ASHEBIR WEGAYEHU

Results-oriented Program Management Professional

Addis Ababa, ET.

About

Highly accomplished Program Management professional with over 10 years of progressive experience leading donor-funded development and humanitarian initiatives across Ethiopia. Expertly coordinates multi-sectoral projects, securing funding from major donors like Global Fund, USAID, and UNFPA, while strengthening partnerships with government and civil society organizations. Recognized for exceptional analytical abilities, strategic planning, and a proven track record of ensuring project compliance and achieving impactful outcomes in complex environments.

Work

Health Development and Anti-Malaria Association (HDAMA)

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Health Program Advisor

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Summary

Led the coordination and implementation of multiple donor-funded health and community development projects across Ethiopia, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.

Highlights

Coordinated the successful implementation of multiple donor-funded health and humanitarian projects, engaging national and regional stakeholders to achieve programmatic goals.

Contributed to the successful development of proposals that secured significant funding from Global Fund, USAID, UNFPA, and the Federal Ministry of Health.

Strengthened key partnerships with government institutions, NGOs, consortium members, and other development partners, enhancing collaborative project delivery.

Designed and facilitated impactful capacity-building initiatives that significantly strengthened project implementation capabilities across regional teams.

Provided technical guidance to regional project teams, improving implementation quality and ensuring compliance with donor and organizational requirements.

Ensured quality documentation and proper filing of project records, maintaining robust donor compliance and audit readiness.

Catholic Health Project (Faith-Based Organization)

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Health Advisor

Gambella, Gambella, Ethiopia

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Summary

Supported the planning and implementation of primary healthcare and health systems strengthening projects, coordinating with regional and local health authorities.

Highlights

Successfully coordinated regional capacity-building activities, significantly improving the implementation of RMNCAH and primary healthcare interventions.

Supported the planning and implementation of primary healthcare and health systems strengthening projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Coordinated project implementation effectively with the Regional Health Bureau, Woreda Health Offices, and various partner organizations.

Organized and facilitated comprehensive training programs and capacity-building activities for health professionals and project staff.

Monitored implementation progress diligently and prepared detailed technical and narrative reports, providing critical insights for project adjustments.

Strengthened partnerships between public health facilities and community stakeholders, enhancing collaborative health outcomes.

Marie Stopes International Ethiopia

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SRH Clinical Officer

Gambella, Gambella, Ethiopia

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Summary

Coordinated quality improvement initiatives and provided clinical support for SRH services, ensuring high standards of care and compliance.

Highlights

Coordinated quality improvement initiatives across multiple service delivery sites, enhancing the standard and effectiveness of SRH services.

Conducted supportive supervision, mentoring, and comprehensive staff competency assessments, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.

Organized clinical trainings and professional development sessions, elevating the skills and knowledge of healthcare teams.

Prepared detailed technical reports and performance documentation, ensuring accurate record-keeping and transparent reporting.

Coordinated referral systems effectively with government and partner health facilities, streamlining patient care pathways.

Supported the implementation of robust quality assurance systems and ensured strict compliance with organizational and national standards.

Actively participated in internal audits and quality improvement reviews, contributing to continuous operational enhancement.

Volunteer

Board Secretary

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Ethiopia End Malaria CSOs Network

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Currently serving as Board Secretary, contributing to strategic oversight and operational guidance for malaria eradication efforts.

Highlights

Provide strategic guidance and administrative support as Board Secretary, facilitating network operations and decision-making.

Contribute to national malaria prevention and control efforts through active participation in a key civil society network.

Education

Gambella University in collaboration with Green Research Institute

Gambella, Gambella, Ethiopia
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Master of Project Planning and Management (MPPM) Project Planning and Management

Adigrat University

Adigrat, Tigray, Ethiopia
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Bachelor of Science Public Health

Languages

Amharic

Afaan Oromo

English

Certificates

Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (BEmONC)

Training Provider

Comprehensive HIV/AIDS (ART/PMTCT)

Training Provider

Integrated Management of Newborn and Childhood Illness (IMNCI)

Training Provider

Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)

Training Provider

Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF)

Training Provider

Long-Term Family Planning

Training Provider

Comprehensive Abortion Care

Training Provider

Skills

Program Coordination & Management

Program Coordination, Program Management, Project Planning and Implementation, Budget Monitoring, Risk Management, Knowledge Management.

Capacity Building & Organizational Development

Capacity Building, Organizational Development, Workshop & Training Facilitation.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development

Civil Society & Community Engagement, Stakeholder Coordination, Partnership Development.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL), Data Analysis, Report Writing.

Resource Mobilization & Reporting

Proposal Development & Resource Mobilization, Donor Compliance & Reporting, Project Documentation, Strategic Planning.

Technical Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SPSS, Epi Info, ENA for SMART.

Leadership & Communication

Communication & Leadership.

References

References

Available upon request.