Jabir Ahmed Abdirahman

Position Title: TVET and Program Curriculum development Technical Lead Consultant for education projects.

Organization: WARDI Relief and Development Initiatives.

Location: South Central Somalia.

Duration: from October 2023 date.

Reports to: EducatiPrograms Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Design and Development :

• Lead the design and development of TVET curriculum and training programs that meet the specific needs of beneficiaries in the humanitarian context.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with industry standards, employability skills, and national qualifications frameworks (where applicable).
• Adapt existing curricula to address the unique challenges of the target community (e.g., youth, women, marginalized groups).
• Work with local education authorities and partners to ensure curriculum relevance and accreditation.

Technical Guidance and Leadership :

• Provide technical guidance to project teams, including trainers, educators, and program staff, on curriculum implementation and best practices.
• Develop guidelines and training materials to support facilitators in delivering TVET programs effectively.
• Lead training sessions and workshops for teachers, trainers, and other stakeholders.

Quality Assurance and Monitoring :

• Develop and implement mechanisms to ensure the quality of education and training, including regular assessments, feedback loops, and adjustments to the curriculum.
• Conduct regular field visits to observe the delivery of training programs and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Establish monitoring and evaluation tools to measure the impact of the curriculum on participants' learning outcomes and employability.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration :

• Collaborate with local authorities, educational institutions, private sector partners, and other humanitarian organizations to ensure the curriculum and training programs are aligned with local needs and opportunities.
• Build partnerships with vocational training providers, employers, and community leaders to strengthen the program's sustainability and relevance.

Reporting and Documentation :

• Ensure the preparation and submission of regular reports on curriculum development, implementation progress, and challenges.
• Document lessons learned and best practices for future programming.
• Provide recommendations for scaling up or improving TVET programs in future humanitarian projects.
• Provide training and capacity-building support for local TVET instructors and program staff to ensure the sustainability of training programs after the project's completion.
• Promote the development of local talent to create a skilled workforce in the affected region.
• Ensure that the curriculum and delivery methods are flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of populations in emergency settings (e.g., displacement, conflict, natural disasters).
• Adapt learning materials and methods to the local context and available resources.

Key Achievements

Curriculum Development for Crisis-Affected Populations :

• Designed and developed context-specific TVET curricula in response to the unique needs of displaced and vulnerable communities, ensuring relevance to local livelihoods and market demands, such as in agriculture, construction, or health care.
• Successfully adapted global TVET standards to humanitarian settings, ensuring that training programs were flexible enough to accommodate the challenges posed by conflict, displacement, and limited resources.

Provision of Emergency Vocational Training :

• Led the establishment and roll-out of emergency vocational training programs in refugee camps and informal settlements, reaching over 1000 beneficiaries who acquired practical skills that improved their resilience and ability to generate income in a crisis environment.
• Coordinated the launch of mobile vocational training units, ensuring that education reached communities in hard-to-reach or conflict-affected areas, impacting [X] displaced individuals.

Capacity Building for Local Trainers in Crisis Zones :

• Trained 200 local educators, community leaders, and vocational trainers, strengthening their ability to deliver quality TVET in a post-crisis context and enhancing the sustainability of training programs beyond the project's initial phase.
• Established a pool of locally qualified trainers to take over curriculum delivery and support the continuity of training programs after the consultant's role concluded.

Collaboration with Humanitarian Stakeholders :

• Developed and maintained partnerships with UN agencies, local NGOs, and private sector actors to integrate TVET programs into wider humanitarian response strategies, ensuring alignment with emergency relief, livelihoods, and recovery initiatives.
• Worked with humanitarian agencies such as Care Somalia, IOM, and local governments to align vocational training with emergency job creation programs and resilience-building activities in displaced communities.

Increased Employability for Displaced Populations :

• Implemented flexible training schedules and remote learning options, leading to a 20 % increase in attendance and completion rates among participants in high-displacement areas where access to education and employment is limited.
• Developed a job placement network with local businesses and organizations, resulting in over 50 % of program graduates securing temporary or permanent employment in areas affected by conflict or natural disasters.

Support to Livelihoods and Economic Recovery :

• Enhanced the livelihood prospects of over 500 families by providing TVET programs focused on high-demand skills such as small-scale entrepreneurship, agriculture, and renewable energy solutions in crisis-affected areas.
• Successfully integrated vocational training into early recovery efforts, providing displaced populations with the skills necessary for rebuilding their lives, communities, and infrastructure.

