Abdullahi Muhammad Muhammad
LEGAL PRACTITIONER/HUMANITARIAN
Nassarawa,Kano
Summary
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE:
More than Five (5) years' experience working with government and international organization on different capacities that includes humanitarian aid and legal operations with solid proficiency in advocacy and community mobilization, monitoring and evaluation, report writing, etc. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS-Office packages. Am an organized person who is ready to work individually or as part of a team.
Analytical Research Specialist with experience in experimental research and data analysis. Detail-oriented and methodical professional successful in developing in-depth research projects. Reliable team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
14
14
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
ICLA Technical Assistant
Norwegian Refugee Council
Pulka/Maiduguri
03.2019 - Current
- Provided project insights that improve quality of projects by 40%
- Taken part in end of project survey by making input of questionnaires, sample size etc which resulted to success survey
- Monitor project implementation to ensure quality control and adherence to research specifications agreed upon.
- Take joint responsibility for project management, including drafting work plans, budget management, forecasting, and ensuring value for money
- Engage in all community mobilizations and beneficiary engagements
- Contribute to development of training and communication materials
- Assist in documentation of project achievements; integrate gender, protection, and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation
- Support beneficiaries with HLP and ID information; assist in successfully employing legal and civil identity, HLP, and CDR activities
- Facilitate access to land through HLP SWG and government stakeholders and community engagement
- Coordinating and organized HLP SWG in field officer
- Promote HLP rights of Host communities, IDPs/ returnees in line with advocacy strategy
- Negotiating access to land and also handling of other HLP related issues
- Legal documentation related to HLP Right such as tenancy agreement, drafting of memorandum of understanding with land owners, monitoring compliance with tenancy agreement
- Conduct capacity building for partners/sister organizations;
- Provision of information and counseling sessions, legal assistance, and capacity building training on HLP, CDR, LCD and Advocacy
- Meeting and engagement with relevant stakeholders, and provide technical assistance to ICLA Program Development Manager and contribute to development of quality ICLA program in line with Nigerian context.
Legal Counsel
Jirkur Chambers & Solicitor
Maiduguri
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Prepare pleadings and assisted in trial preparation for civil litigation
- Handle legal contract of document and property; offered legal representation at arbitration/mediation hearings and court proceedings
- Draft and interpreted various legal documents; developed agreements, negotiated contracts, settled claims, and advocated for multiple clients
- Prepare discovery responses and requests; researched and drafted motions and memorandum of law on variety of civil litigation matters
- Visiting detention centers and actively representing clients in both criminal and civil matters before any court of competent jurisdiction.
ICLA Intern
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Maiduguri, Borno
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Ensure adherence to NRC policies and guidelines; provided support for facilitation of HLP training and information and counseling sessions.
- Contribute to delivery of high-quality policy and research outputs and activities by 25%. These include internal and external communications on progress and outcomes of research projects.
- Participate in implementation of ICLA project while maintaining transparency in implementation of all assigned projects.
- Ensure all data quality protocols are followed including auditing enumerators and performing daily checks of incoming data; correct errors of staff alliteratively to ensure data is of highest quality by 100%
- Assist in implementation of legal assistance programs, including resolution of HLP disputes via CDR & identity documentation activities.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help needed.
Counsel
Ministry of Justice, Borno State
Maiduguri, Borno State
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Participated in various proceedings, mediation, and interrogatories
- Drafted and filed legal documents and provided legal advisory services to ministries, government departments, and other government agencies
- Performed wide variety of legal research while appearing on behalf of government in civil and criminal litigation matters and procedures.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
Education
Master - International Cooperation & Humanitarian Aid
KALU Institute
Spain 03.2022 - Current
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
Nigeria 12.2016 - 06.2018
LL.B - Law
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Nigeria 11.2011 - 10.2016
Skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, Strong organizational, leadership, problem-solving skills
Proficiency in organizing, coordinating, communicating with senior executives and other employees
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to demonstrate initiative, be pro-active, showing confidentiality
Detail-oriented, flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently under pressure
Effective arbitration skills, negotiation skills, mediation skills, project management skills, team management skillsExcellent in documentation, data analysis, data management and proficiency in computerStrategic thinking skills, presentation, strong multi-tasking
Passion for making data-driven decision-making reality in the development sector
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute
- Nigeria Bar Association
- Amnesty International
- Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) network
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Ach
Analytical and result-driven lawyer with proven work experience in humanitarian aid and legal operations with solid proficiency in research, advocacy.
Dedicated to utilizing legal expertise and knowledge to assist the advancement of various humanitarian and social development projects.
Highly focused, confident, and dedicated professional with a strong sense of values and ability to competently resolve complex cases/disputes.
Ability to work independently while developing litigation strategies and resolving complex cases with advanced critical and legal reasoning skills.
Exceptional communicator with an acute attention to details, advanced public speaking skills, and the ability to provide legal advisory services.
Additional Information
OTHER CORE COMPETENCIES
Litigation, Advocacy
Property Law, Corporate Law
Intellectual Property Law
Commercial Law
Legal Writing & Research
Legal Drafting
Dispute Resolution
Arbitration and Mediation
Contract Drafting & Negotiation
Criminal Law, Legal Compliance
Legal Advisory
Social Development
Certification
• Introduction to Peacebuilding : United State Institute of Peace(USIP)
Timeline
Master - International Cooperation & Humanitarian Aid
KALU Institute
03.2022 - Current
ICLA Technical Assistant
Norwegian Refugee Council
03.2019 - Current
Legal Counsel
Jirkur Chambers & Solicitor
12.2018 - 04.2019
ICLA Intern
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
02.2018 - 11.2018
Counsel
Ministry of Justice, Borno State
11.2017 - 10.2018
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
12.2016 - 06.2018
LL.B - Law
Ahmadu Bello University
11.2011 - 10.2016