Abdullahi Mohamed Keinan

• Exercises disciplinary control over and removes persons holding or acting in those offices as stipulated in the law.
• Establishes and abolishes offices in the County Public Service.
• Enhanced team productivity by facilitating advanced leadership training programs.
• Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decisionmaking.
• Strengthened governance structures, reviewing and updating policies and procedures.
• Elevated organization's public image through strategic media relations and branding efforts.
• Optimized resource allocation with development of detailed annual budget.
• Ensured organizational compliance with industry standards and regulations by overseeing comprehensive audit process.
• Enhanced board decision-making processes by introducing comprehensive data analysis techniques.
• Participates in the appointment and confirmation of appointments of persons to hold or act in the office of Public, County Offices, and the boards of urban areas in Garissa county.
• Prepares regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the execution of the functions of the board.
• Promotes the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 in Garissa county public service.
• Evaluates and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 are complied with in the county public service.
• Facilitates the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in the county.
• Advises Garissa county government on human resource management and development, and on
• implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the county.
• Recommends to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the Garissa county government, on the remuneration, pensions and gratuities for county public service employees
• Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
• Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
• Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
• Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.

Programme delivery/implementation

Working closely with the Thematic Program Manager , Program Coordinators (Education, Child protection and Child Rights governance ), Program Operation Manager as well as local partner staff to:

• Provide overall strategic and operational leadership to programme team members and partners programming under NORAD_SIDA_Danida programming.
• Lead the development and successful implementation of high-quality program activities in line with the grant agreement and SC technical and operational requirements.
• Develop detailed implementation plans, procurement plan, MEAL plan including phased budgets, updating these as required by participating the relevant program, finance, supply chain and MEAL team.
• Conduct planning meetings with key program staff, while ensuring adequate planning documents are established and maintained.
• Ensure that activities are appropriately planned, that delays and constraints are documented, and solutions identified.
• Inspire, lead and motivate programme staff and partners to deliver on programme objectives and build culture of accountability within the programme.
• Ensure strong internal communications with team members, partners and SCI Country Office at large.
• Ensure adequate and clear processes in place for developing and applying a MEAL system in general and specifically tracking/reporting on progress against deliverables, monitoring quality, establishing workable Accountability and Learning systems/practices within the programme across SCI and partners.
• Plan, organize and facilitate regular joint programme meetings and reviews with staff and partners
• Ensure timely program reports on project activities in compliance with internal requirements and any relevant external donor requirements.
• Oversee and support implementation, including the supervision of proper targeting, identification, registration, and monitoring of beneficiary lists to prevent overlap with other humanitarian programmes in the intervention areas.
• Steer efficient internal coordination with NORAD_SIDA_Danida programmes, as well as other SC program teams, to ensure effective program integration within the areas of intervention.
• Coordinate closely with other humanitarian actors and UN agencies for geographic mapping and ensure program activities are in line with national and humanitarian technical priorities.
• Ensure that efficient systems are in place to mitigate risk and to support all aspects of project activity, including financial and grant management, project monitoring and evaluation, and that they support the effective use of project resources and allow for contingencies, in compliance with NORAD_SIDA_Danida regulations.
• Work closely with the Monitoring, Research, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning and Monitoring (MEAL) team (Head of MEAL, MEAL Managers, and MEAL officers) to develop appropriate monitoring and evaluation plans and to capture learning opportunities; ensure that data collection processes are standardized and applied by all field staff.
• Ensure all administrative procedures are followed, such as those regarding vehicle use and procurement.
• Ensure logistics/administrative staff provide sufficient and timely support to programmes and programmatic staff.
• Ensure partner implementation of program activities is timely, appropriate, and compliant with program design and donor regulations.
• Arrange regular/Ad-hoc meetings with project implementation team, technical team (PDQ) and member focal points and other relevant departments for program progress review, to promote integration and to foster team collaboration for program success.
• S/he will provide programmatic and technical capacity and coordinate with other technical leads in all aspects of the implementation of programming.
• Anticipate the supply needs of the projects and submit timely order requests for all project supplies needed so that procurement can be initiated and supplies delivered on time.
• Ensure that proper supplies procedures are followed and all materials are being used for their intended purpose.
• Ensure that Project staff prepare, monthly reports and movement plans are submitted in time.
• Review DIPs and work plans on a regular basis together with Project Staff to ensure they are in line with the logical framework and objectives of the project.

