Dr. Abdikafi Mohamud Makaran

📍 Mogadishu, Somalia
📧 Makaraan02@gmail.com | 📞 +252 619 000 059

PROFILE SUMMARY

A visionary leader and public servant with over 15 years of experience in youth empowerment, public administration, and community development. Abdikafi Makaran is driven by purpose, passion, and a firm belief in the transformative power of youth leadership.

He has served in key regional and national roles, including as a Member of the United Nations Somalia Youth Advisory Board, where he championed inclusive governance and policy-making by representing Somali youth voices at the highest levels. As the Chairperson of the Banadir Regional Youth Association (BARYA) for a decade, he played a pivotal role in mobilizing, mentoring, and uplifting young people across Mogadishu.

Makaran has a proven record of effective leadership, project coordination, and organizational management in both governmental and non-governmental sectors. His contributions span peacebuilding, civic engagement, and countering violent extremism. He brings not only leadership experience but also practical skills in digital tools, reporting, training, and public communications.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Youth Empowerment & Engagement
• Public Administration & Civic Leadership
• Policy Advocacy & Peacebuilding
• Organizational Strategy & Event Coordination
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Government Liaison
• Digital Literacy (MS Office, Internet, Communication Tools)
• Budgeting, Procurement & Reporting

KEY ROLES & LEADERSHIP

🟦 2nd Vice Chairman – Xornimo & Xaqsoor (Freedom & Justice) Party (2025 – Present)

• Serving as a senior leader in one of Somalia’s emerging youth-driven political movements.
• Supports policy development, party organization, and grassroots mobilization.
• Advocates for inclusive governance, justice, and national unity through political engagement.

🇺🇳 United Nations Somalia – Youth Advisory Board (2019–2021)

• National representative of Somali youth at UN-led platforms.
• Advised on youth policy, peacebuilding, and development programs.

🎯 Banadir Regional Youth Association – Chairperson (2014–2024)

• Led the largest youth platform in Banadir Region.
• Chaired the Youth Advisory Committee under the Ministry of Sports & Youth Culture.
• Organized impactful events, dialogues, and initiatives across Mogadishu.

🏛️ Karan District Administration – Youth Leader (2012–2014)

• Trained youth leaders, addressed community issues, and supported family engagement.

☮️ Peace Committee of Karan – Secretary (2010–2011)

• Facilitated peace and stability dialogues and maintained district records.

🟢 KAWA/COGWO – General Secretary (2005–2008)

• Managed administration and external relations for a local NGO network.

EDUCATION

• 🎓 Bachelor of Public Administration – Job key University
• 📘 Certificate in Civic Leadership – YALI Regional Leadership Center, Kenyatta University
• 💻 Certificate in Computer Skills – SOHDEC
• 📜 Secondary & Intermediate School Certificates – Mogadishu

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

• African Management Initiative – Multiple courses in leadership, productivity, and communication
• IGAD & AU – Workshop on Security Sector Reform
• Egypt – Program on Preventing Radicalization & Terrorism in Somalia
• Courses in Disaster Management, Human Rights, and Self-Development