Yemane Terefe Tadese
Niagara Falls,ON
Summary
Yemane Terefe brings over 10 years of experience in the field of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), refugees, and victims of trafficking. He has worked extensively with international humanitarian organizations, government counterparts, and displacement-affected populations. As a Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) Project Associate with the International Organisation for Migration, Yemane was based in Shire, Ethiopia. He holds a Master's degree in development economics and a Bachelor's degree in Economics. Yemane is highly motivated and deadline-oriented. He has senior-level professional experience in post-conflict rehabilitation, recovery, and reconstruction, with a specific focus on livelihoods, food security, and job creation programs. Yemane has been deeply involved in rebuilding infrastructure, conducting vocational skill training, entrepreneurship, and business development aligned with financial grants and cash-based interventions for small and medium enterprises.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Associate- Camp Coordination and Camp Mana
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
2022.01 - 2024.08
- Independently Work across the organization to ensure the right corrective actions are planned and implemented when required, identify obstacles, and find appropriate solutions.
- Strengthened team dynamics through regular feedback sessions, resulting in increased productivity and improved performance.
- Streamlined data collection processes by implementing efficient tracking systems, leading to more accurate reporting and analysis capabilities.
- Managed critical deadlines by breaking down complex tasks into smaller action items that could be easily delegated or prioritized as necessary.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to solicit input on project goals, priorities, and expectations to ensure alignment across all parties involved.
Livelihoods and Food Security Project Officer
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
2014.06 - 2020.12
- Provide overall support and facilitation for entrepreneurship and business development services implemented in the crisis-affected areas by creating the right linkage with TVETs and other training institutions.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Gathered and organized supporting materials for meetings and project updates.
- Kept stakeholders informed of progress through regular status updates clearly communicating any changes to project scope, timeline or budget.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by conducting thorough project needs assessments and delivering customized solutions.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices in future initiatives.
- Monitored progress against established metrics continually adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results successfully.
- Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
- Coordinated work efforts across multiple departments fostering a cohesive environment conducive to achieving project success efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with clients to clarify project requirements, goals, budgets, timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives by identifying inefficiencies in processes and recommending optimal solutions for improvement.
- Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.
- Overcame unforeseen challenges by proactively identifying potential issues promptly developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their skills development and overall performance within the organization.
- Increased team productivity with regular monitoring, feedback sessions, and performance evaluations.
- Analyzed project data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Allocated project resources to drive productivity and maximize efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, budget constraints, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and optimize resource allocation for projects.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing effective collaboration tools.
- Organized scope, schedule and assignments for entire team.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in executing complex projects on time, within budget constraints, while adhering to stringent quality standards.
- Coordinated numerous small- and large-scale projects to meet client requirements.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning by conducting training sessions and workshops aimed at enhancing team skills and knowledge.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of project milestones and deliverables.
- Reduced project delivery timelines through meticulous planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Drove process improvements by analyzing current workflows identifying areas for optimization implementing best practices consistently.
- Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project success.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Local Economic Development Project Coordinator
Tigrai Bureau of Plan and Finance
2012.12 - 2014.05
- Contribute to developing solutions programs with governments and communities to reinforce local solutions and restore social contracts between institutions, citizens, and displaced communities while supporting social cohesion and socio-economic integration.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
Gender Empowerment Program Coordinator
Tigrai Bureau of Women Affairs
2011.09 - 2012.12
- Prove the required regional support to the CO in project implementation on MSME ecosystem reform and development in restarting business activity at scale, targeting the start-up and survival of MSMEs, with a particular focus on women-owned or managed enterprises.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
Education
Master of Science - Development Economics
Aksum University
Aksum, Ethiopia06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Economics And Management
Mekelle University
Mekelle, Ethiopia07.2006
Skills
- Meeting facilitation
- Budgeting expertise
- Creative solutions
- Software Knowledge
- Multi-tasking skills
- Organization skills
- Project Management
- Client communications
- Client Relations
Applicationletter
To the International Organization for Migration, Ethiopia
Addis-Ababa/Mekelle
Dear Sir/Madam,
Yemane is pleased to learn that his professional history and educational background fully meet the requirements of the job opening for the Senior Project Associate-Livelihood position (vacancy number IOM-VN/0053/24) duty station at Mekelle. Yemane believes he would have another opportunity to serve his current organization even better than previously if he were to accept a more demanding and higher position. He will explain his reasons for applying for this job in the next three paragraphs.
First and foremost, Yemane is extremely driven to apply for this stimulating role because, in addition to the requirements perfectly matching his professional background and educational background, it offers him the chance to further his future professional development in livelihoods and the recovery of crisis-affected areas by putting himself in a more demanding and high-level role.
Second, and perhaps most importantly, Yemane is the best candidate for this job because he has a BSC in Natural Resource Economics, over ten years of experience, and has significantly and effectively improved the lives of migrants, refugees, internally displaced people, victims of human trafficking, and other marginalized groups through the strategic response areas of inclusive business, food and agriculture system, employment and entrepreneurs, and immediate survival needs.
Third, Yemane has developed an operational plan in close collaboration with many partners to implement high-impact interventions along the continuum of care provided to reduce poverty and vulnerability. Yemane has implemented a collaborative monitoring tool in an accountable, transparent, and participatory manner to maximize quality delivery. This will guarantee community-driven development that takes indigenous knowledge into account. During each of these engagements, he provided technological enhancements to support new project management systems, quality, and improved planning as required by both national and international organizations by utilizing creative ways and analytical and problem-solving talents.
Yemane would welcome the chance to go over your requirements and his qualifications in more detail. Kindly get in touch with him by phone or email to arrange a time and day that works for both of you to meet. Lastly, Yemane extends an invitation for you to view his comprehensive resume for your future use.
Regards,
Yemane Terefe
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Project Associate- Camp Coordination and Camp Mana
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
2022.01 - 2024.08
Livelihoods and Food Security Project Officer
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
2014.06 - 2020.12
Local Economic Development Project Coordinator
Tigrai Bureau of Plan and Finance
2012.12 - 2014.05
Gender Empowerment Program Coordinator
Tigrai Bureau of Women Affairs
2011.09 - 2012.12
Master of Science - Development Economics
Aksum University
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Economics And Management
Mekelle University
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