Financial, Budget and Grant Management

• Serve as overall budget holder for NORAD_SIDA_Danida awards; support sub-budget holders for individual projects and grants as appropriate.
• Ensure that programme budgets are managed through rigorous budget and finance monitoring practices with participation of all key functions involved in projects.
• Oversee the general application and observance of financial procedures and guidelines set out in SC financial manual and donors' requirements.
• Lead the timely expenditure of approved budgets, avoiding both underspending and overspending on grant line items.
• Ensure monthly AIR meetings are conducted to review programme BVA.
• Work together with Area Managers/ Field Managers and Thematic Managers to develop, phase and implement based on their field level budgets.
• Ensure that budgets are spent and charged to their respective budget heads and grants by diligently reviewing the financial (AGRESSO) reports at least every month and bringing to the timely attention of the Deputy Director of Operations and the Finance Director any major budget concerns.
• Monitor the implementation of grant Sub-budgets, keeping the Project implementation staff informed.
• Efficiently and successfully manage the grant cycle by putting in place robust mechanisms to start, implement and close grants in line with donor as well as Save the Children's policies, with support from the Country Office Award Management team.
• Ensure that grants are managed as per Save the Children's and donors' requirements; lead the development, review and approval of high-quality donor reports that reflect information from all implementing teams, in line with internal and donor requirements.
• Work with Assistant Program Manager(s) to gather accurate field information on particular activities for the development of new program design ideas, budgets revisions and learning

Programme Development and Strategy

• Lead the development of Project Modifications and Amendment requests as identified during the implementation of the project.
• Contribute to situation/response analysis and any corresponding revision of program strategy documents and sector response plans, ensuring integration with other sectors.
• Work closely with PDQ and Awards/Finance team on the coordination of follow-on funding for the program. This includes developing funding strategies, creating grant proposals, and identifying strategic leads and concepts.

Partnership Management

• Work with Partnership Manager and Operations to identify local partners with whom Save the Children will work with to deliver programmes to beneficiaries including children.
• Liaise with the partnership Manager to conduct partner screening with a view to identify the right partners to deliver programs and projects.
• Coordinate partnership ongoing capacity building programmes as per capacity assessment plans.

Human Resources and Administration

• In close collaboration with Program Operation Manager, Area Manager, Field Office Manager, and thematic Managers the Senior Program Manager will supervise the respective program management team funded by the programmes: conduct performance evaluations, with the support of technical specialists identify staff skills development needs and seek technical assistance from relevant TSs and management support from the operations director to fill the gaps identified.
• See that all project staff are aware of and understand SCI policies and procedures; take appropriate disciplinary measures as needed.
• Promote accountability, communicating expectations and providing constructive feedback through regular performance reviews.
• Responsible for the timely recruitment, orientation, and training of new staff as needed.

Coordination, advocacy and representation

• Map out efforts of other stakeholders within the sectors relevant to the programme and take appropriate actions to effectively coordinate the programme and achieve maximum efficiency
• Represent SC and the multi-sector program in NORAD_SIDA_Danida donor meetings and with representatives from NORAD_SIDA_Danida.
• The senior Program Manager will represent Save the Children in relevant coordination forums within the country, and internationally, as and when required.
• Ensure that involve programme partners coordinate their part of the programme with other stakeholders.
• Maintain good working relationships with officials and other humanitarian actors, particularly those within the relevant government agencies (local and national authorities including technical departments, INGOs, NGOs, UN agencies.)
• Represent SC and maintain good working relationships among the international and local NGO community, among community leadership structures and community-based organizations, and with visiting donor and third-party monitoring teams and other key contacts. Keep abreast of NGO, government, and donor initiatives relevant to SC's work.
• Maintain focus on SC program principles.
• Encourage teamwork, openness, and honesty among NORAD_SIDA_Danida project staff and between SC and its partners.
• Ensure that programme's operational and technical lessons and good practices are documented and disseminated by working with relevant team members in Programme Development and Quality
• Oversee development of programme advocacy plans, key advocacy messages and implementation and evaluation of those plans.

