Pool of International Experts
Samuel Osekeny
Gender, Protection, and Disability Inclusion Specialist
I am a professional humanitarian and peacekeeping specialist with 13 years of experience in social protection, Human Rights, GBV Prevention and Response Mitigation, Gender Equality, PSEA, Safeguarding, and Disability Inclusion for refugees and internally displaced individuals (IDPs). As a registered member of the International Association for Community Development with Reg No. 4309, I have a proven track record in Gender Equality and Accountability to affected populations and responding to humanitarian emergencies across Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.
Currently, I serve as a Programme Policy Officer (Protection, AAP, Gender, and Disability Inclusion) with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, where I provide strategic support for integrating Protection, Accountability, and Gender Policies into program operations. My focus includes addressing the needs of over 969,000 Rohingya refugees and collaborating with key stakeholders to implement WFP’s various policies.
I have worked with organizations like IRC Uganda & South Sudan, UNHCR/UNCDF -Zambia, UNMISS, and Dorcas Aid, managing large-scale, multi-country projects funded by prominent donors such as USAID, FCDO, DFAT, WB, CIDA, SIDA, ECHO, UAE, Humanitarian & Development Pool fund and the EU. My expertise spans project management, monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, and budgeting, enabling me to contribute effectively to organizational goals in diverse and multicultural settings and environment.
Hamdi Qenawi
Community Development, Programme Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Resource Mobilization, HRM, HRD
Over thirty years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian and development contexts managing and leading teams and developing programs in Middle East and North Africa region. Since 2013, I have been actively engaged as senior manager in Syria emergency response based in Turkey. Extensive change management experience, coordination, host government liaison, representation and team leadership. Special thematic focus on child rights advocacy and protection, education in emergencies, early childhood development, and livelihood. Highly developed skills in multi-stakeholder collaboration and partnership development. Experienced facilitator, coach and educator.
Farooq Burney
Advocacy, Communication, International Development, Higher Educational Programs, Youth Leadership Development & Resource Mobilization
With 20 + years track record of dynamic and compassionate involvement in Social Services/Non-Government Organization (NGOs) Sectors through playing a meaningful role in the community/government/industry partnership through many international outstanding achievements within Non-Profit Management & Leadership, Social Activism, Development & Community Involvement, International Programs & Outreach, Natural Disaster Management, International Humanitarian Assistance, and Educational Advocacy & Scholarship Program Development;
Excellent in working with international high profile leaders/personalities on Education and Social Reforms; with the Board of Directors to set the strategic direction of the organization, and lead staff and volunteer in the execution of goals and objectives; with certain offices of heads of states planning and executing outreach to target communities, potential partner organizations and donors;
With comprehensive understanding and involvement in Start-up Operations for Non-Profit Organizations, Marketing, Business Development, Resource Mobilization, Fundraising Management, Empowerment & Development Programs, Leadership, and Public Relations.
Ahmed Alnoory
Venture Builder | To lead to serve | Ecosystem | Community | Commerce|Culture | #Africa Century
I am a Serial Entrepreneur who has created ventures in the Financial, Real Estate, Education and Health Sectors. Now I am leading “Bilow Capital Fund Management Company” with a focus on Horn and East Africa.
I am a people person and I lead through serving others. I am a big believer of the saying “we rise by lifting others”. As a Pan-African Fund Manager my role is to empower the next generation world-class African CEOs and help create legacy companies that can stand the test of time and hardships. By helping to create startups in Africa and helping build the next leaders (CEOs) we can raise thousands of people out of poverty.
Abdallah Abed
Organizational Development Consultant
With over 13 years of expertise in Human Capital Management, Human Resources Management, Organizational
Development, Training, Customer Care, and Learning & Development, I possess a wealth of knowledge and skills to
effectively lead, consult, and provide strategic guidance as a trusted business partner to various corporates and
INGOs. My experience has equipped me to collaborate with managers across all departments, serving as a
functional expert in driving organizational success.
Omar Garebo
Social Cohesion, Integration, Conflict Reduction, De-Radicalization, Humanitarian Sector and Peacebuilding Expert
I am a seasoned expert in social cohesion, integration, conflict reduction, de-radicalization, and peacebuilding, with 12 years of international humanitarian and peacebuilding experience. I have worked across several Middle Eastern countries, including Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Iraq, and Yemen. This diverse experience has enriched my understanding of local contexts, conflicts, and dynamics, enabling me to design timely and appropriate responses to complex challenges. My extensive background encompasses various humanitarian sectors, including Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Protection, and Education, where I have successfully contributed to programs aimed at fostering social cohesion and conflict transformation. My work has involved collaboration with various donors, including USAID, OFDA, the EU, Irish Aid, UNICEF, UNHCR, UNOCHA, IOM, Proximity and DRL.
In addition to my practical experience, I have focused on building an academic profile to support my work. I earned a Master’s degree with honors in Political Science and International Relations from Hasan Kalyoncu University (Gaziantep, Turkiye). My academic pursuits have allowed me to contribute to global discourse, as evidenced by my publications in journals such as Global Faultline. Furthermore, I have authored two articles with Hasan Kalyoncu University, focusing on civil society and Islamic groups.