Nimco Ahmed Shukri

I am an environmental science professional with five years of field experience directing community-based conservation, waste management, and climate initiatives across Somaliland. As the founder of an urban plastic-recycling enterprise, I integrate grassroots environmental management with practical expertise in ESIA screening, GIS mapping, and ecological monitoring. I specialize in community mobilization and multi-stakeholder engagement to advance natural resource stewardship. My work centers on building long-term climate resilience and practical circular economy models in vulnerable dryland environments.

1. SE

   Founder & Lead

   Present

   Somaliland Eco Solutions

   2021 — Present · 5 yrs

   • Directed enterprise operations to scale community plastic waste collection, sorting, and processing workflows
   • Designed and executed public awareness campaigns that educated urban residents on waste reduction and single-use plastic alternatives
   • Mobilized local municipal authorities, community partners, and volunteer networks to execute targeted environmental clean-up drives
   • Supervised end-to-end site logistics for collection, manual sorting, and aggregation of recyclable plastic materials
   • Captured first place with the Best Idea Award in the Plastic Solutions Ramadan Contest for community-level waste management innovation
2. AF

   Field Officer / Community Engagement Support

   Alliance for Peace, Integration and Climate Action (APICA)

   2021 — 2024 · 3 yrs

   • Led community mobilization and awareness sessions targeting invasive Prosopis juliflora management and land restoration
   • Supported wildlife care, habitat protection, and monitoring activities under the Geed-deeble Wildlife Conservation Program
   • Facilitated interactive community workshops and dialogues focused on local climate resilience and sustainable natural resource management
   • Built operational partnerships with traditional elders, youth leadership, and municipal representatives to align conservation goals
   • Gathered field data and authored technical monitoring reports evaluating ecological indicators and community outreach outcomes