Monitoring and evaluation

• Where security permits, the Senior Program will make frequent visits to field sites, to monitor and oversee project implementation and provide managerial guidance/support identifying issues that need timely action and support at different levels.
• Ensure the development and application of a comprehensive MEAL system/plan for the programme, development and monitoring of programme quality, identification and undertaking operational researches, documentation and dissemination of best practices of the programme through working with relevant managers and staff in PDQ and Operations.
• Maintain clear overview of technical assistance requirements for the programme and ensure appropriate levels of technical support are provided by working with PDQ team
• Work with Monitoring, Evaluation and Research unit to develop tools and ideas to ensure that the program is monitored against measurable and appropriate indicators.
• Ensure regular price monitoring and post distribution monitoring is carried out appropriately and contributes to analysis.
• Support and ensure the timely completion of program assessments, evaluations and other reviews required in the program.
• Contribute to situation/response analysis and any corresponding revision of program strategy documents and sector response plans ensuring integration with other sectors.
• Ensure best practices are gathered, documented, and shared with the wider program.
• Update the programme IPTT and output tracker from time to time.
• To conduct lessons learn events and programme reviews from time to time and when relevant.
• To ensure communities participate in programme implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Work with MEAL and operations to coordinate any midline or endwise evaluation of the programme to establish the extend with which the programme is contributing to its high level
• Advocate to government and community on child rights related issues

Programme Development

· Initiate, lead, organize and undertake (as applicable) together with education team needs assessments and surveys that form the basis for initiating or developing new projects in relation to primary/secondary education, teachers training, skills training and employment and capacity building subsections

· Play an active role in initiating and preparing of concept notes and proposals in all sub-sectors of education mentioned above

· Ensure that all assessments, concept papers and proposals are prepared taking into account SCI's Theory of Change and

Child Rights Programming (CRP) principles and approaches based on the global and country education strategies

Project/Program planning and Implementation

· Work closely with Head of Education and subsection technical specialists in planning, technical execution, monitoring and reporting of all education programmes/projects

 Manage implementation of all education programmes of SCI in Puntland in accordance with requirements stipulated in the programme documents

· Ensure that detailed implementation plans (DIPs) are prepared and implemented for all education subsections of education implemented in Puntland

· Ensure that projects are implemented in accordance with the work plans and the involvement of partners and concerned stakeholders at all levels

· Support project implementing partners in preparing plans for implementing project activities and ensure coordination within and among projects and partners.

· Provide support to implementing partners and ensure that they apply appropriate project implementation strategies and approaches as indicated in the project documents

· Ensure that SCI and its partners implement project activities in a most efficient, effective and sustainable manner

· Provide qualitative management and technical leadership in introducing and/or strengthening Save the Children's education programme in Puntland

· Ensure that sound project/program monitoring and evaluation system/tools are developed and applied and thereby ensure that individual project progress (activities and outputs), results and immediate objectives (outcomes) and impacts are systematically tracked, documented and shared as appropriate.

