Abubaker Osman Khojaly Hammad

[email protected] +249916161074 Kassala States / Sudan
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abubaker-hammad

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) professional with over 7 years of experience in developing and executing robust MEAL systems for humanitarian and development initiatives. Expert in leveraging data collection and analysis tools, including Kobo and CommCare, to enhance program effectiveness, resulting in a 30% increase in project accountability ratings. Proven track record in leading MEAL teams to deliver actionable insights, driving evidence-based decision-making that improved program outcomes by 25%. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement through capacity building and stakeholder engagement.

WORK EXPERIENCE

MEL Officer
12/2025 - 05/2026
Mercy Corps Europe organization (MC) , Kassala State - Sudan
Developed and implemented a comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework to assess the impact of solar-powered agro-processing on value addition and income generation
Designed a full monitoring plan encompassing baseline, market assessment, and endline evaluations to ensure data-driven project management
Created age, sex, and context-specific data collection tools to monitor program performance from inception to close-out
Conducted regular data collection and analysis to track progress against a 8-month implementation timeline and identify areas for program improvement
Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs), including a targeted 75% increase in household income and a 75% increase in agricultural productivity for 15 small-scale entrepreneurs
Tracked the adoption and installation of 16 solar-powered agro-processing units and the effectiveness of a 40–60% purchase incentive scheme
Managed sex- and age-disaggregated data to evaluate the project’s impact on women (40% participation target) and youth (18–30 years)
Supported a market assessment in rural Kassala to identify affordability barriers, demand for solar equipment, and customer needs for solar mills and dryers
Evaluated the impact of solar technology on reducing post-harvest losses (targeting a 25% reduction) and increasing farmer incomes
Monitored the performance of Results-Based Financing (RBF) and microloan products facilitated through partnerships with financial institutions
Facilitated quarterly learning and reflection meetings with project teams to adapt activities based on real-time data and changing environmental contexts
Established and managed grievance mechanisms to address community complaints promptly and ensure adherence to "Do No Harm" and conflict-sensitivity principles
Produced and disseminated evaluation reports detailing the project's impact on livelihoods and the local market for sustainable energy
Ensured compliance with GIZ requirements and Mercy Corps’ internal Program Management standards
MEL Officer
12/2024 - 03/2026
Mercy Corps Europe organization (MC) , Kassala State - Sudan
Participated in baseline and end-line assessments, including tool development, data analysis, and reporting
Led MEAL activities across Kassala state, ensuring alignment with Mercy Corps policies, project plans, and donor requirements
Monitoring SPARK project performance and activities; provided timely feedback and actionable insights to project teams and the MEL Manager
Prepare and submitted MEL reports, including narrative reports, field visit summaries, and attendance sheets
Presented SPARK, and SEAL project results during quarterly review meetings to internal and external stakeholders and relevant
Admin for MEL data (Collection, cleaning, verification, etc.) to confirm the final data are accurate and stronger to reports and results
Compare the activities outcomes are align with MEL framework to measure the projects goals
Oversaw to follow up the community feedback mechanism, ensuring timely resolution and documented for learnings
Trained and mentored MEL Assistants, enumerators, and other field staff on MEL Data collections tools and processes
Produced analytical reports and presented the results on the dashboards using Power BI and Excel advance
Analyzed baseline survey results and developed criteria for final selection project beneficiaries
Access to the CommCare Database to generate the data for cleaning by convert it into Excel Form and re-upload it again after finishing
Captured lessons learned to inform program improvement and align with organizational policies and vision
Maintained organized documentation of reports and beneficiaries data, ensuring availability via cloud storage using SharePoint platform
Provided support to the MEL team on multiple Mercy Corps- projects across various states in Sudan
Lead and conducted training session for MEL staff to improve their skills in data quality using Excel advance
Lead in consortium initiatives in Mercy Corps using Data collection Tools (Key Informant Interviews, Focus Discussion Group, Semi-Structured Interviews) using KoboToolbox, CommCare:
Joint Monitoring Market Initiative (JMMI) – monthly
Resilience of Sudan’s Foods System (From Farm To Table) – Annually
Youth Economic Opportunity (YEO) – Youth program
