Misael Dessalegn
Misael Dessalegn

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Front-End Development & Digital Strategy Leadership
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
3+ years

Front-End Developer and former campus Digital Strategy leader passionate about using technology for God's Kingdom.

Misael Dessalegn was born in Hosana, a town renowned for its natural beauty and close-knit community. From a young age, he developed a profound interest in technology and its transformative potential. While studying at Arba Minch University, Misael discovered his passion for software development within the context of God's Kingdom. His journey into digital ministry began during his second year at university when fellowship leaders invited him to a Digital Strategy (DS) retreat in Debre Zeyit City. The presentations and discussions at this retreat profoundly transformed his perspective on life and ministry, igniting a fervent desire to leverage technology for advancing God's Kingdom. Inspired, he returned to campus determined to establish and lead a digital strategy team. For two years, Misael dedicated himself to leading the campus DS team, collaborating with like-minded individuals to utilize digital platforms for spreading God's love and connecting with people. After graduating from Arba Minch University, he transitioned to the national digital strategy team in Addis Ababa, expanding his skills and contributing to digital initiatives on a broader scale. Currently, he is actively involved in designing and implementing digital strategies that support the mission of expanding God's Kingdom through technology. **Skills and Expertise:** - **Languages & Frameworks:** JavaScript, Node.js, Java, HTML5, CSS, React Native/React.js - **Libraries & Tools:** Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Ant Design - **Certifications:** React.js - Meta, Programming with JavaScript - Meta, AR/VR Africa Hackathon 2022 - Guzo Technologies, Certificate of Volunteer Services in Digital Strategy Team Leadership - Great Commission of Ethiopia, Virtual Experience Program - Cisco.
Recent Updates

Launched New User Interface for Discipleship Platform

May 2025

Successfully developed and deployed an intuitive and responsive new front-end for a key online discipleship platform.

Implemented Modern Front-End Framework

March 2025

Migrated legacy front-end code to a modern React.js framework, significantly improving performance and maintainability.

Conducted Internal React.js Training

January 2025

Led a training session for junior developers on best practices in React.js, fostering team skill development.

Support Needs

Monthly Support

$900/month

To continue full-time work as a Front-End Developer, building essential digital tools for ministry.

Advanced Front-End Development Courses

$700/year

For specialized online courses and certifications in advanced front-end technologies and UX development.

Development Hardware Upgrade

$500

To acquire updated hardware for more efficient development and testing of complex applications.

Prayer Requests
  • Wisdom and creativity in front-end development for ministry platforms
  • Discernment in designing user-friendly and impactful digital tools
  • Continued growth in technical skills and leadership abilities
  • God's anointing on all digital initiatives to reach more people.