Ibrahim Kalokoh

About Ibrahim Kalokoh

Ibrahim Kalokoh is a senior academic, technology leader, software systems professional, and innovator at the University of Makeni (UniMak), with more than ten years of experience spanning higher education, information technology, software development, ICT management, digital transformation, innovation, and technology-enabled learning.

He currently serves as Head of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Makeni, where he provides academic and administrative leadership while contributing to teaching, curriculum development, student supervision, research, staff development, and departmental planning. He has been involved in the development and strengthening of Computer Science education at UniMak and is committed to equipping students with practical knowledge and skills relevant to the rapidly changing digital economy.

In addition to his departmental leadership role, Ibrahim serves as Director and Lead Innovator of the UniMak Workflow Innovation Hub (UWIH). Through the Hub, he promotes innovation, entrepreneurship, digital skills development, technology deployment, incubation, mentorship, and the development of practical technology solutions to local and national challenges. His work through the innovation ecosystem has involved areas including educational technology, financial technology, e-health, agricultural technology, eco-tourism, and digital services.

Ibrahim has also served in senior ICT leadership capacities at the University, including responsibility for institutional technology strategy, ICT systems management, digital transformation, and the application of technology to improve university operations and academic services. His experience includes working on university management systems, e-learning initiatives, health information and data management systems, web platforms, connectivity infrastructure, and digital solutions for academic and administrative processes.

As a software systems developer and ICT consultant, Ibrahim has extensive practical experience designing, developing, implementing, and supporting technology solutions for universities, health institutions, NGOs, and other organisations. His professional experience enables him to connect theoretical computing concepts with practical applications and real-world organizational challenges.

His academic and professional work also includes involvement in digital education and e-learning, including the development and implementation of technology-enabled learning initiatives. He has contributed to projects involving online learning platforms, digital learning resources, capacity building, and the use of technology to expand access to education and professional development.

Ibrahim has further contributed to health data management and digital health capacity building, including academic and professional initiatives aimed at strengthening the ability of health professionals and students to collect, manage, analyse, protect, and use health data effectively.

He is passionate about using computing and digital technologies to address development challenges, strengthen institutions, improve service delivery, and create opportunities for young people in Sierra Leone and other developing contexts.

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