# ABDULLAHI AHMAD - Senior Information Management and AME Specialist
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Mogadishu

## About
Highly experienced Information Management and AME professional with a proven track record in humanitarian contexts, specializing in leveraging data-driven insights to optimize program impact. Adept at designing robust IM tools, conducting comprehensive data analysis, and leading capacity-building initiatives to enhance data literacy and decision-making across diverse stakeholders. Committed to delivering actionable intelligence that drives strategic planning and ensures impactful outcomes aligned with humanitarian response frameworks.

## Work
### Sr CCCM Cluster Information Management Associate | IOM
Led comprehensive data management, analysis, and visualization initiatives for the CCCM Cluster, enhancing strategic decision-making and program effectiveness.
- Managed and updated complex data systems, conducting in-depth analyses to uncover critical insights, directly supporting strategic decision-making and program objectives.
- Designed and distributed timely, accurate reports and factsheets, leveraging dashboards and briefings to effectively communicate program progress to diverse stakeholders.
- Utilized advanced GIS tools to produce high-quality spatial maps, optimizing program planning and resource allocation by ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
- Developed impactful charts, infographics, and interactive dashboards to enhance data communication and facilitate data-driven decision-making across teams.
- Coordinated field data collection and provided technical support, ensuring high data quality through rigorous validation and cleaning processes for improved program outcomes.
### Senior AME (Accountability, Monitoring, and Evaluation) / Information Management Officer | ACTED
Led AME and IM functions, designing robust data systems, conducting complex analysis, and building capacity to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous program improvement.
- Enhanced data accuracy by 40% and achieved 98% overall accuracy through automated validation and mobile data collection, streamlining report production and reducing turnaround time by 40%.
- Boosted data-driven decision-making by 25% via interactive dashboards and increased program outreach by 30% through efficient GIS mapping solutions.
- Improved stakeholder engagement and satisfaction by delivering timely, customized reports and data visualizations tailored to specific needs.
- Reduced data entry errors by 35% and increased data reliability by introducing standardized data collection protocols and technical support for field operations.
- Trained over 100 field and AME staff, increasing data literacy by 30% and significantly improving data reporting quality.
- Improved geographic targeting accuracy by 25% and enhanced program impact by implementing advanced GIS analysis for optimized resource deployment.
- Significantly reduced data breach risks and ensured compliance with organizational data protection standards by establishing rigorous security protocols.
### AME (Accountability, Monitoring, and Evaluation) / Information Management Officer | ACTED
Managed AME and IM activities, ensuring data quality and accuracy, conducting analysis, reporting, and building capacity for data-driven approaches.
- Established robust AME data systems and standardized data collection protocols, significantly improving data accuracy, confidentiality, and report production efficiency for donor reporting and impactful decision-making.
- Developed feedback mechanisms and trained field teams in data-driven practices, resulting in consistent, high-quality data collection, streamlined troubleshooting, and continuous program improvements informed by outcome analysis and stakeholder insight.
### AME Information Management Assistant | ACTED
Supported program monitoring through data collection, database management, visualization, and field support, ensuring data quality and confidentiality.
- Improved data accuracy by 30% across program monitoring activities through the implementation of rigorous quality control measures.
- Reduced report turnaround time by 35% and maintained high accuracy in AME summaries by streamlining database management and reporting processes.
- Improved stakeholder engagement by 25% by developing user-friendly dashboards and visual presentations for accessible data insights.
- Increased data collection efficiency and consistency by 40% through comprehensive training and technical support to field teams.
- Boosted field teams' proficiency in M&E practices by training over 100 staff on essential data tools.
- Ensured data confidentiality and prevented unauthorized access by establishing robust data protection protocols aligned with organizational standards.
### DATA COLLECTOR ENUMERATOR | REACH
Conducted efficient data collection, documentation, and survey input, actively contributing to the development and optimization of new surveys and questionnaires.
- Maintained high productivity, efficiently managing daily data collection workload to meet project deadlines.
- Accurately documented observations and critical data points, ensuring comprehensive record-keeping for analysis.
- Processed and input survey data from participants into Odk/Kobo systems, ensuring accurate record-keeping and facilitating subsequent data review.
- Contributed to project optimization by actively participating in the development and testing of new surveys and questionnaires.

## Education
### Accord University | Information Management/Technology
### Puntland State of University | Information Management/Technology
### Imam Shaafici Secondary School

## Languages
- Somali
- English
- Arabic
- German

## Certificates
### Implementation of Crisis Modifier Support
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### AME Implementation in FSL
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### HRP Development
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### AME Diploma
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### PSEA Training
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### BESAFE Training
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### Children Safeguarding
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### Field Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### Lifeblood Crisis Modifier
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### FSL Crisis Management Context
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### AME-XLSFORMS Development
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### Data Collection Training
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01
### Data Management Training
UNHCR/ACTED/CWW | 2022-02-01

## Skills
### Data Management & Analysis
- Quantitative Data Collection
- Qualitative Data Collection
- Sampling Methodologies
- Data Analysis
- Digital Data Gathering (ONA, ODK)
- Data Validation
- Data Cleaning
- Data Quality Assurance
- Database Management
- Conflict Analysis
- Social Studies
- Human Rights
### Data Visualization & Reporting
- Power BI
- Carto
- Google Studio
- R Shiny App
- R Data Management
- R Data Visualization
- Microsoft Fabric
- Dashboard Development
- Factsheet Development
- Infographics
- Report Writing
- Data Storytelling
### Information Management (IM)
- IM Tools Development
- 5W Matrices
- Gap Analysis
- Cluster Coordination
- ZITE Manager CFM Tool
- Humanitarian Information Management
### Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
- AME Frameworks
- Program Monitoring
- Outcome Analysis
- Program Effectiveness
- Accountability Frameworks
- Decision Making
### Software & Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Software Development
### Project & Program Management
- Capacity Building
- Cross-sectoral Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Field Support
- Program Planning
- Resource Allocation
- Team Coordination
### Security & Compliance
- Data Security
- Data Confidentiality
- Data Protection Protocols
- Security Strategies
- Organizational Standards
### Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- GIS Software
- Spatial Analysis
- Map Creation
- Geographic Targeting

## References
### Said Nur Ahmad
UNHCR Protection Associate, ahmads@unhcr.org
### Abdirhaman Mohamed Farah
Snr Livelihood Advisor, Abdurrahman.farah@giz.de
### Nasr Jama
Database Manager, nasra.jama@acted.org

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