Negasa D.
Senior Humanitarian Program Coordinator
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Negasa D. is an experienced professional in the humanitarian and development sector, bringing over 14 years of expertise across Ethiopia in program coordination, emergency response, agriculture, and community resilience. As a Program Area Coordinator at Dan Church Aid, Negasa has provided strategic oversight for multi-sector projects, managed partnership coordination with government and NGOs, and ensured high-quality reporting and financial oversight. His roles have included developing project proposals, conducting humanitarian needs assessments, and leading field teams in the effective execution of emergency and development operations. With hands-on experience in monitoring and evaluation, agricultural extension, and disaster risk reduction, Negasa has contributed significantly to initiatives supporting pastoral communities, crop production, and sustainable resource management. His academic background includes an MBA from Rift Valley University and a BSc in Horticulture from Jimma University.
Experience
Program Area Coordinator
Dan Church Aid (DCA) · 2024 — 2026Oversaw all DCA and partner projects in the operational area to ensure compliance with quality and timeline standards. Represented DCA in coordination meetings with NGOs and government bodies at zonal and district levels. Compiled quarterly, bi-annual, and annual project progress reports while managing monthly cash forecasts and approving financial documents. Maintained strong relationships with signatory offices and development/humanitarian actors. Provided capacity building for DCA field officers and implementing partners. Conducted joint-monitoring exercises with government offices and tracked post-monitoring follow-ups.Roving Field Officer
Dan Church Aid (DCA) · 2022 — 2024Ensured implementation of humanitarian response activities in East and Bale zones according to operational plans. Actively participated in regular humanitarian needs assessments and communicated findings to country office teams. Developed quality concept notes and project proposals based on identified humanitarian needs. Directly managed all DCA emergency field officers in the assigned zones. Generated standard project impact reports for donors on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.Branch Office Director & Project Manager
EECMY-DASSC · 2019 — 2022Represented the Commission within operational areas to all stakeholders. Ensured project implementation was effective and prepared community-based exit strategies to foster sustainability. Planned, implemented, and monitored projects, submitting timely narrative and financial reports. Handled day-to-day administrative tasks, including personnel administration and maintenance of information files. Monitored vehicle and equipment functionality to ensure cost-efficient utilization.Project Manager
EECMY-DASSC · 2017 — 2019Led the implementation site team, fostering mutual trust and cooperation among members. Monitored and controlled resources, overseeing expenditures. Established communication channels with various stakeholders involved in program implementation.Agricultural Extension Worker
EECMY-DASSC · 2016 — 2017Supported cooperatives in program implementation and facilitated the inclusion of marginalized groups. Conducted training sessions on animal husbandry, crop production, soil conservation, and nutrition. Executed field demonstrations of new crop varieties and improved animal breeds.Oil and Pulse Crops Expert
Rayitu Pastoral Community Development Office · 2015 — 2016Prepared annual plans for oil and pulse crops for the Woreda. Offered technical production support to development agents and pastoral communities. Supervised all crop activities and promoted best practices.Natural Resource Management / D-RISK Project Facilitator
HUNDEE · 2015 — 2015Conducted vulnerability and capacity assessments focused on disaster risk reduction. Collected socio-economic data relevant to watershed and disaster risk reduction activities. Prepared integrated watershed management and contingency planning for targeted kebeles.Dry Land Agriculture Agronomy Expert
Rayitu Pastoral Community Development Office · 2012 — 2015Organized annual plans and provided training on new dry land agriculture extension packages. Collected, organized, and analyzed basic agronomic data for the Woreda.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- MBARift Valley University
- BSc in HorticultureJimma University
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