Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Skills
References
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Websites
Timeline
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Ridwan Mohamed Khalif

Ridwan Mohamed Khalif

Borama

Summary

Dynamic lecturer with a proven track record at both Amoud and Jigjiga Universities, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Adept in data analysis and effective communication, I have successfully guided students in their academic journeys while fostering a collaborative learning environment. Committed to mentoring and enhancing student success through innovative teaching methods.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lecturer

Amoud University
Borama
09.2024 - 07.2025
  • Plan and deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials for undergraduate students.
  • Prepare course materials such as syllabi, reading lists, lecture slides, and handouts.
  • Design and grade exams, quizzes, essays, and projects.
  • Guide students on academic progress, career paths

Volunteer lecturer

Jigjiga University
Jigjiga
12.2022 - 07.2024
  • Tutored and Mentored: volunteered to tutoring undergraduate students and mentor newer students in economics program.
  • Participate in Outreach Programs: involved in community outreach initiatives or university programs that engage with the broader community.
  • Assist with Research: helped doctors {PhD} or researchers with data collection, literature reviews, or other research-related tasks.

Admin and Finance Assistant

Hamdi Construction Company
Borama
02.2019 - 11.2020
  • Administrative duties:
  • Reception & Communication:
  • Document Management
  • Office Coordination
  • Record Keeping
  • Finance duties
  • Bookkeeping
  • Invoices & Payments:
  • Expense Tracking
  • Financial Reports

Education

Master of Science - Development Economics

Jigjiga University
Jigjiga, Ethiopia
07.2024

Bachelor Degree - Islamic Banking and finance

Alpha University
Borama
10.2022

Bachelor Degree - Economics and political science

Amoud University
Borama, Somaliland
08.2022

Skills

  • Data entry
  • Excel
  • SPSS
  • Job Hunting skills
  • Digital marketing
  • Basic Computer skills
  • Teamwork
  • Crisis management
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Entrepreneurial skills
  • lecture delivery
  • student assessment
  • curriculum development
  • research assistance
  • data analysis
  • project coordination
  • classroom management
  • effective communication
  • time management
  • interpersonal skills
  • mentoring students
  • Student engagement
  • Research and writing
  • Research and analysis

Hobbies and Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Writing
  • Learning languages

Skills

  • Data entry (Excel & SPSS)
  • Job Hunting skills
  • Digital marketing
  • Basic Computer skills
  • Teamwork
  • Crisis management
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Entrepreneurial skills

References

  • Dr. Ahmed Mohammed, Asst. Prof, Head of Economics Department, Jigjiga University, +251 91 206 2816, ahmedjegol@gmail.com
  • Dr. Hamdia A. Abubakar, Asst. Prof, College dean, Business and Economics, Jigjiga University, +251 99 387 1364
  • Mr. Abdirisak Mohamoud Osman, Former Dean, Faculty of Economics, Amoud University, +252634711323, cabdirisaaqshukri@gmail.com
  • Farhan Said Khalif, +46767467555, jarahorato07@gmail.com

Languages

  • Somali, Native
  • English, Excellent
  • Arabic, Excellent
  • Amharic, Poor

Affiliations

  • Received merit-based scholarships at both the undergraduate and master’s (MSc) entry levels in recognition of outstanding academic performance, with both awards granted in Ethiopia.

Certification

  • Volunteered at UN Volunteers
  • Master HR analytics and AI by Orgaknow
  • Green bonds by UNDP
  • Crisis management for nonprofit leaders
  • Research methodology and scientific writing by Maryam Abacha, American University of Nigeria
  • Participated virtually in the International Youth Conference
  • Personal Safety and Security by Save The Children

Languages

Somali
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Arabic
Advanced (C1)
C1
Amharic
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Lecturer

Amoud University
09.2024 - 07.2025

Volunteer lecturer

Jigjiga University
12.2022 - 07.2024

Admin and Finance Assistant

Hamdi Construction Company
02.2019 - 11.2020

Master of Science - Development Economics

Jigjiga University

Bachelor Degree - Islamic Banking and finance

Alpha University

Bachelor Degree - Economics and political science

Amoud University
Ridwan Mohamed Khalif