IBRAHIM ABAWAJI

Experienced Lecturer specializing in Agribusiness, Value Chain Management, and Agricultural Economics with a proven track record of 7 years. Known for delivering captivating lectures with valuable supplementary materials and maintaining strong classroom management skills. Committed to fostering student success and promoting a thorough comprehension of the subject matter. Highly adept at integrating technology and multimedia tools to enhance the learning experience. Skilled in developing and delivering tailored training programs to meet the evolving needs of students.

Previously, as a Team Leader of the Agricultural Extension Service for 5 years, I leveraged my technical knowledge and practical skills to empower local farming communities. My expertise allows me to analyze complex market dynamics, optimize value chain processes, and provide innovative extension services that empower farmers. This versatile skill set, combined with my strong communication abilities and cross-cultural competence, makes me a valuable asset in supporting the growth and profitability of the agricultural sector.

Additionally, I have a strong background in research and publication, having contributed to several peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. I am proficient in statistical analysis, data visualization, and critical thinking, which I apply to identify and address key industry challenges.

• Gender: Male
• Nationality: Ethiopian

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, developed through my experience as a lecturer, project coordinator, and team leader of agricultural extension, Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders effectively, Proficient in facilitating group discussions, training sessions, and workshops, Skilled in report writing and academic publications, recognized for clarity and rigor, Multilingual capabilities in English, Afan Oromo, and Amharic, Effective coordination of projects, partnerships, and dissemination of research

• 04/2023, Present, Dean of Students, Jimma University College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma, Ethiopia, Provided strategic leadership and oversight for the college's student affairs division, Developed and implemented policies, programs, and initiatives to support student well-being and success, Coordinated student support services and fostered a vibrant campus community, Advocated for student needs and ensured their voices were heard in decision-making
• 09/2019, 03/2023, Head of Freshman Program Coordinator Office, Jimma University College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma, Ethiopia, Managed and coordinated the Freshman Orientation Program, Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate first-year students into the college community, Provided one-on-one guidance and mentoring to freshman students, Organized and led regular meetings to review and enhance the program, Maintained records and generated reports to inform future program planning

• 15/05/2019, Current, Value Chain Development for Vegetables and Fruits, Conducted research and implemented initiatives to improve the value chains for vegetables and fruits in the districts of Gomma, Manna, Dedo, Seka Chokorsa, and Shebe Sombo in Jimma Zone, Ethiopia
• 15/05/2019, Current, Improving Teff and Wheat Production Productivity and Efficiency, Developed and implemented programs to enhance the productivity and efficiency of teff and wheat production in the Omo Nada and Dedo districts of Jimma Zone, Ethiopia
• 15/05/2019, Current, Implementing Small-Scale Irrigation Farming as a Climate-Smart Agriculture Practice, Implemented a project to promote the adoption of small-scale irrigation farming as a climate-smart agriculture practice in the Omo Nada district of Jimma Zone, Ethiopia
• 15/05/2019, Current, Economic Empowerment of Marginalized Women, Carried out a project to economically empower marginalized women in the Seka Chokorsa district of Jimma Zone through the establishment of nurseries and the promotion of improved cooking stove making.
• 15/05/2019, Current, Enhancing Gender Roles in Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) Production and Marketing, Implemented a project to promote the active participation and recognition of women's roles in the production and marketing of non-timber forest products in the Jimma and Kefa Zones, specifically in the Shebe Sombo and Guwata districts, Ethiopia
• 15/05/2019, Current, Promoting Dairy Transformation, Conducted a project to support the transformation of the dairy sector in the districts of Dedo, Kersa, Shebe Sombo, and Jimma town, Ethiopia

Publications

- Ibrahim, A., Faris, A., Ayele, A., Oljirra, A. and Bayessa, M., 2021. Profitability and market performance of smallholder vegetable production: evidence from Ethiopia. Heliyon, 7(9).

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844021021113?via%3Dihubawar

- Ibrahim, A., Abduselam, F., Assefa A., Alemayehu, O., and Mulubrihan, B., 2021. Determinants of market participation among smallholder vegetable producers: Evidence from Southwest of Ethiopia. https://journals.ju.edu.et/index.php/ejast

- Ibrahim, A., Beyene, T., Tinsae, D., 2018. Determinants of the intensity of market participation of smallholder rice producers: The case of Shebe Sombo District, Southwest Ethiopia. Journal of Agricultural Economics and Development Vol. 7(3), pp. 013-022.

http://academeresearchjournals.org/journal/jaed ISSN 2327-3151

- Assefa, A., Ibrahim, A., Meded, A., Alemayehu, O., Mulubrihan, B., 2022. Determinants of productivity and efficiency of teff production in southwest Ethiopia: Parametric approach.

https://www.researchgate.net/signup.SignUp.html_

- Abduselam, F., Ibrahim, A., 2021. Determinants of Income among Potato Producers in Dedo and Seka Chokersa Districts of Jimma Zone, Ethiopia. January 2021. International Journal of Contemporary Research and Review. DOI:10.47191/ijcsrr/V3-i09-01

https://ijcsrr.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/1-9-2020.pdf

- Abduselam, F., Ibrahim, A., 2021. Land restoration and socio-economic contribution of bamboo in Ethiopia. Journal of Degraded. Mining Lands Management. pp. 2617-2621.

https://doi.org/10.15243/jdmlm.2021.082.2617

• Achieved basic computer skills by successfully completed Computer training
• Collaborated with different team in the development of projects such as Value Chain Development for Vegetables and Fruits, Improving Teff and Wheat Production Productivity and Efficiency, Implementing Small-Scale Irrigation Farming as a Climate-Smart Agriculture Practice, Economic Empowerment of Marginalized Women,and Promoting Dairy Transformation
• Achieved Higher Diploma Program by completing 132 Hours with accuracy and efficiency.
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
• Supervised team of 3 staff members.

- Master's and Bachelor's degree Certificate of Graduation

- Certificate of Higher Diploma Program (HDP)

- Letter of recognition for lecturer experience at Jimma University

- Letter of recognition for coordinating and implementing projects

- Letter of confirmation for professional contribution in delivering training

- Certificate for successfully completing basic computer skills

- Letter of recognition for Successful coordinating Freshman Program office

• Sports: hiking, swimming, and tennis
• Literature: reading fiction, non-fiction, and poetry
• Visual arts: painting, sketching, and sculpture

• Amsalu Mitiku, amse2001@gmail.com
• Dr. Rijalu Negash, rijalunegash@yahoo.com
• Dr. Adeba Gemachu, adebagemechu@yahoo.com