Abayneh Abebe
Addis Ababa,Ethiopia
Summary
Results-driven humanitarian professional with over 8 years of progressive experience leading integrated, multi-sectoral assistance for vulnerable populations across Ethiopia.
As a Project Coordinator, I successfully led complex emergency responses in drought-affected areas of Borena Zone, Moyale, and Dubluk Woredas—delivering integrated WASH, Protection, Health and Nutrition, and Agriculture interventions to build resilience and save lives. I also coordinated Emergency Shelter/NFI, MPCA, and WASH support for conflict-affected communities in West and Kellem Wollega Zones, ensuring timely, accountable, and principled humanitarian assistance.
As a Health Program Officer, I managed comprehensive health services for South Sudanese refugees and host communities in Gambella, integrating NCD, Mental Health, Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Health Care, and Nutrition services—strengthening access to quality care in one of Ethiopia's most challenging contexts. I combine strong technical expertise with strategic leadership, cross-sectoral coordination, donor engagement, and a deep commitment to serving the most vulnerable.
Fluent in English, Amharic, and Afan Oromo, I bring a proven track record of delivering results in remote, complex, and culturally diverse environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Health Program Officer
Development For Peace Organization(DPO)
South Sudan Refugee Camp, Gambella ,Ethiopia
04.2025 - Current
- Led Integrated Health Service Delivery: Managed the full spectrum of Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Health Care services for South Sudanese refugees and host communities in Gambella, ensuring uninterrupted access to quality care across multiple health facilities and outreach sites.
- Coordinated NCD & Mental Health Programs: Oversaw the integration of Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) prevention, screening, and treatment services alongside Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), addressing the dual burden of physical and psychological trauma in a protracted refugee context.
- Managed Nutrition Services: Supervised community-based and facility-based nutrition programs, including CMAM/IMAM, ensuring timely screening, referral, and treatment of acute malnutrition among children under five and pregnant/lactating women.
- Strengthened Referral Systems: Established and maintained effective referral pathways between primary health care units, secondary hospitals, and tertiary specialized services, ensuring continuum of care for complex cases including surgical, obstetric, and psychiatric emergencies.
- Ensured Quality & Compliance: Monitored adherence to national and international health standards (Sphere, MoH protocols), conducted regular supervision and mentoring of clinical staff, and ensured accurate health information system reporting to donors and government partners.
Project coordinator
Development for Peace Organization (DPO), Ethiopia
Borena zone ,west ,and kellema wollega zone , Ethiopia
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Led Integrated Multi-Sectoral Response: Successfully coordinated integrated WASH, Protection, Health & Nutrition, and Agriculture interventions for drought-affected communities across Borena Zone, Moyale, and Dubluk Woredas—reaching over 50,000 vulnerable individuals with life-saving assistance.
- Managed conflict-emergency programming: Delivered emergency shelter/NFI, MPCA, and WASH support to conflict-affected populations in West and Kellem Wollega Zones, ensuring timely and accountable humanitarian response.
- Led High-Performing Teams: Managed multidisciplinary teams across remote and insecure locations, providing mentorship, coaching, and performance management to ensure quality delivery and staff wellbeing.
- Strengthened community-led approaches: Facilitated participatory planning and feedback mechanisms, ensuring interventions were inclusive and responsive to needs of women, children, and people with disabilities.
- Built partnerships: Fostered collaborative relationships with government authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and community leaders to enhance coordination and maximise collective impact.
- Ensured Donor Compliance & Reporting: Oversaw multi-million dollar budgets funded by USAID and UNOCHA, achieving 100% on-time submission of narrative and financial reports with zero major audit findings.
- Driven Evidence-Based Programming: Used digital data collection tools (Kobo Toolbox, Power BI) to conduct needs assessments, monitor progress, track indicators, and inform adaptive management decisions.
- Integrated Cross-Cutting Themes: Mainstreamed gender equality, protection, safeguarding, conflict sensitivity, and climate resilience across all project activities, ensuring holistic and sustainable outcomes.
