Ikran Abdullahi Mohamed

Over 8 years of expertise in Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention, response, and risk management across humanitarian and development contexts. Skilled in capacity building, stakeholder engagement, project management, and policy advocacy. Experienced in integrating gender, disability, and social inclusion principles into donor-funded projects and national frameworks.

Gender Lead - Banadir Development Foundation (BADEF) - Nairobi, Kenya

(2023-07)

• Spearheaded the integration of gender, disability, and social inclusion (GEDSI) principles into donor-funded projects (UNOCHA, FAO, Save the Children).
• Developed GEDSI tools to mainstream gender, disability, and social inclusion perspectives into programs and policies.
• Provided strategic advice to partners on gender equality and social inclusion measures.
• Conducted capacity-building training sessions to promote inclusivity.
• Designed and implemented gender-sensitive indicators and monitoring frameworks.
• Led GEDSI-focused workshops for staff and stakeholders.
• Developed and executed gender-transformative strategies.
• Delivered training on Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH).
• Established safe and confidential reporting systems for survivors.

Lead Facilitator, Gender Mainstreaming - United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) - Political Affairs and Mediation Group (PAMG) - Jubbaland Kismayu, Somalia

(2023-06 - 2023-06)

• Led capacity-building sessions on gender, peacebuilding, and women's empowerment.
• Strengthened the inclusion of marginalized groups in peace and state-building initiatives.
• Provided guidance on gender-sensitive conflict resolution and mediation approaches.
• Organized dialogues to advance women's leadership in peace processes.

Consultant - Oxfam in Kenya - Independent Monitoring of Social Protection Interventions - Nairobi, Kenya

(2021-06 - 2022-12)

• Delivered capacity-building and training sessions on ethical principles for supporting GBV survivors.
• Provided guidance on gender-sensitive targeting and distribution strategies for cash assistance.
• Designed gender-responsive monitoring tools to evaluate program impact.
• Conducted post-distribution assessments of Multipurpose Cash Assistance programs.
• Offered recommendations to align social protection systems with government initiatives.

Gender Advisor - Somali Women Agenda (SWA) - EU-funded project on Gender-Equitable Electoral Process - Mogadishu, Somalia

(2020-10 - 2023-05)

• Facilitated women's political participation in Somalia's 2022 elections.
• Designed campaign materials and strategic guidelines for women candidates.
• Formed women's caucuses to enhance political engagement.
• Provided guidance on gender-inclusive electoral policies and frameworks.
• Conducted gender analysis to identify challenges to women's political participation.
• Led capacity-building sessions for staff, local partners, and women representatives on preventing, identifying, and responding to SEA and harassment cases.

Gender Development Consultant - Ministry of Women and Human Rights - Mogadishu, Somalia

(2020-10 - 2024-12)

• Assisted in developing and implementing policies and programs to prevent SEAH.
• Conducted capacity-building and training programs on GBV prevention and response.
• Designed and implemented awareness campaigns on women's rights, gender equality, and GBV prevention.
• Advised on integrating gender-sensitive policies into national frameworks.
• Facilitated workshops to strengthen community-based mechanisms for GBV reporting and response.

Consultant - Ministry of Constitutional Affairs, Federal Government of Somalia - Mogadishu, Somalia

(2016-10 - 2020-09)

• Facilitated civic education workshops for Somali women representatives on the Constitutional review process.
• Trained trainers of trainees (TOTs) for district-level civic awareness.
• Advised on engendering women's roles in elective politics.
• Conducted gender analysis to identify barriers to women's participation and proposed actionable recommendations.
• Involved in developing and leading training workshops for staff, partners, and local communities on recognizing, preventing, and responding to SEAH.

Consultant - Somalia International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Post Distribution Monitoring - Jubbaland, Kismayu, Somalia

(2018-11 - 2018-04)

• Incorporated SEAH prevention measures into the evaluation project.
• Provided guidance on gender-transformative strategies to address power dynamics.
• Conducted gender risk assessments to identify potential challenges and risks faced by women and girls.
• Designed gender-sensitive tools and recommendations to enhance assistance programs.

Consultant - Somalia International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Post Distribution Monitoring - Galgaduud, Somalia

(2018-02 - 2018-10)

• Carried out post-distribution monitoring across 24 villages and 6 IDP settlements.
• Evaluated gender risks and beneficiary perceptions in humanitarian interventions.
• Offered feedback on gender-transformative strategies to enhance program effectiveness and accountability.
• Advised on incorporating gender-sensitive indicators into monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

Assistant Program Manager- Gender Integration - Social Life and Agricultural Development Organization (SADO) - Nairobi, Kenya

(2013-07 - 2017-12)

• Supported the development of SEAH prevention protocols and ensured their integration into program activities.
• Supported project design, implementation, and monitoring of humanitarian projects.
• Coordinated cross-sectoral activities with MEAL teams to integrate gender-sensitive indicators and reporting mechanisms.
• Advised on gender-responsive strategies to address the specific needs of women and girls in project areas.
• Facilitated gender-focused training sessions for staff and partners.

Gender Officer - Social Life and Agricultural Development Organization (SADO) - Nairobi, Kenya

(2013-02 - 2013-07)

• Advocated for gender-sensitive protection mainstreaming strategies.
• Provided guidance on gender-responsive solutions to overcome barriers to women's participation in humanitarian initiatives.
• Conducted gender analysis to inform inclusive program design.
• Supported the development of community outreach programs to raise awareness of sexual violence and exploitation.
• Assisted in establishing confidential reporting mechanisms and ensuring survivors had access to essential resources and support.

Peace and Security Fellowship for African Women - Peace and Security - King's College London (2019-09 - 2020-08)

M.A.

• International Relations - United States International University(USIU- A), Nairobi (2013-09 - 2015-04)

B.A.

• International Relations - United States International University(USIU- A), Nairobi (2010-05 - 2013-04)