Abdullahi Hersi

To leverage my extensive experience in peaceful social development programming to contribute to the rural development initiatives of the City/community by actively participating and leading sustainable development, business achievement, and community empowerment.

Summary of Competencies Expert in Peace and Security: worked as a lecturer at Kenya Methodist University, I specialize in international conflict/peace studies, governance, and social development in the rural setting. I am author of a book on power-sharing and conflict management in Somalia and numerous academic papers on governance and peace-building. Passionate Activist: Active participation in advocacy networks, including civil society groups for debt cancellation in Somalia, democratization pressure groups, and humanitarian service coordination forums. Effective Leader: As Executive Director at Nomadic Assistance for Peace and Development (NAPAD) (2014-present), I have built and led a vibrant organization, set visions and strategic directions, negotiated with donors, mobilized resources, and developed systems for best practices in finance, human resources and result-oriented program management system. Former Member of Parliament: Active role in the Federal Parliament of Somalia (2012-2014) showcasing commitment to governance and legislative oversight. Humanitarian Affairs Expert: Coordinated humanitarian operations at UNOCHA (2008-2010), conducting interagency meetings and assessments, and reporting on security, economic, and political issues in Somalia. Experienced Program Manager: Managed multiple projects, staff, partners, finances, and procurement as Program Field Coordinator at Norwegian Church Aid (2005-2008). Community Project Implementer: Identified communities, developed action plans, training manuals, and implemented community development projects in highly insecure environments (1995-2003).

Executive leader with deep experience driving organizational success and fostering collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Known for adaptability, resilience, and delivering results in evolving environments. Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator, and results-driven approach.

Experienced with strategic planning, organizational leadership, and stakeholder management. Utilizes collaborative approach to drive team performance and achieve company objectives. Track record of effectively managing resources and navigating complex challenges to deliver sustained growth. Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven track record of leading organizations to growth and success through strategic planning and innovative problem-solving. Successfully managed diverse teams, driving operational efficiency, and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated excellence in financial oversight and stakeholder engagement.

• Higher Education Teaching, Harvard Derek Bok Centre for Teaching and Learning
• Organizational Leadership, Harvard School of Business
• Public Management and Governance, University of Cape Town
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme, Kenya School of Government
• Conflict Transformation, Transcend Peace University

• Representative of Somali National NGOs at the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT), 02/2019-03/2021, Provided policy and strategy advice for humanitarian organizations and donor agencies in Somalia., Represented and advocated for the needs of local and national NGOs.
• Activist at the Debt Relief Working Group of Somalia NGO Consortium, 02/2019-02/2020, Contributed to the development of policy documents and meetings with creditors and international partners for the cancellation of debt in Somalia.
• Member of Cluster Review Committee (CRC) for FAO and WFP Managed Food Security and Livelihood Cluster, 08/2019-12/2020, Worked with regional and national clusters focal points and members to identify humanitarian needs and gaps., Reviewed, approved and allocated financial resources to different project proposals for UNOCHA managed Somalia Humanitarian Fund.

• Nationality: Kenyan
• Marital Status: US Permanent Resident

• Alternative dispute resolution as a means for aimed at reducing civil caseloads and promoting non-punitive approaches to justice
• Organizational conflict management
• Human rights and advocacy for social change
• Governance and organizational leadership
• Dialogues for social reconciliation
• Mediation, negotiation and arbitration
• Community based development approaches

• Expert in Peace and Security, Worked as a lecturer at Kenya Methodist University, specializing in international conflict/peace studies, governance, and social development in the rural setting. Author of a book on power-sharing and conflict management in Somalia and numerous academic papers on governance and peace-building.
• Passionate Activist, Active participation in advocacy networks, including civil society groups for debt cancellation in Somalia, democratization pressure groups, and humanitarian service coordination forums.
• Effective Leader, As Executive Director at Nomadic Assistance for Peace and Development (NAPAD) (04/2014-present), built and led a vibrant organization, set visions and strategic directions, negotiated with donors, mobilized resources, and developed systems for best practices in finance, human resources and result-oriented program management system.
• Former Member of Parliament, Active role in the Federal Parliament of Somalia (08/2012-04/2014) showcasing commitment to governance and legislative oversight.
• Humanitarian Affairs Expert, Coordinated humanitarian operations at UNOCHA (12/2008-03/2010), conducting interagency meetings and assessments, and reporting on security, economic, and political issues in Somalia.
• Experienced Program Manager, Managed multiple projects, staff, partners, finances, and procurement as Program Field Coordinator at Norwegian Church Aid (03/2005-11/2008).
• Community Project Implementer, Identified communities, developed action plans, training manuals, and implemented community development projects in highly insecure environments (01/1995-06/2003).