Abdiaziz Hersi Warsame

Chairperson, Civil Service Commission (CSC) of Somaliland
A Strategic Reformer in Public Administration and Institutional Governance

Professional Profile
Abdiaziz Hersi Warsame is the current Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) of Somaliland, appointed on January 16, 2025 by H.E. President Muse Bihi Abdi under Article 90 of the Somaliland Constitution and Civil Service Law No. 97/2022. With a career marked by institutional reform, transparency, and capacity building, he now leads a transformative agenda at CSC focused on digital modernization, meritocracy, and global engagement.

His leadership was officially inaugurated on January 21, 2025, during a formal handover ceremony in Hargeisa.

Key Leadership Highlights (Q1 2025)
Under Chairman Abdiaziz’s leadership, CSC achieved the following milestones in the first quarter of 2025:

• Digital Reform:

  • Launched the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) on 12 February, enabling modernized employee data and census tracking.

  • Partnered with the Ministry of Communication to coordinate a comprehensive civil service census on 10 February, enhancing readiness and transparency.

• Institutional Engagement:

  • Led CSC in high-level dialogues with the World Bank on 19 February regarding the SERP Project, focused on public resource management.

  • Participated in the National Employment Forum opened by the President on 22 February, promoting equal opportunity and labor inclusivity.

• Staff Recognition & Development:

  • Oversaw the 2024 Employee Awards Ceremony on 27 February, honoring top-performing civil servants.

  • Attended a fiscal award event hosted by the Ministry of Finance on 7 February, reinforcing inter-institutional morale.

  • Hosted workshops for Director-Generals on 2 February, emphasizing accountability and effective service delivery.

  • Strengthened team spirit during an Iftar staff gathering on 21 March, integrating cultural values with administrative goals.

Previous Experience
Before his CSC appointment, Abdiaziz served as a Commissioner of the National Electoral Commission (NEC) of Somaliland. He was recognized for:

• Overseeing credible electoral processes.

• Championing civic education and women’s participation in elections.

• Building partnerships with the UNDP, EU, and international observers.

Education & Credentials

• Master’s in Public Administration (LinkedIn: Profile)

• Certifications: PMP, Conflict Resolution, Digital Governance

• Fluent in Somali, Arabic, and English

Vision & Philosophy
Chairman Abdiaziz advocates for a competent, inclusive, and service-driven civil service. His strategic focus includes:

1. Strengthening inter-agency collaboration.

2. Enforcing anti-corruption safeguards.

3. Promoting gender equality in civil service recruitment.

4. Embracing digital transformation for accountability and efficiency.

“Shaqaalaha dawladdu waa laf-dhabarta maamulka wanaagsan. Horumarka Qarankeennu wuxuu ku tiirsan yahay hay’ado shaqaynaya oo hufan.”
– Guddoomiye Abdiaziz, Mar 2025 (translated from Somali post)

Recognition & Affiliations

• Member, Somaliland Public Administration Association

• Contributor to governance policy briefs on decentralization

• Recognized by Somaliland Nation (2025) for strategic leadership

Connect with the Chairman

• Facebook: Abdiaziz Hersi Warsame

• Twitter/X: @abdiazizhw

• LinkedIn: Professional Profile

• CSC Official Page: csc.govsomaliland.org

About the Deputy Chairman

Mr. Xasan Xuseen Cabdi (Xaydar)

Deputy Chairman, Civil Service Commission (CSC) – Republic of Somaliland
A Committed Reformer in Public Service Governance and Civil Service Excellence

Appointed on January 16, 2025 through Presidential Decree JSL/XM/WM/222-037/012025, Mr. Xasan Xuseen Cabdi (Xaydar) serves as the Deputy Chairman of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) of the Republic of Somaliland. His appointment reflects a deep commitment to public service reform, institutional development, and enhancing the merit-based recruitment process in government.

Professional Experience

Mr. Xaydar brings a robust background in administration, planning, and capacity building. He has worked in various public sector roles where he demonstrated integrity, strategic thinking, and advocacy for fair and inclusive employment practices within the civil service.

As Deputy Chairman, he supports the Commission's efforts in implementing key reforms, modernizing HR systems, and promoting accountability across government institutions. He played a vital role in Q1 2025 activities, particularly in civil servant census coordination, performance assessments, and supporting the implementation of the HRMIS digital system.

