Habtamu Obsa
Addis Ababa
Summary
As an accomplished Agricultural Financing Advisor, I bring a wealth of experience in providing expert technical advice that bridges agricultural production with essential financial services. My proficiency is grounded in thorough technical surveys ensuring that the guidance I offer is both practical and financially viable. In my capacity as a Program Coordinator I have demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities, playing pivotal roles in steering projects to success. Furthermore, my expertise extends to the roles Agronomist, where I have successfully managed the entire crop production cycle from land preparation to harvest. My comprehensive skill set make me a valuable asset any team seeking to enhance their agricultural financing strategies. Seasoned Agricultural Financing Advisor and Program Coordinator with robust background in agronomy from land prep to harvesting eager to bring leadership and expert technical guidance to your team.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agricultural Financing Advisor
Liyu Microfinance Institution
05.2018 - Current
- Based on the agreement signed between LMF and Humund (SOS-Fair Belgium) to act as a coordinator on family farming and sustainable food system;
- Provide training to borrowed farmers on agronomic practices to boost the revenue of farmers;
- Led sustainable food system projects, emphasizing organic agriculture and eco-friendly irrigation practices;
- Expertise in agricultural financing and agribusiness consulting with focus on value chain enhancement;
- Serve as Nodal Officer as well as social environment and climate change management focal person for the Rural Finance Intermediary program (RUFIP);
- Ensure the proper physical & financial implementation of the projects planned during the desired timeframe, while ensuring efficient and effective utilization of project resources;
- Ensure the compilation and submission of consolidated financial and narrative reports to the donor alignment to the Contract and the MoU;
- Specialized in market systems development, boosting financial services for underprivileged households in crop and horticulture sectors;
- Championed economic advancement in rural communities, with a particular emphasis on gender sensitive agricultural value chain initiatives;
- Forged partnerships with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including government bodies, donors private sector entities, and local NGOs;
- Oversaw project lifecycle from planning and execution to monitoring, financial management, and resource allocation;
- Directed field operations, promoting sustainable land management, climate resilient agriculture, and SME development;
- Conduct rigorous analysis and on-going evaluation of rural financing mechanisms to enhance effectiveness;
- Organized and facilitated workshops and trainings, creating educational materials and documenting best practices.
- Business or sector: Microfinance Institution
Senior Agronomist/Agricultural resources Development Coordinator
National Palace Administration
02.2014 - 05.2018
- Prepare strategically developed and managed comprehensive work plans, including budget proposals;
- Produce high quality, nutritious and safe agricultural products and provide to higher officials and the remain products supply to market;
- Work with the Melkassa Research Center to plant trial experiments for several crop types that will be used on the National Palace Administration farm;
- Spearhead the coordination and oversight of all project activities aligning with established work plans;
- Encourage cooperative partnerships with academic institutions to improve the production of fruits, vegetables, and field crops;
- Diligently monitored field crops health, proactively managing insects, pests and diseases, and ensuring the availability of essential pesticides;
- Coordinate fattening and dairy farm operations, enhancing productivity and quality;
- Actively engaged in all facets of livestock value chains, contributing to continuous improvement.
- Business or sector: Public Sector
Crop Protection Expert
Abe Dongoro District Agriculture Office
09.2005 - 02.2014
- Prepare annual crop protection action plans based on budget allocation;
- Focal person for the termite control project which budgeted by Oromia Bureau of agriculture;
- Take part in projects that monitor and assess plant health and agricultural productivity;
- Actively working on crop agronomy and protection;
- Control invasive and recurrent insects using various control methods such as cultural, physical, mechanical and chemical methods;
- Training the farmers about pest control methodology as well as provide pesticides, spray materials and protective devices for farmers;
- To ensure the application of integrated pest management (IPM) system as well as actively follow up and monitoring farmers field.
- Business or sector: Public Sector
Education
MSc - Environment and Climate Change Management
ETHIOPIAN CIVIL SERVICE UNIVERSITY
04.2025
MSc - Industry Based Horticulture
JIMMA UNIVERSITY
06.2019
BSc - Horticulture
JIMMA UNIVERSITY
06.2011
Plant Science - undefined
BAKO AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE
08.2005
Skills
- Mother tongue(s) AFAN OROMO
- Other language(s)
- English: B2 - Understanding, Speaking, Writing
- Amharic: C2 - Understanding, Speaking, Writing
- Levels: A1/2: Basic user - B1/2: Independent user - C1/2 Proficient user Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Certification
- International Training on Environmental Strategies for Microfinance Institutions, Nov 22, 2024
- Second Level Land Certificate (SLLC) Linked Product Development, Feb 15, 2024
- Credit Information Ecosystem, Ethiopian Institute of Financial Studies, Oct 20, 2023
- Islamic Finance Training for Supervisory Management of Microfinance Institutions, Association of Ethiopian Microfinance Institutions, June 7, 2023
- Training of Trainee (TOT), Association of Ethiopia Microfinance Institutions, Aug 12, 2022
- Prevention of money laundering & counter-terrorist financing, House of Training, March 11, 2020
- Customer Service for Non-Business Sector, Ethiopian Management Institution, March 17, 2017
- Basic Managerial Skills, Ethiopian Management Institution, March 17, 2016
- Basic Computer Skills and Software Applications, Jimma University, Dec 9, 2010
PERSONAL SKILLS
Mother tongue(s) AFAN OROMO
Other language(s)
English: B2 - Understanding, Speaking, Writing
Amharic: C2 - Understanding, Speaking, Writing
Levels: A1/2: Basic user - B1/2: Independent user - C1/2 Proficient user Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
References
Habtamu, Ketsela, Director- Human Resource Management and Administration, habtamu.ketsela64@gmail.com, Habtamu.K@liyumfi.com, +251911926616, Liyu Microfinance Institution S.C.
Read different materials related with my profession
Research articles, case studies, etc.
Timeline
Agricultural Financing Advisor
Liyu Microfinance Institution
05.2018 - Current
Senior Agronomist/Agricultural resources Development Coordinator
National Palace Administration
02.2014 - 05.2018
Crop Protection Expert
Abe Dongoro District Agriculture Office
09.2005 - 02.2014
MSc - Industry Based Horticulture
JIMMA UNIVERSITY
BSc - Horticulture
JIMMA UNIVERSITY
Plant Science - undefined
BAKO AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE
MSc - Environment and Climate Change Management
ETHIOPIAN CIVIL SERVICE UNIVERSITY
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