Getachew Desale
About Getachew Desale
Getachew Desale serves as the Child Protection Program Manager at Save the Children, where he has worked since 2013. He focuses on understanding human behavior and addressing social injustices, particularly for marginalized communities.
Work at Save the Children
Getachew Desale has been serving as the Child Protection Program Manager at Save the Children since 2013. In this role, he focuses on child protection initiatives and strategies to support vulnerable children and families. Prior to this position, he worked as a Program Officer at Save the Children for eight months in 2012 and 2013. His extensive experience within the organization has allowed him to contribute significantly to various child protection programs and policies.
Education and Expertise
Getachew Desale holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology from Addis Ababa University, where he studied from 1998 to 2003. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in understanding human behavior and societal structures. Additionally, he studied at Tadagiwa in Ethiopia, further enhancing his knowledge and skills relevant to his work in child protection and human rights advocacy.
Background
Getachew Desale has dedicated his career to addressing injustice and supporting marginalized communities. His commitment to defending human rights is evident in his professional roles, particularly in child protection. Since October 2021, he has been leading child protection efforts at Save the Children International's Ethiopia office, where he applies his knowledge and experience to improve the lives of vulnerable children.
Achievements
Throughout his tenure at Save the Children, Getachew Desale has focused on developing and implementing programs aimed at protecting children's rights and welfare. His work emphasizes understanding the complexities of human behavior and the societal issues that affect marginalized groups. His leadership in child protection initiatives has contributed to the organization's mission of ensuring a safe environment for children.