Mahammed Husein

Ø Provided PFM technical assistant and support to relevant FMS administrations in the implementation of a transparent and accountable PFM system and PA framework.

Ø Advised and assisting the Minister for Finance and Ministry staff in the tasks associated with the operation of the FMIS and Budget Preparation Module (BPM) in a transparent and accountable manner.

Ø Provided on-going advice on budget preparation, accounting operations, revenue recording, expenditure processing, accounting and financial reporting within the Bisan FMIS, BPM and RMS applications.

Ø Assisted the Ministry with completion of the annual budget process, including development of Ministry Budget ceilings, the Budget Circular and timetable, analysis of Ministry responses, preparation of Ministry budget negotiations strategy and development of the respective year’s Appropriation Act.

Ø Assisted the Ministry with the cash management functions including preparation of monthly forecasts and monthly review.

Ø Assisted the Ministry with monitoring expenditure by Ministry against approved budget appropriations and to produce monthly and quarterly budget execution reports on progress for Council of Ministers and Parliamentarian consideration.

Ø Assisted the Minister to prepare and present the annual Financial Statements based on the cash basis International Public Sector Accounting Standard (IPSAS)

Ø Advised the Ministry of Finance on any anticipated reform processes, e.g the establishment of an Accountant General function or the establishment of a System Support Unit.

Ø Annually, reviewed the Ministry of Finance operations and provide a report to the Minister for Finance concerning the appropriateness of the current organisational structure and staffing levels.

Ø As required, from time to time providing assistant, advice and training to other States during the development of their PFM systems. Closely working with the other FMS PFM Advisers and Revenue Advisers to Develop and deliver workshop training materials and deliver workshop training.

Ø Established a sound working relationship with government counterparts and other stakeholders relevant to the assignment. Ensuring feedback from counterparts is adequately reflected in technical deliverables and PREMIS2 is able to secure necessary approvals from counterparts.

Ø Reporting to the PFM Lead on engagement with counterparts, progress in implementing plans, results achieved, challenges faced, and decisions that have to be made by the programme.

Ø Supporting the PFM Lead and Team Leader to monitor the political context within PREMIS2 operates in Somalia and ensuring the PREMIS2 team has a precise and up to date understanding of the plans and priorities of the Somali Government’s relevant institutions (FGS and FMSs). Also, identifying opportunities, and developing effective responses by the programme.

Ø Update the PFM Lead, Team Leader and PMU on potential risks, key technical issues or bottlenecks and advise on mitigation actions in a timely fashion.

Ø Assisting the PREMIS2 team in collecting information and developing and updating programme management and M&E documents such as progress reports and workplans.

Ø Supporting the PREMIS2 team in developing briefs, reports and presentations to deliver to counterparts in the Somali Government, as well as FCDO and other donors.

Ø Noting any emerging programmatic and human rights risks, ensuring these are reported to the Team Leader and Project Management Unit, and subsequently included in the relevant risk registers.

Ø In consultation with the PFM Lead, any other duties as assigned by the Team Leader relevant to implementation of a sound PFM system in the FMS.

