OSMAN M. JAMA
Brooklyn Park,MN
Summary
Applied research and policy-oriented analyst with experience in qualitative and mixed-methods research, focused on community-level access, governance, and service delivery. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and translating findings into actionable recommendations. Experience working with diverse communities, including Somali-speaking and East African populations, with a focus on improving access to public services and digital inclusion through inclusive engagement, language access, and equitable service delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
Indo-Pacific Research Centre, Murdoch University
, Australia
05.2023 - Current
- Conduct applied research on climate security, environmental governance, and peacebuilding, leveraging mixed qualitative and quantitative approaches to inform policy decisions.
- Synthesize findings into academic publications and policy-relevant outputs, enhancing understanding and driving actionable insights through reports and presentations.
- Design interview guides and data collection tools for field-based research and stakeholder engagement.
- Support collaborative research workflows, facilitating effective partnerships and knowledge sharing across teams and stakeholders.
Research Associate - Lifelong Learning Lab
University of Science and Technology of China
, China
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Designed and implemented mixed-methods research, integrating qualitative content analysis and quantitative survey-based analysis to enhance understanding.
- Conducted statistical analysis in SPSS, and AMOS, including regression and structural equation modeling (SEM).
- Conducted qualitative coding and thematic analysis using NVivo.
- Drafted analytical reports and summarized findings into actionable policy recommendations for decision-makers.
- Maintained research documentation, ensured ethical compliance, and supported confidentiality procedures.
- Supervised and coordinated undergraduate research assistants, overseeing task allocation and ensuring timely project completion.
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Save the Children
, Somalia
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Enhanced monitoring systems and evaluation reporting to improve effectiveness of humanitarian and development programming.
- Collected, validated, and analyzed indicator data; supported quarterly reporting on outputs and outcomes.
- Strengthened M&E tracking systems and maintained centralized databases for accurate data management.
- Delivered M&E training for staff and implementing partners to build capacity and ensure consistent evaluation practices.
- Contributed to evidence-based program learning through routine data quality checks and reporting.
Assistant Planning and Development Officer
Ministry of Environment, Agriculture and Climate Change
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Coordinated development proposals with government and external partners, advancing implementation planning and reporting.
- Facilitated planning and development initiatives through technical analysis and coordination, enhancing inter-ministry collaboration.
- Monitored and evaluated rural water catchment projects, informing review and decision-making processes.
Education
PhD Candidate - Politics and Governance
Murdoch University
Perth, Western Australia08-2026
Master of Public Affairs -
University of Science And Technology of China
Hefei, China07-2020
Skills
- Qualitative and mixed-methods research
- Interview design and data collection (semi-structured interviews)
- Data analysis and synthesis (thematic analysis, cross-case comparison, Qualitative Comparative Analysis [QCA])
- Translating findings into reports, presentations, and actionable recommendations
Community Engagement & Equity
- Stakeholder engagement with diverse communities
- Cross-cultural communication
- Understanding of language access and service barriers
Tools
- NVivo, Excel, SPSS, Microsoft Office
Collaboration
- Coordinating research tasks and workflows
- Team collaboration and communication
Selected Publications
- Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
- Jama, O. M., Ide, T., Fritsch, O., & Taucher, P. (2026). Environmental peacebuilding in difficult contexts: A fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis of conditions for communal cooperation in Somalia. Journal of Peace Research (Accepted).
- · Jama, O. M., Ide, T., & Fritsch, O. Beyond communal cooperation: Uneven peace outcomes in renewable resource governance in Somalia. World Development (Submitted).
- · Jama, O. M., et al. (2023). Understanding young people’s perception toward forestation as a strategy to mitigate climate change in a post-conflict developing country. Environment, Development, and Sustainability, 25(6), 4787-4811
- Jama, O. M., et al. (2020). Participation of Civil Society in Decisions to Mitigate Environmental Degradation in Post-Conflict Societies: Journal of Environmental Planning and Management. 63(9), 1695-1715.
- Diriye, A. W., Jama, O. M., et al. (2022). Public preferences for sustainable land-use policies –Empirical results from multinomial logit model analysis. Land use policy, 114, 105975.
- Diriye, A. W., Jama, O. M., et al. (2022). Cultural worldviews and message framing for the acceptability of sustainable land use zoning policies. Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 65(14), 2587-2608.
Technical Reports Contributed
- The Technical Report on Democracy in Puntland: The People's Choice., Somali Institute for Development and Research Analysis, 2019, Co-author
- Somalia 2016 Elections: Contesting the Boundaries of Democracy., Somali Institute for Development and Research Analysis, 2015, Co-author
- Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS): Technical Report., 2015, Contributor
Languages
|English, Fluent |Somali, Native |Arabic, Basics |Mandarin, HSK3-level
Timeline
Researcher
Indo-Pacific Research Centre, Murdoch University
05.2023 - Current
Research Associate - Lifelong Learning Lab
University of Science and Technology of China
09.2020 - 05.2022
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Save the Children
01.2016 - 07.2017
Assistant Planning and Development Officer
Ministry of Environment, Agriculture and Climate Change
01.2014 - 01.2016
PhD Candidate - Politics and Governance
Murdoch University
Master of Public Affairs -
University of Science And Technology of China