Highly accomplished Assistant Professor with a Ph.D. in Economics and over 15 years of progressive experience in economic research, policy analysis, and academic leadership. Proven expertise in econometric modeling, impact evaluation, and developing data-driven solutions for socio-economic challenges, evidenced by 16+ publications and successful project leadership in national and regional development initiatives.
Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia
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Leads advanced economic courses and conducts impactful research, contributing to policy development and academic excellence at Hawassa University.
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Delivered advanced instruction in Economics, including Economic Policy Analysis and Econometrics, to graduate and undergraduate students, fostering critical thinking and research capabilities.
Spearheaded and contributed to 8+ national and regional development projects, including leading initiatives on diaspora investment, urban housing impact, and revenue potential estimation for Sidama Regional State.
Published 16+ peer-reviewed articles and research papers in international and national journals, focusing on economic development, monetary policy, and socio-economic determinants in Ethiopia.
Coordinated the Employability Development and Career Readiness Center since March 2020, enhancing student career prospects and bridging academic learning with industry needs.
Mentored and supervised numerous graduate students on thesis research, guiding them through complex economic methodologies and data analysis.
Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia
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Taught core economics courses and engaged in departmental administration, contributing to curriculum development and student academic growth.
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Instructed diverse economic subjects to hundreds of undergraduate students, consistently receiving positive student feedback and improving learning outcomes.
Served as Head of the Department of Economics for over 2 years (November 2013 - August 2016), overseeing curriculum, faculty development, and academic operations.
Chaired the Department Graduate Committee for 3 years (November 2013 - August 2016), enhancing postgraduate program quality and student support.
Led the Macroeconomics Theory Module Team (October 2012 - November 2013), developing and updating course content to align with contemporary economic theories and practices.
Contributed to strategic planning and academic commission initiatives, shaping the future direction of the College of Business and Economics.
Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia
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Supported senior faculty in delivering economic courses and facilitated student learning through tutorials and practical sessions.
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Assisted in teaching various economics courses, providing supplementary instruction and grading assignments for undergraduate students.
Contributed to departmental activities and student support services, ensuring smooth academic operations and student success.
Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia
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Provided foundational academic and administrative support, contributing to the efficient functioning of the Economics Department.
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Supported faculty with research, course preparation, and administrative tasks, gaining foundational experience in academic operations.
Assisted students with academic inquiries and resource access, fostering a supportive learning environment.
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Ph.D.
Economics
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Master of Science
Economic Policy Analysis
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Bachelor of Arts
Economics
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African and Black Diaspora: An International Journal
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Co-authored research on strategies for professional diaspora engagement in Ethiopia's knowledge and technology transfer.
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Pastoralism: Research, Policy and Practice
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Co-authored study analyzing livestock marketing practices and supply determinants in Ethiopian pastoral areas.
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Exploration of Digital Health Technologies
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Co-authored research investigating digital eye strain among university students in southern Ethiopia and associated factors.
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Advances in Agriculture
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Co-authored analysis of factors influencing smallholder farmers' adoption of mobile-based agricultural information in Southern Ethiopia.
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The Ethiopian Journal of Social Sciences and Language Studies (EJSSLS)
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Co-authored paper on establishing effective governance systems for engaging the professional diaspora in Ethiopia's development.
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Advances in Agriculture
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Co-authored descriptive study on challenges and prospects in livestock production and marketing in South Omo Zone, Ethiopia.
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African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development
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Authored research on factors influencing economic empowerment of rural women in Ethiopia's Amhara Region.
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Diaspora Studies
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Co-authored study on the needs and potential contributions of professional diaspora in Ethiopia's knowledge and technology transfer.
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Diaspora Studies
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Co-authored thematic analysis exploring the influence of governance on diaspora engagement in Ethiopia's development.
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International Journal of Development Research
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Co-authored research identifying key determinants of business expansion for micro and small enterprises in Southern Ethiopia.
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International Journal of Advanced Research
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Authored empirical analysis of monetary policy transmission mechanisms in Ethiopia using a structural VAR approach.
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International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews
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Authored study on the determinants and stability of money demand in Ethiopia.
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IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science
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Authored paper exploring the relationship between saving and inflation in Ethiopia, addressing the 'saving-inflation puzzle'.
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Research Journal of Social Science and Management
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Authored empirical analysis identifying determinants of domestic private investment in Ethiopia over a 43-year period.
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International Journal of Ethics in Engineering & Management Education
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Authored analysis of the inflation threshold level and its impact on economic growth in Ethiopia.
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International Journal of Recent Scientific Research
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Authored co-integration analysis examining the long-run relationship between money supply and price levels in Ethiopia.
Stata, EViews, SPSS, ODK/KoboToolbox, MATLAB.
SFA (Stochastic Frontier Analysis), VAR (Vector Autoregression), DSGE (Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium).
Economic Policy Analysis, Impact Evaluation, Quantitative Analysis, Data Analysis, Research Design & Methodology, Cost-effectiveness Analysis, Report Writing, Literature Review.
Curriculum Development, Teaching & Mentoring, Academic Administration, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Staff Development, Grant Writing & Management (Inferred).
Stakeholder Engagement, Community Development, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Awareness Creation, Career Counseling, Soft Skills Training.
Revenue Potential Estimation, Gap Analysis, Monetary Policy Analysis, Inflation Analysis.
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Served as Principal Investigator (PI) and member of a research team funded by Hawassa University, exploring urban local government service delivery, tourism, youth unemployment, and digital technology.
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Led a project team on revenue potential estimation and gap analysis for the Sidama National Regional State Revenue Authority, serving as Project Team Leader.
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Participated as a research team member in the ongoing evaluation and analysis of Ethiopia's diaspora policy.
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Contributed as a research team member analyzing the livestock marketing system in pastoral areas.
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Contributed as a research team member focusing on diaspora engagement for knowledge and technology transfer.
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Led a project team assessing the effect of agro-industrial parks and urban expansion on urban housing, serving as Project Team Leader.
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Led a project team investigating diaspora investment in the SNNPRS region, serving as Project Team Leader.
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Contributed as a research team member to the assessment and profile development of commercial agricultural projects in SNNPR.
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Conducted training for university staff on impact evaluation methodologies.
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Led community service initiatives to promote saving culture and institutions among rural households.
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Provided training on introductory econometrics using STATA and E-views.