Monitoring and Evaluation of Humanitarian Education Impact :

• Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track the impact of TVET programs on beneficiaries' ability to earn a livelihood, support their families, and rebuild their communities after displacement or conflict.
• Conducted regular field visits and assessments that resulted in actionable recommendations for program improvement, leading to a 50% increase in program relevance and effectiveness based on feedback from beneficiaries.

Recognition and Advocacy for TVET in Humanitarian Settings :

• Advocated for the recognition of TVET as a critical component of humanitarian education, resulting in increased funding and support from donor agencies and stakeholders for vocational education initiatives in emergency settings.
• Enhanced the visibility and recognition of the TVET programs through successful advocacy efforts, ensuring that the importance of vocational training was acknowledged in broader humanitarian coordination frameworks

Position Title: Principal or Head of the institution.

Organization: Mandera Technical institute Collage.

Location: Mandera East Sub-County.

Duration: from 1st December 2022-29th May 2023

Reports to: Education principal secretary for state department of TVET under the ministry education under the national Government.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Institutional Management: Provide visionary leadership and direction to the institution, overseeing the development and implementation of academic, operational, and financial plans that align with the institution's goals and objectives.
• Curriculum Development & Implementation: Oversee the creation and execution of academic programs, ensuring the curriculum meets the evolving needs of the students and industry standards. Collaborate with faculty to ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
• Faculty & Staff Management: Lead recruitment, training, and professional development of staff, ensuring a team of motivated and competent educators. Conduct regular performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback to foster continuous improvement.
• Financial & Resource Management: Oversee budget preparation, resource allocation, and financial planning to ensure efficient use of institutional resources. Ensure timely payment of bills and manage external funding sources to support the institution's growth.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Foster strong relationships with industry stakeholders, government agencies, and the wider community to promote the institution's programs and enhance student employment opportunities.
• Academic Excellence & Student Success: Ensure high academic standards are maintained, promote student-centered learning, and provide support systems to assist learners in achieving their educational goals. Establish systems for tracking student performance and addressing any academic challenges.
• Safety, Health & Welfare: Ensure the safety, health, and wellbeing of all students and staff, adhering to regulations and implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Institutional Representation & Advocacy: Represent the institution at local, regional, and national levels, advocating for the institution's needs and promoting its achievements. Facilitate partnerships that advance educational opportunities for students.

Key Achievements:

• Spearheaded growth strategies, increasing the institution's student population to over 1500, creating a vibrant and diverse learning environment.
• Led the greening and beautification initiatives, enhancing the campus' aesthetics and fostering a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Drove improvements in performance metrics, effectively securing external funds to address and clear outstanding financial obligations.
• Successfully revitalized stalled infrastructure projects at Lafey Technical Training Institute and Eldas Technical Training Institute, ensuring completion and enhancing the educational facilities.
• Maintained rigorous oversight to ensure that the institution is financial, academic, and operational records were up to date, facilitating a successful and timely audit process.

Position Title: Principal or Head of the institution.

Organization: Wajir Technical institute Collage.

Location: Wajir County.

Duration: from 1st December 2021-29th September 2022

Reports to: Education principal secretary for state department of TVET under the ministry education under the national Government.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Institutional Management: Provide visionary leadership and direction to the institution, overseeing the development and implementation of academic, operational, and financial plans that align with the institution's goals and objectives.
• Curriculum Development & Implementation: Oversee the creation and execution of academic programs, ensuring the curriculum meets the evolving needs of the students and industry standards. Collaborate with faculty to ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
• Faculty & Staff Management: Lead recruitment, training, and professional development of staff, ensuring a team of motivated and competent educators. Conduct regular performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback to foster continuous improvement.
• Financial & Resource Management: Oversee budget preparation, resource allocation, and financial planning to ensure efficient use of institutional resources. Ensure timely payment of bills and manage external funding sources to support the institution's growth.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Foster strong relationships with industry stakeholders, government agencies, and the wider community to promote the institution's programs and enhance student employment opportunities.
• Academic Excellence & Student Success: Ensure high academic standards are maintained, promote student-centered learning, and provide support systems to assist learners in achieving their educational goals. Establish systems for tracking student performance and addressing any academic challenges.
• Safety, Health & Welfare: Ensure the safety, health, and wellbeing of all students and staff, adhering to regulations and implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Institutional Representation & Advocacy: Represent the institution at local, regional, and national levels, advocating for the institution's needs and promoting its achievements. Facilitate partnerships that advance educational opportunities for students.

