Gelcho Bula Roba serves as the Regional Director of the Harar Regional Office within the Great Commission Ministry Ethiopia (GCME). Married to Meseret Teklu Chala since 2021, they are blessed with two young children, Kena Gelcho (2 years, 7 months) and Praise Gelcho (9 months). Joining the ministry in 2017, Gelcho has been committed to serving over the past eight years. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Biology from Addis Ababa University and a Master’s in organizational leadership from the International Leadership University in Ethiopia.
Gelcho’s responsibilities include directing Harar's regional ministry operations, empowering staff, and coordinating various initiatives. Initially active in campus ministry, he transitioned to leading the Harar Regional Office as Team Leader and now Regional Director. During his tenure, Gelcho revitalized the ministry amidst transitions, spearheaded staff recruitment, mobilized student and church engagement, and facilitated the establishment of over 104 home churches. Thousands have come to faith under his leadership.
His passion lies in developing leaders and witnessing their growth as they fulfill their callings. Outside ministry, Gelcho enjoys family time, leadership literature, and nature, often finding inspiration in serene environments.
Among his notable projects, he led the Eastern Ethiopia Compassion Partnership, mobilized AWANA adoption in Jigjiga churches, and gathered over 210 mediators for prayer ministry. His work with university fellowship leaders across Eastern Ethiopia stands out as a significant achievement in fostering leadership and mission-focused mindsets.
Gelcho draws motivation from God’s promises and his calling. Challenges are approached with prayer, consultation, and team collaboration. He aspires to balance ministry growth with human development, focusing on leadership cultivation. His advice to aspiring professionals emphasizes faithfulness, availability, teachability, and Spirit-led living.
Maintaining work-life balance through family devotion, child care, and restorative breaks, Gelcho remains approachable via email, phone, WhatsApp, and social media for collaboration and assistance.
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