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A Multilayer HR, Business & Technology Group

Complete Workforce & Business Solutions Under One Roof

Shaqo Kaab Solutions is more than a jobs board. We reform HR functions for employers, build career profiles for job seekers, train both sides, help entrepreneurs launch new businesses, and build the technology systems that run it all — across Somaliland and the Horn of Africa.

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HR Reform  ·  Talent Profiles  ·  Training  ·  SME & Startups  ·  Tech Systems
What We Do

Four Solutions. One Strategic Partner.

Training & Workforce Development operates across all four pillars as a major supporting capability.
New · Launch offer up to 25% off

Your business deserves to be online.

Professional websites and graphic marketing from Dolaal Ventures, powered by Shaqo Kaab Solutions — from $75 for charities to full corporate sites, with hosting, mobile money payments and social media support.

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8+
Countries Served
12+
Sectors Covered
2019
Est. in Hargeisa

Sector Knowledge. Customised Solutions.

Banking & Financial ServicesFinTech & TechnologyTelecommunications Energy, Oil, Gas & IndustrialLogistics, Transport & Supply ChainNGOs & INGOs Government & Public InstitutionsInternational OrganisationsEducation SMEs & StartupsHospitality & TourismProfessional Services
Shaqo Kaab team
Who We Are

An international HR, Employment, Business & HR Technology company

Headquartered in Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland, and established in 2019, we work with employers, institutions, entrepreneurs and professionals to solve workforce and organisational challenges, connect talent with opportunity, strengthen businesses and modernise HR operations.

Our work spans Somaliland, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Zimbabwe, and extends across the wider East African region.

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Listen. Diagnose. Design. Implement. Strengthen.

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Listen — Understand
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Diagnose — Identify
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Design — Build Solutions
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Implement — Convert To Action
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Strengthen — Build Capability

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About Shaqo Kaab Solutions

An international Human Resources, Employment, Business and HR Technology solutions company headquartered in Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland.

Established in 2019, Shaqo Kaab Solutions works with employers, institutions, entrepreneurs and professionals to solve workforce and organisational challenges, connect talent with opportunity, strengthen businesses and modernise HR operations.

Our work spans Somaliland, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Zimbabwe, and extends across the wider East African region, while our model also enables us to support diaspora professionals, international organisations and organisations seeking regional expertise — across four interconnected business pillars, with Training & Workforce Development operating across all four.

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Mission

To strengthen organisations and expand employment opportunities by delivering integrated people, business, workforce-development and digital HR solutions that improve capability, performance and sustainable growth.

Vision

To become East Africa's trusted international partner for talent, organisational transformation, business development and HR technology — connecting people with opportunity and enabling organisations to thrive in the future of work.

Our Values
Respect & TrustService ExcellenceEthics & IntegrityTeamworkAccountability
"Shaqo means work or employment in Somali. Kaab represents the idea of supporting, assisting or enabling." — together, a partner connecting People, Business and Technology.
A Message From Our CEO

"Welcome to Shaqo Kaab Solutions.

Since our establishment in 2019, Shaqo Kaab Solutions has been driven by a clear purpose: to connect people with opportunities, strengthen organizations, and develop practical solutions that contribute to sustainable business and workforce growth.

What began as an employment and human resources solutions company in Somaliland has progressively evolved into a broader professional services organization. Today, we work across employment and talent solutions, HR consulting and organizational development, business solutions, and technology-enabled business solutions, supporting organizations and professionals across Somaliland, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, the wider East African region, and beyond.

Our growth has been shaped by the changing needs of the organizations and communities we serve. As workplaces become more competitive, technology-driven, and interconnected, businesses require more than individual services — they need trusted partners who understand their people, operations, systems, markets, and long-term objectives.

At Shaqo Kaab Solutions, our approach begins with understanding before advising. We take the time to understand each organization, its workforce, operating environment, challenges, and ambitions before developing solutions. By combining internationally recognized professional practices with local and regional knowledge, we aim to provide solutions that are practical, relevant, scalable, and implementable.

We are equally committed to developing internal capability. Our goal is not simply to provide recommendations, but to help organizations build the people, systems, knowledge, technology, and institutional capacity required to continue performing long after an assignment has been completed.

