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Abdifatah Galgallo

Senior Research Officer
Nanyuki,673

Summary

Knowledgeable Desired Position with strong background in research methodologies and data analysis. Successfully contributed to numerous high-impact projects, enhancing departmental research capabilities. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and problem-solving to drive innovative solutions.

Offering strong foundation in research methodologies and analytical techniques, eager to learn and develop in this environment. Contributes ability to quickly acquire new knowledge and apply advanced statistical analysis and data interpretation. Ready to use and develop these skills in Desired Position role.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Senior Research Officer

National Land Commission
07.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated productive collaborations with external experts through regular communication and exchange of ideas, ensuring alignment on project objectives and methodologies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and best practices, integrating new techniques into existing workflows as appropriate.
  • Led a high-performing team of researchers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, elevating the organization''s reputation in the field.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, enhancing collaborative opportunities and expanding research capabilities.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential application in advancing research initiatives and improving results accuracy.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects while adhering to strict deadlines, ensuring timely completion without compromising quality standards.
  • Streamlined research processes for increased efficiency and reduced project turnaround times.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, optimizing the use of resources and expertise for successful project outcomes.
  • Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous data collection and analysis methodologies.
  • Mentored junior researchers, sharing expertise and providing guidance for professional development opportunities.
  • Spearheaded interdisciplinary collaborations that fostered novel insights into pressing scientific questions.
  • Optimized experimental designs through meticulous planning efforts that maximized data validity while minimizing resource consumption.
  • Authored impactful reports and publications, disseminating key findings to the scientific community and stakeholders.
  • Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to identify knowledge gaps and inform future research directions.
  • Developed innovative research strategies to address complex scientific questions and advance organizational goals.
  • Conducted thorough statistical analyses to validate study conclusions against established thresholds for significance.
  • Championed a culture of ethical conduct by proactively addressing potential conflicts of interest or other concerns in accordance with institutional policies.
  • Developed customized data visualization tools for clear presentation of complex information to non-expert audiences.
  • Established strategic goals for broad-scale research through acquisition of appropriate funding and program support.
  • Produced reports of findings and gave presentations of results.
  • Determined and managed schedules and budgets for each project.
  • Designed and delivered trainings and presentations to institutional staff and supported research program development.
  • Conducted risk assessments for research where applicable.
  • Established connections with liaisons to industrial and commercial stakeholders, allowing industry trends to inform research and vice versa.
  • Analyzed findings and reports from researchers in program and interpreted for supervisory staff.
  • Generated reports to support development and implementation of marketing plans.
  • Conducted primary and secondary research to better understand customer needs and behaviors.
  • Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
  • Created and distributed surveys for data collection and analysis.
  • Tracked key metrics and developed spreadsheets and data models.
  • Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders.
  • Utilized specialized software to capture and process data.
  • Developed questionnaires and facilitated focus group discussions.
  • Implemented and supervised market research projects from start to finish with focus groups, surveys and interviews.
  • Devised data visualization dashboards to make complex data more accessible to stakeholders.

County Convener/County Ombudsman

County Government of Marsabit
02.2018 - 06.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Classroom Teacher

Likii Hill School
03.2017 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
  • Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
  • Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Classroom Teacher

Sasura Girls High School
04.2016 - 12.2016
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
  • Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
  • Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Education

Master Of Business Administration - Strategic Management

Kenya Methodist University
Meru
10.2024

Bachelor Of Education Science - Education Science

The University of Nairobi
Nairobi
12.2018

Skills

Data analysis

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Supervised team of Number staff members.
  • Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

White Belt in Lean Six Sigma Certification

Timeline

White Belt in Lean Six Sigma Certification

01-2025

Power BI Certificate

01-2025

Journal Publication Certificate

01-2025

Peer review certificate for Journals

09-2024

Senior Research Officer

National Land Commission
07.2024 - Current

Journal Publication Certificate

07-2024

Teacher Service Commission Licensing Certificate

01-2021

County Convener/County Ombudsman

County Government of Marsabit
02.2018 - 06.2024

Classroom Teacher

Likii Hill School
03.2017 - 06.2017

Classroom Teacher

Sasura Girls High School
04.2016 - 12.2016

Certificate in Computer packages

03-2013

Master Of Business Administration - Strategic Management

Kenya Methodist University

Bachelor Of Education Science - Education Science

The University of Nairobi
Abdifatah GalgalloSenior Research Officer