Muhumed Hiss
Jijiga
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Irrigation Engineer-specialist
Mercy Corps
07.2024 - Current
- Advise on the technical/socio-technical diagnosis of irrigated agriculture production technologies and systems, and the design of appropriate irrigation and agronomic interventions
- Develop a coordinated approach for the utilization of surface water and groundwater resources for climate smart irrigation in a sustainable manner
- Independently design and conduct field level monitoring for construction supervision and overall contract administration
- Identify and propose technical process improvements to the project team
- Advise on technical and social aspects of agricultural production activities in the program to promote rural rehabilitation and secure the livelihoods of farmers and villagers with improved irrigation technologies and practices
- Lead capacity building of partners on irrigated agriculture
- Develop, together with the community, site improvement plans for water and small-scale irrigation schemes (including local agreements on maintenance and water access)
- Increased overall efficiency with the implementation of advanced MH irrigation technologies such as drip systems and automated controllers.
Wash Officer
Mercy Corps
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Contributed to the development of the wider WASH strategy, ensuring alignment with donor requirements, and transition/resilience frameworks/strategies.
- Conducted needs assessments by identifying the gaps, challenges (bottlenecks) and needs, and correspondingly design context-appropriate responses in both hard and soft components
- Manage project documentation, contracts, and tender processes for WASH infrastructure (e.g., water systems, sanitation facilities).
- Serve as MC's primary WASH representative in cluster meetings , liaising with authorities, NGOs, and host communities.
- Assist the WASH coordinator and other relevant staff in planning WASH infrastructure development programs and activities
- Support all rehabilitation and construction activities with improved coordination and timely technical input to effectively meet the completion target
- Oversee activities such as design reviews, procurement of project materials, and implementation on the ground
- Worked flexible hours throughout the night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthening communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Emergency Wash Officer
World Vision
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Lead and participate in feasibility studies, Preparation and review of the design, BOQ and all bid documents, review/prepare payments for all WASH facility constructions/rehabilitation/maintenances and monitor the water trucking services
- Regular monitoring and supervision of ongoing construction activities to ensure that all the activities are executed as per design, specifications and work schedule
- Provide technical support to other sectors like Shelter and Health professionals during the implementation of the integrated multispectral emergency project
Irrigation Expert/or Officer
Islamic Relief
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Identifies formal and informal sources of information and collects and report all available data on the evolving situation in the sector
- Keeps the effective flow of information and communication crucial for the planning and implementation of measures in Agriculture sector
- Advise on the cultivation of food crops, vegetables, fruit trees and fodder crops that is adaptable to the area
- Design and assist in implementing demonstration plots for innovative agricultural crops & agronomic practices
- Provide technical support to the post-harvest handling and marketing of local agricultural products
- Working together with Senior WASH and livelihood Officers and assist local communities in setting up water user groups
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
Irrigation Team Lead
Somali region Pastoral and Agropastoral research Institute
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Develop proposals and defend
- Monitor and Supervise Sub-centers
- Prepare detailed and comprehensive monthly reports that outline project progress, challenges encountered, and solutions implemented
Education
Bachelor of Science - Water Resource And Irrigation Engineering
Engineering And Technology
Jijiga, Ethiopia06-2017
Skills
- Water cad
- Autocad
- COMPASS
- Excell spreadsheet
- ArchGIS
Timeline
Irrigation Engineer-specialist
Mercy Corps
07.2024 - Current
Wash Officer
Mercy Corps
08.2023 - 07.2024
Emergency Wash Officer
World Vision
06.2023 - 07.2023
Irrigation Expert/or Officer
Islamic Relief
06.2022 - 05.2023
Irrigation Team Lead
Somali region Pastoral and Agropastoral research Institute
01.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Water Resource And Irrigation Engineering
Engineering And Technology
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