Key Achievements:

• Spearheaded growth strategies, increasing the institution's student population to over 1500, creating a vibrant and diverse learning environment.
• Led the greening and beautification initiatives, enhancing the campus' aesthetics and fostering a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Drove improvements in performance metrics, effectively securing external funds to address and clear outstanding financial obligations.
• Successfully revitalized stalled infrastructure projects at Lafey Technical Training Institute and Eldas Technical Training Institute, ensuring completion and enhancing the educational facilities.
• Maintained rigorous oversight to ensure that the institution is financial, academic, and operational records were up to date, facilitating a successful and timely audit process.

Organization: Elwak Technical institute Collage.

Location: Mandera County.

Duration: from February 2020- December 2021

Reports to: Education principal secretary for state department of TVET under the ministry education under the national Government.

Key Responsibilities :

• Institution Development and Leadership :
• Founded and developed ELWAK Technical Training Institute from the ground up, establishing all necessary processes and frameworks.
• Led the establishment of a governance structure, ensuring adherence to educational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Designed and implemented the institution's vision, mission, and strategic objectives.
• Recruited and developed an effective administrative team to support day-to-day operations.
• Curriculum and Program Development :
• Oversaw the development of a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with industry standards and the needs of the local community.
• Initiated and nurtured partnerships with industry professionals and technical experts to enhance the relevance and quality of training programs.
• Ensured the integration of practical and theoretical learning to maximize the employability of graduates.
• Academic and Operational Oversight :
• Managed the academic staff, providing leadership, training, and development opportunities to foster a high-quality educational environment.
• Established effective teaching and learning methodologies, ensuring the continuous improvement of course offerings.
• Coordinated the development and implementation of the institution's academic calendar and operational plans.
• Financial Management and Resource Allocation :
• Developed and managed the institution's budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to meet institutional goals.
• Sought out and secured external funding and partnerships to ensure the sustainability and growth of the institution.
• Implemented cost-control measures to ensure financial stability while maintaining high-quality training.
• Student Enrollment and Support :
• Promoted the institute to attract students, resulting in a population of 67 students in the first year of operation.
• Developed and maintained effective student support services, including academic advising, counselling, and career services.
• Ensured a safe and conducive learning environment for students, addressing any concerns and resolving issues promptly.
• Community Engagement and Stakeholder Collaboration :
• Fostered relationships with local government bodies, businesses, and community organizations to support the institution's growth and integration into the community.
• Organized community outreach programs to raise awareness about the importance of technical education and training.
• Compliance and Reporting :
• Ensured compliance with local, regional, and national educational regulations and standards.
• Managed institutional reporting, including regular updates to stakeholders on academic progress, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.

Key Achievements :

• Successfully established a operational institution with a student population of 67 within the first year.
• Developed a robust foundation for academic and operational success, setting the stage for future growth and development.

Position Title: Regional education manager.

Organization: Aid Vission.

Location: Banadir and Hirshabelle State.

Duration: from January 2018-August 2020.

Reports to: Program Director

Program Management and Implementation:

• Lead the design, planning, and implementation of education programs within the region, ensuring they meet the needs of displaced populations, children, and youth affected by crisis.
• Coordinate the delivery of educational services, including formal and non-formal education, literacy programs, vocational training, and child protection education.
• Ensure all educational activities align with the humanitarian organization's goals, as well as relevant national and international education standards and policies.

Staff Supervision and Development:

• Manage and support a team of education staff, including teachers, community outreach workers, education facilitators, and administrative personnel.
• Provide capacity-building initiatives and professional development for education staff, particularly on issues related to education in emergencies (EiE), child protection, and psychosocial support.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide mentorship and support to ensure high-quality education services.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Oversee the education program budget for the region, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently in line with the needs of the affected populations.
• Manage the procurement and distribution of educational materials, including textbooks, learning aids, and classroom supplies.
• Ensure that the educational infrastructure, such as temporary learning spaces and community schools, is properly equipped and maintained.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster strong partnerships with local authorities, humanitarian actors (such as UN agencies, NGOs, and donors), community leaders, and other stakeholders to improve educational outcomes.
• Advocate for the right to education for all displaced children and youth and ensure alignment with national education policies where possible.
• Coordinate with other sectors (such as health, nutrition, protection) to ensure integrated service delivery and that education activities are aligned with other humanitarian interventions.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of educational programs in achieving desired outcomes, such as improved learning outcomes, school attendance, and psychosocial support for learners.
• Conduct regular field visits, assessments, and consultations with beneficiaries to gather feedback and ensure that educational programs are responsive to the evolving needs of the crisis-affected population.
• Use data collected from monitoring and evaluation activities to provide regular reports and recommendations for program improvements to senior management and donors.

