Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 23 years of experience in public health, the expert specializes in hygiene, environmental health, and occupational safety. With a focus on WASH-NTD interventions, they have led national and regional projects, collaborating with international NGOs and government ministries. Key skills include project planning, budget administration, and capacity building. Notable achievements include implementing health and safety standards and conducting national WASH surveys. Previously held senior management roles have involved providing strategic direction and technical assistance in disease prevention and control, with a strong record of enhancing public health systems in Ethiopia.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with USAID and the United Nations Tourism Organization (UNTO) on health and environmental safety initiatives. Involvement includes project implementation and technical assistance for safe disposal of hazardous waste management in tourist facilities and capacity building in WASH-NTD interventions. These projects were implemented at both national and regional levels in Ethiopia, focusing on public health, sanitation, and hygiene.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in public health, environmental health, and occupational safety, the expert has held roles such as Public Health Professional Specialist and WASH-NTD focal. Responsibilities have included project management, strategic planning, and capacity building. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses implementing health and safety standards and conducting WASH-related surveys. The expert's work primarily focuses on Ethiopia, addressing both urban and rural health challenges, and collaborating with international NGOs and government ministries to enhance public health outcomes. Extensive experience across various regions has developed a deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in the context of disease prevention and WASH-NTD interventions.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and Amharic, the expert possesses excellent reading, speaking, and writing skills, and is also proficient in Oromo, their mother tongue. These language skills have been utilized in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams in Ethiopia. Educational background includes an MBA from a joint program between Ash-land University, USA, and Lead Star University College, Ethiopia. Additionally, they earned an MPH in Environmental and Occupational Health from Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia, and a BSc in Environmental Health from Jimma University, Ethiopia.