Bethelhem Walelign
Gender Specialist
Hawassa
Summary
Results-oriented and highly skilled Gender Specialist and Coordinator with 7 years of experience in driving gender equality initiatives and promoting inclusivity. Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing gender-responsive programs, conducting gender analysis, and providing technical support to diverse stakeholders. Proven track record of successfully coordinating and managing projects, fostering partnerships, and advocating for gender mainstreaming in various sectors. A dedicated professional committed to advancing gender equity and empowering marginalized communities. Top-notch communicator with excellent time management, administrative and customer service skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Partnership and Capacity Building Officer
HELVETAS ETHIOPIA
06.2022 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Gender Specialist
Care Ethiopia
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work regarding gender issues in the culture of the area where the company has been working.
- Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Assisted with staff training to enforce quality, safety and sanitation guidelines.
Acting Nutrition Specialist
Care Ethiopia
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients.
Gender and Adolescence Program Officer
Link Community Development
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with senior leadership team to implement special adolescent projects, increasing program and organizational capacities.
- Analyzed internal reports to evaluate program effectiveness by using outcomes-based approach.
- Kept programs in line with established mission parameters.
Education
Master of Science - Gender And Family Studies
07.2016
- 3.71 GPA
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
07.2012
High School Diploma -
06.2009
Skills
Corporate Communications
Gender Analysis
Policy Development and Advocacy
Submission Coordination
Capacity Building and Training
Operational Enhancement
Team Performance Improvement
Leadership
Monitoring and Evaluation
Project Management
Emotional Intelligence
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Partnership and Capacity Building Officer - HELVETAS ETHIOPIA
06.2022 - Current
Acting Nutrition Specialist - Care Ethiopia
05.2021 - 09.2021
Gender Specialist - Care Ethiopia
08.2019 - 12.2021
Gender and Adolescence Program Officer - Link Community Development
04.2019 - 08.2019
Hawassa University - Master of Science, Gender And Family Studies
Hawassa University - Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
SOS Herman Gmeiner High School - High School Diploma,
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