Dr.Birara Hunyalew Yazie

Humanitarian Operations Manager | Emergency Response | Programme Operations | Supply Chain & Logistics | Health Systems Strengthening Senior humanitarian operations and programme management professional with 19+ years of progressive experience leading operations, supply chain, logistics, procurement, asset and fleet management, emergency response, and health-sector programme support across government, UN, international NGO, and development environments. Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into effective operational systems, strengthen programme delivery, manage complex resources, and coordinate multi-stakeholder operations in challenging and rapidly changing environments. Currently serving as an Asset Management Specialist and Technical Advisor supporting Ethiopia’s Federal Ministry of Health through UNICEF, providing technical and operational leadership across health-sector asset management, fleet and transport, inventory, fuel management, facilities and general services, ERP/IFMIS processes, asset accountability, and institutional systems strengthening. Experienced in supporting national-scale reforms involving fixed assets, fleets, procurement, warehouses, transport systems, emergency logistics, donor-funded resources, and public-sector accountability. Brings extensive experience coordinating humanitarian and development operations, including emergency and displacement responses, health programmes, drought and IDP operations, field logistics, procurement, warehousing, fleet management, and programme support. Has worked with government institutions, UNICEF-supported programs, USAID-funded initiatives, international NGOs, and development partners, managing complex operational requirements across multiple regions and stakeholders. Strong record of improving operational efficiency, strengthening internal controls, reducing resource wastage, improving asset utilization, enhancing supply-chain visibility, and developing practical systems for planning, monitoring, reporting, compliance, and accountability. Experienced in managing multi-million-dollar assets and donor-funded resources, supporting large vehicle fleets, coordinating field operations, developing SOPs and operational frameworks, and providing technical guidance to senior leadership. Core strengths include humanitarian operations management, emergency preparedness and response, programme operations, supply chain and logistics, procurement, fleet and transport management, warehouse and inventory management, fixed asset management, health systems strengthening, donor compliance, operational risk management, government coordination, stakeholder engagement, data-driven decision-making, and organizational capacity strengthening. Recognized for combining strategic leadership with hands-on operational expertise, cross-functional coordination, analytical problem-solving, and a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, service delivery, and humanitarian principles.

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• 3D Modeling
• Ability to adapt
• ability to adapt to many situations
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stay calm in difficult situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to convey vision while also collabarating
• Able to manage multiple projects
• Account Administration
• Account Management
• Action Planning
• Active Directory
• Active Directory and Windows 7/10 support
• Activity coordination
• activity support
• adaptability
• adept at multitasking.
• ADL Care
• Administrative
• Administrative Support
• Adobe
• ADP Workforce Now
• Advanced Computer Knowledge
• Advance skills office computer technology
• Aging analysis
• AI-assisted development
• alimentation
• Analyse de textes
• Analyse narrative
• analysis
• Analytical
• assessment
• Attendance Management
• attitude professionnelle

1. Procurement and Operations Support Expert (Part-Time)

   IOS Partners Inc.

   sept. 2023 to janv. 2025

   Ethiopia

   3.2. IOS Partners Inc. (Consultancy) Procurement and Operations Support Expert (Part-Time) Dec 2023 – Jan 2025 • Supported procurement, logistics coordination, donor compliance, project implementation, and reporting. • Supported procurement operations, logistics coordination, and supply management activities. • Maintained procurement and logistics records in compliance with donor and organizational requirements. • Coordinated supplier communication, operational reporting, and logistics documentation. • Assisted in contract administration and operational follow-up activities. 1. Supported inventory monitoring and procurement tracking processes. 2. Demonstrate practical experience supporting UN-related shipping operations, diplomatic clearance procedures, and coordination with relevant government entities. 3. Prepare note verbales and facilitate customs clearance coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Ethiopian Customs Commission (ERCA), and other regulatory authorities. 4. Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. 5. Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, Bills of Lading (BoL), Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt (FCR), CMR documentation, bonded warehouse procedures, and international air, land, and sea freight operations. 6. Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. 7. Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures.

