Abdinasir Sido
Portland
Summary
Program management professional with history of driving projects to successful completion. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Proven expertise in risk management and resource allocation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development and Program Manager
African Youth and Community Organization (AYCO)
01.2023 - Current
- Supervise and mentor 15+ staff across multiple departments and youth-serving programs.
- Secured hundreds of grants totaling $300K to $3M+, supporting public health, education, housing, and violence prevention.
- Manage all aspects of grant compliance and reporting, including financial documentation, program narratives, and performance metrics.
- Coordinate RFP and NOFO-style processes, including application drafting, technical assistance, and internal review.
- Oversee subgrantee-style partner relationships and ensure alignment with contract deliverables.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare for audits with detailed documentation of grant and program activities.
- Develop and evaluate youth programs such as the “Back to Our Roots” exchange and “9th Grade Counts.”
- Lead public communication with funders, community partners, and institutional stakeholders.
Behavioral Peer Support Specialist
Center for African Immigrants and Refugee Organization (CAIRO)
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Facilitated peer groups focused on reducing stigma around mental health and substance use.
- Supported tobacco prevention efforts and collaborated with schools and community partners.
- Connected youth and families to culturally appropriate health and support services.
Warehouse Associate
Toyota Parts & Distribution Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered inventory and service parts efficiently while maintaining strong communication with team members.
- Adapted to a fast-paced, team-based environment with time-sensitive responsibilities.
Program Coordinator
IRCO Africa House – YouMentor Program
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Coordinated mentorship programming for immigrant and refugee youth.
- Delivered one-on-one and group mentoring focused on academic and personal development.
- Created culturally tailored workshops and connected youth to local resources.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
Portland State University
Portland, ORBachelor of Science - Public Health – Community Health Promotion
Portland State University
Portland, ORHigh School Diploma - undefined
Parkrose High School
Portland, ORSkills
- Grant writing, RFP/NOFO development, program monitoring, budget tracking, reporting
- Team supervision, training, performance evaluation
- Contract oversight, partner coordination, document review, technical assistance
- Outcome measurement, data quality assurance, audit readiness, Salesforce (basic)
- Financial reporting, budget development, cost tracking (finance coursework in progress)
- Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, data systems
- English and Somali – fluent
- Emotional intelligence, communication, organization, time management
Accomplishments
- Managed and implemented over 20 projects and grants, including contracts with city, state, and foundation funders.
- Balanced full-time work while completing a bachelor’s degree and currently pursuing a finance-focused master’s degree.
- I took the lead in securing funding from various organizations such as ODE, CareOregon, the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, Project Safe Neighborhoods, among others.
- Expanded AYCO’s youth services portfolio by designing and launching 10+ new programs.
- Established strong partnerships with over 30 nonprofits, school districts, and government agencies.
Certification
- Community Health Worker Certificate
- Behavioral Peer Support Specialist Training
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Oromo
Professional Working
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Development and Program Manager
African Youth and Community Organization (AYCO)
01.2023 - Current
Behavioral Peer Support Specialist
Center for African Immigrants and Refugee Organization (CAIRO)
06.2022 - 01.2023
Warehouse Associate
Toyota Parts & Distribution Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
Program Coordinator
IRCO Africa House – YouMentor Program
06.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Public Health – Community Health Promotion
Portland State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Parkrose High School
Master of Science - Finance
Portland State University