Mohamed Abdurrahman Mohamed
Dublin,,Ireland - Stamp 4 Holder
Summary
Economist and policy analyst with over six years of experience supporting evidence-based strategy, economic policy development, and programme evaluation within government and public-sector environments. Proven track record in macroeconomic analysis, policy research, and stakeholder engagement, delivering clear insights to inform strategic decision-making at senior and ministerial levels. Highly experienced in translating complex economic data into concise briefing materials, reports, and presentations for government, boards, and international partners. Brings strong analytical rigour, policy awareness, and collaborative working style aligned with Enterprise Ireland’s mission to support Irish enterprise growth and competitiveness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Centennial Vision 2060 Coordinator
National Economic Council (NEC)
Mogadishu, Somalia
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported the development and implementation of Somalia's national strategic vision, aligning policy objectives with international frameworks and long-term growth targets.
- Coordinated the commissioning and evaluation of over 13 research studies and technical reports, ensuring outputs met quality standards and informed strategic decision-making.
- Developed monitoring frameworks, KPIs, and reporting templates to track implementation progress and assess the effectiveness of strategic initiatives.
- Prepared high-quality briefing notes, analytical reports, and presentations for senior management, government leadership, and external stakeholders.
- Liaised extensively with government ministries, private sector representatives, and international partners (World Bank, UNECA, UNCTAD) to ensure enterprise and economic priorities were clearly represented.
- Supported evidence-based adjustments to strategy and programmes based on emerging economic trends and stakeholder feedback.
Research Analyst (Economist)
National Economic Council (NEC)
Mogadishu, Somalia
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted over 10 macroeconomic and sectoral analyses across trade, labour markets, fiscal policy, agriculture, and financial inclusion to support national policy development.
- Gathered, analysed, and synthesised economic data from national and international sources to assess policy impacts and inform evidence-based recommendations.
- Applied econometric and statistical techniques to evaluate programme effectiveness and identify drivers of economic performance.
- Produced policy briefs, analytical reports, and presentations for senior policymakers and external stakeholders.
- Contributed to cross-functional teams, coordinating inputs and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.
Economic Analyst
Ministry of Finance
South West State , Somalia
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Supported development and oversight of macroeconomic frameworks, including forecasting and fiscal analysis.
- Assessed public revenue and expenditure trends to inform fiscal and enterprise-related policy decisions.
- Conducted surveys, needs assessments, and analytical studies to support evidence-based policymaking.
- Prepared reports, briefing notes, and presentations for senior government officials and development partners.
- Collaborated with multiple government departments and external stakeholders to ensure coherent policy inputs.
Education
MBA - Finance & Banking
Sudan International University
Khartoum I Sudan 01.2016 - 01.2018
BSc - Economics
International University of Africa
Khartoum I Sudan 01.2011 - 01.2015
Banking Accounting - Accounting
University of Khartoum
Khartoum I Sudan 01.2013 - 01.2014
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Economic & Policy Analysis (Qualitative & Quantitative)
- Macroeconomic Monitoring & Trend Analysis
- Programme Evaluation & Operational Reviews
- Strategy Development & Implementation Support
- Evidence-Based Decision Support
- Stakeholder Engagement & Government Liaison
- Report Writing, Briefing Notes & Presentations
- Cross-Functional Coordination & Project Management
- Client-Focused Policy Development
- Data Analysis (Python, SQL, R, Power BI)
Certification
- IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate (Covers Python, SQL, Data Analysis) | 2025
- Financial Development and Financial Inclusion | IMF & European Investment Bank | 2025
- Data Analysis & Dashboards with Power BI | Data for Development | 2025
- Data Analysis and Economic Modelling | Trade Policy Training Centre in Africa | 2024
- Data analysis to inform SDG policy formulation and evaluation | United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) | 2023
- Training on Statistical Data Analysis for Post Graduate Students and Staff using R Programming Language | RUFORUM, and Makerere University | 2022
TECHNICAL & ANALYTICAL SKILLS
- Data & Analytics: Python, SQL, R, Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel
- Economic Analysis: Econometric modelling, time-series analysis, regression, forecasting
- Policy & Strategy: Cost-benefit analysis, KPI development, programme evaluation
- Reporting: Briefing notes, policy papers, senior-level presentations
Accomplishments
- Presidential Award for Outstanding Coordination of the National Vision, Office of the President, Federal Republic of Somalia (June 2025)
- Outstanding Youth Leader Award, National Economic Council (NEC) at Astaan TV (December 2023)
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Arabic (Fluent)
Somali (Native)
Volunteer
South Dublin Volunteer Centre, Ireland, 2025-07, 2025-09, Contributed to local environmental and community projects, demonstrating initiative and commitment to integrating and contributing to my new community.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Centennial Vision 2060 Coordinator
National Economic Council (NEC)
01.2024 - 05.2025
Research Analyst (Economist)
National Economic Council (NEC)
01.2022 - 12.2023
Economic Analyst
Ministry of Finance
05.2018 - 12.2021
MBA - Finance & Banking
Sudan International University
01.2016 - 01.2018
Banking Accounting - Accounting
University of Khartoum
01.2013 - 01.2014
BSc - Economics
International University of Africa
01.2011 - 01.2015