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Board of Directors & Key Staff

Meet the dedicated professionals driving Midnimo Women Network's mission for gender equality across Puntland.

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Board of Directors

Nine board members elected by the General Assembly, providing strategic guidance and organizational oversight across all MWN programs and operations.

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Chairperson

Chairperson

Leads the Board of Directors, providing strategic vision and accountability for MWN's mission across Puntland.

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Vice Chairperson

Vice Chairperson

Supports governance and leadership functions, ensuring robust organizational oversight and member representation.

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Secretary

Board Secretary

Maintains organizational records, coordinates board communications, and ensures proper governance procedures.

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Treasurer

Board Treasurer

Oversees financial governance, ensuring responsible stewardship of MWN resources and donor investments.

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Board Member

Member โ€” Programs

Champions program quality and ensures activities align with MWN's strategic framework and community needs.

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Board Member

Member โ€” Legal

Provides legal expertise and advocates for policy alignment with gender equality frameworks at national level.

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Board Member

Member โ€” Community

Bridges the organization with communities, ensuring grassroots voices shape MWN's strategic direction.

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Board Member

Member โ€” Partnerships

Oversees external relations and strategic partnerships with national and international stakeholders.

Board members are elected by the General Assembly representing all 55 member organizations across Puntland.

Key Staff

Experienced professionals dedicated to women's empowerment across Puntland and Somalia.

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Ifrah Abdinur Farah

Gender Specialist

Over 11 years of expertise in gender advocacy and program development, focusing on empowering women and promoting gender equality within communities.

11+years experience
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Khadra Husein Jama

Education Specialist

10+ years in women's development, specializing in educational initiatives and community outreach to enhance access for girls and women.

10+years experience
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Ahmed Isse Ahmed

Legal Expert & Advocate

7 years dedicated to advocating for women's rights and legal reforms, promoting legal literacy and access to justice for women.

7years experience
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Mohamed Abdiaziz Artan

Program Specialist

14+ years in education and organizational development, driving program implementation and monitoring for women and children.

14+years experience
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Samsam Said

M&E Specialist

5 years in monitoring and evaluation, assessing program impact and effectiveness, delivering measurable outcomes for women.

5years experience
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Abdirisak Mohamud Ali

Governance Specialist

6 years in governance and policy development, strengthening institutional frameworks that promote women's rights and participation.

6years experience
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Sowdo Ahmed Jama

Finance Specialist

10 years in financial management and budgeting, ensuring MWN's financial health and sustainability through responsible stewardship.

10years experience
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Communications Officer

Comms & Outreach

Manages MWN's communications strategy, media relations, and digital outreach to amplify women's voices across Somalia.

4+years experience

Join Our Team

Midnimo Women Network is always looking for passionate professionals committed to gender equality and women's empowerment in Puntland. If you share our values, we'd love to hear from you.

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