As we look to the future, our ambition is to continue strengthening Shaqo Kaab Solutions as a trusted HR, employment, business, and technology solutions partner, while expanding our regional and international reach and contributing to stronger businesses, more capable workforces, and greater economic opportunities.

Whether you are an organization seeking to strengthen your workforce and business systems, an employer searching for the right talent, an SME preparing for growth, or a professional pursuing your next opportunity, we welcome you to Shaqo Kaab Solutions and look forward to being part of your journey.

Building People. Strengthening Organizations. Creating Opportunities."

Chief Executive Officer, Shaqo Kaab Solutions

Sector Knowledge. Customised Solutions.

Banking & Financial ServicesFinTech & TechnologyTelecommunications Energy, Oil, Gas & IndustrialLogistics, Transport & Supply ChainNGOs & INGOs Government & Public InstitutionsInternational OrganisationsEducation SMEs & StartupsHospitality & TourismProfessional Services

Our People

Practitioner experience from global staffing firms and Somaliland institutions.

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Meet The Team → Our Partnerships

Services

Four Solutions. One Strategic Partner. Training & Workforce Development operates across all four as a major supporting capability.

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Employment & Talent Solutions

Talent That Fits The Work — And The Organisation

Permanent Recruitment · Executive Search & Headhunting · Temporary & Contract Staffing · Candidate Assessment & Selection
Graduate & Internship Recruitment · Diaspora & International Talent · Recruitment Process Support · Job Advertising
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HR Consulting & Organisational Development

From HR Administration To Organisational Capability

HR Strategy & Transformation
HR Strategy Development, HR Transformation Programs, HR Operating Models, HR Department Development, HR Audits, HR Governance, HR Compliance Support
Organisational Development
Organisational Structure, Departmental Mandates, Workforce Planning, Job Analysis, Job Descriptions & Specifications, Competency Frameworks, Change Management, Succession Planning
Performance & Talent
Performance Management Systems, KPI Frameworks, Performance Appraisal, Talent Management, Employee Development Plans, Succession & Career Development
Compensation & Employee Experience
Salary Structures, Job Grading, Compensation & Benefits, Recognition Programs, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Retention Strategies
HR Policies & Systems
HR Policies & Procedures, Employee Handbooks, SOPs, HR Forms & Templates, HR Process Mapping
Workforce Capability
Training Needs Assessment, Skills Audits, Competency Assessments, Capability Gap Analysis, Learning & Development Strategy
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SME Business Solutions

Build The Business Behind The Idea — From Idea To Launch. Business start-up advisory, organisational structuring, policies & SOPs, operational improvement and management capacity building — fifteen services turning a growing business into a structured, scalable operation.

See the full SME Business Solutions page →
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HR Technology & Digital Transformation

Better HR Through Better Processes And Smarter Technology — "Diagnose before digitizing."

From HRIS selection and implementation through to workflow automation and AI-enabled HR — twenty services connecting people, processes and technology.

See the full Tech Solutions page →
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Websites & Graphic Marketing — from $75

Professional, mobile-friendly websites for NGOs, businesses and corporates, with hosting, mobile money checkout and graphic marketing — powered by Shaqo Kaab Solutions.

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Cross-Cutting Capability

Training & Workforce Development

Practical training for employers and job seekers alike, delivered across all four pillars.

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Ready to work together?

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For Job Seekers

Submit Your CV — Get Discovered By Employers

A LinkedIn-style profile made for this market — your photo, your skills, your story, and a downloadable CV — shared with employers through Shaqo Kaab.

Free for candidates, always. You will receive an email confirming your profile is registered. Your CV is shared with an employer only when we are shortlisting you — see our Privacy Notice.

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How It Works

Three steps from profile to placement

Build Your Profile
Add your photo, skills, experience and a downloadable CV.
Get Discovered
Employers browse and search profiles directly through Shaqo Kaab.
Get Hired
We connect shortlisted candidates directly with employers.

Browse By Category

BaristaClinical Public Health CareCoffee Brewer HospitalityHR ManagementMarketing Marketing and SalesPublic AdministrationTrainer (Hospitality)
Prefer a structured questionnaire?
Download the interview questionnaire (PDF), fill it in, and email it to jobs@shaqo-kaab.com.
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Ready to put yourself forward?

