Dawit Negeri Gemechu

I am a versatile, highly motivated, and results-driven professional with more than 14 years of multidisciplinary experience in liaison management, project and program management, ICT administration, technical instruction, translation, training, stakeholder engagement, organizational coordination, and community development. I currently serve as a Liaison Manager, ICT Manager, and Translator at Interlakes International School, where I work closely with government institutions, NGOs, regulatory bodies, clients, and other external stakeholders; support senior management; coordinate work and residence permit processes for expatriate staff; manage organizational communication and partnerships; resolve challenges; coordinate projects and events; and provide ICT and multilingual communication support. I have strong practical experience in English–Amharic–Afaan Oromoo translation, report and letter preparation, computer and network administration, Wi-Fi installation, troubleshooting, ICT laboratory management, training, facilitation, negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder relations. Previously, as an Industry Trainer at Bishoftu Polytechnic College, I delivered technical, entrepreneurship, KAIZEN, workplace communication, and skills-development training to industry workers, SME operators, displaced people, and university graduates, and contributed to the successful graduation of more than 30,000 trainees. I have also designed and implemented community development projects, secured funding from KOICA through project proposal development, and coordinated awareness campaigns, workshops, outreach activities, and stakeholder partnerships.

Academically, I have built a broad and multidisciplinary educational background. I hold a Master of Arts in Project Management from Rift Valley University with a 3.88 GPA, a Master of Arts in Leadership and Management from Dan Bible College with a 3.56 GPA, and a Master of Arts in Christian Mission and Global Ministry from Logos International Theological Mission College with a 3.87 GPA. I also hold a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and Entrepreneurship from Oromia State University with a 3.55 GPA. In addition, I have pursued theological education through a Bachelor of Theology in Systematic Theology at Mekane Yesus Seminary and a Bachelor of Theology in Biblical Studies through Global Baptist Bible College in the United States, as well as an Advanced Diploma in Biblical Studies through WVBS-Maxwell, Texas.

My academic and professional preparation also includes an Advanced Diploma/Level V in Information Technology Service Management from Bishoftu Polytechnic College, with coursework in Computer Hardware and Networking and four National Competency Assessment certificates; an Advanced Diploma/Level V in Construction Management from Nekemte Polytechnic College; an L-IV/Diploma in Food Production Supervision; TVET Level III in Database Administration; TVET Level II in Basic Account Works and Clerical Works, certified through National Competency Assessments; and Level I in Automotive Engine and Electrical Servicing. I have further completed professional training in adult teaching and learning, including experiential learning methodology, training planning and facilitation, participatory training techniques, mentoring and coaching, KAIZEN, entrepreneurship, technology transfer, and project-based learning.

This combination of advanced academic qualifications, theological education, technical credentials, management experience, ICT knowledge, training expertise, and extensive practical field experience gives me a uniquely broad professional profile. I am able to operate comfortably across management, administration, government and stakeholder relations, project implementation, ICT, training, communication, community engagement, and multicultural environments. I see myself as a continuous learner who values integrity, professionalism, adaptability, collaboration, effective communication, problem-solving, and meaningful results. My diverse education and experience have equipped me not only with theoretical knowledge but also with practical skills and the ability to connect people, institutions, and ideas to achieve organizational and community goals.