- Achieved Measurable Impact: Contributed to a 40% reduction in reported diarrheal diseases, construction of 1,000+ household latrines, rehabilitation of 15 water points, and provision of emergency shelter to 5,000+ displaced families.
- Committed to Humanitarian Principles: Uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism, driven by a deep commitment to serving the most vulnerable and marginalised populations in Ethiopia.
Environmental Health Professional
JHPIEGO International, Ethiopia
Semera , Ethiopia
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Conduct rapid assessments of water, sanitation, and hygiene needs in emergencies.
- Develop and deliver WASH response strategies matched to each emergency context.
- Coordinate local authorities, NGOs, and stakeholders to align WASH response efforts.
- Procure and distribute WASH supplies and equipment to meet delivery dates.
- Train local staff and communities on WASH practices and emergency protocols.
- Monitor WASH intervention effectiveness and adjust programmes based on findings.
- Run hygiene promotion activities that educate affected communities on safe practices.
- Collect and analyse WASH needs-assessment and response data for decisions.
- Produce regular reports on WASH activities, challenges, and successes.
- Support contingency planning and preparedness to keep WASH capacity current.
Integrated Urban WASH Promotion Officer
Gudina Tumsa Foundation (GTF), Ethiopia
Sululta oromia , Ethiopia
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Facilitated community participation in urban wash initiatives for inclusive input into plans.
- Designed and implemented hygiene awareness campaigns for urban behaviour change.
- Collaborated with local governments, NGOs, and community organisations to strengthen wash networks.
- Trained community workers and volunteers in wash best practices for sustainability.
- Conducted surveys and assessments to capture urban wash conditions and needs.
- Advocated for policies supporting improved wash infrastructure and services in urban areas.
- Identified funding opportunities and developed proposals for continued urban wash work.
- Established monitoring frameworks to assess program impact and recommend improvements.
- Coordinated wash responses during urban emergencies for rapid resource deployment.
- Prepared activity reports detailing achievements and challenges for stakeholders and funders.
WASH Coordinator
Woreda Health Office
Borecha woreda, Ethiopia
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Led workshops and community activities to promote sanitation and hygiene behaviour change.
- Trained community health workers and volunteers in sanitation and hygiene best practices.
- Developed and ran hygiene education campaigns using culturally appropriate materials to enhance community understanding and engagement.
- Engaged refugees in planning and maintaining sanitation facilities to ensure long-term community ownership and sustainability.
- Collaborated with health teams, NGOs, and local authorities on integrated sanitation.
- Monitored sanitation facilities to confirm consistent health and safety standards.
- Collected and analysed sanitation and hygiene issue data for better decisions.
- Produced detailed sanitation and hygiene reports to communicate progress and challenges to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
University of Wollo
Dessie, Ethiopia 07.2014 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Project Planning and Management
New Global Vision College
Ethiopia 01.2023 - 02.2025
Skills
- Health programme design
- Health data mapping
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Data analysis
- Kobo Toolbox
- ODK data collection tools
- QGIS
- Grant management
- Operational planning
- Strategic planning
- Report writing
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Leadership abilities
- Stakeholder management
- Staff management
- Problem-solving
- Facilitation
- Interpersonal communication
- Communication skills
Languages
English
Fluent
Afaan Oromo (Mother Tongue)
Fluent
Amharic
Fluent
Arabic
Upper intermediate
French
Intermediate
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Health Program Officer
Development For Peace Organization(DPO)
04.2025 - Current
Project coordinator
Development for Peace Organization (DPO), Ethiopia
09.2023 - 03.2025
Master of Science - Project Planning and Management
New Global Vision College
01.2023 - 02.2025
Environmental Health Professional
JHPIEGO International, Ethiopia
01.2023 - 08.2023
Integrated Urban WASH Promotion Officer
Gudina Tumsa Foundation (GTF), Ethiopia
04.2021 - 10.2022
WASH Coordinator
Woreda Health Office
10.2017 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
University of Wollo
07.2014 - 07.2017