Yared Mekonen

Yared Mekonen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in health program coordination and regional leadership. Currently serving as the Health Program Coordinator at Children's Fund, Yared has been the Regional Director at Life In Abundance International since August 2012. Key responsibilities include conducting joint needs assessments, developing strategic plans, and overseeing planning, monitoring, and evaluation of country programs. Yared is also involved in coaching country directors, providing training in integrated development and public health, conducting operational research, and developing quality assurance tools. Yared holds a medical degree from Jimma University, obtained between 1985 and 1992.