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Hanafi Sheikh Abdi Ali

Mogadishu,Benadir

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in managing MSME financing programs and fostering partnerships with banks and investors. Recognized for developing innovative solutions and collaborating effectively across teams to drive project success and improve financial access.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of MSMEs Financing

Somalia, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Confederation (SOMSMEC)
Mogadishu, Banadir
09.2025 - Current
  • Led MSME financing programs and facilitated access to finance for businesses across Somalia.
  • Coordinated with banks, investors, and development partners to secure financing opportunities for MSMEs.
  • Conducted financial analysis, due diligence, and risk assessments for MSME financing initiatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve financing program objectives.
  • Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance and outcomes.

  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.

Investment officer.

Amaana Bank.
Mogadishu, Banadir
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Analyzed investment opportunities to support strategic decision-making processes.
  • Prepared detailed reports on portfolio performance for management review.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance investment strategies.
  • Assisted clients in understanding investment products and services offered.
  • Monitored economic indicators to inform investment recommendations effectively.
  • Engaged in regular training sessions to stay updated on industry regulations.
  • Participated in development and delivery of proposals to prospective new client relationships.
  • Contributed to investment presentations delivered to institutional and wealth management clients.
  • Analyzed investment performance, portfolio attributes, benchmark composition, and performance attribution to assess role and fit of investment strategies.
  • Prepared and presented research and recommendations on stock market trends and economic forecasts to assist with making informed portfolio decisions.
  • Created financial models and processed projects in new sub-segments of company and in blended finance.
  • Analyzed historical and projected financial statements to evaluate past investment performance, forecast outcomes of current investments and advise on future projects.
  • Summarized investment strategies and performance results with internal and external customers across continuum of investment management delivery channels.
  • Conducted industry and market research and assisted in business development efforts.
  • Reviewed company information and prepared reports on periodic financial statements, project progress reports, and other information submitted by clients.
  • Evaluated existing, externally-managed company portfolios by monitoring and analyzing capabilities of funded investment managers.
  • Met with prospective investment managers to evaluate manager staff, investment processes, operational competency, and compliance and legal framework.
  • Advised clients on their individual investment needs based on their specific goals and objectives.
  • Ensured accuracy in the maintenance of client information in internal databases systems.
  • Provided guidance and counsel to internal teams on investment opportunities in support of overall company objectives.
  • Assisted in preparing materials for board meetings, shareholder meetings, and other corporate events as needed.
  • Drafted reports analyzing current portfolios and providing insight into future trends.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external investors and clients.

Compliance and Risk management Officer.

Amaana Bank.
Mogadishu, Banadir
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Evaluated risk exposure across banking operations and proposed mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborated with departments to identify potential risks in financial products and services.
  • Assisted in training staff on risk management protocols and best practices for compliance.
  • Prepared detailed reports on risk assessments for senior management review and action planning.
  • Implemented tools for tracking risk indicators and enhancing overall risk management effectiveness.
  • Established new standard operating procedures to prevent risk exposure.
  • Assisted in the development of new strategies for managing credit, market, liquidity, legal, reputational, strategic, political, environmental, safety and health risks.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for various aspects of the organization's operations based on best practice guidelines from professional associations or government agencies.
  • Drafted reports outlining findings from risk management activities including recommendations for improvement.
  • Participated in team projects focused on improving organizational efficiency through effective risk management techniques.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all relevant documents related to risk management activities.
  • Assessed proposed changes in business operations for potential impact on current policies or procedures related to risk management.
  • Reviewed, monitored, and reported on operational processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted risk assessments and identified potential areas of exposure.
  • Provided advice and guidance to department heads on risk management practices.
  • Monitored industry trends and developments related to risk management issues.
  • Evaluated insurance coverage options for the organization's assets and liabilities against applicable regulations.
  • Performed periodic reviews of internal controls to identify weaknesses or gaps in existing policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify potential risks associated with investments and other transactions.

Monitoring and Evaluation head of unit.

Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation (MOIFAR).
Mogadishu, Banadir
08.2016 - 12.2018

· Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks for governance, federalism, reconciliation, and stabilization projects.

· Developed data collection tools, reporting templates, and performance tracking systems.

  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

· Monitored project implementation and progress against approved work plans and performance indicators.

· Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for government, donors, and UN agencies.

· Coordinated M&E activities for projects funded by UNDP and other UN agencies.

· Collected, verified, analyzed, and reported project performance data from Federal Member States and implementing partners.

  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Ensured compliance with donor requirements, government policies, and reporting standards.
  • Presented M&E findings and recommendations to senior management and development partners.
  • Supported evidence-based decision-making and program improvement initiatives.

Internal Audit, Head of unit.

Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation (MOIFAR).
Mogadishu, Banadir
03.2015 - 07.2016
  • Led and managed internal audit activities across the Ministry.
  • Developed and implemented risk-based audit plans.
  • Conducted financial, operational, and compliance audits.
  • Evaluated internal controls and risk management systems.
  • Prepared audit reports and recommendations for management.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Investigated financial irregularities and control weaknesses.
  • Coordinated internal and external audit engagements.

Education

Master of Science - Development Finance

Strathmore Business School
Nairobi Kenya
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Simad University
Mogadishu , Somalia
01-2015

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Investment strategies
  • Financial project oversight
  • Compliance procedures
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Verbal communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Investor presentations
  • Communication
  • Self-Directed
  • Team management
  • Collaboration
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Organizational skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Recordkeeping
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Data collection
  • Performance reporting
  • Client relationship management

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Arabic
Advanced (C1)
C1

Certification

  • Frankfurt School International Module Certificate, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management (October 2024) Frankfurt- Germany
  • PFM Capacity Strengthening Program, CIPFA (The Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy), Funded by The World Bank (December 2015) London-UK
  • International Public Financial Management, CIPFA (June 2016) London-UK
  • Leadership for Management, Uganda Management Institute (UMI), 2017 Uganda

Timeline

Head of MSMEs Financing

Somalia, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Confederation (SOMSMEC)
09.2025 - Current

Investment officer.

Amaana Bank.
01.2021 - 12.2022

Compliance and Risk management Officer.

Amaana Bank.
01.2019 - 01.2020

Monitoring and Evaluation head of unit.

Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation (MOIFAR).
08.2016 - 12.2018

Internal Audit, Head of unit.

Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation (MOIFAR).
03.2015 - 07.2016

Master of Science - Development Finance

Strathmore Business School

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Simad University
Hanafi Sheikh Abdi Ali