
Communications and Knowledge Management Manager | IRC Ethiopia
Tsegaye Yeshiwas Hailu has been working as a journalist in the Ethiopia media climate for over a decade. Throughout his career, he has reported for radio, TV, and newspapers, starting as a novice and working his way up to senior roles. He has also covered the topic of WASH in his reporting. In December 2019, he joined IRC as a publications and knowledge management officer and since January 2025 working as a communications and knowledge management manager. In this position, Tsegaye oversees the communications process and leads organisational branding while facilitating knowledge management and he is a member of the global editorial guidance group. He holds a BA in journalism and communications, as well as an MA in media and communication.
Learning is not just a technical exercise; it helps institutions grow and respond to real world challenges. Effective water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) systems are driven by knowledge exchange. By people who learn, test innovations, share experiences, and apply and adapt what they know to... Read more...