Dagnew Yemane Birhane
About Dagnew Yemane Birhane
Dagnew Yemane Birhane is an Administration Manager at Catholic Relief Services in Mekele, Ethiopia, with over 10 years of experience in logistics, finance, and operations management. He has held various roles in organizations such as Action Against Hunger and the Norwegian Refugee Council, specializing in procurement and security management.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Dagnew Yemane Birhane has served as the Administration Manager at Catholic Relief Services since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing administrative functions and ensuring operational efficiency within the Mekele office in Ethiopia. His work involves managing logistics, procurement, and support services to facilitate the organization's mission in assisting conflict-affected populations.
Previous Experience in Humanitarian Organizations
Prior to his current role, Dagnew held various positions in notable humanitarian organizations. He worked as a Base Purchaser for Action Against Hunger from 2013 to 2016, and as a Support Services Coordinator for the Norwegian Refugee Council from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes serving as an Admin, Finance, and Logistics Officer at Concern Worldwide in 2016, and as a Purchaser at Harvest Mining PLC from 2009 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Dagnew holds a Bachelor's degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management from Bahir Dar University, which he completed from 2006 to 2008. He specializes in procurement, logistics, and operations management, with a focus on data manipulation and anomaly-based analytics aimed at improving operational efficiency. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the humanitarian sector.
Skills and Specializations
With over 10 years of experience, Dagnew specializes in logistics, finance, human resources, ICT, administration, and safety and security. He focuses on planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation to meet the needs of conflict-affected individuals, internally displaced persons, and refugees. He also serves as the security focal point for the Mekelle field office, managing security and mitigating risks.
Collaboration and Relationship Management
Dagnew plays a key role in strengthening relationships with local partners, government entities, and vendors. He collaborates closely with the PDP Manager and Operations Manager to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure that the needs of the communities served are met efficiently.