2. Project Operations Manager (Health & Nutrition Project)

   3.3. Nahom Consultancy Services (NCS)

   oct. 2022 to juin 2025

   Ethiopia

   Project Operations Manager (Health & Nutrition Project) • Managed project implementation schedules, field coordination, stakeholder engagement, and operational reporting. • Coordinated project logistics, operational support, and supply management activities. • Managed operational communication between project teams, partners, and stakeholders. • Organized workshops, meetings, and logistics arrangements for project implementation. • Prepared operational reports, logistics updates, and project documentation. • Supported field-level coordination and administrative operations. • Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. • Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, Bills of Lading (BoL), Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt (FCR), CMR documentation, bonded warehouse procedures, and international air, land, and sea freight operations. • Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. • Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures.

3. Advisor

   Federal Ministry of Health Ethiopia

   déc. 2019 to Aujourd’hui

   Ethiopia

   3.1. Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH), Ethiopia Health Asset Management Specialist / Technical Advisor (Dec 2019–Present) • Lead operational planning and implementation of national health logistics and emergency support activities. • Coordinate procurement, transport, warehousing, fleet, inventory and medical equipment deployment. • Supervise multidisciplinary technical teams and coordinate with UNICEF, WHO, USAID, Africa CDC and government partners. • Lead and coordinate health asset management, supply chain, and logistics support activities across multiple departments, health facilities, and operational units. • Develop operational plans, procurement plans, monitoring frameworks and executive reports. • Conduct operational risk assessments and capacity-building for health institutions. • Support procurement planning, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, and distribution of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and operational supplies. • Coordinate with government ministries, customs authorities, suppliers, freight forwarders, transport providers, and development partners on logistics, shipping, and operational matters. • Prepare official correspondence, memoranda, reports, technical documents, briefing notes, and operational updates for senior management and stakeholders. • Monitor asset tracking and inventory management systems to ensure compliance with government regulations, accountability standards, and operational procedures. • Coordinate customs clearance, import/export documentation, and transportation arrangements for imported medical commodities, operational equipment, and sensitive goods. • Support logistics planning and operational coordination for workshops, conferences, trainings, emergency response activities, and field operations. • Provide technical support on supply chain management, logistics coordination, procurement processes, and operational planning activities. • Demonstrate practical experience supporting UN-related shipping operations, diplomatic clearance procedures, and coordination with relevant government entities. • Prepare note verbales and facilitate customs clearance coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Ethiopian Customs Commission (ERCA), and other regulatory authorities. • Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. • Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, Bills of Lading (BoL), Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt (FCR), CMR documentation, bonded warehouse procedures, and international air, land, and sea freight operations. • Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. • Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures. • Maintain accurate operational records, shipment documentation, filing systems, databases, and logistics reporting tools to support accountability and decision-making processes. Key Achievements • Improved operational efficiency through enhanced tracking and documentation systems for assets and logistics operations. • Supported nationwide coordination and deployment of health-related assets and operational supplies. • Contributed to strengthening accountability and reporting systems for public sector asset management.

4. Supply Chain & Logistics Coordinator

   USAID / VectorLink Project – ABT Associates

   mars 2018 to nov. 2019

   Ethiopia

   Supply Chain & Logistics Coordinator Mar 2018 – Nov 2019 • Coordinated regional logistics, procurement, transport, warehousing, emergency logistics, and USAID compliance. • Coordinated multi-regional supply chain and logistics operations for health commodity distribution. • Managed logistics documentation, shipment tracking, and reporting systems. • Coordinated transportation and operational activities between field offices and central teams. • Maintained inventory and logistics records while ensuring compliance with donor regulations. • Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. • Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, Bills of Lading (BoL), Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt (FCR), CMR documentation, bonded warehouse procedures, and international air, land, and sea freight operations. • Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. • Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures. • Supported procurement coordination and operational planning activities. • Prepared logistics reports, briefing notes, and operational analyses.