• Ø Provided Public Financial Management (PFM) technical assistant and support to relevant Federal Member States (FMS) administrations in the implementation of a transparent and accountable PFM system and Public Administration (PA) framework.
• Ø Advised and assisting the Minister for Finance and Ministry staff in the tasks associated with the operation of the FMIS and Budget Preparation Module (BPM) in a transparent and accountable manner.
• Ø Provided on-going advice on budget preparation, accounting operations, revenue recording, expenditure processing, accounting and financial reporting within the Bisan FMIS, BPM and RMS applications.
• Ø Assisted the Ministry with completion of the annual budget process, including development of Ministry Budget ceilings, the Budget Circular and timetable, analysis of Ministry responses, preparation of Ministry budget negotiations strategy and development of the respective year’s Appropriation Act.
• Ø Assisted the Ministry with the cash management functions including preparation of monthly forecasts and monthly review.
• Ø Assisted the Ministry with monitoring expenditure by Ministry against approved budget appropriations and to produce monthly and quarterly budget execution reports on progress for Council of Ministers and Parliamentarian consideration.
• Ø Assisted the Minister to prepare and present the annual Financial Statements based on the cash basis International Public Sector Accounting Standard (IPSAS)
• Ø Advised the Ministry of Finance on any anticipated reform processes, e.g the establishment of an Accountant General function or the establishment of a System Support Unit.
• Ø Annually, reviewed the Ministry of Finance operations and provide a report to the Minister for Finance concerning the appropriateness of the current organisational structure and staffing levels.
• Ø As required, from time to time providing assistant, advice and training to other States during the development of their PFM systems. Closely working with the other FMS PFM Advisers and Revenue Advisers to Develop and deliver workshop training materials and deliver workshop training.
• Ø Established a sound working relationship with government counterparts and other stakeholders relevant to the assignment. Ensuring feedback from counterparts is adequately reflected in technical deliverables and PREMIS2 is able to secure necessary approvals from counterparts.
• Ø Reporting to the PFM Lead on engagement with counterparts, progress in implementing plans, results achieved, challenges faced, and decisions that have to be made by the programme.
• Ø Supporting the PFM Lead and Team Leader to monitor the political context within PREMIS2 operates in Somalia and ensuring the PREMIS2 team has a precise and up to date understanding of the plans and priorities of the Somali Government’s relevant institutions (FGS and FMSs). Also, identifying opportunities, and developing effective responses by the programme.
• Ø Update the PFM Lead, Team Leader and PMU on potential risks, key technical issues or bottlenecks and advise on mitigation actions in a timely fashion.
• Ø Assisting the PREMIS2 team in collecting information and developing and updating programme management and M&E documents such as progress reports and workplans.
• Ø Supporting the PREMIS2 team in developing briefs, reports and presentations to deliver to counterparts in the Somali Government, as well as FCDO and other donors.
• Ø Noting any emerging programmatic and human rights risks, ensuring these are reported to the Team Leader and Project Management Unit, and subsequently included in the relevant risk registers.
• Ø In consultation with the PFM Lead, any other duties as assigned by the Team Leader relevant to implementation of a sound PFM system in the FMS.

• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Ø Monitor and oversee the financial management for all activities related to the projects including; oversight of financial expenditures and accountability.

Ø Ensured daily bank disbursement, cash payments, receipts and transfers are reviewed in compliance with internal controls procedures, donors’ provisions and statutory regulations

Ø Check and review the accuracy of all supporting documents and invoices, prepare reconciliations and final checklist before payment

Ø Ensured payments were done on time within reasonable timelines and the supporting documents are stamped paid

Ø Ensured all advances are consistently reconciled and follow up for liquidation and communicate outstanding advances weekly, while observing policy of the institution with regards of of Advances payments

Ø Reviewed all documents submitted for payments processing ensuring consistency and accuracy of information and providing feedback where additional support documents are required

Ø Timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in cash books, mobile money wallet books and bank books and upload the same to the FMIS for review and approval/ posting by the finance manager

Ø Closely supervise all financial activities and keep advanced all financial situations which my have potential negative impact on internal controls and financial performances

Ø Identify any risk of fraud and corruption in daily SAAD operations and recommend to finance manager or area manager on day-to-day control of fraud and corruption

Ø Initiate and undertake financial analysis and file reports of all activities for the projects. Draft Donor Financial reports and assist in ensuring that all commitments are cleared from the project.

Ø Ensure the preparation and timely submission of project implementation plans with required budgets, human resources, and financial progress reports.

Ø Financial forecasting during projects implementation phases, ensure all commitments of the projects are actively monitored in coordination with Logistics staff in the Mission.

Ø Assisted in establishing a projects-level budget monitoring and reporting system, monitor budget expenditures and maintain a proper record of approved project budgets and their revisions. Ensure accuracy of supporting documents.

Ø Respond to queries with respect to financial aspects of the projects, liaise with appointed and external auditors wherever required.

Ø Ensure that vendor, customer and General ledger accounts are cleared in a timely manner and review all other outstanding financial matters with banks and suppliers.

Ø Undertake quality control checks on monthly accounts, ensure that all open items including bank reconciliations are cleared in a timely manner and review all other financial matters with banks and vendors throughout the project cycle.

Ø Supervise and provide guidance to relevant Finance and Admin Assistants working under the projects with recommendations and follow-up for changes in internal control system.

Ø Liaise with the Project Managers and Procurement Officers in organizing and following up on various trainings and purchases for successful implementation of the projects.

Ø Liaise with the Project Managers and HR Units to ensure that salaries for relevant staff and consultants are correctly allocated to these projects and in consistent with the projects criteria and rules, and oversee the settlement of travel claims to accurately follow.

Ø Process payments, file and archive all relevant documents (vouchers, invoices);