Iqro Abdi Olow
Dublin
Summary
Motivated and community-oriented professional with a BSc in Agriculture and Environmental Science, a Diploma in Social Work, and ongoing studies in Project Management for International Development and Humanitarian Aid. With a solid academic foundation and hands-on experience, I specialize in agriculture, rural economics, humanitarian aid, and community outreach. I am dedicated to supporting migrants, coordinating emergency responses, and facilitating educational programs, with a passion for social development, youth empowerment, and environmental sustainability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
ECO-UNESCO
Dublin
04.2024 - Current
- Assist with planning and delivery of youth-led environmental campaigns
- Facilitate engagement workshops and sustainability education sessions
- Provide logistical support for events and outreach activities
Interpreter & Social Support Worker
Somali Communities in Ireland
02.2024 - Current
- Provide Somali-English interpretation for migrants and asylum seekers
- Support clients in accessing housing, health, and social services
- Advocate for cultural understanding and community inclusion
Consultant
Tusmo Youth Organization NGO
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported youth-led initiatives targeting IDPs and refugee communities
- Contributed to project planning, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement
- Developed community support programs in education, livelihoods, and social welfare
- Partnered with NGOs and agencies to improve conditions for displaced youth
Assistant Lecturer - Rural Economics & IDPs
Somali National University
09.2020 - 12.2024
- Delivered undergraduate lectures on rural economics, internal displacement, and development planning
- Developed academic materials, assessments, and learning guides
- Conducted research on rural development and IDP integration strategies
- Supported students through seminars, tutorials, and academic advising
- Participated in outreach projects related to agriculture and displacement
Report Writer - COVID-19 Call Centre
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Produced daily national COVID-19 statistical and geographic reports
- Coordinated staff training and emergency centre resource mobilisation
- Supported national health efforts through accurate data documentation
Data Collector
Somali Agribusiness Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Collected field data from rural communities on agricultural practices
- Assisted in analysis and reporting for agribusiness development initiatives
Education
Diploma - Project Management for International Development and Humanitarian Aid
SITCO
04.2025
BSc (Hons) - Agriculture and Environmental Science
Somali National University
Mogadishu, Somalia06.2020
Diploma - Social Work
Innovation Institute for Technology and Consultancy
Mogadishu, Somalia03.2019
Skills
- Rural economics & agricultural development
- Migrant and asylum seeker support
- Intercultural communication & interpretation
- Project coordination & data analysis
- Workshop & training facilitation
- Academic instruction & research
- Report writing & statistical reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer, ECO-UNESCO, Dublin, 04/01/24, Present, Assist with planning and delivery of youth-led environmental campaigns, Facilitate engagement workshops and sustainability education sessions, Provide logistical support for events and outreach activities
- Interpreter & Social Support Worker, Somali Communities in Ireland, 02/01/24, Present, Provide Somali-English interpretation for migrants and asylum seekers, Support clients in accessing housing, health, and social services, Advocate for cultural understanding and community inclusion
References
- Ciara Muldoon, Education and Training Coordinator, ECO-UNESCO, +353 86 159 1946, ciara.muldoon@ecounesco.ie
- Osman Ahmed Mohamud, Head of Department, Agriculture, Somali National University, +252 617 521 258, osman@snu.edu.so
Timeline
Volunteer
ECO-UNESCO
04.2024 - Current
Interpreter & Social Support Worker
Somali Communities in Ireland
02.2024 - Current
Consultant
Tusmo Youth Organization NGO
04.2023 - 12.2024
Assistant Lecturer - Rural Economics & IDPs
Somali National University
09.2020 - 12.2024
Report Writer - COVID-19 Call Centre
02.2020 - 09.2020
Data Collector
Somali Agribusiness Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
Diploma - Project Management for International Development and Humanitarian Aid
SITCO
BSc (Hons) - Agriculture and Environmental Science
Somali National University
Diploma - Social Work
Innovation Institute for Technology and Consultancy
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