Magdalene Bate Ebot
@magdalenebateebot
Emergency and WASH program management expert with 9+ years delivering humanitarian projects and guidance.
CameroonWhat I'm looking for
I bring over 9 years’ experience in program and project management across humanitarian response, with a strong focus on emergency response, WASH, NFI, food security and livelihoods, and multi-sectoral needs assessment and evaluation. I’m detail-oriented, comfortable working under pressure, and I communicate clearly to coordinate teams and stakeholders in diverse cultural settings.
In my current role as Emergency Response Expert at Welthungerhilfe, I plan, manage, and implement projects across the full cycle—from needs assessment and proposal development to implementation and procurement when needed. I also introduce and implement international standards (including CHS and Sphere) and WHH minimum requirements, support donor-aligned grant development, and help strengthen preparedness through Emergency Preparedness & Response Planning (EPReP) and related training, including greening and sustainability approaches.
Previously, as WASH Sector Advisor, I developed technical guidance for mission personnel and implementing partners, supported strategic work plans with measurable targets, and reviewed plans, M&E documents, and quarterly reporting to improve progress and quality. Earlier, as WASH Coordinator and WASH Technical Supervisor with NRC and CRS, I managed portfolios, budgets, and field teams, ensured technical quality of WASH infrastructure, built water management committees, and applied evidence-based approaches like PHAST for sanitation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Emergency Response Expert
Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Planned and delivered emergency response projects across the full project cycle, including needs assessments, proposal development, and implementation support. Provided technical guidance to strengthen WASH/food security/Nutrition, CVA, and protection approaches while aligning activities with CHS/Sphere and WHH minimum requirements.
WASH Sector Advisor
Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
Oct 2022 - Oct 2024 (2 years)
Developed technical guidance for WASH and water security programs and supported mission teams and implementing partners across emergency response activities. Monitored plans and reporting, ensured quality and rational resource use, and supported the planning and supervision of emergency and community WASH structures.
Coordinated the WASH and Shelter portfolio by managing field staff, implementing activities and documentation, and ensuring alignment with proposals, strategies, and donor requirements. Managed project budgets and supported technical design, monitoring, and reporting to drive high-quality WASH and water security outcomes.
Prepared work and procurement plans and coordinated weekly/monthly project activities and evaluations. Supervised the construction of boreholes and shallow wells, supported sanitation assessments and PHAST activities, and helped establish and train water management committees to improve sustainability.
WASH Technical Intern
Ministry of Water and Energy
Sep 2013 - Mar 2014 (6 months)
Provided administrative and reporting support within the Ministry’s quality control department, including summarizing documents and attending and supporting meeting outputs. Assisted with planning and coordination for World Water Day and International Day of Handwashing with Soap activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
York University (Dahdaleh Institute)
Diploma, Humanitarian Water Engineering
2022 - 2023
Completed a Diploma in Humanitarian Water Engineering with the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research, Canada.
National Advanced School of Public Works (NASPW)
Master’s I and II, Environmental Engineering (IWRM & Sanitation)
2014 - 2017
Earned a Master’s I and II in Environmental Engineering, specializing in Integrated Water Resources Management and sanitation in African towns.
University of Buea
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
2011 - 2012
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology.
Saker Baptist College
GCE Advanced Level, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
2007 - 2008
Completed GCE Advanced Level studies in Biology, Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry.
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