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Lul Abdullahi
Project Officer
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,30
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Officer
Somali Lifeline Organization (SOLO)
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing effective collaboration tools.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Kept stakeholders informed of progress through regular status updates clearly communicating any changes to project scope, timeline or budget.
- Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
Head of Operations
Techways Construction Limited.
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction by actively addressing concerns and ensuring timely resolutions.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, enhancing team performance and skill sets.
- Implemented risk assessment procedures to minimize potential disruptions across all areas of operation.
- Managed crisis situations effectively by developing response plans in advance.
- Automated manual processes using technology solutions, increasing accuracy and efficiency within operations.
- Facilitated change management efforts, guiding teams through periods of transition and growth.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies, mitigating potential risks.
- Enhanced team productivity with implementation of agile methodologies, significantly reducing project turnaround times.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maximum value and efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company goals, fostering collaboration and communication.
Project Officer
Save Somali Women and Children
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Address and promote attitudinal and value changes among target groups, leading to informed decision-making, modified behavior, adoption of timely and appropriate practices at individual, family, and community levels.
- Stimulate increased and sustained demand for quality prevention and care services and optimal utilization of available services
- Plan to attend and facilitate monthly meetings with community leaders, support groups, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure community members are mobilized to participate in anti-GBV activities in the camps.
- Develop interventions, including but not limited to advocacy initiatives, awareness raising, and targeted trainings, to strengthen protection response based on data.
- Ensure coordination and collaboration on all protection-related activities.
- Ensure representation of Alight at the Regional, zonal, and local Inter-Cluster Coordination and CP/GBV Technical Working Group meetings, as directed by the regional office supervisor.
- Hold weekly and monthly planning sessions with staff, and prepare work plans for all field.
- Provide objective feedback to staff performance evaluations, as per staff job descriptions, regarding performance, expectations, and areas for growth and professional development.
- Ensure application of standards, guidelines, and good practices for children and women protection in emergency-related activities.
Monitor, analyze, and evaluate project results to ensure achievement of objectives and take corrective action when necessary. - Support the Project Manager in the implementation of project activities, development of work plans, implementation of project activities, and develop a mechanism to monitor the implementation of planned activities and budgets.
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of all project-related reports, especially monthly, quarterly, and annual narrative reports.
Business Administrator
Ibrahim Ali & Company Advocates
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for optimal pricing terms while maintaining high-quality products or services received in return.
- Monitored executive and site schedules to coordinate meetings and corporate events.
- Executed training programs.
- Managed day-to-day development issues.
- Recruiting, training, and managing staff, which included handling employee relations, performance reviews, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty. This included handling complaints, follow-up surveys, and feedback questionnaire forms after services were rendered.
Women and Youth Advocate.
Northern Advocacy Organisation.
04.2016 - 10.2018
- Organized and held forums to create awareness on the plight of women and youth in Northern Kenya.
- Organized and held symposiums to bring together the police and other community stakeholders to improve community policing and the relationship between the police and the public in Eastleigh area.
- Held and gave talks on the local FM stations to sensitize the local population on the plight of women and youth among the Somali society in Northern Kenya.
- Together with my supervisor, the organization championed for the reopening of Garissa College University after the terror attack.
- Helped organize legal clinics in Eastleigh to educate the general public, specifically the refugees from Somalia, on their rights under Kenyan law.
- Championed against FGM and other outdated cultural practices in the North Eastern province of Kenya.
- Assisted in the day-to-day administrative duties of the organization at our headquarters in Nairobi when I was not out in the field.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2001 -
Certificate - Arabic Language
Jamia Training Institute
04.2001 -
Certificate - International Computer Driving License (ICDL)
East African Institute of Certified Studies.
04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Muslim Academy
04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. - Primary School
St. Juliet Primary School
04.2001 -
Skills
Project Management
Presentation abilities
Deadline Adherence
Expert in MS Office Suite
Excellent Communication
Documentation And Reporting
Teamwork and Collaboration
Active Listening
Organizational Skills
Interests
Cooking
Travelling
Timeline
Project Officer
Somali Lifeline Organization (SOLO)
01.2024 - Current
Head of Operations
Techways Construction Limited.
09.2021 - 10.2023
Project Officer
Save Somali Women and Children
01.2021 - 06.2021
Business Administrator
Ibrahim Ali & Company Advocates
10.2018 - 11.2020
Women and Youth Advocate.
Northern Advocacy Organisation.
04.2016 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of Nairobi
04.2001 -
Certificate - Arabic Language
Jamia Training Institute
04.2001 -
Certificate - International Computer Driving License (ICDL)
East African Institute of Certified Studies.
04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education
Muslim Academy
04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. - Primary School
St. Juliet Primary School
04.2001 -