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GEMECHIS BIZUAYEHU

BIOGRAPHY

Gemechis Bizuayehu is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in engineering, non-profit management, business analytics, construction management, sociology, behavioral science, and healthcare. Currently, he serves as the WaSH Technical Coordinator at Relief International in Sudan, where he leads and supports the strategic planning and implementation of the WaSH portfolio across the country as the head of the sector.

Over the past 14 years, he has held significant roles in esteemed organizations such as Save the Children International, Médecins Sans Frontières, International Rescue Committee, Oxfam GB, International Medical Corps, Goal Global, and others. In these positions, he has consistently demonstrated leadership, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to improving public health outcomes. His work primarily focuses on managing and executing WaSH, sheltering, construction, energy, and non-food items programs, contributing to the health and well-being of underserved populations.

His academic journey includes a B.Sc. in Water Resources Engineering, a Master’s in International Cooperation & Humanitarian Aid, an MBA in Business Administration, and a DBA in Business Administration and Management. He has also acquired eight diplomas in project management, sociology, health science, Microsoft Excel for business, electricity, law, economics: microeconomics, and construction management. Further, he is pursuing advanced-level studies, including an MBA in Business Analytics and an M.Eng in Engineering Management. His professional certifications include Certified Humanitarian Professional, Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator Professional Certificate, and Certified Security Risk Management Professional (SRMP-C).

His proven expertise in strategic leadership, humanitarian engineering skills, and hands-on experience, along with his dedication to improving health outcomes in various settings, make him a valuable asset at any career level. His ability to adapt to complex demands further enhances his effectiveness. He is committed to continuous learning and professional development to expand his impact and enhance his skills.

In addition to his professional achievements, he is passionate about mentoring and leading teams to address critical needs in various communities. His hands-on experience in healthcare infrastructure, WaSH, IPC, and energy has been instrumental in designing integrated programs that enhance the quality of health and nutrition services. He strives to leverage his diverse expertise to create sustainable solutions that improve the quality of life for underserved populations.

Education, Certifications & Credentials

Academic Degrees

• B.Sc. Degree in Water Resources Engineering
• Master’s in International Cooperation & Humanitarian Aid
• MBA Degree in Global Business Administration
• Doctor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management, (from the Atlanta College of Liberal Arts and Sciences)

Current Studies: Pursuing an

• MBA in Business Analytics and a
• Master of Engineering in Engineering Management.

Diplomas Earned:

1. Diploma in Construction Management- UniAthena (Issued Dec 2024)
2. Diploma in Economics: Microeconomics- Alison (Issued May 2024)
3. Diploma in Construction Management- Oxford Home Study College (Issued Feb 2024)
4. Diploma in Legal Studies- Alison (Issued Feb 2024)
5. Diploma in Electrical Studies - Revised- Alison (Issued Mar 2023)
6. Diploma in Microsoft Excel for Beginners and Experts- Alison (Issued Feb 2023)
7. Diploma in Health Studies- Alison (Issued Aug 2020)
8. Diploma in Sociology- Alison (Issued Sep 2019)
9. Diploma in Project Management- Alison (Issued Apr 2016)

Professional Certifications:

• Certified Humanitarian Professional, CHS
• Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator Professional Certificate
• Certified Security Risk Management Professional (SRMP-C).

Top Certifications from Prestigious Universities & Institutions:

1. Rutgers University - Healthcare Organizations and the Health System
2. The George Washington University School of Nursing - Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety
3. The University of Manchester - Global Health and Humanitarianism
4. Rice University School of Engineering and Computing - Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management
5. Macquarie University - Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate I & II
6. Emory University - Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies
7. USAID - Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Coherence
8. World Health Organization - Water and Sanitation for Health Facility Improvement Tool (WASH FIT)
9. Global Nutrition Cluster - Advocating to Senior National and International Leadership in Complex Situations
10. Goodwill Industries International - Multiple Career Coach and Navigator Courses

Key Short Training Certifications:

