Abdiwahab Ahmed Ali
Addis Ababa
Summary
Investigating the role of leadership in community economic growth.
Results-driven Business Development Manager with over eight years of experience in leadership, strategic partnerships, and business growth. Expertise in market expansion, financial services, digital transformation, and humanitarian project management. Strong background in Development Studies and Business Administration, with a proven track record in fostering collaborations with financial institutions, telecom companies, and government agencies. Active participant in high-profile economic and leadership conferences, committed to innovation, policy advocacy, and sustainable business models in Africa.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Manager
Feres
Addis Ababa
01.2023 - Current
- Spearheading business growth initiatives, strategic partnerships, and financial integrations to expand Feres’ services across Ethiopia and Africa
- Strengthening collaborations with eBirr, EthioTelecom, Safaricom, CoopBank, CBE Bank, Huawei Ethiopia, CBE Birr, TeleBirr, and 1000+ businesses
- Developing and executing strategies for market expansion, customer acquisition, and digital transformation
- Representing Feres at key industry forums, enhancing brand visibility, and driving investment opportunities
General Secretary & Regional Manager
Tabaarak ICT Solutions
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed multiple businesses under Tabaarak ICT Solutions, improving operational efficiency and business development
- Led the implementation of digital solutions to streamline business operations and enhance market positioning
Operations Manager
Dhaweeye
Mogadishu & Hargeisa
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed SOPs to optimize efficiency and service quality, increasing customer base by 40% and company operations by 54%
- Managed sales, marketing, and logistics, improving business performance through data-driven decisions
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Solidarity Community Development Organization (SCDO)
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Designed impact indicators, conducted project evaluations, and enhanced data collection methodologies
- Recommended improvements to logical frameworks and participated in project reviews and workshops
Disaster Relief Team Leader
Khadija Foundation
Puntland & Somaliland
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Led emergency response efforts in collaboration with Emirates Red Crescent, overseeing aid distribution and crisis intervention
Education
Master’s in Business Administration -
American College of Technology
01.2025
Bachelor’s in Development Studies -
Admas University
Hargeisa, Somaliland01.2017
Skills
- Business Development
- Market Expansion
- Strategic Partnerships
- Investment Negotiation
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Financial Inclusion
- Digital Transformation
- Policy Advocacy
- Economic Development
- Data Analytics
- M&E Strategies
- Microsoft Office
- SPSS
- CRM Tools
- Digital Marketing
- Fundraising Platforms
Certification
- Leadership & Management,
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Admas University
- SPSS & Data Analysis, YAZA Research Centre
- Customer Service & Business Development, Tanmia Group
- ICT & Digital Transformation,
- Grant & Proposal Writing,
- Multimedia & Graphic Design, Sunrise College
- Computer Science & Networking, Sunrise College
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Somali, Native
- Arabic, Proficient
Awards
- Academic Achievement Award, Admas University, 2017
- Work Competence & Integrity Recognition, Khadija Foundation, 2017
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Community Outreach Volunteer – Engaging in youth mentorship and humanitarian programs.
- Child Care & Social Work – Supporting orphans, vulnerable families, and IDPs.
- Health & Disaster Response – Worked on Somaliland Cyclone One relief efforts (2018).
Research Activities
Leadership and Community Economic Development, Investigating the role of leadership in community economic growth., 5 Months, Self-Funded
Key Conferences
- AYLD5 (African Youth Leadership Dialogue), Represented UNHCR in Djibouti.
- African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Conference, Engaged in business policy discussions.
- 57th Session of the Economic Commission for Africa, Participated in economic strategy dialogues.
- GITEX Africa 2025, Morocco, 04/25, Africa’s largest tech & startup event.
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Feres
01.2023 - Current
General Secretary & Regional Manager
Tabaarak ICT Solutions
01.2020 - 12.2020
Operations Manager
Dhaweeye
01.2019 - 12.2019
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Solidarity Community Development Organization (SCDO)
01.2018 - 12.2018
Disaster Relief Team Leader
Khadija Foundation
01.2017 - 12.2017
Master’s in Business Administration -
American College of Technology
Bachelor’s in Development Studies -
Admas University
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