Summary of Qualifications

Highly accomplished and visionary leader with extensive experience in spearheading overall aspects of multilateral and nonprofit organizations focusing on mission support, institutional development, and community involvement.

Philanthropic individual with adeptness in developing comprehensive advocacy and communication strategies; identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships; mapping and pursuing funding opportunities; and writing compelling grant proposals to secure institutional funding for the organization.

Influential decision maker, effective at addressing challenges and identifying solutions, as well as contributing insights to ensure financial sustainability in alignment with established goals and objectives.

Trusted advisor, capable of providing consultative guidance to maximize resources and improve donor engagement and retention.

Visionary communicator/collaborator with outstanding ability to build and strengthen relationships and partnerships with foundations, corporations, and government agencies, and professionals of all levels.

Talented author, effective at producing compelling stories, videos, briefs, key messages, and narratives to convey organizational mission and vision.

Equipped with multilingual fluency in Amharic, English and Tigrinya, as well as working knowledge of French.

Areas of Expertise

Resource Mobilization | Coalition Building and Communications | Grant Reporting Budget Administration and Allocation | Event Facilitation | Portfolio Management Project Management | Policy Influencing | Team Supervision