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Talent Profiles

Browse Candidate Resumes

Search the Shaqo Kaab talent database by keyword, location or category, and contact candidates directly through us.

We found 3 resumes in our database

Profiles are submitted by candidates and verified by our team before they are shared with employers.

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Ali Mohamoud Shurie
Public Administration
Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland  ·  Updated 2 years ago
HR ManagementMarketingPublic Administration
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Alex Buhere
Supervisor | Senior Barista | Trainer
Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland  ·  Updated 3 years ago
BaristaCoffee BrewerHospitalityTrainer (Hospitality)
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Asma Omar Abdi
Human Resource Specialist | Clinical Public Health Care | Marketing and Sales
Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland  ·  Updated 3 years ago
Clinical Public Health CareHR ManagementMarketing and Sales
Request Profile

Three candidate profiles are currently listed. The database grows as candidates register.

Looking for someone specific?

Tell us the role and we will search our wider talent pool and network for you.

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SME Business Solutions

Build The Business Behind The Idea

From Idea To Launch — turning growing businesses into structured, scalable operations.

Build My Business Systems →
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Entrepreneurs often build businesses faster than they build the internal systems required to manage them. Shaqo Kaab helps entrepreneurs, startups and growing businesses establish stronger organisational foundations — moving from founder-led to system-led.

Business Start-Up Advisory, Business Planning, Organisational Structuring, Roles & Responsibilities Design, HR Function Setup, Recruitment & Workforce Planning, Policies & Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, Business Process Mapping, Operational Improvement, Management Systems, Performance Frameworks, Employee Management Systems, Business Documentation, Management Capacity Building
Build My Business Systems →

Ready to structure your business?

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HR Technology & Digital Transformation

Better HR Through Better Processes And Smarter Technology

"Diagnose before digitizing."

Start Your HR Digital Transformation →
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Buying software does not automatically transform HR. Effective digital transformation begins by understanding how people work, identifying inefficient processes, and determining what should be simplified, standardised, automated or redesigned.

HRIS/HRMS Needs Assessment, HRIS Selection & Advisory, HRIS Implementation Support, ERP-HR Integration, Employee Database Digitalization, Employee Self-Service, Recruitment & Applicant Tracking, Digital Onboarding, Leave Management, Attendance & Time Management, Payroll Workflow Support, Performance Management Systems, Learning Management Systems, Compensation Workflows, HR Dashboards & Workforce Analytics, Digital Personnel Files, Workflow Automation, AI-Enabled HR Solutions, HR System User Training, Post-Implementation Optimization
Systems That Scale With You
Whatever system your business runs on — HR, sales, inventory — we plan it, build it, and keep it upgraded.
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Also From Us  ·  Dolaal Ventures

Websites & Graphic Marketing For Your Business

Beyond HR systems, we build the public face of your organisation. Dolaal Ventures — powered by Shaqo Kaab Solutions — designs professional, mobile-friendly websites for NGOs, businesses and corporates, and handles the hosting, security, mobile money payments and graphic marketing that keep them working.

Websites from $75
Five packages from community charities to full corporate sites
Mobile money checkout
Zaad, eDahab, WAAFI, PlusDahab and MyCash on your site
Hosting, email & security
Free for year one with Growth, Professional and Corporate
Graphic marketing
Logos, social post packs, flyers and business cards
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Launch promotion · up to 25% off

Your Business Deserves To Be Online.

Professional, mobile-friendly websites and graphic marketing for NGOs, businesses and corporates across Somaliland, the wider region and Canada — designed, built and handed over ready to use.

"Hel websaydh casri ah oo ganacsigaaga u shaqeeya. Qiimo dhimis furitaan!"

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Website Packages And Launch Prices

All prices in USD. The first five clients take the best rate, the next ten a smaller discount, and a standing discount runs until 31 December 2026.