5. Logistics Officer (Warehouse & Administration)

   ICAP – Columbia University (EPHIA Project)

   oct. 2017 to mars 2018

   3.5. ICAP – Columbia University (EPHIA Project) Logistics Officer (Warehouse & Administration) Oct 2017 – Mar 2018 • Managed warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics coordination activities. • Coordinated transportation and distribution of operational supplies and project materials. • Maintained logistics documentation, inventory records, and warehouse tracking systems. • Supported field logistics coordination and travel arrangements. • Managed warehouse, transport, field logistics and operational support. • Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. • Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. • Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures.

6. Emergency Field Logistics Officer

   International Medical Corps (IMC)

   mai 2016 to févr. 2017

   Ethiopia

   Emergency Field Logistics Officer May 2016 – Feb 2017 • Coordinated emergency logistics and supply support activities in challenging operational environments. • Coordinated emergency logistics operations and humanitarian response support. • Managed shipment coordination, transportation planning, and warehouse operations. • Supported procurement follow-up, inventory management, and distribution activities. • Maintained operational records and logistics reporting systems. • Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. • Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, Bills of Lading (BoL), Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt (FCR), CMR documentation, bonded warehouse procedures, and international air, land, and sea freight operations. • Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. • Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures.

7. Logistics & Administrative Assistant / Officer

   World Vision International

   janv. 2013 to mai 2016

   Ethiopia

   3.7. Logistics & Administrative Assistant / Officer Jan 2013 – May 2016 • Supported logistics operations, procurement coordination, and administrative activities. • Assisted in warehouse management, inventory tracking, and transport coordination. • Maintained operational records, logistics documentation, and reporting systems. • Coordinated meetings, workshops, and field operational activities. Utilize ERP/SAP logistics modules and support IPSAS-related operational and troubleshooting functions for logistics and asset management processes. • Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, Bills of Lading (BoL), Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt (FCR), CMR documentation, bonded warehouse procedures, and international air, land, and sea freight operations. • Manage cargo insurance follow-up, shipment claims processing, diplomatic duty-free import procedures, and vehicle import/export coordination activities. • Conduct capacity-building training and provide technical guidance on asset management, logistics operations, inventory control, and compliance procedures. • Supported communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

1. Geneva School of humanity institute

   Degree, HUmanitarian Development and Action

   Switzerland

   2026 to 2029

   Key Responsibilities Conduct advanced doctoral research on humanitarian action, resilience, development, and emergency response, with emphasis on evidence-based approaches to complex humanitarian and development challenges. Develop and implement an independent research programme, including literature review, research design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and academic writing. Examine the relationship between humanitarian operations, leadership, institutional capacity, resilience, programme effectiveness, and sustainable development. Apply appropriate qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to generate credible and policy-relevant evidence. Critically assess humanitarian policies, programmes, systems, and operational practices and identify opportunities for institutional and operational improvement. Engage with academic, humanitarian, government, NGO, UN, and development stakeholders to strengthen the practical relevance of research. Produce doctoral-level academic outputs, including research papers, conference presentations, policy-oriented analysis, and the final dissertation. Expected Outcomes Completion of a doctoral dissertation contributing original knowledge to humanitarian action and development. Development of an evidence-based framework or practical model to strengthen humanitarian resilience, emergency preparedness, programme effectiveness, and sustainable development. Publication and dissemination of research findings through academic and professional platforms. Strengthened expertise in humanitarian leadership, research, programme management, policy analysis, resilience, and development practice. Translation of research findings into practical recommendations for governments, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and development institutions.

