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Naasir muhumed Yousuf

Field coordinator and and research

Somaliland•8+ years experience

Also works as: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer · Field Research Supervisor · Data Management Officer · Field Coordinator · Research Assistant · Project Monitoring Officer · Field Operations Officer

Field Research & M&E Specialist | Humanitarian & Development Programs | Data Quality & Field Operations

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About

I coordinate and execute rigorous field research and monitoring operations across complex humanitarian and development environments. My experience spans supervisory oversight, data quality assurance, and team management for initiatives funded by USAID, the World Bank, the EU, UN agencies, and FCDO. Leveraging digital collection platforms such as KoboToolbox, ODK, and Ona, I ensure high data integrity from remote and challenging field locations. I am committed to delivering reliable field evidence that empowers international organizations to make data-driven decisions.

Experience

  1. CR

    Field Work Assistant (Somalia Monitoring Programme, SMP)

    Present

    Consilient Research

    October 2024 — Present

    • Design operational fieldwork schedules and resource plans to streamline monitoring missions across project sites
    • Deploy digital survey tools and monitoring hardware to support reliable data gathering in remote locations
    • Enforce data quality control protocols to maintain high accuracy and consistency across field datasets
    • Execute site risk assessments and safety procedures to safeguard field monitoring personnel during deployments
    • Liaise with community leaders, local authorities, and central management to facilitate uninterrupted field access
    • Author comprehensive field progress reports highlighting operational bottlenecks and actionable mitigation steps
    • Adapt ground logistics dynamically to resolve field disruptions and maintain project delivery timelines
  2. RC

    Team Supervisor and Data Officer

    Raagsan Consulting

    February 2023 — October 2023

    • Directed field enumerator teams to ensure full adherence to study methodologies and data collection protocols
    • Audited incoming digital submissions in real time to detect anomalies and correct enumerator errors immediately
    • Executed systematic data cleaning and validation using Ona and advanced Microsoft Excel functions
    • Monitored daily survey quotas and compiled operational updates for senior project leadership
    • Conducted regular debriefs with enumerators to resolve field discrepancies and maintain questionnaire integrity
    • Validated dataset completeness and logical consistency prior to final export for client reporting
  3. AM

    Data Collection Officer

    Axiom Monitoring and Evaluation

    March 2021 — December 2021 · <1 yr

    • Mapped assigned survey localities and organized travel itineraries to optimize respondent reach and daily coverage
    • Conducted face-to-face respondent interviews, clarifying complex survey questions to maintain response fidelity
    • Logged survey findings accurately across mobile and paper-based data collection instruments
    • Inspected completed evaluation questionnaires systematically to confirm data completeness and validity before submission
    • Managed digital data collection devices and secured sensitive survey files in line with project protocols
    • Reported daily field observations and operational challenges during supervisor debriefing sessions
  4. TR

    Enumerator

    Tusmo Research and Consulting

    February 2019 — January 2021 · 2 yrs

    • Administered post-distribution monitoring questionnaires to beneficiaries using mobile data collection tools
    • Conducted detailed household interviews across targeted geographic zones while upholding ethical standards
    • Documented qualitative and quantitative indicators regarding community vulnerability and local economic activity
    • Verified respondent demographic details on standardized digital forms to maintain database accuracy
    • Cataloged and submitted completed mobile assessment forms to field supervisors on daily schedules
    • Protected participant anonymity and established strong rapport with community stakeholders
  5. HB

    Sales and Cashier (Internship)

    Hema Books

    August 2017 — January 2019

    • Processed customer checkout transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems
    • Reconciled daily cash receipts and balanced registers to ensure financial accuracy
    • Prepared daily transaction summaries and sales logs for management review
    • Assisted store patrons by locating titles, resolving product inquiries, and processing orders
    • Tracked inventory counts and assisted in stock audits to reduce discrepancies
  6. AI

    English Teacher

    Aidam Institute

    October 2016 — July 2017

    • Constructed tailored English curriculum plans covering grammar, vocabulary, and practical conversation
    • Evaluated student performance through structured oral examinations and periodic written tests
    • Facilitated classroom discussions to strengthen student spoken fluency and communicative confidence
    • Maintained comprehensive attendance and performance records to track student progress
    • Delivered individual academic feedback and targeted tutoring to resolve specific learning bottlenecks

Education

Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management

University of Hargeisa

Bachelor's Degree in Development Studies

Admas University

IELTS Readiness Program

Islamic Online University

Skills

Data CollectionMonitoring And EvaluationData CleaningQuality ControlRisk AssessmentOnaRMicrosoft ExcelReporting
Field Coordination
Team Supervision
KoboToolbox
ODK
SurveyToGo
SPSS
Stakeholder Engagement

Languages

SomaliNativeEnglishFull Professional Proficiency) (Fluent

Certifications

Project Cycle ManagementCoursera
Kobo Toolbox for Data Design, Collection and Research AnalysisQaran Research
International Public Sector Accounting Standard (IPSAS)IPSAS Training Institute
Monitoring and Evaluation in EmergenciesCoursera

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