Ermias Demissie
About Ermias Demissie
Ermias Demissie serves as the IT Unit Head at Save the Children, where he has worked since 2012. He holds a Master's Degree in Information Technology and has extensive experience in IT management and support.
Work at Save the Children
Ermias Demissie has been with Save the Children since 2008, currently serving as the Head of IT. He has held this position for 16 years, overseeing IT operations and strategy. Prior to his current role, he worked as a System Administrator at Save the Children from 2011 to 2012 for one year. His responsibilities include managing network servers, ensuring the security and availability of IT systems, and providing technical support to users.
Education and Expertise
Ermias Demissie holds a Master’s Degree in Information Technology from Sikkim Manipal University, which he completed through distance education from 2012 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science from Addis Ababa University between 2002 and 2006. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Information Technology from Kyoto Computer College in 2006. His educational background supports his extensive experience in IT management.
Background
Ermias Demissie has a strong foundation in IT, beginning his career in the field with a focus on system administration. His work at Save the Children has been centered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where he has contributed to various IT initiatives and projects. His experience spans over a decade, during which he has developed skills in disaster recovery planning, procurement of IT equipment, and operational efficiency improvements.
Achievements
Throughout his tenure at Save the Children, Ermias Demissie has developed and implemented disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity. He has also planned and executed the computerization of major manual systems in field offices, enhancing operational efficiency. His role includes conducting regular maintenance tests on IT systems and managing the organization’s network servers to ensure optimal functionality and security.