managed customer relationships.
- Coordinated import documentation to ensure compliance with customs regulations.
- Assisted in managing logistics and transportation for inbound shipments.
Operations Coordinator
Rasmi Legal & Notary Co.
Mogadishu, Somalia
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline operational workflows and enhance project timelines.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely completion.
- Assisted in developing process documentation to improve team communication and project tracking.
- Supported resource allocation efforts to optimize staff efficiency and project outcomes.
Co-owner & Operations Coordinator
Hargal Health Tourism Agency
Istanbul
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed daily operations, client communication, logistics, and service coordination.
- Supported Somali patients in Turkey by providing translation, orientation, and follow-up care.
- Developed partnerships with hospitals and medical institutions.
- Oversaw administrative functions including finances, planning, and customer service.
- Istanbul
Secretary & Translator (Somali-Turkish-English)
University of Health Sciences - Mogadishu Vocational School
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted academic and administrative departments with coordination and documentation.
- Translated official materials, reports, and academic content.
- Provided communication support between Turkish and Somali staff.
- Organized meetings, student records, schedules, and office operations.
- Maintained accurate records and files using university's document management system.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of appointments for faculty and staff.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations & Diplomacy
02.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Law - Law
09.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Marine Maintenance & Ship Repair
01.2021
closed
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
09.2013 - 05.2016
Associate of Arts - Project Management
01.2015 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
08.2008 - 08.2012
Skills
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (M&E)
- Data Collection (Kobo, ODK, Excel, SPSS)
- Reporting (Weekly, Monthly, Donor Reports)
- Project Cycle Management (PCM)
- Governance & Public Administration
- Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution
- Data Cleaning & Analysis
- Proposal Writing & Documentation
- Logistical Coordination
- Translation & Interpretation (Somali-English-Turkish)
- M&E Tools: KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO
- Data & Statistical: SPSS, Excel (Advanced), Google Sheets
- UN & INGO Skills
- Reporting & Documentation
- Digital Tools: MS Word, PowerPoint, Google Drive, Zoom, Teams
- Admin & Coordination: Filing, scheduling, meeting minutes, stakeholder liaison
Languages
Somali
English
Turkish
Arabic
Personal Information
- Hobbies: Reading, African history, international affairs, traveling, sports, community engagement
- Title: International Relations & Governance Specialist
Seminars Trainings Qualifications
- Peace & Conflict Resolution
- Leadership & Good Governance
- Federalism
- Human Resource Management
- Project Management (Theory & Practice)
- SPSS Software
- Logistics Diploma - Ongoing
- 1-Year Turkish Language Course (Balikesir University, Türkiye)
- 1-year Arabic language course (al Azhar University, Egypt)
Publications
- Geopolitical & Instability Factors in Somali Politics, MA Thesis, 2024
- Women's Leadership & Good Governance in Mogadishu, Research, 2016
- Impact of Corruption on Public Revenue in Somalia, Research, 2015
- Somaliland's quest for recognition and geopolitical calculations, Published by USKAM(International Crisis Research Center) 2026
- Aid Diplomacy or Strategic Dependence? The Impact of International Aid on the Somali State, Published by USKAM(International Crisis Research Center) 2026
Timeline
Operations Coordinator - Rasmi Legal & Notary Co.
10.2025 - Current
Sales, Export & Import Specialist - Cakir Asit Chemicals Co. LTD.
07.2024 - 10.2025
Mogadishu University - Bachelor of Law, Law
09.2022 - Current
Bandirma Onyedi Eylul University - Master of Arts, International Relations & Diplomacy
02.2022 - 06.2024
Co-owner & Operations Coordinator - Hargal Health Tourism Agency
01.2020 - 01.2022
Secretary & Translator (Somali-Turkish-English) - University of Health Sciences - Mogadishu Vocational School
10.2016 - 11.2017
Secretary & Translator (Medical) - Somali-Turkish Research & Training Hospital
01.2016 - 10.2016
Himilo University - Associate of Arts, Project Management
01.2015 - 02.2016
JOBKEY University - Bachelor of Arts, Public Administration
09.2013 - 05.2016
Mohamud Ahmed Ali School - High School Diploma,
08.2008 - 08.2012
Bandirma Onyedi Eylul University - Associate of Applied Science, Marine Maintenance & Ship Repair