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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Sisay Balcha

addis abeba
Sisay Balcha

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation, excelling in team motivation and conflict resolution. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced customer satisfaction and integrated gender considerations into projects. Skilled in analytical thinking and coaching, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and empowering team members to achieve their full potential.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation

Social and Environmental Protection Team Leader
12.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
  • Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all organizational levels and implementing actionable changes.
  • · Provides support to intergovernmental processes dealing with social development issues.
  • · Carries out programmatic/administrative tasks, including preparation of budgets, reporting on program performance and preparation of input for results-based budgeting.
  • · Conducts need assessment survey to identify and prioritize the needs of the community.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
  • Oversee environmental impact assessments (EIA) and ensure implementation of mitigation plans.
  • Monitor compliance with national and international environmental regulations.
  • Promote practices that reduce waste, pollution, and environmental degradation.
  • Develop and implement CSR, social safeguards, and environmental policies.
  • Integrate social and environmental protection goals into corporate strategies and project planning.
  • Conduct regular training for staff on social and environmental protection measures.
  • Assess risks and opportunities related to social and environmental impact.

Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation

Senior Gender and Youth Expert
11.2017 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Ensure that gender considerations are integrated into all policies, programs, and project cycles.
  • Conduct gender analysis and develop strategies to close gender gaps.
  • Promote equal access to employment, training, and leadership opportunities for women and men.
  • Design and implement programs that promote youth participation in development activities.
  • Develop strategies to create job opportunities, skills training, and mentorship programs for young people.
  • Advocate for youth inclusion in decision-making at all levels.
  • Organize and deliver gender and youth-focused training sessions for staff, partners, and community members.
  • Develop and distribute educational and awareness-raising materials.
  • Collect and analyze sex- and age-disaggregated data to inform programming.
  • Conduct research on gender gaps, youth challenges, and societal barriers to inclusion.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and policy formulation with evidence-based recommendations.
  • Develop indicators and tools to measure the impact of gender and youth programs.
  • Track progress and prepare periodic reports for management and stakeholders.
  • Engage with stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, and communities, to advocate for gender equality and youth empowerment.
  • Represent the organization in national and regional gender/youth forums.

Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation

Senior Ethics Expert
06.2013 - 10.2017

Job overview

•Organize and provide Ethics training to implementing partners
•Develop strategic plan to prevent misconduct and corruption
•Develop annual program plan.
•Develop monthly, quarterly and yearly reports
•Conduct research on those vulnerable activities which are exposed for corruption and propose alternative solutions to prevent it.
•Follow and Monitor implementation of principles of ethics
•Follow and Monitor the effective implementation of audit remarks
•Provide technical support for branch offices in implementation of strategic plan

Education

Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Master of Arts from Social Work
06-2017

University Overview

  • Thesis Statement: "Exploring the attitude and perception of the community toward community policing in Nefas silk area.”
  • Member of Addis Ababa Red Cross Association, 2020 to Present

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team motivation
  • People management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Complex Problem-solving

Certification

  • [Area of certification] Basic Computer Training - [2014]

Languages

Amharic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Social and Environmental Protection Team Leader
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation
12.2020 - Current
Senior Gender and Youth Expert
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation
11.2017 - 12.2020
Senior Ethics Expert
Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation
06.2013 - 10.2017
Addis Ababa University
Master of Arts from Social Work
Sisay Balcha