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Feven Zerihun

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Information Management Officer with expertise in data analysis and GIS.

Ethiopia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to leverage my data management skills in impactful humanitarian projects.

I am an experienced Information Management Officer with a strong background in data analysis and geographic information systems (GIS). Over the years, I have provided technical support and quality assurance for various humanitarian programs, particularly focusing on child protection and gender-based violence initiatives. My work with UNICEF and UNFPA has equipped me with the skills to manage complex data sets, ensuring accurate reporting and effective decision-making in challenging environments.

Throughout my career, I have successfully built the capacity of local partners and government agencies in data collection and analysis, contributing to improved outcomes for vulnerable populations. My ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders, including government bodies and international organizations, has been instrumental in fostering collaboration and ensuring the effective dissemination of information. I am passionate about using data to drive positive change and am committed to enhancing the information management capabilities of my team and partners.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Information Management Officer

Current

UNICEF

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Provide technical support and quality assurance for information related to Child Protection and Gender-Based Violence activities. Monitor and report on coverage and gaps in CP activities, and build capacity among partners in data collection and analysis.

Data Analysis Reporting Child Protection Data Visualization

Information Management Officer - Consultant

UNICEF

Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 (3 months)

Provided information management services to Education clusters, including data collection, analysis, and reporting. Supported needs assessments and trained cluster members on monitoring tools.

Data Collection Information Management Tools Education Sector Support Data Analysis Reporting Training Stakeholder Engagement Data Visualization

Data Analyst

UNFPA

Mar 2021 - Oct 2021 (7 months)

Assisted in planning and monitoring humanitarian responses, focusing on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Gender-Based Violence data collection and analysis during the Tigray crisis.

Data Analysis GIS Reporting Data Management

Information Management Officer - Consultant

UNICEF

Nov 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Provided technical support for Child Protection activities, focusing on data collection, quality assurance, and reporting. Built capacity among partners and contributed to inter-sectoral assessments.

Data Collection Child Protection Reporting Data Analysis Training

Geographic Information Systems Officer

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Nov 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years)

Managed geospatial data collection and analysis for UN staff housing locations. Developed GIS applications and provided training on GIS and database management.

GIS Data Analysis Training Data Management Metadata Management Research Reporting

Intern - Geospatial Information Management

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Apr 2016 - Oct 2016 (6 months)

Supported geospatial projects through research, data compilation, and document preparation. Assisted in developing databases and organizing regional meetings.

document preparation Research GIS Database Management Communication Team Collaboration Data Analysis Reporting

Data and Junior Network Administrator

Ropack International P.L.C

Mar 2011 - Jul 2014 (3 years 4 months)

Maintained network performance and assisted in database design and management. Supported year-end audits and contributed to team efforts.

Network Administration Database Management Data Entry Auditing Team Collaboration Problem Solving Technical Support Performance Monitoring Data Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Teri University

M.Sc Degree in Geoinformatics, Geo-informatics

2014 - 2016

Studied Geo-informatics with a focus on advances in GIS, remote sensing for environmental applications, and digital image processing. Developed skills in cartography, multivariate data analysis, and geographical databases.

Adama Science and Technology University

B.Sc Degree, Geo-informatics

2007 - 2010

Pursued a Bachelor's degree in Geo-informatics, covering principles of Geographic Information Systems, remote sensing, hydrology, and GIS research methodology. Gained knowledge in environmental system analysis and advanced remote sensing.