PackageWhat's includedRegularFirst 5Next 10To 31 Dec
CommunityCharities, community groups 1–3 pages, mobile-friendly, contact form, WhatsApp button $100$75$80$90
ImpactLocal NGOs Up to 5 pages, donate/contact section, social links, basic SEO $150$110$120$135
GrowthMid-size businesses Up to 7 pages, product showcase, Google Maps, basic SEO+ Free year-1 domain, hosting, email & security $250$185$200$225
ProfessionalLarger companies Up to 10 pages, blog or news, enquiry forms, speed optimisation+ Free year-1 domain, hosting, email & security $300$225$240$270
CorporateCorporates, institutions Custom design, unlimited pages, bilingual English/Somali, analytics, 1 month support+ Free year-1 domain, hosting, email & security $500$375$400$450

Every package includes: mobile-friendly design · two rounds of revisions · handover training · free graphics (a social media banner, branded post templates or a logo refresh, depending on the package).

Launch discounts apply to website packages only. Charities and NGOs keep 10% off after the promotion ends.

Get Online. Stay Secure.

Everything your website needs to run — set up and managed for you.

Free for year 1 with Growth, Professional & Corporate
Domain name
yourbusiness.com, .org, .so or .ca
from $20/yr
Hosting
Fast, reliable and always online
$60/yr
Professional email
you@yourbusiness.com · per mailbox
$25/yr
Security
SSL certificate, backups, malware scans
$50/yr
Full bundle — all four, one mailbox
$130/year
Business owner working online

Grow Beyond Your Website

Built for how business actually works in Somaliland and the region.

Website redesign & uplift
Already have a website? We revise and regenerate it: modern look, faster, mobile-friendly.
from $150
Mobile money payments
Zaad · eDahab · WAAFI · PlusDahab · MyCash checkout on your site
$80
Online shop (e-commerce)
Products, cart and mobile money checkout
from $400
WhatsApp Business setup
Business profile, catalogue and quick replies
$30
Google Business Profile
Be found on Google Search and Maps
$25
Website care plan
Updates, backups and small edits every month
from $25/mo
Social media management
Monthly content design and posting
from $100/mo
Bilingual copywriting
Website text in English and Somali
$15/page
Careers page / job board
Post vacancies and receive applications
from $150

Free graphics with every package

Community and Impact: social media banner
Growth and Professional: five branded post templates
Corporate: logo refresh and ten post templates

Graphic marketing add-ons

Logo design: $50
Social media post pack (10): $40
Flyer or poster: $25  ·  Business cards: $20

Websites For Every Sector

From community NGOs to corporates, clinics, farms and shops.

NGO and charity teams
NGOs & charities
Corporate boardroom presentation
Corporate & banking
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Health & clinics
Farmer with livestock
Agriculture & livestock
Shopkeepers with phones
Retail & small shops

Only five places at the launch rate.

Message us today to claim yours — free consultation, no obligation.

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Training & Workforce Development

Practical Training And Events That Move Careers Forward

Practical training for employer staff and job seekers alike — bridging academic learning and workplace realities, delivered across all four pillars.

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Why Join Our Trainings?

Practical SkillsExpert TrainersNetworking Opportunities CertificationAffordable & Accessible
Featured Event

Shaqo Kaab Solutions — Open House Recruitment

Meet our team, join our talent pool, or brief us on your hiring needs — open to job seekers, trainers and HR associates, and employers.

Type: Open House
Date, time & venue: To be announced
Entry: Free, registration required
Register by email: trainme@shaqo-kaab.com
Seats are limited — reserve your spot early! We never charge candidates a fee to register or to be considered for placement.
Upcoming

Resume & CV Writing Clinic

Learn how to create powerful CVs and resumes that stand out to employers.

Venue: Hargeisa — HAASi Training Centre
Date & time: TBD2026
Register by email: trainme@shaqo-kaab.com
Upcoming

Interview Masterclass: From Nervous To Confident

Practical tips, role-plays, and cultural etiquette for successful interviews.

Venue: Hargeisa — HAASi Training Centre
Date & time: TBD2026
Register by email: trainme@shaqo-kaab.com
Upcoming

SME Business Skills Bootcamp

A 3-day programme for entrepreneurs covering finance, HR, and tech tools for growth.

Venue: Hargeisa — HAASi Training Centre
Date & time: TBD2026
Register by email: trainme@shaqo-kaab.com
Upcoming

Youth Employability Summit

Bringing together students, graduates, employers, and trainers.

