Hoodal Faysl Mahad

I am a project management and MEAL professional with over six years of experience directing civic, education, and governance programs across Somaliland. My expertise spans grassroots mobilization, project cycle management, and impact evaluation for marginalized populations. I have orchestrated cross-regional civic engagement campaigns and established strategic partnerships with national institutions to expand educational access. I am committed to delivering accountable, evidence-driven community development initiatives.

1. AA

   Project Manager & Program Coordinator

   Present

   ADAM Academy

   2021 — Present · 5 yrs

   • Spearheaded the end-to-end execution of donor-funded democracy, education, and civic empowerment initiatives across Somaliland.
   • Directed comprehensive voter awareness and education campaigns spanning all six administrative regions of Somaliland.
   • Designed and operationalized robust MEAL frameworks to track and evaluate outcomes across vocational training and literacy programs.
   • Negotiated strategic institutional partnerships with government entities, including the National Higher Education Commission.
   • Facilitated civic dialogue forums and national advocacy conferences to elevate minority political participation.
   • Authored comprehensive project proposals, donor performance reports, and data-driven evaluation summaries for international stakeholders.
2. DV

   Chairperson & Community Mobilizer

   Daami Village Minority Community Development Committee

   2016 — 2021 · 5 yrs

   • Established community development priorities to guide local empowerment initiatives and targeted assistance frameworks.
   • Facilitated grassroots awareness campaigns focused on civic rights, voter registration, and inclusive public governance.
   • Partnered with external non-governmental organizations and human rights agencies to support local welfare initiatives.
   • Organized community dialogues, youth coaching workshops, and public forums to build grassroots civic leadership.
   • Acted as the primary community liaison for external partners delivering civic education and legal empowerment programs.