Hamse Khaire
Hargeisa,WO
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven leader with over15 years of experience in governance, policy development, campaign strategy, and financial management. Renowned for implementing innovative strategies, fostering institutional efficiency, and delivering electoral and policy successes. A visionary committed to enhancing Somaliland’s prosperity through sustainable development and transformative leadership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Policy Advisor
Waddani Party
01.2023 - Current
- - Spearheading the implementation of key governance reforms following the2024 presidential victory
- - Advising senior leadership on strategic initiatives across education, healthcare, and economic development
- - Overseeing inter-agency coordination to ensure alignment with the party’s manifesto
Secretary of Policy and Planning
Waddani Party
01.2022 - 01.2023
- - Led the2024 Manifesto Taskforce, producing a visionary manifesto central to the party’s electoral success
- - Conducted in-depth pre-election surveys, optimizing data-driven voter engagement strategies
- - Drafted key policy frameworks promoting national unity and inclusive economic growth
Secretary of Trade, Industry, and Tourism
Waddani Party
01.2021 - 01.2022
- - Directed initiatives to transform Somaliland into a regional trade and tourism hub
- - Partnered with international organizations to launch SME development and export promotion programs
- - Designed and executed a tourism growth strategy, increasing international arrivals by25%
National Governance Consultant
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
01.2018 - 01.2021
- - Designed governance frameworks to enhance institutional accountability and public sector efficiency
- - Organized multi-stakeholder dialogues to foster alignment with national development goals
- - Published policy recommendations on electoral reforms adopted by the Somaliland Election Commission
National Campaign Manager
Waddani Party
01.2016 - 01.2017
- - Engineered a groundbreaking election campaign, elevating Waddani to become Somaliland’s second-largest party
- - Introduced Somaliland’s first political call center and Parallel Voting Tabulation (PVT) system
- - Mobilized grassroots networks, boosting voter turnout in key constituencies by40%
Trainer, Somali Youth Leadership Initiative
Mercy Corps
01.2012 - 01.2013
- - Delivered advocacy and policy analysis training to youth leaders and government representatives
- - Created comprehensive training manuals on leadership, policymaking, and strategic advocacy
Program Coordinator, Non-State Actors Project
Terre Solidali (Italian INGO)
01.2009 - 01.2012
- - Coordinated a national initiative empowering over50 youth and women’s organizations, achieving legislative reforms
- - Implemented financial management systems for NGOs, enhancing transparency and operational capacity
- - Advocated for increased youth and women’s political participation, resulting in a68% and90% increase, respectively
Credit Manager, Fixed Asset Manager, and HQ Accountant
Dahabshiil Group
01.2006 - 01.2010
- - Managed credit portfolios, reducing defaults and increasing profitability through strategic repayment schedules
- - Implemented a fixed asset tracking system, enhancing accountability and efficiency
- - Oversaw headquarters accounting operations, ensuring adherence to international financial standards
- - Developed and enforced financial policies that streamlined internal processes and improved compliance
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Governance and Public Policy
Open University Malaysia
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) -
University of Hargeisa
SomalilandSkills
- Strategic Leadership and Governance
- Policy Formulation and Implementation
- Campaign Design and Electoral Innovation
- Financial Management and Institutional Reform
- Multilateral Partnership Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Stakeholder Engagement and Consensus Building
- Tourism and Trade Promotion Strategies
- Legislative tracking techniques
- Presentation
- Research oversight
- Policy analysis
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Planning processes
- Policy development
- Program management
References
Available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
Writing and publishing articles on governance and democracy., Mentoring future leaders and activists., Researching global best practices in public administration and electoral processes., Documenting and promoting Somaliland’s cultural and historical heritage.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Delivered Somaliland’s first PVT system, setting a benchmark for electoral transparency.
- Crafted a tourism development strategy that significantly increased Somaliland’s global visibility.
- Played a pivotal role in Waddani’s2024 electoral success through strategic manifesto development.
- Achieved transformative legislative reforms enhancing youth and women’s political participation.
- Increased trade volumes by30% as Secretary of Trade, Industry, and Tourism.
- Implemented financial management systems that streamlined operations in NGOs and private enterprises.
Certification
- Executive Leadership in Public Administration
- Electoral Systems Design, International IDEA
- Advanced Data Analytics for Decision Making, University of Cape Town
- Policy Advocacy and Strategic Planning, USAID
Timeline
Chief Policy Advisor
Waddani Party
01.2023 - Current
Secretary of Policy and Planning
Waddani Party
01.2022 - 01.2023
Secretary of Trade, Industry, and Tourism
Waddani Party
01.2021 - 01.2022
National Governance Consultant
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
01.2018 - 01.2021
National Campaign Manager
Waddani Party
01.2016 - 01.2017
Trainer, Somali Youth Leadership Initiative
Mercy Corps
01.2012 - 01.2013
Program Coordinator, Non-State Actors Project
Terre Solidali (Italian INGO)
01.2009 - 01.2012
Credit Manager, Fixed Asset Manager, and HQ Accountant
Dahabshiil Group
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Executive Leadership in Public Administration
- Electoral Systems Design, International IDEA
- Advanced Data Analytics for Decision Making, University of Cape Town
- Policy Advocacy and Strategic Planning, USAID
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Governance and Public Policy
Open University Malaysia
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) -
University of Hargeisa