MOHAMEDNUR ABDI
Nairobi
Summary
Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist with over eight years of experience supporting environmental risk management, environmental assessments, safeguards compliance, and climate resilience programmes across Somalia and Kenya. Holds a Master's degree in Food Security and Nutrition, a Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Management, and CPA-K certification, bringing a unique combination of environmental expertise, financial management, budgeting, and project oversight skills. Experienced in applying the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and Environmental and Social Standards (ESS), conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), environmental screening, environmental due diligence, stakeholder engagement, and development of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs). Proven track record supporting donor-funded projects implemented by government institutions, development partners, NGOs, and private sector actors in fragile and climate-vulnerable contexts. Has led and supported environmental safeguards assignments across Mogadishu, Puntland, Jubaland, Baidoa, Somaliland, and Northern Kenya, working closely with government agencies, local authorities, communities, and development partners to strengthen environmental compliance, manage project risks, and promote sustainable development outcomes. Experienced in environmental monitoring, grievance redress mechanisms, public consultations, capacity building, and preparation of technical reports and safeguards instruments. Combining strong environmental management expertise with a CPA-K background in budgeting, financial planning, resource management, and project accountability, Mohamednur brings a practical and results-oriented approach to managing environmental risks while supporting efficient delivery of development programmes. Recognized for strong stakeholder engagement, analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results in complex operational environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental & Social Safeguards Consultant
Synthesis Capital (SYNCAP)
Somalia
04.2025 - Current
- Lead environmental and social due diligence for livestock value chain investments financed under the World Bank-funded DRIVE Project and Livestock Value Chain Fund (LVCF), implemented through the Ministry of Finance and Gaargara Company.
- Conduct environmental and social risk screening, safeguards assessments, and compliance reviews for private sector investments across Mogadishu, Puntland (Garowe, Galkayo), Jubaland (Kismayo), Hirshabelle, South West State (Baidoa), and Somaliland (Hargeisa).
- Review investment proposals against World Bank Environmental and Social Standards (ESS), exclusion criteria, environmental risk requirements, and ESG performance expectations.
- Support development and implementation of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), corrective action plans, environmental monitoring frameworks, and safeguards reporting tools.
- Advise investment teams, financial institutions, and project partners on environmental risk mitigation measures to strengthen compliance, sustainability, and climate resilience outcomes.
- Facilitate consultations with government institutions, producer organizations, pastoral cooperatives, women-led enterprises, youth groups, financial institutions, and private sector investors.
- Support environmental and social due diligence processes for investments seeking financing through the Livestock Value Chain Fund (LVCF) managed by Gaargara under the DRIVE Project.
- Contribute to environmental compliance monitoring, grievance redress mechanism (GRM) implementation, stakeholder engagement processes, and safeguards performance reporting.
- Deliver training and awareness programmes on environmental safeguards, occupational health and safety, ESG principles, climate resilience, and World Bank ESS requirements for project beneficiaries and implementing partners.
- Prepare technical reports, safeguards reviews, environmental screening reports, due diligence assessments, and recommendations supporting investment decision-making and compliance oversight.
- DRIVE Project (World Bank)
Consulting Associate - Research, Monitoring & Evaluation
Braintec Consultancy Limited
03.2022 - Current
- Led environmental, climate resilience, livelihoods, and food security assessments across Kenya and Somalia.
- Supported development of Livestock Investment Opportunity Profiles (LIOPs) and value chain assessments under donor-funded programmes.
- Conducted environmental and social risk assessments, stakeholder consultations, and environmental screening activities informing investment planning.
- Coordinated validation workshops involving government agencies, development partners, private sector actors, and community representatives.
- Delivered training programmes on climate resilience, environmental sustainability, livelihoods, and community development.
- Produced technical reports and recommendations supporting evidence-based programme design and investment decisions.
- Contributed to integration of environmental safeguards and sustainability considerations within resilience and livelihoods programming.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Lead Consultant
CASE International / Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
Somalia
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Led the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the Climate-Smart Agriculture for Vulnerable Communities Project in Kismayo and Dhobley Districts, Jubaland State.
- Conducted environmental baseline assessments, impact analysis, environmental screening, and environmental risk assessments across project intervention areas.
- Developed Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), environmental monitoring frameworks, environmental action plans, and grievance redress mechanisms.
- Coordinated consultations with government authorities, farmers, pastoralists, women groups, youth groups, and community leaders to ensure effective stakeholder participation.
