Yousuf Abdirahman

I am a senior healthcare executive and Hospital Director with over a decade of leadership experience across the public, private, and humanitarian sectors in Somaliland. Leveraging dual Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Project Planning, I specialize in navigating complex operational environments to drive financial sustainability and large-scale organizational growth. I have a proven record of leading high-performing teams and implementing rigorous M&E systems to ensure excellence in clinical and administrative service delivery. I am now seeking a strategic leadership role where I can apply my expertise in operational scaling and strategic management to help a global organization achieve its mission.

1. GM

   Hospital Director

   Present

   Gargaar-2 Multispecialty Hospital · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2024 — Present · Hargeisa, Somaliland · 2 yrs

   • Direct and oversee all day-to-day hospital operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and quality of patient care.
   • Manage the hospital's complete financial lifecycle, including cash flow control, budget development, and financial planning to ensure profitability.
   • Develop and execute annual fiscal plans aimed at profit maximization and sustainable long-term growth.
   • Spearhead strategic expansion initiatives to grow the hospital's presence from a district to a regional level.
   • Coordinate external partnerships and lead engagement in Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programs to secure resources and expand services.
2. CS

   Lecturer, Principles of Accounting

   Civil Service Institute (CSI) · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   Jun 2026 — Jul 2026 · Hargeisa, Somaliland · <1 yr

   • Selected to teach the Principles of Accounting course to new students at the institute.
   • Develop course curriculum, including presentations, assignments, quizzes, and final examinations.
   • Manage student records, including attendance and academic performance, while upholding ethical standards.
3. AU

   Lecturer, Economics

   Admas University · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2024 — 2025 · Hargeisa, Somaliland · 1 yr

   • Developed and delivered engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions for undergraduate economics courses.
   • Instructed students on core economic principles including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and development economics.
   • Designed, administered, and graded all course assessments, including assignments, quizzes, and exams, ensuring timely feedback.
   • Contributed to curriculum development meetings to enhance the academic program and incorporate real-world economic issues.
4. TC

   Administrative Officer

   Tayo Company · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2022 — 2024 · Hargeisa, Somaliland · 2 yrs

   • Oversaw all daily administrative and operational activities to ensure smooth business functioning.
   • Managed sales and marketing efforts to expand the company's service offerings and market reach.
   • Implemented a KPI-based performance evaluation system to monitor and enhance staff productivity.
   • Designed and led staff capacity-building programs, resulting in measurable improvements in team performance and skills.
5. HG

   Manager

   Haboonuura, Group of Companies · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   2017 — 2019 · Hargeisa, Somaliland · 2 yrs

   • Directed daily business operations, ensuring the effective implementation of organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
   • Supervised, trained, and supported a team of staff, fostering a culture of high productivity and exceptional service delivery.
   • Managed the complete budget lifecycle, from preparation and expenditure monitoring to ensuring compliance with financial best practices.
   • Handled all administrative functions including procurement, logistics, documentation, and executive reporting.
   • Supported business development and organizational growth by contributing to marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives.
6. WV

   Enumerator

   World Vision International (WVI) · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   3-year role · Hargeisa, Somaliland

   • Conducted comprehensive field data collection, including household surveys and community assessments for humanitarian projects.
   • Utilized digital data collection tools such as ODK, mWater, and KoboToolbox to ensure data accuracy and efficiency.
   • Engaged directly with community members to support field verification activities and provide timely, accurate reports to project teams.
   • Supported critical monitoring, evaluation, and research activities for development programs over a three-year period.
7. ST

   Field Farm School Teacher

   Save The Children International (SCI) · M.JEH. Gabiley & Borama

   M.JEH, Gabiley & Borama

   • Acted as a lead Field Facilitator for the KOICA-funded Climate Smart Agriculture initiative.
   • Trained over 5,000 farmers across 14 villages in climate-smart agricultural practices and improved farming techniques.
   • Facilitated farmer awareness sessions, on-site demonstrations, and community engagement activities to drive adoption of new methods.
   • Delivered specialized training on post-harvest loss (PHL) reduction and value chain management.
   • Provided professional sessions on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) using organic and biological methods.