Noah Chiuli Khaemba

Delivered comprehensive project management and institutional advisory for development and education initiatives across Eastern Africa, ensuring strategic alignment with regional goals.

Optimized operational planning, stakeholder coordination, and implementation processes for higher education projects in Somalia and East Africa, significantly improving efficiency and outcomes.

Enhanced project delivery and stakeholder engagement through the implementation of structured coordination and implementation support mechanisms.

Facilitated numerous stakeholder consultations, training workshops, and institutional assessments, directly contributing to measurable improvements in program effectiveness and organizational performance.

Provided expert advisory on results-based implementation approaches and reporting frameworks, enhancing accountability and strategic decision-making for various project teams.

Delivered senior technical advisory support to Somalia's higher education system, driving governance improvements, HE sector coordination, and policy implementation across federal and regional levels.

Collaborated with Ministries of Education and 8+ higher education institutions (e.g., Somali National University, SIMAD University) to operationalize sector strengthening priorities through improved institutional planning and governance systems.

Spearheaded institutional reform initiatives that significantly strengthened higher education governance, accountability mechanisms, and coordination frameworks across federal and regional structures.

Authored the scope of work for the Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS) and successfully supervised its design and development, ensuring project milestones were met.

Oversaw capacity building workshops, 'training of trainers' programs, and the review of Quality Assurance and accreditation standards for higher education in Somalia.

Managed critical project functions, including consultant coordination, work planning, and implementation tracking, which enhanced donor reporting efficiency and accuracy.

Directed a core team of 5 implementation staff and over 20 field consultants, ensuring effective project delivery and achievement of objectives across Somalia.

Ensured timely and accurate reporting of project progress to the EU, maintaining strong donor relations and compliance with funding requirements.

Orchestrated comprehensive project management and coordination for all SHEDS project activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timely delivery.

Directed the operational management of a multi-stakeholder program, strengthening higher education systems, enhancing institutional development, coordination, and governance across Somalia's federal and regional contexts.

Authored technical reports, implementation reviews, policy support documentation, and program performance updates, directly influencing higher education policy and sector reform for donors and management.

Played a key role in establishing the Federal Higher Education Commission in Somalia, advancing quality assurance and accreditation to international standards.

Supervised the development, validation, and adoption of a new regulatory framework by the Ministry of Education, enhancing compliance and governance.

Coordinated a 2-month online internal quality assurance course for 10 Ministry of Education and University staff in Somalia, significantly enhancing national capacity.

Developed and piloted new institutional accreditation standards and guidelines, aligning them with international benchmarks to improve educational quality.

Coordinated all Higher Education component activities within Somaliland, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with project objectives.

Supported the Ministry of Education and the National Commission for Higher Education in reviewing HE policy documents, including the QAA manual and teacher education curriculum.

Engaged with key institutions and monitored project progress, timelines, and resource utilization to ensure effective activity delivery and adherence to schedules.

Oversaw project implementation, guaranteeing timely execution and leading operational coordination across all activities to maximize efficiency.

Directed project teams, aligning program activities with donor requirements and institutional priorities to maximize impact and achieve strategic outcomes.

Facilitated training sessions, consultations, and engagement processes, directly supporting the achievement of program objectives and fostering stakeholder buy-in.

Contributed significantly to the development and successful enactment of the Higher Education Act for Somaliland, establishing a robust legal framework.

Prepared comprehensive technical reports, updates, and documentation for effective donor and management reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Directed a regional higher education networking initiative, fostering collaboration, partnerships, and knowledge exchange among Somali institutions.

Facilitated the creation of networking and coordination mechanisms, significantly improving regional HE systems and fostering collaboration among universities and sector actors.

Played a key role in the formation of the Somaliland Higher Education Commission, advancing quality assurance and accreditation standards.

Coordinated multi-country stakeholder engagement processes to align efforts among universities, development partners, and regional education actors.

Facilitated regional policy dialogue and institutional coordination, enhancing cooperation and governance alignment across Somalia's higher education sectors.

Supported comprehensive program planning, monitoring, reporting, and institutional coordination across all Somalia regions to ensure cohesive development.

Organized and facilitated workshops, technical forums, and consultations, strengthening higher education collaboration and institutional development.

Contributed to establishing the Somali Research and Education Network (SomaliREN), fostering knowledge exchange and research collaboration.

Coordinated and implemented institutional capacity development initiatives, enhancing higher education systems and academic collaboration at the Ministry of Education in Somaliland.

Facilitated training workshops on Higher Education Quality Assurance (QA) and accreditation, aligning with international standards.

Managed comprehensive project administration, including stakeholder communication, reporting, and implementation tracking for various initiatives.

Tracked project budgets, coordinated logistics, and managed stakeholder engagement activities effectively to ensure smooth project operations.

Supported the development of the Education Management Information System (EMIS) at the Directorate of Higher Education in Somaliland, improving data management capabilities.

Managed a €1 million DAAD grant, overseeing a higher education networking program across six Eastern African countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Ethiopia, Sudan) to harmonize HE Quality Assurance and Accreditation standards.

Supported regional coordination efforts among involved universities, development partners, and institutional stakeholders to ensure cohesive program implementation.

Contributed to the development of the East African Road Map for Quality Assurance and Accreditation, shaping regional policy and standards.

Organized and coordinated numerous regional workshops, meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagement activities, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Orchestrated the 1st international UNISTAFF conference and workshop on “Quality Assurance in Higher Education” with the University of Kassel, sponsored by DAAD and BMZ.