Bethlehem Benti Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington Dc

American Embassy, Public Affairs Section

• Planned, executed and reported different projects and programs including “Yes Youth Can” conference, Digital Video Conferences on “Election” for the government, and opposition parties• Offered advice on management of fund allotments mandated by Congress for effective utilization of the resources. Followed up on the progress of grants of projects related with AIDS prevention, community development, and outreach programs • Maintained financial and administrative data by setting quarterly goals to support the Public Affairs Section annual plan • Assisted in reviewing grant applications for up to $500,000 per year as part of the program fund responsibility

Public Affairs Section

• Implemented regulations, policies and other guidelines delineated by the Department of State to achieve program and projects goals • Offered assistance to high-level staff of the embassy with the Ministerial Offices of Ethiopia promoting American’s interest in economic development, women and human right issues• Prepared grant documents amounting $10,000 – $100,000 simultaneously • Assisted in organizing and managing different programs, events and projects with cultural and Information section• Increasing awareness on education, self sustainability, entrepreneurship and community development among women, youth and religious organizations with woman history month workshops, panel discussions with successful businessmen and women. Assisted about 10,000 – 15,000 women and youth in establishing local programs in collaboration with our office; as a result, attendance increased around 90% over the period of 4 years.• Provided guidance and consultation to management of the grantees (Ministry of Education, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Addis Ababa University)• Responsible for the time and attendance of the public affairs section

American Embassy

-Responsible for assisting the interviewing officer, check the authenticity of the applicants’ documents, enter information in database and ensured all the necessary documents are submitted before the interview. - Gave necessary information to DV applicants and offered translation service as needed during interviews -Supervised the DV unit and ensure the whole process flows efficiently and accurately. - Assisted in printing and giving Visa after completion and explained the next steps involved.