Venue: Hargeisa — HAASi Training Centre
Date & time: TBD2026
Register by email: trainme@shaqo-kaab.com

Registration Steps

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Careers & Current Openings

Build Your Team, Or Build Your Future

Shaqo Kaab Solutions hires for its own team below, and also runs a regional Jobboard advertising roles we're recruiting on behalf of client organisations.

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Careers At Shaqo Kaab Solutions

Join Our Own Team

There are no internal openings at Shaqo Kaab Solutions right now. Speculative applications are always welcome.
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Opportunities

Jobboard — Roles We're Recruiting For Clients

Current vacancies Shaqo Kaab Solutions is advertising on behalf of client organisations across Somaliland, Somalia, Ethiopia and Djibouti.

Full TimePart TimeInternshipTemporaryFreelance

Every role below is advertised by Shaqo Kaab Solutions on behalf of a client who has asked not to be named. Applications are screened by our talent team and shortlists go to the client directly. Shaqo Kaab vacancies run for one month from the posting date. Roles syndicated from Somalijobs keep that platform's own closing date and carry the employer's own logo.

Job types and posting dates below are my recommendation, not confirmed fact — all set to Full Time with a one-month window per your rule. Correct any that are wrong and I will update them.
Senior Systems Analyst
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 6 October 2026 · Closes 6 November 2026
Full Time
Junior Systems Analyst / Administrator
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 6 October 2026 · Closes 6 November 2026
Full Time
Senior Business Analyst
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 6 October 2026 · Closes 6 November 2026
Full Time
IT Delivery Manager — Banking
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 29 September 2026 · Closes 29 October 2026
Full Time
Senior Software Engineer — Banking
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 29 September 2026 · Closes 29 October 2026
Full Time
Solution Architect — Banking
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 29 September 2026 · Closes 29 October 2026
Full Time
Share Applications Analyst
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 13 October 2026 · Closes 13 November 2026
Full Time
Share Applications Officer
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 13 October 2026 · Closes 13 November 2026
Full Time
Share Applications Manager
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 13 October 2026 · Closes 13 November 2026
Full Time
Operations Coordinator
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 13 October 2026 · Closes 13 November 2026
Full Time
Project Accountant
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted 13 October 2026 · Closes 13 November 2026
Full Time
Human Resource (HR) Officer
(on behalf of an undisclosed Hargeisa-based client) · Mogadishu, Somalia
Posted 13 October 2026 · Closes 13 November 2026
Full Time
Open Call for Graduates & Job Seekers — General Talent Pool Registration
Shaqo Kaab Solutions · Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland
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How To Apply

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Every application receives an automatic confirmation by email. Our talent team then reviews it against the client's requirements and contacts shortlisted candidates directly. If you do not hear from us about a particular vacancy, your profile stays in our database for future roles.

Applying is always free. We never charge candidates to apply, to register or to be shortlisted — our fees are paid by employers. Report anyone asking you for payment to info@shaqo-kaab.com.

Speculative applications are welcome — email jobs@shaqo-kaab.com.

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Our People

The Practitioners Behind The Practice

Shaqo Kaab Solutions is built on practitioner experience — people who have sat on both sides of the HR table, in global staffing firms and in Somaliland institutions.

Leadership
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Idil Dolaal

Founder & Managing Director, Shaqo Kaab Solutions

Idil founded Shaqo Kaab Solutions to bring institutional-grade HR practice to Somaliland's growing banks, NGOs and public institutions. Her career spans global staffing firms — Manpower, Adecco, Kelly Services and Randstad — alongside cross-sector HR work in IT, health and science, finance, construction and the NGO sector, built across Canada, Ethiopia and Somaliland.

Her practice sits at the intersection of Somaliland labour law, institutional HR reform and talent management. She is completing an MBA in Human Resource Management at Gollis University, and was a founding force behind the Somaliland Human Resource Association (SLHRA), established to set national standards and build a professional network for the sector.

Institutional HR Reform Labour Law Compliance Job Architecture Workforce Planning Capacity Building

All articles, frameworks and published material on this site are authored and owned by Shaqo Kaab Solutions, whoever within the firm writes them.

