Abdlesemed Jemal Kedir
Addis Ababa,AA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven leader with extensive experience in information management, geospatial data, and humanitarian response. Proven track record in strategic leadership, Programme design, and partnership building across Eastern and Southern Africa. Expertise in using technology to enhance humanitarian coordination, drive data-driven decision-making, and develop impactful programs. Adept at fundraising, compliance, and organizational strategy, with a strong ability to manage diverse teams, foster collaboration, and align regional initiatives with global priorities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Country Representative/Technical Advisor
iMMAP Somalia
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented humanitarian data strategies, integrating geospatial data for multi-sectoral response efforts
- Designed and deployed Open Data & GIS-driven mapping solutions to enhance humanitarian coordination and decision-making
- Provided strategic oversight on geospatial analytics, digital humanitarian initiatives, and technical innovations
- Managed high-level partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and donors, securing USD 700K+ BHA funding annually
- Led training initiatives for 240+ partners on data governance, information management, and data-driven decision-making
- Oversaw security management, budget tracking, and business development strategies
- Strengthen partnership through signing of MoU with Food security and WASH cluster and Somalia Disaster Management Agency.
Contributor – Volunteer
Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT)
11.2020 - Current
- Contributed to digitization projects supporting off-grid electricity mapping in Tanzania
- Assisted in humanitarian mapping efforts for drought response in Borena, Ethiopia
Interim Country Representative
iMMAP Somalia
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Established iMMAP Somalia’s operational framework, ensuring compliance with country regulations
- Represented iMMAP at high-profile humanitarian coordination meetings, including the HCT and Somalia NGO Consortium
- Initiated an internship program with Somalia National University to provide hands-on experience for new graduates
- Led the development of both solicited and unsolicited proposals for business development and fundraising
Deputy Country Representative/Technical Advisor
iMMAP Ethiopia
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Designed and executed project work plans and M&E frameworks in collaboration with senior leadership
- Secured USD 500K ECHO funding annually by cultivating strong partnerships with government agencies and humanitarian actors
- Led a team of 30 Information Management Officers (IMOs), fostering a high-performing and collaborative work environment
- Spearheaded the production of 300+ IM products supporting humanitarian operations across Ethiopia
- Directed the iMMAP-REACH-ACAPS consortium for ECHO HIP 2022, ensuring coordinated and impactful interventions
- Establish internship program for fresh graduates by collaborating with Addis Ababa university
Senior Information Management Officer
iMMAP Ethiopia
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Led the development and implementation of organizational information management strategies and policies
- Supervised the Analysis team in producing key humanitarian situation reports, including conflict assessments and climate-driven crisis analyses
- Developed a satellite-based flash flood prediction tool, enhancing early warning systems for disaster-prone areas
- Provided advanced training to IM teams on data analysis, visualization, and secondary data research
Regional GIS Technical Advisor
RTI International – East Africa Energy Program
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided technical leadership on geospatial analysis and GIS for the Power Africa Initiative across Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia
- Designed GIS databases and spatial models for improved electric utility network planning
- Led capacity-building initiatives for electric utility staff, enhancing GIS and remote sensing capabilities
- Managed large-scale geospatial data acquisition, ensuring quality control and seamless integration into national energy planning
Senior GIS Specialist
NRECA - Ethiopia
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Led a team of 15 enumerators in geospatial data collection for electric sector integration
- Designed and managed a GIS database covering 3,000+ km of electricity infrastructure in Ethiopia
Senior GIS Officer - Climate Change
Addis Ababa City Riverside Development & Climate Change Adaptation Project
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Led GIS-based environmental impact assessments and infrastructure project evaluations
- Developed decision-making tools supporting climate change adaptation strategies
International Consultant
IGAD Regional Pastoral Livelihoods Resilience Project (RPLRP) – Kenya & Ethiopia
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted remote sensing and GIS analysis to combat invasive species in pastoral regions
- Published key research findings on IGAD’s website, influencing regional resilience strategies
Senior GIS Specialist
GeoSAS Consulting Service Plc Ethiopia
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Managed geospatial data projects across agriculture and environmental monitoring
- Led business development efforts to expand geospatial service offerings
Team Leader - Remote Sensing
Space Science and Geospatial Institute - Ethiopia
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Managed a team of 10 specialists, overseeing national and international geospatial projects
- Led greenhouse gas mapping initiatives and implemented remote sensing techniques for environmental monitoring
- Designed and executed geospatial data acquisition strategies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international standards
Education
GIS And Remote Sensing - GIS
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa06.2012
Land Resource Management -
Mekele University
Mekelle07.2008
Skills
- Strategic Management
- Strategic Partnership Development
- Professional Networking
- Fundraising
- Business Development
- Geospatial Technologies
- Budget Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Google Earth Engine
- PostgreSQL
Certification
Python for Data Science, AI & Development
SQL: Data Reporting and Analysis
Change Management
Monitoring and Evaluation
Languages
Amharic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Deputy Country Representative/Technical Advisor
iMMAP Somalia
09.2023 - Current
Interim Country Representative
iMMAP Somalia
09.2023 - 01.2024
Deputy Country Representative/Technical Advisor
iMMAP Ethiopia
11.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Information Management Officer
iMMAP Ethiopia
06.2021 - 11.2022
Contributor – Volunteer
Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT)
11.2020 - Current
Regional GIS Technical Advisor
RTI International – East Africa Energy Program
02.2019 - 02.2022
Senior GIS Specialist
NRECA - Ethiopia
11.2017 - 02.2019
International Consultant
IGAD Regional Pastoral Livelihoods Resilience Project (RPLRP) – Kenya & Ethiopia
12.2016 - 05.2017
Senior GIS Officer - Climate Change
Addis Ababa City Riverside Development & Climate Change Adaptation Project
06.2016 - 10.2017
Senior GIS Specialist
GeoSAS Consulting Service Plc Ethiopia
09.2015 - 06.2016
Team Leader - Remote Sensing
Space Science and Geospatial Institute - Ethiopia
09.2013 - 08.2015
GIS And Remote Sensing - GIS
Addis Ababa University
Land Resource Management -
Mekele University
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