Key Contributions

• Facilitated workshops and policy dialogues on civil service professionalization.

• Engaged in inter-ministerial coordination to ensure accurate staff data and policy compliance.

• Participated in national employment and recognition forums, advocating for inclusivity and performance excellence.

Leadership Philosophy

Mr. Xaydar is committed to a transparent, inclusive, and competent civil service that delivers quality public services to all citizens. His vision aligns with national priorities for good governance and sustainable institutional reform.

"Reforming the public sector begins with people — investing in skills, ethics, and structures that serve the nation with dignity."
— Deputy Chairman Xaydar

Ku Saabsan Guddoomiye Ku-xigeenka HSHD

Mudane Xasan Xuseen Cabdi (Xaydar)

Guddoomiye Ku-xigeenka Hay’adda Shaqaalaha Dawladda (HSHD)
Hoggaamiye Daacad ah oo Ka Go’an Horumarinta Shaqaalaha Rayidka ah iyo Maamul Hufan

Mudane Xasan Xuseen Cabdi (Xaydar) waxaa loo magacaabay Guddoomiye Ku-xigeenka Hay’adda Shaqaalaha Dawladda (HSHD) 16-kii Janaayo 2025, isagoo magacaabistiisa ku salaysanayd Wareegtada Madaxweynaha JSL (JSL/XM/WM/222-037/012025).

Waayo-aragnimo iyo Kartida Xirfadeed

Mudane Xaydar wuxuu leeyahay khibrad ballaadhan oo la xiriirta maamulka, qorsheynta, iyo horumarinta awoodda shaqaalaha. Wuxuu horey uga soo shaqeeyay hay’ado kala duwan oo dawladeed isagoo lagu yaqaanay daacadnimo, hal-abuur, iyo difaaca nidaamka cadaaladda ku dhisan ee shaqaalaha dowladda.

Xilligii ugu horreeyay ee hoggaamintiisa (Jan–Mar 2025), wuxuu door muhiim ah ka qaatay:

• Kordhinta tayada tirakoobka shaqaalaha.

• Hirgelinta nidaamka HRMIS si loo mideeyo xogta shaqaalaha.

• Dhiirrigelinta waxqabadka iyo abaalmarinta shaqaalaha ku wanaagsan.

Dedaallada uu hoggaamiyo

• Wuxuu fududeeyay kulamo aqoon-is-weydaarsi ah oo lagu horumarinayo xirfadda iyo anshaxa shaqaalaha.

• Ka qeybgalay shirka shaqo-abuurka iyo xafladaha abaalmarinta, isagoo taageeray sinaanta iyo kartida shaqaalaha.

• La shaqeeyay hay’ado badan oo dawli ah si loo sugo xog sax ah oo lagu hago siyaasadaha shaqaalaha.

Himilo iyo Aragtidiisa

Mudane Xaydar wuxuu aaminsan yahay in shaqaale dawladeed oo hufan, karti leh, iyo si daah-furan loo maamulo uu yahay furaha horumarka adeegyada dawladeed. Aragtidiisa waxa ay la jaanqaadaysaa qorshayaasha qaranka ee ku saleysan isla xisaabtan iyo maamul wanaag.

“Hagaajinta adeegyada dawladda waxay ka bilaabataa dadka — kartidooda, anshaxooda, iyo nidaamka ay ku shaqeeyaan si sharaf leh ugu adeega shacabka.”
— Guddoomiye Ku-xigeen Xasan Xuseen Cabdi

La Xidhiidh HSHD

• Facebook: CSC Somaliland

• Twitter: @somaliland_csc

• Website: https://csc.govsomaliland.org

On 16^th January 2025, the President of the Republic of Somaliland appointed Siciid Muuse Xoosh (rooble) as the new Director General of Civil Service Commission.

Madaxweynaha Jamhuuriyadda Somaliland, Mudane Cabdiraxmaan Maxamed Cabdillaahi (Cirro) waxa uu maanta oo ay taariikhdu tahay 16/01/2025 uu wareegto Madaxweyne oo summadeedu tahay JSL/XM/WM/222-036 /012025 uu ku magacaabay Agaasimeyaal Guud oo Cusub. Mudane Siciid Muuse Xoosh (Rooble) oo uu u Magacaabay Agaasimaha Guud ee Hay'adda Shaqaalaha Dawladda JSL.