Sharmaarke Hassan
@sharmaarkehassan
I facilitate accurate English–Somali communication for refugee, protection, livelihoods, and community programmes.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I've supported UNHCR field-office engagements and IOM livelihood programmes in Dadaab Refugee Camp, facilitating accurate English–Somali communication for refugees, community members, and programme participants.
I interpret interviews, consultations, training sessions, assessments, referrals, and community meetings while protecting confidentiality, meaning, tone, and cultural context.
My work also includes education, WASH, child protection, reporting, community engagement, and coordination with NGOs, local authorities, community leaders, and humanitarian partners.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Education Officer
HIRDA
Jun 2020 - Jun 2025 (5 years)
Coordinated education activities and maintained relationships with NGOs, communities, teachers, and education stakeholders. Facilitated awareness sessions, trainings, community meetings, and information dissemination.
WASH Officer
HIRDA
Jan 2018 - Jun 2020 (2 years 5 months)
Implemented and monitored WASH activities and conducted community needs assessments. Facilitated hygiene awareness, community meetings, training, and beneficiary feedback activities.
Community Development / Child Protection Supervisor
Jan 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 11 months)
Supervised child protection activities and worked with refugee families, community leaders, schools, and humanitarian partners. Conducted awareness sessions and supported referrals, case management, and community engagement.
English–Somali Interpreter
IOM Livelihood Programmes
Provided interpretation support for IOM livelihood and economic-strengthening activities involving Somali-speaking programme participants. Interpreted training sessions, programme orientations, discussions, participant questions, and feedback between English and Somali.
English–Somali Interpreter
UNHCR Field Office
Provided English–Somali interpretation support during field-office engagements between UNHCR personnel and Somali-speaking refugees and community members. Facilitated clear communication during interviews, consultations, information sessions, assessments, and referrals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Arts, Community Development
2018 - 2018
Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development, focusing on community engagement and development strategies.
Primary Teachers Training College
Certificate, Education
2014 - 2014
Completed a Primary Teachers Training Course, preparing for teaching roles in primary education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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