Melaku Gebremichael Abebe
MBA In Operations Management
Nairobi
Summary
Results-driven Operations Leader with extensive experience in logistics, emergency response coordination, and operational management in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize workflows, and leverage data-driven insights to enhance productivity, safety, and service delivery. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement to drive operational excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Humanitarian Affairs Officer for Emergency Preparedness and Response
UNOCHA
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Monitored and analyzed workflows to enhance efficiency and operational performance.
- Supported teams with structured guidance, ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
- Utilized data analytics to drive decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to address workflow challenges and streamline processes.
- Provided operational and coordination support to Regional preparedness efforts including write up of prep plans, mobilization of personnel and assets, and after-action reviews
- Prepared and followed up on monthly coordination meetings in various locations in the Continent, updated resources tracking sheets
- Monitored the evolution of existing and anticipated hazards, and flagged or advised on any unforeseen developments in the Region
Humanitarian Affairs Officer for cash and Social Protection
UNOCHA
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided operational oversight to ensure service delivery aligned with strategic goals.
- Tracked performance metrics and conducted data analysis to improve efficiency.
- Led workforce training initiatives, coaching teams and partners to enhance service execution.
- Managed stakeholder relationships to resolve operational bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.
- Worked with private sectors on resource mobilization and to ensure operational alignments
- Organized induction sessions for newly joined partners and cluster coordinators on the cash transfer guidelines and beneficiary selection
- Co-lead Task Team 2 of the CWG and supported several rapid inter-agency cash feasibility assessments in various locations
- Supported the continuity and dissemination of country-wide collaborative markets and prices analysis and informed on risks regarding purchase power, inflation, and devaluation, with their impacts on CVA
- Maintained effective operational interface with the relevant line ministries and local authorities
- Promoted accountability through data analysis and information sharing, and documented lessons learned for further improvement of the response
Field Operations and Coordination Officer, Shelter and Settlement Unit (Consultancy)
IOM South Sudan
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided strategic leadership in flood response coordination within the IOM Shelter and Settlement Unit in South Sudan
- Ensured seamless coordination through the activation of Sub-national Cash Working Group and Chairmanship appointment
- Steered flood mitigation activities, engaging communities, and local authorities in sustainable planning initiatives
- Oversaw teams implementing emergency non-food items distribution and provided technical guidance, including on how to organize distributions using the Kaizen Principles
- Played a key role in compiling reports, hosting high-level delegations, and nurturing team relationships
Sub-National Emergency Shelter and NFI Cluster Coordinator (P3) – Standby partner (CANADEM)
Tigray Emergency Response
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Activated and chaired the most functional Emergency Shelter and NFI Cluster in the Tigray region, steering comprehensive response efforts
- Galvanized over $48 million in funding for the Cluster by fostering strong donor relationships and strategic advocacy
- Spearheaded capacity-building initiatives, training partners on rapid assessments, accountability, and gender-responsive practices
- Facilitated shelter constructions and NFI distributions which benefited over 1.8 million IDPs in conflict-affected Tigray
- Elevated operations through timely reporting, resource management, and effective communication strategies
Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Planning and Coordination Unit), NOB – FTA
UNOCHA
10.2016 - 12.2020
- Acted as primary focal point for Inter-Cluster Coordination Group (ICCG) and the Ethiopia Humanitarian Country Team (HCT)/CMCoord within the Inter-Cluster Coordination Groups in Ethiopia, orchestrating collaborative efforts across sectors