Growing The Team

Idil leads every engagement personally. As the practice grows, talent associates and consultants will join the team — handling candidate sourcing, screening and shortlisting across client mandates, and maintaining the talent database that employers draw on. They will be listed here as they join.

If you are an HR or recruitment professional in the Horn of Africa and want to be considered, send your profile to jobs@shaqo-kaab.com.

Trainers, Lecturers & Facilitators

Our training is delivered by a panel of accredited trainers and facilitators drawn from banking, NGO and public-sector practice, working bilingually in English and Somali under the firm’s Trainers, Lecturers & Facilitators policy.

Panel members are assigned to a programme on the basis of sector experience and the language the cohort needs. Where a programme calls for a specialism outside the panel, we bring in an accredited associate rather than stretch the brief.

Want to join the panel?

We work with accredited trainers and facilitators across the Horn of Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Straight Answers, Before You Call

The questions employers, candidates and training participants ask us most.

For Employers
What does HR outsourcing with Shaqo Kaab actually cover?
It ranges from a single function to the whole department. Commonly: recruitment and workforce planning, HR documentation and policy suites, payroll and employee relations support, performance management systems, and acting as your HR function outright where you have none. We scope it against what you already have rather than selling a fixed package.
We already have an HR team. What would you add?
Usually capability and structure rather than headcount. That means diagnostics to find where compliance or process risk actually sits, job architecture and grading, KPI-based appraisal design, and targeted training for your HR staff and line managers. Reform work begins with a diagnostic, not a solution.
Do you understand Somaliland labour law, or do you apply international templates?
Both, deliberately. Every framework we build is written against the Labour (Amendments & Additions) Law No. 31/2020 and local practice, then benchmarked against international standards so it stands up to donor, board and regulator scrutiny. For banking clients we also align to central bank regulatory expectations and Islamic banking standards.
Which sectors and countries do you work in?
Banking and financial services, FinTech, telecommunications, energy and industrial, logistics, NGOs and INGOs, government and public institutions, international organisations, education, SMEs and startups, hospitality, and professional services. Our practice spans Somaliland, Somalia, Ethiopia and Djibouti.
How do we advertise a vacancy through you?
Email the role to vacancies@shaqo-kaab.com with the job description, location and closing date. We can advertise it under your own brand, or — where you would rather not be named publicly — list it as an undisclosed client and manage the shortlist on your behalf.
Can we see candidate profiles before committing?
Yes. Browse the talent profiles on this site and request the full profile of anyone relevant. We share complete CVs with employers once we understand the role and have the candidate's consent.
For Candidates
Does it cost anything to register as a candidate?
No. Submitting your profile and applying for advertised roles is free. Our fees are paid by employers. Career Centre services such as CV writing and interview coaching are priced separately and are entirely optional.
How do I submit my CV?
Use the Build My Profile link on the Talent Profiles page, which takes you to our submission form. You can also email your CV to jobs@shaqo-kaab.com.
Who sees my CV once I submit it?
Our talent team, and employers we are actively shortlisting you for. We do not publish your full CV or contact details publicly, and we do not pass your details to an employer without your knowledge. Our Privacy Policy sets out your rights in full.
I applied but heard nothing. What now?
Your profile stays in our database for future mandates, so one unsuccessful application is not the end of it. If a role closed without feedback, email jobs@shaqo-kaab.com quoting the position and we will tell you where it stands.
Training & Development
Are trainings open to individuals, or only to organisations?
Both. Open-enrolment sessions are published on the Training page and individuals can register directly. We also deliver in-house programmes built from a Training Needs Assessment of your own workforce.
What language is training delivered in?
English, Somali, or bilingually — we design for the room rather than the brochure. Materials can be produced in both languages.
Do participants receive certificates?
Yes, on completion of the programme's requirements.
Working With Us
How are engagements priced?
Project-based for defined deliverables such as a document suite or a diagnostic, and on retainer for ongoing outsourced HR. Pricing follows scope, so we quote after a scoping conversation rather than from a list. Website and graphic work through Dolaal Ventures is the exception — those packages are published openly on the Web Design page.
How quickly can you start?
A diagnostic or a recruitment mandate can usually begin within days of agreement. Full documentation suites and reform programmes are phased, and we will give you a dated phase plan before any work begins.
Is our information kept confidential?
Yes. Client material, workforce data and commercial terms are treated as confidential and handled under our Data Protection Policy. We sign non-disclosure agreements where you require them.