- Assessed climate-related risks, biodiversity impacts, land use concerns, and natural resource management challenges affecting project implementation.
- Ensured compliance with Somalia environmental regulations, World Bank Environmental and Social Standards (ESS), and international safeguards requirements.
- Produced technical reports and recommendations supporting climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, ecosystem restoration, and environmental stewardship.
Environmental & Social Impact Assessment Specialist
EcoAdapt Environmental Consulting Group
Somalia
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Led Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) for development, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability projects.
- Conducted environmental baseline studies, environmental screening exercises, and environmental risk assessments.
- Developed ESMPs, environmental monitoring frameworks, mitigation measures, and compliance reporting tools.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement and public consultation processes in accordance with environmental safeguards requirements.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary assessment teams and ensured timely delivery of environmental reports and technical documentation.
- Supported environmental compliance monitoring and safeguards implementation throughout project lifecycles.
Community Mobilizer & Liaison Officer
TechnoServe Kenya
Kenya
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Conducted community engagement and stakeholder coordination activities within refugee and host communities in Dadaab.
- Supported market assessments, livelihoods studies, and community consultations informing programme interventions.
- Facilitated collaboration between local authorities, community leaders, business groups, and development partners.
- Strengthened participation of vulnerable groups in programme planning and implementation processes.
- Supported field data collection, reporting, and community feedback mechanisms.
Environmental & Social Safeguards Specialist
RUFMO Consulting
Somalia
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted environmental and social safeguards assessments for resilience and community development projects.
- Identified environmental and social risks and developed mitigation measures supporting environmentally sustainable project implementation.
- Supported environmental screening, safeguards monitoring, compliance reviews, and environmental reporting activities.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement, community consultations, and participatory planning processes.
- Strengthened integration of environmental safeguards and social inclusion measures within project implementation frameworks.
Environmental & Waste Management Specialist
Acumen Research Limited
Somalia
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Led feasibility studies for solid and liquid waste management systems in Baidoa and DAC Town.
- Assessed environmental and public health risks associated with waste management practices and urban sanitation challenges.
- Developed environmental mitigation measures, waste management recommendations, and sustainability strategies.
- Trained community members on waste segregation, pollution prevention, environmental protection, sanitation, and public health practices.
- Engaged local authorities, community leaders, women groups, and youth groups in planning sustainable waste management solutions.
- Contributed to improved environmental governance, public awareness, and environmental sustainability planning.
Environmental & Climate Resilience Specialist
Acumen Research Limited
Somalia
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted climate resilience assessments and environmental vulnerability analyses in drought-prone communities.
- Identified environmental risks affecting livelihoods, ecosystems, water resources, and natural resource management systems.
- Developed climate adaptation recommendations and resilience-building strategies supporting sustainable development objectives.
- Facilitated stakeholder consultations and environmental awareness campaigns promoting environmental stewardship and resilience.
- Supported integration of environmental safeguards and climate resilience measures into local development programmes.
Environmental Research & Natural Resource Management Specialist
African Resilience Concern (ARC)
Somalia
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted environmental research focusing on biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable natural resource management.
- Supported environmental assessments and evidence generation informing resilience and food security programmes.
- Developed recommendations promoting sustainable land management, environmental protection, and ecosystem conservation.
- Facilitated community engagement and environmental awareness initiatives targeting vulnerable communities.
- Contributed to programme learning and environmental policy discussions through research and technical reporting.
Environmental Officer
Department of Mining & Natural Resources, Garissa County Government
Garissa, Kenya
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Conducted environmental inspections, compliance monitoring, and environmental assessments for county development initiatives.
- Supported implementation of environmental regulations, environmental reporting requirements, and environmental management procedures.
- Coordinated stakeholder consultations involving government departments, communities, and development partners.
- Participated in environmental awareness campaigns and environmental protection initiatives.
- Supported environmental compliance reviews and natural resource management activities across the county.
Environmental Intern
National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
Kenya
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Supported Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Environmental Audits (EAs), and environmental compliance monitoring activities for public and private sector projects.
- Assisted in environmental site inspections, data collection, environmental screening, and compliance verification exercises.
- Participated in review of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) and monitoring of environmental mitigation measures.
- Supported stakeholder consultations, public participation forums, and community awareness activities on environmental management and conservation.
