Mered Ezra
About Mered Ezra
Mered Ezra serves as the Deputy Chief of Party - Operations at Catholic Relief Services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a position he has held since 2020. With over eleven years of experience in humanitarian aid operations, he has demonstrated expertise in procurement, budgeting, and project management.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Mered Ezra has been serving as the Deputy Chief Of Party - Operations at Catholic Relief Services since 2020, based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. In this role, he oversees operational strategies and ensures effective implementation of humanitarian programs. Prior to this position, he held several roles within the organization, including Senior Project Officer from 2018 to 2020, JEOP Commodity Account Officer from 2016 to 2017, and JEOP Commodity Officer from 2017 to 2018. His career at Catholic Relief Services began in 2015 as a Program Administration Assistant.
Education and Expertise
Mered Ezra holds a Master’s Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Addis Ababa University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Jimma University, completing his studies from 2005 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in procurement and budgeting, which are critical for managing large-scale operations in humanitarian contexts.
Background
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Mered Ezra worked at Addis Ababa University in various capacities, including Staff Training and Development Officer from 2011 to 2014, HRM Expert II from 2014 to 2015, and Assistant Administrator from 2008 to 2011. His experience in academia provided him with a solid foundation in organizational management and human resources, which he later applied in his humanitarian work.
Achievements
Throughout his eleven-year career, Mered Ezra has developed a proven track record in leadership and resourcefulness across multiple operational roles. He has extensive experience in humanitarian aid operations, particularly in the Joint Emergency Operation (JEOP) Program. His strong background in project and commodity management has contributed to effective emergency response strategies, demonstrating his capability in adapting to the dynamic needs of humanitarian projects.