Policy Development and Advocacy:

• Support the development of region-specific education policies and strategies in alignment with global humanitarian education frameworks (e.g., Education Cannot Wait, Inter-Agency Network for Education in Emergencies).
• Advocate for increased funding and support for education in emergencies, highlighting the importance of education in crisis settings for the future recovery and stability of affected communities.

Reporting and Communication:

• Prepare regular reports on the status of education programs, including progress, challenges, and lessons learned, for internal and external stakeholders, including donors, senior management, and government counterparts.
• Ensure effective communication of the education program's objectives, activities, and outcomes to donors, beneficiaries, and other humanitarian actors.

Key Achievements

• Successfully led the implementation of education programs for over 10,000 displaced children and youth in crisis-affected areas, improving access to education.
• Established 15 temporary learning spaces in refugee camps, providing education to marginalized children who were previously out of school.
• Coordinated partnerships with UN agencies and local governments to secure funding for education in emergencies, increasing program funding by 40%.
• Improved school attendance rates by 25% through the integration of child protection and psychosocial support services within education programs.
• Developed and delivered capacity-building training for 50+ education staff and volunteers, enhancing the quality of education in emergency settings.
• Monitored and evaluated education programs , leading to program adjustments that resulted in a 30% increase in student retention rates in conflict zones.

• Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Project Coordination & Implementation
• Daily Oversight: Manage and coordinate day-to-day activities of education projects, ensuring alignment with project proposals, work plans, and budgets
• Planning & Resource Allocation: Collaborate with partners and relevant teams to develop activity schedules, allocate resources, and track project progress against set timelines and targets
• Problem Solving: Identify operational challenges and propose solutions; work with other program staff to refine implementation strategies as needed
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
• Progress Tracking: Support and monitor local partner activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives and impact indicators
• Data Collection & Analysis: Coordinate with MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) teams to gather, analyze, and interpret project data; use findings to inform program improvements
• Timely Reporting: Compile and submit regular project updates and comprehensive monthly/quarterly reports to the Education Coordinator, highlighting successes, challenges, and recommendations for adjustments
• Capacity Building & Technical Assistance
• Training & Workshops: Organize and facilitate capacity-building initiatives for Community Education Committees (CECs), teachers, parents, and other education stakeholders
• These may include:
• Psycho-social support training
• School safety audits
• Community-based child protection and positive parenting sessions
• Outreach activities to raise awareness of child protection services
• Teacher training on pedagogical approaches
• Ongoing Support: Provide technical guidance to partners and beneficiaries to ensure adherence to international quality standards, protection principles, and accountability measures
• Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination
• Community Education Committees (CECs): Work hand-in-hand with CECs to plan, implement, and monitor school projects, ensuring community ownership and sustainability
• Local Authorities & External Representation: Keep local authorities informed of ongoing activities and advocate for collaborative approaches to education
• Represent the organization in external forums, including education cluster meetings, to foster coordination and knowledge exchange
• Visitor Management: Accompany visitors (both internal and external) to project sites, showcasing achievements and addressing any inquiries
• Project Administration & Compliance
• Budget & Resource Management: Assist the Education Coordinator in tracking project budgets and overseeing resource utilization to maintain efficiency and compliance with donor and organizational guidelines
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of project documents, including proposals, agreements, beneficiary data, and relevant administrative files
• Adherence to Policies: Ensure all project activities comply with organizational procedures and policies, including safeguarding, financial regulations, and reporting requirements
• Communication & Collaboration
• Liaison for Education Coordinator, Serve as a primary point of contact for all education-related operational and project matters; escalate urgent issues promptly
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other program departments (e.g., Finance, Logistics, MEAL, Protection) to harmonize interventions and troubleshoot project bottlenecks
• Community Engagement: Develop and nurture positive relationships with beneficiaries, local partners, and other key community influencers to enhance project success and community trust
• Additional Responsibilities
• Problem Identification & Solution Proposals: Regularly scan the operating environment to identify emerging risks or opportunities, proactively recommending course corrections or enhancements
• Innovation & Best Practices: Contribute to identifying innovative methods or best practices in education programming to strengthen the quality and impact of interventions
• Other Duties: Perform any other tasks consistent with the level of this role as delegated by the Education Coordinator or line manager.