- Assisted in preparation of environmental reports, compliance documentation, inspection reports, and technical presentations.
- Contributed to environmental monitoring activities related to pollution control, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable natural resource management.
- Worked closely with environmental officers, project proponents, consultants, and government agencies to strengthen compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
- Gained practical experience in environmental assessment methodologies, environmental legislation, environmental compliance monitoring, and environmental governance.
- Kenya
Education
Master of Science (MSc) - Food Security and Nutrition
Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands01.2024
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) -
KASNEB
01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources and Environmental Management
Egerton University
Kenya01.2018
Skills
- Environmental Risk Management
- Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)
- World Bank Environmental & Social Standards (ESS)
- Environmental Compliance & Monitoring
- Environmental Management Plans (ESMPs)
- Stakeholder Engagement & Public Participation
- Proposal Development & Resource Mobilization
- Budget Management & Resource Planning
- Technical Report Writing
- Climate Resilience & Natural Resource Management
Certification
- Licensed Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environmental Audit (EA) Expert - National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
- Certificate in Project Management - Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
- Certificate in Food Systems - Netherlands Food Partnership (NFP) & Wageningen University
- Certificate in Public Management - Young African Leaders Initiative Regional Leadership Centre (YALI-RLC)
- Certificate in Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) - Egerton University
- Certificate in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) - Horn of Africa Training Institute, Nairobi
Affiliations
- National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) - Licensed EIA/EA Expert
- Kenya Institute of Environmental Research (KIER)
- Kenyan Association of Sustainability Researchers (KASR)
Languages
English - Fluent
Somali - Native / Mother Tongue
Kiswahili - Fluent
Professional Title
Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) & Safeguards Specialist
Key Skills And Competencies
Experienced in identifying, assessing, and mitigating environmental risks in development, infrastructure, livelihoods, and resilience projects., Skilled in conducting EIAs, ESIAs, environmental screening, impact assessments, baseline studies, and development of mitigation measures., Practical experience supporting safeguards compliance, environmental due diligence, ESMP implementation, environmental monitoring, and stakeholder engagement., Experienced in environmental inspections, compliance reviews, environmental audits, site monitoring, and implementation of corrective actions., Experienced in preparing, implementing, and monitoring Environmental and Social Management Plans and environmental mitigation measures., Strong experience facilitating consultations with government institutions, development partners, communities, women groups, youth groups, and private sector actors., Skilled in preparing technical proposals, concept notes, EOIs, and supporting donor-funded business development initiatives., Experience supporting project budgeting, financial planning, resource allocation, and expenditure monitoring., Strong report-writing skills with experience preparing ESIAs, EIAs, environmental reports, donor reports, assessments, and technical presentations., Experienced in climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, sustainable land management, and resilience programming., Skilled in designing and delivering training programmes on environmental safeguards, sustainability, climate resilience, and community development., Experienced in environmental monitoring, indicator tracking, reporting, data analysis, and documentation of lessons learned., Proficient in data collection, analysis, interpretation, and evidence-based decision-making., Experienced in working with government institutions, World Bank-funded projects, NGOs, and development partners., Skilled in coordinating field activities, implementation schedules, stakeholder engagement processes, and project delivery.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Environmental & Social Safeguards Consultant
Synthesis Capital (SYNCAP)
04.2025 - Current
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Lead Consultant
CASE International / Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
01.2025 - 04.2025
Community Mobilizer & Liaison Officer
TechnoServe Kenya
11.2024 - 02.2025
Environmental & Social Impact Assessment Specialist
EcoAdapt Environmental Consulting Group
10.2024 - 03.2025
Environmental & Social Safeguards Specialist
RUFMO Consulting
06.2024 - 08.2024
Environmental & Waste Management Specialist
Acumen Research Limited
09.2023 - 12.2023
Environmental & Climate Resilience Specialist
Acumen Research Limited
05.2023 - 08.2023
Consulting Associate - Research, Monitoring & Evaluation
Braintec Consultancy Limited
03.2022 - Current
Environmental Research & Natural Resource Management Specialist
African Resilience Concern (ARC)
02.2021 - 02.2022
Environmental Officer
Department of Mining & Natural Resources, Garissa County Government
02.2020 - 02.2021
Environmental Intern
National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
02.2017 - 01.2020
Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) -
KASNEB
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources and Environmental Management
Egerton University
Master of Science (MSc) - Food Security and Nutrition
Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences