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Education
Skills
Teaching
Awards
Publications
Languages
Hobbies and interests
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Hodo Ahmed Abdilahi

Dublin

Summary

Civil Engineer with academic and practical experience in construction and project management, with exposure to water-related projects. Demonstrates a strong understanding of regulatory compliance, sustainability, and environmental considerations. Possesses a solid foundation in development policy, with the ability to contribute to engineering solutions that align with societal and environmental objectives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Public relations Director

Gollis University
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Develop, implement, and monitor systems and procedures necessary for the smooth

Operation of the public relations and communications function.

  • Develop, coordinate, and oversee programs, technical assistance, and resource

materials to assist chapters in the marketing, communications, and positioning of

their activities.

Director of the College of Engineering and Architectural Sciences

Gollis University
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Responsible for the School of Civil and geo-Sciences, School of Urban and Architecture and school of Telecommunication and Electrical Engineering.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, students, alumni, industry partners and government agencies.

Chairwoman- (Volunteer)

SSWE
11.2021 - 03.2024
  • Supported organisational vision and activities in line with its mission and values.
  • Contributed to strategic planning initiatives and engagement with key stakeholders to define long-term goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated with women-led organisations in Africa advocating for women in STEM fields.

Temporary-Senior Researcher

Academy for Peace and Development
Hargeisa, Somaliland
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Produced detailed reports including research methods, findings, and recommendations.
  • Authored research papers, policy briefs, and reports for publication in reputable journals.
  • Conducted policy analysis to support evidence-based recommendations for sustainable development policies.

Regional Representative

African Development Forum-KDIS
Sejong, South Korea
12.2022 - 08.2023
  • Advocating for policies that promote sustainable development in Africa, both within the institute and in external forums.
  • Collaborating with other international organisations, such as the Asian Forum, the Latin American and Caribbean LAC forum and the Korean Development Institute, to align efforts and promote effective development strategies.

Structural Engineer

Darmaan Construction and consulting Company
Hargeisa, Somaliland
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Prepared engineering documentation, including calculations, drawings, and specifications, in both onsite and remote settings.
  • Collaborated with architects and design teams onsite and remotely to assess design feasibility and improvements.
  • Supported onsite construction monitoring to ensure compliance with design specifications and standards.

Co-founder

Society of Somali Women Engineers (SSWE)
Hargeisa, Somaliland
07.2021 - Current
  • Established and co-founded the Society of Somali Women Engineers, a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting women in STEMM fields.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans, mission statements, and vision statements to guide the organisation's activities and objectives.

Translator & Office work

Consulate General of Turkey
Hargeisa, Somaliland
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Employed as an interviewer and translator.
  • Responsible for the meticulous review of visa applications.

Intern

Najah Construction
Hargeisa, Somaliland
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to implement quality control measures, including material testing, structural inspections, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Provided administrative support to multiple departments, aiding in the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

Education

MSc - Development Policy, Concentrations (1st Sustainable Development, 2nd Regional Development and Environment Policy)

KDI School of Public Policy and Management
Sejong, South Korea
2023

MSc - Civil Engineering (Hydraulics Major)

Ondokuz Mayis University
Samsun, Türkiye
2022

BSc - Civil Engineering

Gollis University
Hargeisa, Somaliland
2018

Skills

Technical & Software Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • SAP2000
  • HEC-RAS
  • Microsoft Excel

Engineering & Project Skills

  • Construction Site Management
  • Basic Project Coordination

Professional Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Team collaboration

Additional Competencies

  • Understanding of Development Policy
  • Awareness of Sustainability and Environmental Practices

Teaching

  • Abaarso Tech University (ATU), Post-Graduate School

 1. Environmental Problems and Disaster Risk Reduction.

  • Gollis University (GU), Hydraulics and Water Resource Management Department

1.  Flood and Drought Management.

2.  Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

Awards

  • Somali Women in Engineering Award, 2024
  • Global Ambassador Scholarship, KDI School of Public Policy and Management, 2022
  • Türkiye Bursları Scholarship, Türkiye Government, 2018.
  • 1st Student with GPA of 4.0, Gollis University, 2016

Publications

  • The Causes and Consequences of Somaliland Presidential Election Delays, 2023-12-01
  • Systematic Analysis on Adaptation of Modern Construction Using Advanced Technology: The Perspective to Bangladesh, Abdilahi, H.A, 2021-12-01, UDEF
  • A Systematic Study on Bangladesh's Construction Waste Management: Past, Present and Future, 2021-12-01, UDEF
  • Trend Analysis of Somali Precipitation Data, Abdilahi, H.A, Partal, T., 2020-12-01, ICENSS Conference, Ankara

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Intermediate
B1
Turkish
Advanced
C1
Korean
Beginner
A1
somali
Proficient
C2

Hobbies and interests

  • Cycling
  • Music
  • Cooking and Baking
  • Traveling
  • Reading (history and fiction books)

Timeline

Public relations Director

Gollis University
09.2024 - 06.2025

Director of the College of Engineering and Architectural Sciences

Gollis University
11.2023 - 08.2024

Temporary-Senior Researcher

Academy for Peace and Development
09.2023 - 12.2023

Regional Representative

African Development Forum-KDIS
12.2022 - 08.2023

Chairwoman- (Volunteer)

SSWE
11.2021 - 03.2024

Structural Engineer

Darmaan Construction and consulting Company
09.2021 - 07.2022

Co-founder

Society of Somali Women Engineers (SSWE)
07.2021 - Current

Translator & Office work

Consulate General of Turkey
11.2020 - 04.2021

Intern

Najah Construction
06.2017 - 03.2018

MSc - Development Policy, Concentrations (1st Sustainable Development, 2nd Regional Development and Environment Policy)

KDI School of Public Policy and Management

MSc - Civil Engineering (Hydraulics Major)

Ondokuz Mayis University

BSc - Civil Engineering

Gollis University
Hodo Ahmed Abdilahi