- Led access assessments and risk analysis across Ethiopia, identifying operational constraints, and solutions enabling effective program adaptations in conflict-affected regions
Senior Community Services Assistant (Health, Community Based Protection, Child Protection, SGBV and PSEA), G5 – FTA
UNHCR Ethiopia
01.2014 - 09.2016
- Established SOPs for health and protection partners to manage cholera cases safely and effectively within refugee settings
- Oversaw the Oral Cholera Vaccination Campaign in four refugee camps which hosted over 120,000 vulnerable refugees
Reproductive Health Officer
International Rescue Committee
06.2009 - 12.2013
- Held managerial responsibilities, overseeing a large team and managing a comprehensive reproductive health program
- Secured substantial funding through effective proposal writing and donor relationships
- Collaborated with stakeholders on complementarity of resources and alignment of priorities
- Organized several training sessions on operational effectiveness to health care workers
Emergency Mobile-Clinic Coordinator
International Rescue Committee
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Led emergency cholera outbreak responses, providing case management and operational coordination support in hot spot locations
- Strengthened community health systems through introducing SOPs
- Oversaw daily operations of four emergency mobile clinics and designated health care workers to ensure quality mobile health care delivery
OTP Nurse/Coordinator
CRS Ethiopia
08.2008 - 06.2009
Team Leader for a ‘Healthy Choice Adolescent Reproductive Health Project’ funded by the USAID
CRS Ethiopia
11.2006 - 07.2008
Field Animator for community-based hygiene and sanitation project
Inter Aide France
06.2005 - 10.2006
Outreach Nutrition Supervisor
MSF Switzerland
01.2005 - 05.2005
Food monitor
CONCERN Worldwide
03.2004 - 11.2004
Education
Master’s in Business Administration - Operations Management
Assam Don Bosco University
Master’s Degree - International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid
Kalu International Humanitarian Aid Studies Center
Bachelor of Arts - Senior Public Health
Soloda Health and Technology College
Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Sex
Male
Status
Married
Cell Phone
- +251912078418
- +380504101924
Skype
melaku_gebremichael
Current Address
Kileleshwa, Gatundu Close, Sepal Gardens, Nairobi, Nairobi
Physical Address
UNECA Compound, Old building, 4th floor, P.O.box. 60252, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/27/85
- Nationality: Ethiopian
Other Positions
- 08/01/08, 06/30/09, OTP Nurse/Coordinator, CRS Ethiopia
- 11/01/06, 07/31/08, Team Leader for a ‘Healthy Choice Adolescent Reproductive Health Project’, CRS Ethiopia
- 06/01/05, 10/31/06, Field Animator for community-based hygiene and sanitation project, Inter Aide France
- 03/01/04, 11/30/04, Food monitor, CONCERN Worldwide
- 05/01/05, 01/31/04, Outreach Nutrition Supervisor, MSF Switzerland
Timeline
Humanitarian Affairs Officer for Emergency Preparedness and Response
UNOCHA
08.2024 - 11.2024
Humanitarian Affairs Officer for cash and Social Protection
UNOCHA
03.2023 - 08.2024
Field Operations and Coordination Officer, Shelter and Settlement Unit (Consultancy)
IOM South Sudan
12.2021 - 02.2023
Sub-National Emergency Shelter and NFI Cluster Coordinator (P3) – Standby partner (CANADEM)
Tigray Emergency Response
01.2021 - 12.2021
Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Planning and Coordination Unit), NOB – FTA
UNOCHA
10.2016 - 12.2020
Senior Community Services Assistant (Health, Community Based Protection, Child Protection, SGBV and PSEA), G5 – FTA
UNHCR Ethiopia
01.2014 - 09.2016
Emergency Mobile-Clinic Coordinator
International Rescue Committee
01.2011 - 06.2011
Reproductive Health Officer
International Rescue Committee
06.2009 - 12.2013
OTP Nurse/Coordinator
CRS Ethiopia
08.2008 - 06.2009
Team Leader for a ‘Healthy Choice Adolescent Reproductive Health Project’ funded by the USAID
CRS Ethiopia
11.2006 - 07.2008
Field Animator for community-based hygiene and sanitation project
Inter Aide France
06.2005 - 10.2006
Outreach Nutrition Supervisor
MSF Switzerland
01.2005 - 05.2005
Food monitor
CONCERN Worldwide
03.2004 - 11.2004
Master’s Degree - International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid
Kalu International Humanitarian Aid Studies Center
Bachelor of Arts - Senior Public Health
Soloda Health and Technology College
Master’s in Business Administration - Operations Management
Assam Don Bosco University
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