Question not answered here?

Tell us what you are trying to solve and we will tell you honestly whether we are the right firm for it.

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Resources & Insights

Practitioner Writing On HR In The Horn Of Africa

Analysis from live engagements — institutional reform, labour law compliance, performance systems and the regional talent market.

Published by Shaqo Kaab Solutions (Idil Dolaal)

HR Reform & Institutional Practice

Written for boards, executives and HR leads.

HR Reform · September 2026
Building Succession Pipelines in Fast-Growing East African Institutions
Succession planning tends to get treated as a problem for large, mature organisations — something a multinational does for its C-suite, not something a growing bank, NGO or enterprise needs to think about yet.
Read the article →
HR Reform · September 2026
From Static Reviews to KPI-Driven Performance Management
The annual performance review has a bad reputation, and in many institutions it has earned it — a once-a-year form, completed under deadline pressure, scored against vague competencies.
Read the article →
HR Reform · September 2026
Why HR Diagnostics Should Come Before HR Transformation
Every institution that comes to us wanting "HR transformation" already has a theory about what is wrong. The diagnostic exists to test that theory before anyone spends money on the wrong fix.
Read the article →
For Employers

Compliance and regulatory practice.

For Employers · September 2026
Auditing Your HR Policies Against Somaliland's Labour Law
Somaliland's employment framework is anchored in the Labour (Amendments & Additions) Law, No. 31/2020 — and most policy manuals in circulation predate it.
Read the article →
Career Clinic

Practical guidance for candidates and jobseekers.

Career Clinic · April 2024
Mastering Interviews in Somaliland: Cultural Etiquette and Best Practices
In the vibrant and diverse culture of Somaliland, mastering job interviews requires more than a strong CV — it requires reading the room.
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Career Clinic · April 2024
Exploring Different CV/Resume Formats and Styles
A well-crafted CV is your first and often only chance to show an employer what you can do. Choosing the right format matters more than most candidates realise.
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Career Clinic · January 2024
10 Job Search Strategies for Expats Seeking a Career Move in the Republic of Somaliland
Returning professionals and diaspora candidates face a different market from first-time jobseekers. These are the strategies that actually work here.
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Partnership

Building Sector Capacity, Not Just Serving Clients

Somaliland's HR profession is still being built. We partner with the institutions building it.

Shaqo Kaab Solutions works beyond individual client mandates. We convene, train and set standards with the organisations shaping employment practice across Somaliland and the wider Horn of Africa — because a stronger profession makes every institution in it more capable.

Development & NGO

NGOs, INGOs & Donor Programmes

Workforce assessments, localisation of HR systems, skills audits and Training Needs Assessments delivered to donor reporting standards.

Public Sector

Government Ministries & Agencies

Civil service job architecture, grading structures and management capacity building aligned to national labour policy.

Profession

Professional Associations

Standard-setting and network building, including through the Somaliland Human Resource Association (SLHRA), which our founder helped establish.

Education

Universities & Training Institutes

Graduate employability programmes, curriculum input and placement pathways connecting students to real vacancies.

Technology

HR Technology Vendors

Implementation partnerships for HRIS and payroll platforms entering the East African market, with local process design and change management.

Private Sector

Banks & Corporate Groups

Long-term reform partnerships spanning governance, compliance and workforce strategy rather than single projects.

What A Partnership Looks Like
Co-delivered programmes
Joint training, capacity-building and employability initiatives, delivered bilingually and reported against agreed outcomes.
Standards and sector research
Contributing practitioner data and analysis to national standards, labour market studies and professional frameworks.
Referral and placement pathways
Structured routes from training and education into real vacancies on our client mandates.

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If your organisation is working on workforce capability in the Horn of Africa, we would like to hear from you.

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Last reviewed: 19 October 2026 · Shaqo Kaab Solutions, Hargeisa, Somaliland