2. Gelila international seminary school of graduate studies

   Degree, Christian Leadership and Manageement

   Ethiopia

   2022 to 2025

   Key Responsibilities Conduct advanced doctoral research on humanitarian action, resilience, development, and emergency response, with emphasis on evidence-based approaches to complex humanitarian and development challenges. Develop and implement an independent research programme, including literature review, research design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and academic writing. Examine the relationship between humanitarian operations, leadership, institutional capacity, resilience, programme effectiveness, and sustainable development. Apply appropriate qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to generate credible and policy-relevant evidence. Critically assess humanitarian policies, programmes, systems, and operational practices and identify opportunities for institutional and operational improvement. Engage with academic, humanitarian, government, NGO, UN, and development stakeholders to strengthen the practical relevance of research. Produce doctoral-level academic outputs, including research papers, conference presentations, policy-oriented analysis, and the final dissertation. Expected Outcomes Completion of a doctoral dissertation contributing original knowledge to humanitarian action and development. Development of an evidence-based framework or practical model to strengthen humanitarian resilience, emergency preparedness, programme effectiveness, and sustainable development. Publication and dissemination of research findings through academic and professional platforms. Strengthened expertise in humanitarian leadership, research, programme management, policy analysis, resilience, and development practice. Translation of research findings into practical recommendations for governments, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and development institutions.

3. Yardstick International University,

   Degree, Project Management

   Ethiopia

   2015 to 2022

   Key Academic Focus & Responsibilities Studied advanced project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, risk management, budgeting, resource allocation, and project governance. Applied project management principles to complex organizational, development, and operational challenges. Conducted project research involving problem identification, research design, data collection, analysis, and evidence-based recommendations. Developed competencies in managing project scope, schedules, costs, quality, resources, stakeholders, procurement, and operational risks. Examined leadership, team coordination, organizational change, and stakeholder engagement within project environments. Key Outcomes Successfully completed an MA in Project Management in 2022. Developed advanced capability in project lifecycle management, strategic planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, risk management, and resource optimization. Strengthened ability to lead and coordinate multi-stakeholder projects and programs across government, humanitarian, health, NGO, and development environments. Enhanced practical skills in translating organizational strategies into structured projects, measurable deliverables, performance indicators, and sustainable outcomes. Built a strong academic foundation supporting senior roles in program management, humanitarian operations, supply chain, development projects, and organizational transformation.

4. BST College,

   Degree, MBA in Business Administration

   Ethiopia

   2019 to 2021

   Key Academic Focus & Responsibilities Studied advanced strategic management, organizational leadership, financial management, operations management, marketing, human resource management, entrepreneurship, and business strategy. Analyzed organizational performance, business processes, resource utilization, risk, governance, and decision-making in complex institutional environments. Applied management theories and analytical approaches to real-world organizational, operational, financial, and strategic challenges. Developed and evaluated business strategies aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, organizational performance, and sustainable growth. Conducted academic research involving problem analysis, data collection, interpretation, and evidence-based recommendations. Key Outcomes Successfully completed an MBA in Business Administration in 2021. Developed advanced competencies in strategic planning, business operations, financial analysis, organizational management, leadership, and decision-making. Strengthened capacity to manage people, financial resources, operational systems, and organizational change. Enhanced ability to align organizational resources and operational activities with strategic objectives and measurable performance outcomes. Built a strong management foundation supporting senior responsibilities in humanitarian operations, programme management, supply chain, logistics, procurement, asset management, and institutional strengthening.

5. Rift Valley University, 2019

   Degree, BUsiness Management

   Ethiopia

   2015 to 2019

   Key Academic Focus & Responsibilities Studied core principles of business management, organizational behavior, strategic management, accounting, economics, marketing, human resources, and business operations. Developed knowledge of organizational structures, management processes, resource allocation, planning, coordination, and performance management. Applied business management concepts to practical organizational and operational challenges through academic projects and case-based analysis. Developed skills in business analysis, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, teamwork, and organizational planning. Examined approaches to improving organizational efficiency, productivity, service delivery, and sustainable performance. Key Outcomes Successfully completed a BA in Business Management in 2019. Developed a solid foundation in business administration, organizational management, strategic planning, operations, and resource management. Strengthened analytical and managerial capabilities applicable to programme operations, supply chain, logistics, procurement, humanitarian operations, and institutional management. Enhanced ability to support organizational planning, coordinate teams and resources, analyze operational challenges, and contribute to effective and accountable service delivery.

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  Addis Ababa University

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  Addis Ababa University

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  Leaders of Africa Institute