Biruk Tesfaye
About Biruk Tesfaye
Biruk Tesfaye is an Emergency and Disaster Risk Reduction Program Manager at Catholic Relief Services, overseeing the Farmer-to-Farmer Ethiopia Program, which focuses on agricultural value chain development. He holds two Master's degrees in Agronomy and Management and has extensive experience in project management within agrarian and pastoral contexts.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Biruk Tesfaye has been serving as the Emergency and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Program Manager at Catholic Relief Services since 2014. In this role, he manages the Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) Ethiopia Program, which is a USAID-financed initiative focused on enhancing grain, horticulture, and livestock value chains in the region. His previous position at the organization was as an Agriculture, Emergency and Recovery Officer from 2012 to 2014. His tenure at Catholic Relief Services spans over a decade, during which he has developed extensive expertise in managing projects aimed at improving agrarian and pastoral livelihoods.
Education and Expertise
Biruk Tesfaye holds multiple degrees in relevant fields. He earned his Bachelor's degree from Haramaya University, studying Agronomy from 1995 to 1999. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Agronomy from the same institution, completing his studies from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he obtained a Master's degree in Management from Bahir Dar University, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. His educational background supports his extensive experience in project management, particularly in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation.
Background
Biruk Tesfaye has a strong background in managing agricultural projects within diverse settings. His experience includes working with multiple stakeholders and partner agencies, which highlights his collaboration skills. He has supervised a multinational team of over three members, showcasing his leadership and team management capabilities. His work emphasizes the importance of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation in agrarian and pastoral contexts.
Achievements
Biruk Tesfaye possesses strong proposal writing and grant management skills, which are essential for securing funding from major donors, including USAID, UNOCHA, the World Bank, the European Union, and FAO. His proven track record in implementing projects with various stakeholders demonstrates his ability to navigate complex project environments effectively.