1. Humanitarian, Development, and WaSH

• Water and Sanitation for Health Facility Improvement Tool (WASH FIT) from the World Health Organization.
• Kobo Toolbox Essentials for WaSH from KoboToolbox.
• Fundamental of WaSH in Health Care Facilities from Emory University.
• WaSH in Schools from the Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology (CAWST).
• Water Safety Planning from Cap-Net UNDP.
• WaSH’Em - Handwashing Program Design in Crisis Situations from CAWST.
• Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) for the Prevention and Care of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) from the World Health Organization.
• Information, Education and Communication (IEC) in WASH Emergencies from Oxfam.
• Water, Hygiene & Sanitation-WaSH from UNICEF.
• Technical Project Management in WASH Emergencies from Oxfam.
• Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Coherence from USAID.
• Advocating to Senior National and International Leadership in Complex Situations from Global Nutrition Cluster.
• Negotiating for Humanitarian Access from Cornerstone OnDemand.
• Disaster Management and Emergency Planning from Humanitarian U.
• Building Community Resilience from Cornerstone OnDemand.
• Introduction to History of Humanitarianism from Humanitarian Leadership Academy.
• Introduction to Results-Based Management from UN Women.
• Project Management Methodologies (PMM) Express from Save the Children International.
• Climate Change and Health from The World Bank.
• Humanitarian Cash Transfers from Agora Partnerships.
• Water Trucking from Cornerstone OnDemand.
• Cross-cutting Approaches from KALU Institute.
• Ethics in Humanitarian Work and Development Cooperation from KALU Institute.
• The International Legal Framework from KALU Institute.
• Sectors of Humanitarian Response, the Sphere Project and the UNHCR Emergency Manual (II) from KALU Institute.
• Building Better Response in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies from Building a Better Response.
• Advanced Infection Prevention & Control from Pacific Open Learning Health Net (POLHN).
• Disasters and Risk Management from KALU Institute.
• MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) in Emergencies from Catholic Relief Services.
• Introduction to Fleet Management from Fleet Forum.
• Managing Project Budgets from Cegos France.
• Acceptance In Action from DisasterReady.
• Fully Integrated Security Management (FISM) from RedR UK.
• Project Management in Development (PMD Pro) Series from Lingos.
• The Situational Skills of the Manager from Cegos France.
• Partner Capacity Enhancement in Logistics (PARCEL) from DisasterReady.
• Remote Management as Operational Mode from DisasterReady.
• Soft Skills in Crisis Management for Responders from United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR).

2. Engineering and Project Management

• Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management from Rice University School of Engineering and Computing.
• Basics of Buildings and Construction Works from UniAthena.
• Construction Management from eLearning College.
• CAPM® Certification Course from SkillUp Online.

3. Business and Analytics

• Business Analytics Using R Programming from O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU).
• Business Communication, Business Economics, Development Economics, Marketing Management, and Statistical Methods for Decision Making from JGU.
• Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate I & II from Macquarie University.
• Introduction to R from Great Learning.
• Responsible AI: Applying AI Principles with Google Cloud from Simplilearn.

4. Career Coaching and Professional Development

• Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator Professional Certificate from Goodwill Industries International, focusing on career support, client intake, assessments, skill analysis, and planning.
• Professional Business Writing Skills from Alison.

5. Healthcare and Public Health

• Healthcare Organizations and the Health System from Rutgers University.
• Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety from The George Washington University School of Nursing.
• Global Health and Humanitarianism from The University of Manchester.
• Healthcare Management from Great Learning Support.
• Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies from Emory University.
• Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) core components and multimodal strategies from the World Health Organization.
• Standard Precautions: Hand Hygiene and Medical Waste Management from the World Health Organization.

6. Safety and Security

• Personal Safety and Security from Save the Children International.
• Preparing and Responding to Active Shooter Incidents from UNDSS.
• Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) from UNICEF and UNHCR.
• Standard Precautions-Medical Waste Management from the World Health Organization.
• Respect and Dignity in Work Place from Save the Children International.
• BSAFE from UNDSS.
• Comprehensive Protection of Civilians Training Materials for United Nations Peace Operations: Military Version from Peace Operations Training Institute.
• Housing, Land, and Property in Shelter Programs from DisasterReady.
• Professional Standards for Protection Work from International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).
• Wellness and Resilience for Frontline Workers and Managers from Humanitarian Leadership Academy.
• Safeguarding Essentials from Humanitarian Leadership Academy.

 

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