Miressa Amenu Terfa
Ambo,Oromia
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Professor of TEFL with strengths in instructional effectiveness and student engagement. Delivers impactful lectures and seminars that enhance learning outcomes and foster academic growth. Champions continuous professional development to refine teaching methodologies and elevate research capabilities. Strategic Public and International Relations Director with expertise in negotiation and stakeholder engagement. Secures vital agreements and enhances organizational visibility through effective media relations and event organization. Cultivates strong relationships with government agencies to influence decision-making processes. Academic professional skilled in developing and delivering engaging lectures and course materials. Focus on fostering collaborative learning environment, conducting research, and publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals. Adept at mentoring students and contributing to departmental initiatives. Talented teaching professional using practical and theoretical subject knowledge to develop high-achieving students. Plans and delivers engaging curriculum schemes to maximise pupil potential. Confident in providing holistic support for positive higher education experiences.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor of TEFL
Ambo University
Ambo, Oromia
09.1986 - Current
- Delivered engaging lectures, seminars and tutorials, increasing class productivity.
- Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops and seminars, enhancing teaching and research abilities.
- Provided academic counselling to students, assisting in career planning and academic progress.
Public and International Relations Director
Dambi Dollo University
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
09.2022 - 02.2026
- Negotiated with representatives, maintaining trusted rapport and demonstrating intercultural awareness.
- Forged strong relations with government agencies to maintain influence in decision-making process.
- Led international negotiations, securing vital agreements to advance organisational interests and global partnerships.
- Facilitated international collaboration by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders across various sectors.
- Organised international conferences and events, showcasing organisational achievements and fostering global networking opportunities.
- Enhanced organisational visibility through strategic international media relations, securing positive coverage and public support.
- Maintained accurate international relations records, files and reports, storing safely in compliance with established procedures.
Assistant Professor of TEFL
Dambi Dollo University
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
11.2016 - 02.2026
- Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops and seminars, enhancing teaching and research abilities.
- Utilised educational technology tools to create dynamic lessons that captivate and motivate students.
Community Service Director
Dambi Dollo University
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with senior management to understand needs, successes and failures of existing strategies.
- Designed and executed strategies to improve current policies and regulations.
Academic Program Director
Dambi Dollo University
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Led team by example to align objectives with overall organisational strategy.
- Developed successful strategies and meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
President Adviser
Dambi Dollo University
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Evaluated impact of programmes and initiatives, identifying areas in need of improvement.
- Facilitated communication between government agencies, locals and organisations.
Library and documentation Director
Dambi Dollo Univesrity
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Developed and supervised staff by providing orientation, training, support and direction.
- Led team by example to align objectives with overall organisational strategy.
President Adviser
Dambi Dollo University
Dambi Dollo, Oromia
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Evaluated impact of programmes and initiatives, identifying areas in need of improvement.
- Prepared policy documentation and briefing papers with recommendations for policy changes.
- Identified potential threats and risks to develop appropriate responses.
Lecturer and Researcher
Mettu University
Mettu, Oromia
03.2015 - 11.2016
- Used diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Prepared and adapted teaching materials including handouts, booklets and assessment papers to foster and support learning progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English as Foreign Language(TEFL)
Jimma University
Jimma University 01-2014
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
Arba Minchi University
Arbma Minchi University 01-2009
Skills
- Teaching and supervision
- Academic leadership
- Course material preparation
- Student motivation
- Research methodology
- Public relations
- Strategic planning
- Negotiation skills
- Event organization
- Communication strategies
- Team collaboration
- Interactive teaching
- Examination preparation
- Quality education
- Motivational leader
- Tutoring and counselling
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Great presentation skills
- Creative classroom management
- Conference presentations and networking
- Research designing
- Empathetic communication
- Inspiring communicator
Languages
Afaan Oromoo
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Amharic
Proficient
C2
Certification
- Certificates of Excellent Reviewing
- Number of Certifications - 50
References
1). Fikadu Takele(PhD)
E-mail: fiketakele@gmail.com
2). Dessalegn Oljira (PhD)
E-mail: dessalegnluche@yahoo.com
Publications
1. 2017, An Assessment of the Practice of Vocabulary Teaching Strategies in EFL Classes, International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 7,issue 7, July 2017,ISSN2250-3153
2. 2017, An Exploration of the Implementations of Education Army Development( One to Five), International Journal of Current Advanced Research, Volume 6; Issue 4; April 2017 ; Page No. 3464-3469
3. 2018, Exploring the current practices of Jaarsumma as indigenous conflict resolution mechanisms, International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 8, Issue 3, March 2018 15 ISSN 2250-3153
4. 2018, Assessing the Use of Motivational Strategies in English Language Instruction, International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 8,issue 5, ISSN2250-3153
5. 2019, Scrutinizing Factors that Hold back Female Students’ from Speaking English in the Classroom. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 9, Issue 2, ISSN 2250-3153.
6. 2019, Investigating Teachers’ Use of Questioning Strategies to Elicit Students Verbal Responses in EFL Class at Dambi Dollo University. Journal of Interdisciplinary Cycle Research, Volume 11, issue 11, ISSN 0022-1945
7. 2019, Exploring Multi-Dimensional Classroom Engagement in EFL Contexts at DaDU. Indian Journal of Social Research Vol. 60 (6) (November - December, 2019) (765-776)
8. 2020, Applying Cooperative Learning To College Students To Enhance Their Communicative Skills, International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 3, August, 2020
9. 2020, Examining The Role of Linguistics In English Language Teaching As EFL at Higher Institution: The Case Of Mettu University, International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences, Volume 2, Issue 6, December, 2020
10. Examining the practices of self-regulated learning strategies in improving learners’ academic performance: Dambi Dollo University 2011 E.C Summer learners in focus. Journal of Universal Sciences and Technology , 1(2), April,2022
Published Books
1. QALBII (SEERLUGA OROMO), 2014, Elleni, P.P.PLC, Finfinne, Oromia, Ethiopia
2. Sparkle - English Conversation, 2019 LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Germany.
Timeline
Public and International Relations Director
Dambi Dollo University
09.2022 - 02.2026
Community Service Director
Dambi Dollo University
08.2021 - 05.2022
Academic Program Director
Dambi Dollo University
02.2020 - 08.2021
President Adviser
Dambi Dollo University
07.2019 - 01.2020
Library and documentation Director
Dambi Dollo Univesrity
10.2017 - 07.2019
Assistant Professor of TEFL
Dambi Dollo University
11.2016 - 02.2026
President Adviser
Dambi Dollo University
11.2016 - 10.2017
Lecturer and Researcher
Mettu University
03.2015 - 11.2016
Assistant Professor of TEFL
Ambo University
09.1986 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching English as Foreign Language(TEFL)
Jimma University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
Arba Minchi University