Samar Alatifi
About Samar Alatifi
Samar Alatifi is an IT Assistant specializing in Data Management at the World Food Programme, with a background in information technology and extensive experience in various roles within the Danish Refugee Council and other organizations in Aden, Yemen.
Work at World Food Programme
Samar Alatifi currently serves as an IT Assistant specializing in Data Management at the World Food Programme. This role has been held since 2022 in Aden, Yemen. In this position, Alatifi is responsible for managing data systems and ensuring the integrity of information used in the organization’s operations.
Previous Experience in Information Management
Prior to joining the World Food Programme, Samar Alatifi worked extensively with the Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehjælp. Alatifi held multiple roles, including Information Management Officer from 2019 to 2021 and Acting Information Management Team Leader for six months in 2021. Alatifi also served as an Information Management Assistant from 2018 to 2019 and as an Information Management Specialist for four months in 2021.
Educational Background
Samar Alatifi earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from the University of Aden, completing the program from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, Alatifi studied Computer Software Engineering at freeCodeCamp, achieving a Full Stack Web Development Certification from 2016 to 2017.
Experience in Full Stack Development
Before focusing on information management, Samar Alatifi worked as a Full Stack Developer at You for Information Technology from 2017 to 2018. Alatifi also held a position as a Front-End Developer for eight months in 2017 at the same organization, contributing to various web development projects.
Fellowship and Internship Experience
Samar Alatifi participated in the MARJ3 Fellowship program as a Fellow in 2018 for five months. Additionally, Alatifi interned as a Platform Officer at Fatima Al-Fihri Open University for three months in 2019, gaining practical experience in the field.