Hi, I’m
Hagerework Sinebo
human rights lawyer
Arbaminch,southern Ethiopia
Summary
About me: Human rights expertise. Lecturer in law and researcher in legal and socio-legal fields. A highly driven, community-focused law graduate from Arbaminch University with a 3.92 GPA and a master's degree in human rights and justice studies (GPA 3.93). Furthermore, I worked as the gender office coordinator at Arbaminch University. I am recognized as a peace ambassador and president of the University Students Peace Forum Association. I am also a founding member of WARKA for Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation, a civil society organization (CSO) dedicated to advancing conflict resolution through dialogue by empowering existing cultural dispute resolution methods, as well as upholding transitional justice aspects in order to better serve justice, including the rights of women and the vulnerable. While Ethiopia began transitional justice, I facilitated a panel discussion in Arbaminch city with the stakeholders on the implementation of transitional justice in Ethiopia.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Abaminch university Arbaminch
Exit Exam, Moot Court and Legal Clinic Coordinator
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated arrangements for moot court competitions
- Assisted students with exam preparation through tutorial programs.
- Engaged and facilitated paralegal services.
Arbaminch UniversityArbaminch
Lecturer of Law
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans and lecture materials for courses taught.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, projects, or other assessments.
- Participated in faculty committees related to department initiatives and college-wide policies.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in higher education.
- Advised student clubs and organizations related to field of specialization.
Arbaminch University, school of lawArbaminch
Paralegal Service Provider
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- prepared and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
Center for Advancement of Rights and Democracy (CARD)Haramaya, Ethiopia
Human Rights Project Coordinator
01.2022 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Developed and delivered comprehensive presentations on the initiative called Empowering Tomorrow's Advocate to enhance awareness of basic human rights among university students.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to develop future project initiatives.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to discuss project requirements, objectives, and outcomes.
Oxford Brook university, England and Arbaminch university collaborationArbaminch
Facilitator for Research Data Collection
05.2024 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Facilitated data collection on a research called 'Assessment of the Effects of Multiple Internal Displacement on People's Access to Shelter, Livelihood, and Education in Ethiopia'.
- I was involved in going to displacement camps and interviewing many different people about their experiences and current situations.
- Also involved in a report formed to be used for further research into what support should be provided.
Resource Center for Sustainable Change in EthiopiaHawassa
Project Facilitator
03.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Managed a project called 'Promoting Peaceful Coexistence and Harmony in South Ethiopia'.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, policies and procedures related to the project.
- Prepared reports on project progress for management review.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful implementation of projects across multiple areas of business.
- Facilitated meetings with stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
Gamo Zone high court, EthiopiaArbaminch
Intern in Paralegal Service
02.2021 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Provided pleadings for those who can't afford representation.
- Delivered legal awareness for the community.
- Provided legal counseling services.
- Proofread documents before submitting them to the registrar of the court.
Education
Arbaminch UniversityEthiopia
Masters GPA 3.93 from Human Rights And Justice Studies
09.2024
University Overview
- Dean's List
- Thesis Title: Assessing SGBV victim’s shelter right in Ethiopian law; Arbaminch and Chencha case studies
- Professional Development Courses: higher diploma program
- Relevant Coursework and Training Programs: took on basics of human rights in Addis Ababa and justice for women in Kampala
- Major in: human rights, justice and peace studies
Arbaminch UniversityEthiopia
Bachelor Degree of Law from Law
06.2021
University Overview
GPA: 3.92
- Dean's List
- Projects and Research: Governance and utilization of land right over peri-urban lands; case study in hosanna zuriya woreda, Ethiopia
- Executive member of the peace forum association established by ministry of education of ethiopia
- Member of the (Arbaminch university gender club, law students association, leader in peace forum association, human rights club of Arbaminch university..among others)
Yekatit 25/67 schoolHosanna, Ethiopia
Higher and preparatory education
06.2016
Skills
- Teaching
- Conflict resolution
- MS Office
- Cultural Awareness
- Supervision and leadership
- Public Speaking
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- English, Amharic and Hadiyisa
- Project Coordination
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Research
Accomplishments
- Gold Medalist, 2022, Best Outstanding Graduate, 2021, GPA 3.92 Arbaminch University
- Molter, 2022, Represented Arbaminch University in national moot court competition
- Best Outstanding Student, 2018, For best academic excellence
- President for Peace Forum Association, 2021-2022, Served as president for two consecutive years
- Award for Coordination, 2019-2022, Served in coordinating gender associations of Arbaminch University
- Membership Award, 2017-2021, Member of Arbaminch University Law Students Association
- Award for Capacity Building for Civic Engagement, 05/15/23 - 05/21/23, Successfully completed training on capacity building for democratic civic engagement of the youth in Ethiopia
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/07/99
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Ethiopian
Languages
- English
- Amharic
- Hadiya
References
- Dr. Sam Ponniah, Associate Professor in Human Rights, Arbaminch University, vpsponniah@gmail.com, +251983300467
- Dr. Beza Dessalegn, Associate Professor in Human Rights, Addis Ababa University, bezadesy4722@hu.edu.et, +251911472230
Certification
- Award for successful completion of training for trainers (TOT) on strategic interest litigation, policy and legal reform as well as the documentation and litigation of conflict related sexual violence, 2nd- 5th April 2024 in kampala, Uganda
- Leadership and Conflict Management Skill, 2018, Successfully completed training at Addis Ababa
- certification for completing training on work ethics and moral values; training on work ethics and moral values and malpractice prevention 2022
- employability skill certification; for completing training on employability skill and job readiness in 2022
- Certification by US Embassy Addis Ababa Regional English Language Office, 11/30/23 - 12/01/23, Completed training on scientific writing, publication, and grant writing
- certification in recognition for being a judge in annual moot court competition organized by Arbaminch university, January 22- February 1 2024
- certificate of graduation for Higher Diploma Programme, July 1, 2024
- certification for successfully completing training on research grant writing and digitalized data collection organized bt Arbaminch university December 2024
Affiliations
• Human rights issues
• Conducting Researches
• Giving legal aid services
• Reading different genres
• Traveling
• playing football, volleyball & riding bike
Timeline
Exit Exam, Moot Court and Legal Clinic Coordinator
Abaminch university
08.2024 - Current
Facilitator for Research Data Collection
Oxford Brook university, England and Arbaminch university collaboration
05.2024 - 05.2024
Lecturer of Law
Arbaminch University
01.2022 - Current
Human Rights Project Coordinator
Center for Advancement of Rights and Democracy (CARD)
01.2022 - 06.2024
Project Facilitator
Resource Center for Sustainable Change in Ethiopia
03.2021 - 06.2022
Intern in Paralegal Service
Gamo Zone high court, Ethiopia
02.2021 - 06.2021
Paralegal Service Provider
Arbaminch University, school of law
02.2021 - Current
Arbaminch University
Masters GPA 3.93 from Human Rights And Justice Studies
Arbaminch University
Bachelor Degree of Law from Law
Yekatit 25/67 school
Higher and preparatory education
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