Mukhtar Mohamed Mohamoud

As a highly motivated and results-oriented Project Manager with over six years of experience, I excel in leading inclusive development and humanitarian projects within challenging contexts. My expertise encompasses project design, implementation, team leadership, donor reporting, and stakeholder engagement. I am adept at managing cross-functional teams, applying international technical standards, and utilizing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to deliver measurable outcomes. I am passionate about creating sustainable impact for vulnerable communities through strategic planning and effective resource management.

1. PI

   Project Manager

   Plan International - Somaliland · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   July 2022 — March 2025 · Hargeisa, Somaliland · 3 yrs

   • Designed and directed inclusive humanitarian projects in full alignment with donor proposals and international standards.
   • Managed a team of over 10 staff members across Hargeisa and Burao, overseeing recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
   • Enforced strict compliance with safeguarding, PSEA, gender, and disability inclusion policies across all project activities.
   • Developed comprehensive work plans, budgets, and indicator frameworks, diligently monitoring monthly progress to ensure project objectives were met.
   • Supervised all project reporting to donors, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, timely reports aligned with funding schedules.
   • Acted as the organization's representative in national cluster meetings and technical working groups to coordinate humanitarian efforts.
2. SI

   Project Manager

   SPARK International - Somalia & Somaliland · Hargeisa & Mogadishu

   Feb 2020 — June 2022 · Hargeisa & Mogadishu · 2 yrs

   • Spearheaded multi-regional economic empowerment and youth livelihood projects within fragile settings.
   • Supervised diverse project teams and coordinated activities across multiple country offices to maintain uniform quality and standards.
   • Cultivated and managed strategic partnerships with local NGOs, private sector actors, and government ministries to enhance project reach and impact.
   • Ensured all project activities were audit-ready and met quality control standards by maintaining strict alignment with donor frameworks.
   • Authored detailed donor and internal reports, substantiating findings with both quantitative and qualitative evidence to demonstrate project outcomes.
   • Contributed to strategic planning, fundraising initiatives, and the drafting of new concept notes to secure future funding.
3. S-

   Project Officer

   SORADI - Social Research and Development Institute · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 · Hargeisa, Somaliland · 3 yrs

   • Supported the successful implementation of key projects focused on strengthening governance and civil society.
   • Organized and managed community engagement events, including stakeholder dialogues and public consultations, to foster local participation.
   • Monitored field-level project delivery and captured critical beneficiary feedback through surveys to inform programmatic adjustments.
   • Produced compelling success stories, monthly reports, and project updates to keep donors informed of progress and impact.
   • Assisted in the development of proposals and donor communication materials to support fundraising and stakeholder management.