Amen Tessema
Department Manager
- Role
- Department Manager at Eecrc
- Location
- Portland, OR, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Amen Tessema
I am a community health and nonprofit program leader passionate about advancing health equity and improving access to essential services for immigrant and refugee communities. My work focuses on building strong partnerships with community organizations, public agencies, and policymakers to create programs that promote public health, safety, and economic well-being.I have experience designing and leading community initiatives including health education workshops, food access programs, chronic disease prevention efforts, and community safety outreach. I also engage in policy advocacy and coalition building, working with stakeholders and legislators to advance policies that support underserved communities.With a background in computer science and an MBA, I bring a unique combination of technology, data analysis, and nonprofit leadership to community-based work. I enjoy developing data-driven systems, tracking program impact, and using information to improve service delivery and decision-making.My core strengths include community engagement, program development, grant support, partnership building, and workshop facilitation. I am especially passionate about culturally responsive programs that empower communities and create sustainable change.I am always interested in collaborating with organizations, leaders, and advocates working to strengthen community health, equity, and opportunity.
Experience
Department Manager
Dec 2024 — Present · Portland, OR, US
I\'m thrilled to be joining EECRC (Ethiopian Eritrean Cultural Resource Center) as a Project Manager!
Education
HiLCoE
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
Maharishi International University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
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