Support the Comms department and the BBC to conduct virtually journalist interview with the youth
Conduct a KII survey with government agencies and local authorities in Al Jazeera State to establish a new office for Mercy Corps there
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist -RSFM
12/2019 - 12/2024
Microfinance Guarantee Agency (MGA) , Khartoum -Sudan
Identified tools and frameworks to gather data and create suitable indicators to measure project portfolio’s outcomes
Monitored corporate portfolio asset quality on an ongoing basis, maintaining Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) below 5%
Compared RSFM implementation outputs with the planned objectives and identify any discrepancies
Serve as coordinator and rapporteur for various committees in Agency
Provided technical assistance, conducted workshops and training sessions for PFI's officers to enhance their skills in data quality, reporting, and analysis
Prepared reports on regional visits to NIRSAL (Nigeria) and AFTA (Kenya), highlighting key findings and recommendations
Credit Analyst Senior Officer
05/2019 - 12/2019
Microfinance Guarantee Agency (MGA) , Khartoum 2024 - Sudan
Conducted in-depth analysis of the financial condition, credit history, and risk profile of MFIs
Prepared comprehensive credit reports summarizing the findings of the analysis and making recommendations regarding creditworthiness
Provided support to the approval section by reviewing credit applications and providing expert insights
Evaluated the eligibility of MFIs for letters of guarantee and assess the associated risks
Finance Analyst Officer
10/2015 - 04/2019
Family Bank , Khartoum -Sudan
Oversee the data overlapping and quality processes within the Credit Information Unit
Managed user accounts, grant permissions, and ensure data security
Analysed the microfinance portfolio to assess risk, performance, and trends
Prepared reports on defaulters, financial classification, and bad loan allocations
Managed the XML Wizard reporting system and provide remote technical support to branch employees using VNC technology
Conducted training courses on banking operations, portfolio reporting, and data quality
Team leader for technical missions to establish new branches and train staff on banking system operations and reporting
Achievement & Project: Resolving XML Wizard Data Import Issues at Family Bank
Conducted a comprehensive analysis of XML output data, identifying a 30% error rate in financial and demographic information
Ensured compatibility between XML file outputs and CIASA system requirements
Collaborated with the IT department to correct path code in the XML Wizard and establish a connection to Oracle database tables
Successfully updated all bank data and credit operations, achieving a 100% data update rate in the CIASA system (approximately 43,000 operations)
Developed clear business rules to enhance data quality and minimize incorrect data entry
Trained branch staff (40 branches) on XML Wizard usage and data quality through workshops and provided remote technical assistance using VNC technology
Significantly improved the accuracy of customer data in credit reports
Streamlined credit operations and reduced manual data entry
Ensured the reliability and accuracy of credit information for customers
IT Staff
05/2015 - 10/2015
Family Bank , Khartoum -Sudan
Assisted the DBA team in managing and maintaining Oracle and SQL databases, ensuring data integrity and performance
Analysed feedback, responses, protection measures, and improvement opportunities to enhance system efficiency and effectiveness
Supported programming projects using Oracle Developer Builder, .NET, XML, WordPress, Java, and Power BI, contributing to software development and data visualization
Possessed a foundational understanding of network concepts and their role in system operations
Loan officer/ Operation Banker
01/2013 - 05/2015
Family Bank , Khartoum -Sudan
Review and assess loan applications, evaluating creditworthiness and risk
Analysed financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant documents
Made recommendations for loan approval or denial based on established criteria
Managed loan portfolios, monitor payments, and address loan delinquencies
Build and maintain strong relationships with borrowers and provide excellent customer service
Processed various banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, transfers, and payments
Open and closed accounts, maintain accurate account records, and assist customers with account inquiries
Ensured adherence to banking regulations and compliance standards

EDUCATION

B.Sc. in Management Information Systems
11/2007 - 12/2011
Sudan University of Science & Technology

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

MEAL Dpro
01/2026
PM4NGOs
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning
11/2025
DEVLEARN
Google Data Analytics
10/2024
Coursera.org, Authorized by the Google
Project Management Principles and Practices
08/2024
Coursera.org, Authorized by the University of California
McKinsey Forward program
07/2024
McKinsey and Company, Authorized by the McKinsey&Company

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