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Abdikariim Mohamoud Haddi

IT officer

Somaliland8+ years experience

Also works as: ICT Lecturer · IT Officer · Network Security Analyst · Network Administrator · Systems Administrator · Technical Trainer · Academic Coordinator · IT Support Specialist

Senior ICT Specialist and Network Engineer optimizing higher education infrastructure and technical operations

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About

I am an ICT educator and network specialist with eight years of experience bridging the gap between enterprise infrastructure and academic instruction in Somaliland. Currently advancing my expertise through a degree in Network Security, I specialize in optimizing campus technology environments, managing database administration, and designing technical curricula that build student competency. My background combines hands-on systems engineering with leadership in digital literacy and higher education administration to ensure robust institutional performance. I am now seeking a senior role where I can leverage my expertise in network optimization and technical leadership to drive large-scale digital transformation projects.

Experience

  1. AS

    Computer Applications Trainer

    Adal Secondary and Primary Schools

    <1 yr

    • Instructed secondary school students in core computer applications and office productivity software suites.
    • Engineered structured lesson plans and hands-on exercises to systematically elevate student digital literacy.
    • Facilitated laboratory practical sessions focusing on operating systems, basic networking, and digital tools.
    • Assessed student progress through continuous practical assignments, milestone projects, and formal examinations.
    • Maintained lab workstations and peripheral hardware to preserve dependable classroom computing environments.
  2. BS

    Secondary and Primary School Teacher

    Badbaado Secondary and Primary Schools

    <1 yr

    • Delivered national curriculum English instruction to Form One and Form Two student cohorts.
    • Taught foundational Tarbiya coursework across grades 7 and 8 with a focus on ethical development.
    • Authored comprehensive lesson plans, homework tasks, and term assessments to monitor comprehension.
    • Orchestrated classroom discussions and debates to strengthen oral, reading, and written communication skills.
    • Coordinated with parents and school leadership to support individual student academic performance.
  3. GU

    Full-time Lecturer

    Golis University

    2 yrs

    • Delivered foundational and advanced undergraduate ICT lectures covering networking, programming, and databases.
    • Developed rigorous syllabi, instructional materials, and hands-on lab modules to enhance applied learning.
    • Guided undergraduate cohorts through capstone research projects and technology development initiatives.
    • Evaluated academic progress through continuous assessments, laboratory practicals, and semester examinations.
    • Participated actively in departmental board meetings and faculty-wide curriculum enhancement workshops.
  4. GU

    Associate Dean, Faculty of ICT

    Golis University

    1 yr

    • Managed day-to-day academic operations, master course timetables, and teaching allocations across the ICT faculty.
    • Enforced departmental adherence to national accreditation benchmarks, examination protocols, and academic standards.
    • Addressed student academic petitions, advising needs, and grievance procedures to improve retention.
    • Facilitated faculty development workshops and modernized undergraduate computing course offerings.
    • Partnered with university executive leadership to align departmental goals with institutional expansion plans.
  5. AU

    Part-time Lecturer

    Alpha University

    <1 yr

    • Delivered undergraduate lectures in computing and information systems following accredited university syllabi.
    • Supervised practical computing labs to reinforce database management and networking concepts.
    • Designed and administered targeted quizzes, practical lab tests, and final examinations.
    • Conducted dedicated office hours to assist undergraduate students with challenging course concepts.
    • Submitted accurate grading records, student evaluations, and attendance documentation within departmental deadlines.
  6. SN

    Supervisor

    Somaliland National Electoral Commission (NEC)

    <1 yr

    • Directed polling and registration teams to execute transparent and orderly electoral procedures.
    • Enforced national electoral commission operational protocols and statutory guidelines across field stations.
    • Resolved on-site operational bottlenecks and escalated sensitive issues to regional directors.
    • Coordinated the deployment and secure handling of sensitive electoral materials and verification forms.
    • Compiled detailed post-operation field monitoring reports and daily incident summaries for central leadership.
  7. AM

    IT Officer

    Adal Medical University

    2 yrs

    • Administered campus local area network infrastructure, switches, routers, and computer hardware systems.
    • Maintained institutional databases and student information systems to safeguard data integrity.
    • Delivered comprehensive desktop support, hardware diagnostics, and application troubleshooting for faculty and staff.
    • Configured workstation operating systems, user credentials, and access permissions in accordance with security policies.
    • Advised executive management on hardware procurement, infrastructure upgrades, and technology initiatives.
  8. SB

    IT Intern

    Somtel Borama Branch

    1 yr

    • Supported senior telecommunications engineers with hardware installations, cabling, and routine maintenance checks.
    • Monitored network connectivity parameters and assisted with routine bandwidth performance evaluations.
    • Logged customer technical complaints and collaborated with field technician teams to resolve issues.
    • Configured office workstations, peripherals, and client operating systems for branch operations.
    • Strengthened technical knowledge of telecommunications routing, switching, and corporate IT support workflows.
  9. SN

    Secretary

    Somaliland National Electoral Commission (NEC)

    <1 yr

    • Logged voter registration records and maintained systematic documentation throughout operational cycles.
    • Verified citizen identification credentials strictly against commission validation criteria.
    • Maintained operational logbooks and archived official correspondence for field supervisors.
    • Enforced data integrity standards and confidentiality protocols across all sensitive voter records.
    • Drafted daily operational logs and registration summaries for regional supervisory review.

Education

Master of Science in Network Security

Adas University Hargeisa

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Admas University

Somaliland Certificate of Secondary Education (SCSE)

Al-Aqsa High School

Somaliland Certificate of Primary Education (SCPE)

Al-Aqsa Primary School

Skills

Database ManagementProgrammingIT Support
Network Security
Computer Networking
Web Systems
Systems Administration
Curriculum Delivery
Academic Administration
Classroom Facilitation
Videography
Photography
Community Mobilization
Team Leadership

Languages

SomaliNativeEnglishFluent

Certifications

Diploma in EnglishSh. Mahdi Institute of Languages

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