· As security permits to travel project sites of SCI and partners in Puntland and conduct regular monitoring of projects together with project and MEAL Team

· Ensure the participation of children/target groups in the project management cycle based on CRP principles and approaches

· Organize regular project review meetings involving all stakeholders and partners in Puntland and ensure that planning/implementation of projects are informed by the outcomes of the reviews. This includes regular steering committee meetings and following up of agreed action points between SCI and consortium members

· Ensure that in coordination with MEAL team good practices and lessons are documented and shared internally and externally as appropriate

Coordination and Collaboration

· Ensure that all SCI supported education programmes are implemented using a Sector Wide Approach in general and in close coordination with SCI and other actors and partners operating Puntland

· Establish good working relationship with MOE and their offices at regional and district levels and ensure that they take a leading role in planning, managing and monitoring of project activities

· Maintain close technical collaboration with like-minded (strategic) and other stakeholders engaged in education sector in Puntland and ensure that up to date information is maintained as to their activities and plans that could help identify areas of collaboration/coordination and planning of our future actions.

Report Preparation and Submission

· Ensure timely project monitoring reports are produced and shared with SCI programme implementation staff, MEAL Manager and partners for action

· Ensure that SCI local partners in Puntland submit timely and adequate project technical and financial reports as per the reporting requirements

· Together with appropriate finance/grant management staff verify completeness/ appropriateness of partners' financial report before compilation and submission to donors

· Provide technical support to local partners in order for them to prepare and submit required reports

· Prepare timely and high quality project progress and completion reports that meet donor requirements.

People Management, Mentoring and Development

· Ensure that all education team members understand and are able to adapt their roles in both emergency and development contexts

· Manage the education team; define expectations, provide leadership and support as needed

• Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
• Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
• Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
• Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
• Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
• Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
• Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
• Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
• Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
• Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
• Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
• Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
• Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
• Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
• Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
• Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
• Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling learners; provided personalized support that contributed to marked improvements in overall understanding of course material.
• Championed a positive classroom culture where questions were encouraged and mistakes viewed as learning opportunities, boosting overall student confidence in their abilities as scientists.
• Organized field trips and guest speakers to expose students to various career opportunities within the scientific community, inspiring future scientists.
• Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
• Served as a mentor and advisor for students interested in pursuing careers in science-related fields, guiding them through college applications and scholarship opportunities.
• Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
• Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
• Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
• Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
• Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
• Contributed to curriculum development committees, sharing expertise to revise and improve science education programs.
• Increased student engagement in STEM subjects by organizing science fairs and guest speaker events.
• Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular themes, enhancing student comprehension and retention.
• Promoted culture of scientific inquiry, encouraging students to ask questions and conduct independent research.
• Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management, lesson planning, and effective teaching strategies.
• Cultivated passion for learning in students, utilizing innovative teaching methods and technology integration.
• Improved student performance on standardized tests with targeted review sessions and practice exams.
• Advocated for importance of science education, influencing school policies and resource allocation to support STEM initiatives.
• Developed and executed detailed lesson plans, aligning with state curriculum standards and learning objectives.
• Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, addressing diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds.
• Engaged parents and guardians in educational process, through regular communication and involvement in school events.
• Led professional development workshops on science education best practices, enhancing skills of fellow educators.
• Implemented formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills, through project-based learning and real-world applications.
• Coordinated with school administration to maintain laboratory safety standards, ensuring secure environment for experiments.
• Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
• Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
• Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
• Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
• Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
• Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
• Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
• Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.

• Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
• Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, ensuring a well-rounded education experience for students.
• Fostered a love of learning within students by emphasizing curiosity, exploration, and discovery as key components of scientific inquiry.
• Maintained clear communication with parents regarding student performance and areas for improvement, supporting their involvement in the learning process.
• Strengthened connections between abstract scientific principles and everyday life through relatable examples during instruction.
• Mentored new teachers within the school community, sharing expertise and offering guidance to promote their success in the classroom.
• Contributed to curriculum development efforts by providing feedback on course materials and suggesting improvements based on classroom experiences.
• Boosted student participation through the implementation of interactive activities for various science topics.
• Established a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication and mutual respect among students.
• Assessed student progress regularly through both formal evaluations and informal observations, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for optimal results.
• Promoted critical thinking skills among students by challenging them to solve complex problems related to real-world situations in science lessons.
• Increased student interest in scientific concepts through engaging hands-on experiments and demonstrations.
• Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
• Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
• Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
• Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
• Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
• Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
• Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
• Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
• Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
• Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
• Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
• Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
• Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
• Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.