Debritu Mekonnen
Washington,DC
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Adept at contract analysis, legal administration, financial operations, and process optimization. Recognized for maintaining confidentiality, ensuring compliance, and facilitating seamless office operations.
Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSOCIATE CONTRACT ANALYST
Discovery Communications, LLC
02.2025 - Current
- Reviewed vendor and talent agreements to ensure legal and financial compliance
- Assisted with contract negotiations and administrative support
- Facilitated and managed contracts for over eight different television networks using both manual and automated strategies.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
National Assembly of State Arts Agencies
03.2023 - Current
- Manage financial transactions, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with federal accounting principles
- Assist with audits, reporting, and financial tracking using Bill.com and Salesforce
- Supported executives in decision-making processes by conducting research and presenting findings in clear formats.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Discovery Communications, LLC
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed calendars, travel, and correspondence for senior executives
- Oversaw contract administration and legal documentation
GROUP ASSISTANT
Discovery Communications, LLC
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated meetings, travel, and executive support
- Assisted with contract preparation and day to day operations of a 100+ legal affairs team
SENIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT
Discovery Communications, LLC
12.2008 - 10.2018
- Supported senior attorneys with contract management and negotiations
- Maintained legal documents and facilitated due diligence processes
- Liaised with external counsel, producers, and network contacts
- Streamlined communication between attorneys and clients through diligent management of correspondence and scheduling.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling a high volume of client data across multiple practice areas.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DCHigh School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker Academic High School
Washington, D.C.01.1995
Skills
- Legal Document Management
- Contract Analysis
- Executive Support
- Operations Support
- Financial Administration
- Calendar Coordination
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Process Optimization
- Audit support
- Compliance enforcement
- Financial analysis
Timeline
ASSOCIATE CONTRACT ANALYST
Discovery Communications, LLC
02.2025 - Current
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
National Assembly of State Arts Agencies
03.2023 - Current
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Discovery Communications, LLC
02.2022 - 11.2022
GROUP ASSISTANT
Discovery Communications, LLC
08.2021 - 01.2022
SENIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT
Discovery Communications, LLC
12.2008 - 10.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
University of The District of Columbia
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker Academic High School
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