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Sophie Amir Hashim

Nairobi

Summary

A dedicated social work professional with the desire to take on new challenges. Experienced in providing humanitarian assistance for individuals affected by gender based violence, physical disabilities, substance abuse & alcoholism and war & food insecurity. Took part in extensive research on systemic relationships between institutions and service users. Focuses on advocacy, prevention and education to reduce impacts and reoccurrences of vulnerabilities. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary stakeholders to create solid support networks for service user needs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Civilian Protection Advisor

OSE
Mogadishu
01.2024 - Current

1. Created policies for advocacy for vulnerable communities and the rehabilitation of former Al-Shabaab members in Hirshabelle and Galmudug.

2. Created gender-sensitive strategies and programs targeting vulnerable women and girls in Somalia.

  • Provide psychosocial support for vulnerable women
  • Integrate gender perspectives into all protection activities.
  • Address the specific protection needs of women, girls, boys, and men.
  • Promote women's participation in peacebuilding processes.

3. Promote understanding and respect for child safeguarding principles in Somalia.

4. Organized and coordinated fundraising campaigns to promote the Office of the Special Presidential Envoy's (OSE) mission.

5. Collaborated with MOIFAR and other agencies to ensure the successful implementation of donor-funded projects, such as settlement.

6. Assisted in developing proposals for new projects, programs, and initiatives.

Development Officer

KIHUMBE
Mbeya
03.2023 - 01.2024

1. Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets for extensive projects related to vAGYW living with HIV/AIDS, and youth with a past in crime.

2.Forecasted, scheduled, and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency, and presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

3. Conducted training for KIHUMBE officials and volunteers on a holistic delivery of mental health services to various vulnerable group members.

4. Participated in cross-functional training responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems related to Kihumbe as an organization in terms of funding, project direction, etc.

5. Taking into account the delicacy of the vulnerable groups, we ensured compliance with applicable national and international laws, regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.

Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for the successful completion of projects.

7. Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of projects in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.

Mental Health & Protection Officer

Blå Kors Stavanger(steg for steg program)
Stavanger
02.2021 - 03.2023

1. Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations and human safeguarding in regard to Blå Kors (Blue Cross) service users.

2. Enhance and develop individual and community-based intervention programs to promote inclusion, capacity building, and advocacy for individuals living in vulnerable conditions. Examples of the interventions include:

  • Collaborated with the University of Stavanger and Stavanger Hospital University (Stavanger Universitetssjukehus) for service users interested in continuing their education, responsible for graduates with bachelor's degrees in social work and nursing.
  • Worked with a local newspaper and journalist to write articles about a step-by-step program (steg for steg) to create awareness for the rest of the community.

3. Utilized knowledge, experience, and network as a researcher to select and compile relevant information and resources from the University and our main contacts in the Ministry of Health, Education, and Labor to personalize service user interventions for individuals overcoming mental, physical, and financial challenges, for example:

  • Presented well-detailed reports and articles related to the vulnerabilities involved in our organization.

4. Meeting with service users during one-on-one sessions on a monthly basis to assist with personal goal setting, educational services, social skills, and career development.

5. Create and execute e-learning courses, providing personal, educational, and social development for the organization and its volunteers.

6. Work with senior project leaders to create project scopes targeting the Norwegian Labour & Welfare Organization (NAV) sponsorships to create work opportunities for individuals in vulnerable situations.

Student Assistant

Universitetet i Stavanger
Stavanger
08.2021 - 12.2021

1.Routinely meeting with students and teachers regarding in class issues and learning interruptions in relation to time management and deadlines and collaborated with fellow student assistant to create policies to provide interventions
2.Supervised and conducted foundational research with students in several of their masters research topics such as integration of asylum seekers in Norway, immigration laws, abolition of forced marriages in The Western African region, substance abuse issues and stigmas of the COVID 19 pandemic in relation to East Asian citizens and students

3.Guided new students through the integration process at the University , advised and referred students to appropriate University resources in relation to field work opportunities in Denmark
4.Prepared performance reports, weekly presentations and articles using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and word for one on one sessions with the students
5.Designed and prepared an alumni program for social work graduates,recruited representatives from each year and organized the 2021-2022 alumni meetings

HR ASSISTANT

BCD Travel -UN Office
Nairobi
08.2017 - 07.2019

1.Supervision and coordination of health and safety committee activities motivated by principles of protecting, promoting, and supporting mental health and wellbeing in the work place such as;

  • One on one guidance and counseling sessions
  • Recreational activities such as sports and spa sessions
  • Creating and instilling policies related to diversity,inclusivity , gender equality at the work place
  • External and internal training sessions on mental health and safe working environments
  • Trained as the first respondent during fire and security emergencies

2.Created, organized and maintained employee personnel files (contracts and insurances) to secure sensitive data
3.Planned,organized and presented company events such as sale lunches with clients and airlines

4.Coordinated new employee onboarding procedures such as ;

  • Taking new employees through the company intranet to explain company personnel policies and benefits
  • Coordinating welcoming lunches

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

BCD Travel - UN office
Nairobi
05.2016 - 07.2019

1.Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for supervisors and managers
2.Revised and maintained master calendar to coordinate meetings/calls across multiple time zones for our Kenyan,American and Mexican offices

3.Typed documents such as correspondence, drafts, memos and emails, and prepared daily reports for management
4.Relayed messages, retrieved reports and printed documents for co-workers to assist with office workflow

5.Participated in frequent communication with other administrative team members,human resources and finance departments on special projects and events
6.Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents

7.Screened phone calls for executives to instantly identify priority clients and filter out spam calls

8.Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion

Education

Master of Science - Social Work & Welfare

University of Stavanger
Stavanger, Norway
02.2022

Research courses - Counselling Psychology

United States International University - Africa
Nairobi
09.2018

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations-Development studies

United States International University
Kenya
08.2016

Languages

English
First Language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Norwegian
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

1.Dr Bertha Kasambala - Technical Director, Baylor College of Medicine Children Foundation- Mbeya,Tanzania kasambalab@yahoo.co.uk +255 767 029 955 

2.Omar Hashi - Director OSE-Mogadishu,Somalia

omar.hashi@presidency.gov.so +254 721 602 578

3.Sara Soma- Supervisor Attende As - Norway

Sara.soma@me.com +47 468 18 602

Timeline

Civilian Protection Advisor

OSE
01.2024 - Current

Development Officer

KIHUMBE
03.2023 - 01.2024

Student Assistant

Universitetet i Stavanger
08.2021 - 12.2021

Mental Health & Protection Officer

Blå Kors Stavanger(steg for steg program)
02.2021 - 03.2023

HR ASSISTANT

BCD Travel -UN Office
08.2017 - 07.2019

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

BCD Travel - UN office
05.2016 - 07.2019

Master of Science - Social Work & Welfare

University of Stavanger

Research courses - Counselling Psychology

United States International University - Africa

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations-Development studies

United States International University
Sophie Amir Hashim