Key skills and expertise

With nearly 18 years of experience in the education sector, the expert has demonstrated exceptional skills in education sector analysis, policy development, and quality assurance. Career highlights include leading and managing numerous international and local projects, providing technical assistance, and capacity building. Accomplishments encompass formulating education strategies, enhancing governance, and improving learning outcomes. Responsibilities have included strategic planning and implementation, contributing significantly to educational reforms, particularly in developing countries like Somalia and Somaliland.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the EU, USAID, UKAID, DANIDA, and UNICEF, providing technical assistance, capacity building, and project evaluations in the education sector. The scope of work includes strategic planning and implementation of education sector projects at national and regional levels in Somalia, Somaliland, and Kenya. The expert has contributed to developing education policies and quality assurance standards, aligning donor-funded initiatives with national education priorities to enhance governance and education outcomes.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as consultant, technical adviser, and project manager primarily in the education sector. The expert has contributed to education policy development, quality assurance, and capacity building. Geographic experience spans regional and national projects in Somalia, Somaliland, and Kenya. Additionally, interdisciplinary expertise in project management and governance has been instrumental in enhancing education systems in developing regions. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of education initiatives, often in collaboration with international donors. The expert possesses deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, having worked extensively on education sector projects in these regions, focusing on education reform, policy development, and capacity building.

Languages and education

Bringing over extensive language skills, the expert is fluent in English, utilizing this language extensively in international and local education projects. Proficiency in English has been demonstrated through roles in multilingual teams and collaborations with international organizations. The expert holds a Master Degree in Education with a focus on Leadership, Administration, and Management from Mount Kenya University, Kenya. Additionally, a Bachelor of Education was earned from the University of Nairobi, Kenya, and a Degree in Project Cycle Management from Hampton Community College in Nairobi, Kenya. This academic background is firmly rooted in education and project management, equipping the expert with the skills necessary for leadership roles in the education sector.