Abdiqani Yusuf Omar

I am a dedicated Human Resources professional with over 8 years of experience spanning the public sector and academia. My expertise lies in full-cycle recruitment, workforce planning, performance management, and developing HR policies that align with strategic organizational goals. I am adept at managing employee relations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and utilizing HRIS for data-driven decisions. I am passionate about fostering continuous improvement and seek to apply my skills to help an organization thrive.

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   Lecturer, Marketing Management

   Present

   Abaarso University · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2024 — Present · 2 yrs

   • Instruct students on fundamental concepts of marketing management, including customer behavior analysis and market segmentation.
   • Teach the practical application of the 4Ps of marketing (Product, Price, Place, Promotion), branding, and product management.
   • Guide students in developing effective marketing strategies, including promotional and digital marketing tactics.
   • Facilitate the creation of basic marketing plans and train students on methods for evaluating marketing performance.
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   Human Resources Specialist

   Present

   Ministry of Planning and National Development · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2020 — Present · 6 yrs

   • Direct full-cycle recruitment for civil servants, from advertising and screening to interviewing and onboarding, ensuring alignment with merit and diversity.
   • Develop and implement HR strategies including workforce planning, organizational design, and job description creation to meet strategic goals.
   • Manage employee relations, compensation, benefits, and staff welfare programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations.
   • Design and administer performance appraisal systems, support supervisors with performance reviews, and identify training needs to foster continuous improvement.
   • Maintain accurate personnel records and manage HR Information Systems (HRIS) to support data-driven planning and decision-making.
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   Lecturer, Human Resource Management

   Abaarso University · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2020 — 2023 · 3 yrs

   • Delivered a comprehensive Human Resource Management course covering topics from recruitment and selection to employee relations and compensation.
   • Educated students on strategic HRM, HR technology (HRIS), and contemporary issues to prepare them for modern HR challenges.
   • Taught key modules including performance management, training and development, and occupational health and safety.
   • Covered foundational legal and ethical principles in HR, including labor law, ethics, and organizational behavior.
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   Exam Invigilator

   Present

   University of Hargeisa · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2017 — Present · 9 yrs

   • Ensured the integrity of the examination process by meticulously preparing exam rooms, verifying student identification, and managing materials.
   • Maintained a secure and controlled examination environment by clearly communicating rules and actively monitoring students to prevent malpractice.
   • Managed all aspects of exam timing, including announcements and strict adherence to schedules, ensuring a fair process for all participants.
   • Handled the secure collection, counting, and submission of answer scripts, demonstrating high levels of integrity and professionalism.
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   Research Enumerator

   Somaliland Non-State Action Forum (SONSAF) · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   Feb 2017 — Feb 2017 · <1 yr

   • Conducted field research by administering questionnaires and interviewing members of government and educated residents.
   • Gathered critical data to support the forum's public policy objectives and initiatives.
   • Utilized the ODK (Open Data Kit) mobile application for efficient and accurate data collection and submission.
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   Member of Petition Team

   Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Intranational Relations (MFAIR) · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   May 2016 — Jul 2016 · <1 yr

   • Engaged with citizens to advocate for the international recognition of Somaliland, successfully collecting petition signatures.
   • Educated the public on the importance of civic participation in the national recognition effort.
   • Managed the secure collection and maintenance of citizen signatures supporting the statehood campaign.