Fikremariam Anbesse

Experienced Senior Driver
Addis Ababa, ET.

About

Highly experienced Driver and Logistics Support professional with 16 years of proven expertise, including a decade serving international organizations like WHO in Ethiopia. Adept at ensuring safe, efficient transport operations, managing comprehensive vehicle maintenance, and providing critical logistical and administrative support. Committed to upholding organizational policies and contributing to seamless field operations.

Work

WHO
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Driver and Messenger

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Managed safe and efficient transportation services and provided comprehensive logistical support for authorized personnel and critical deliveries across Addis Ababa and field offices for WHO.

Highlights

Provided safe and efficient driving services for authorized personnel across Addis Ababa and field offices, ensuring timely and secure transport for critical missions.

Executed routine vehicle maintenance and meticulous cleanliness checks, achieving 100% vehicle readiness and operational efficiency for all assignments.

Managed all vehicle documentation, including insurance and logbooks, maintaining 100% compliance with organizational and national regulations to prevent operational delays.

Facilitated critical deliveries and collections of sensitive documents, including financial instruments and official correspondence, ensuring secure and timely transfer.

Adhered strictly to organizational policies and procedures, minimizing risks and optimizing resource utilization across all transport activities.

Care International (USA)
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Driver and Administration Assistant

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Delivered essential driving services while providing administrative and logistical support to enhance operational efficiency for Care International (USA).

Highlights

Provided reliable in-town and field driving services for staff and guests, facilitating seamless travel for critical program activities.

Supported vehicle maintenance protocols and managed administrative tasks, including coordinating training venues and processing payments, improving team efficiency.

Zambia Embassy
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Driver

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Provided dedicated driving services for embassy personnel, including VIPs, while ensuring optimal vehicle maintenance and readiness for the Zambia Embassy.

Highlights

Provided secure in-town and field driving services, specifically facilitating transport for VIP meetings and diplomatic events, ensuring smooth operations.

Managed detailed vehicle logs and executed basic repairs, maintaining high vehicle readiness and minimizing downtime for embassy operations.

USAID/PEPFAR
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Driver and Logistical Support

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Delivered comprehensive driving and logistical support, ensuring vehicle safety, security, and administrative coordination for USAID/PEPFAR operations.

Highlights

Provided critical driving and logistical support, including performing minor vehicle repairs, ensuring 100% vehicle safety and security for all missions.

Coordinated administrative support for VIPs, including managing hotel bookings and arranging training venues, enhancing operational efficiency.

Maintained accurate vehicle documentation and ensured full regulatory compliance, preventing operational disruptions and penalties.

World Food Program (WFP)
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Driver

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Responsible for transporting personnel and commodities, assisting with logistical formalities, and maintaining vehicle operational status for the World Food Program (WFP).

Highlights

Safely transported WFP personnel and delivered essential items and commodities, supporting critical humanitarian operations.

Assisted arriving personnel with visa and customs formalities and provided basic translation services, streamlining integration for international staff.

Maintained meticulous vehicle logbooks, contributing to optimized fuel efficiency and ensuring continuous operational readiness.

Child Fund Ethiopia (USAID/SCSN)
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Driver

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Ensured safe driving services and maintained vehicle readiness for field operations for Child Fund Ethiopia.

Highlights

Provided reliable driving services, consistently ensuring the safety and readiness of vehicles for critical field operations.

Galaxy Tour and Travel Company
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Driver

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Delivered safe driving services to tourists and maintained vehicles for Galaxy Tour and Travel Company.

Highlights

Delivered safe and professional driving services to tourists, enhancing client satisfaction and ensuring vehicle reliability.

African Union (AU)
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Driver

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Summary

Provided safe and efficient driving services and ensured vehicle maintenance for the African Union (AU).

Highlights

Provided safe and efficient driving services for AU personnel, contributing to seamless daily operations and ensuring vehicle reliability.

Education

Auto Mechanic & Driver's Per-Safety Vocational Training Center
Ethiopia

Certificate

Auto Mechanic & Driver's Per-Safety

Productive Imp
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Certificate

Driver Mechanics & Vehicle Maintenance

Federal Transport Office
Ethiopia

License

Driving License

Keftegna 23 Senior Secondary School
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Secondary School Diploma

General Studies

Languages

English
Amharic

Certificates

Global Learning Program (GLP) French

Issued By

WHO

Risk Management General

Issued By

WHO

Workplace Security and Life Safety

Issued By

WHO

Gender, Equity & Human Rights Module 1

Issued By

WHO

No-Excuse PESA Webinar

Issued By

WHO

UNDSS B Safe Training

Issued By

UNDSS

Cyber Security Refresher Training

Issued By

WHO

Fundamental of Risk Management

Issued By

WHO

Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption

Issued By

WHO

Fleet Management for Drivers 3.0

Issued By

WHO (I Learn Portal)

New Policy and Strategy on Preventing Sexual Misconduct

Issued By

WHO

Safe Road Use

Issued By

WHO (I Learn Portal)

First Aid Training

Issued By

Cornerstone on Demand

Cyber Security Refresher Training (I & II)

Issued By

WHO

Preparing to Travel

Issued By

DisasterReady.org

Road Traffic Safety

Issued By

DisasterReady.org

Diversity and Inclusion

Issued By

DisasterReady.org

Gender Equity and Human Rights

Issued By

WHO

Skills

Driving & Transportation

Safe Driving, Long-Distance Driving, Off-Road Driving, Traffic Laws, Route Optimization, VIP Transport, Logistical Support, Fleet Management.

Vehicle Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance, Basic Repairs, Vehicle Inspections, Servicing, Troubleshooting.

Administrative Support

Document Management, Record Keeping, Scheduling, Payment Processing, Coordination, Protocol Adherence.

Safety & Security

Road Safety, Emergency Response, First Aid, Risk Management, Workplace Security, Cyber Security Awareness.

Software Proficiency

Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook.

References

Mrs. Hewan Ayalew

Senior Operations Associate, UNICEF Ethiopia | Phone: +251115184072 | Cell: +251911668482 | Email: hyizengaw@unicef.org

Mrs. Genet Shibeshi

Program Operations Assistant, World Bank Group NW Office USA | Phone: +17172867791 | Email: gtessema@worldbank.org

Mr. Gulelat Amdie

Program National Coordinators Country Office, NTD, WHO Ethiopia | Phone: +251946919595 | Email: amdieg@who.int

Fikremariam Anbesse