Masreshaw Eskezaw Wodaju
Addis Ababa
Summary
With a diverse background in roles such as Agricultural Development Site Team Leader, Supervisor, Crop Development and Protection Expert, Coordinator for Equitable Development and Capacity-Building, Special Support Coordination Expert, and Lowland and Pastoral Area Development Coordination Expert, I have gained extensive experience in the field. Additionally, I have served as an agronomist under the Coordination Desk for Small-Scale Irrigation Development Partner Support Projects since November 2024. My expertise lies in managing and coordinating agricultural projects, ensuring equitable development, and supporting productivity and sustainability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Agronomist
Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands
11.2024 - Current
- Oversee agronomic aspects of small-scale irrigation development projects
- Provide technical support to enhance agricultural productivity in lowland areas
- Collaborate with development partners to implement sustainable irrigation solutions
Lowland and Pastoral Area Development Coordination Expert
Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in coordinating development programs for lowland and pastoral regions
- Supported project implementation to improve agricultural sustainability
Special Support Coordination Expert
Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed special support programs for agricultural development in Gambella Regional State
- Facilitated collaboration between governmental and non-governmental stakeholders
Special Support Coordination Expert
Ministry of Peace
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided technical assistance and advisory support for regional development programs
- Monitored and evaluated special support programs to enhance agricultural resilience
Ensuring Equitable Development and Capacity-Building Expert
Ministry of Federal and Pastoral Development Affairs
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Monitored and Evaluated capacity-building programs for agricultural development of Benshangul Gumuz Regional State
- Promoted equitable development strategies to support pastoral and semi-pastoral communities
Crop Development and Protection Team Coordinator
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
10.2012 - 08.2017
- Led a team focused on crop development and protection strategies in Abobo District, Gambella Regional State
Crop Development and Protection Expert
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Provided expertise in crop management and pest control
Development Site Supervisor
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
11.2009 - 01.2012
- Coordinated development agents (DAs) with local farmers to implement sustainable farming techniques
Development Site Team Leader
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
07.2007 - 11.2009
- Led a team in executing agricultural development programs
Education
MAs - Project Leadership and management
Ethiopian Civil Service University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia07.2024
Bachelor Degree - Plant Science
Haramaya University
Harar, Ethiopia12.2015
Diploma - Plant Science
Gambella Agricultural Technical And Vocational Education Training College
Gambella, Ethiopia07.2007
High School -
Abobo Higher Secondary School
Abobo, Gambella, Ethiopia06.2003
Skills
- Communication
- Team leading and Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/06/84
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Ethiopian
- Marital Status: Married
Birth Place
Gambela Region, Abobo district
Hobbies and Interests
- Exploring internet specially related to my profession
- Soccer
Languages
Amharic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Affan Oromo
Upper intermediate
B2
Dha Anywaa
Advanced
C1
Tigrinya
Intermediate
B1
Reference
Mr.Dereje Jemal, Public Relations and Communications Executive, at the Ministry of Peace (Phone number; +251911024737)
Mr.Abera Aba Enamo, Pastoralist and Lowland Area Development Coordination Executive, at the Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands (Phone number; +251912421237)
Mr.Dafa Hika Fida, service and system team leader, under the Institute of Ethiopian Standards (Phone number; +251918988359).
Timeline
Agronomist
Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands
11.2024 - Current
Lowland and Pastoral Area Development Coordination Expert
Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands
07.2024 - 11.2024
Special Support Coordination Expert
Ministry of Irrigation and Lowlands
12.2021 - 10.2022
Special Support Coordination Expert
Ministry of Peace
10.2018 - 12.2021
Ensuring Equitable Development and Capacity-Building Expert
Ministry of Federal and Pastoral Development Affairs
08.2017 - 10.2018
Crop Development and Protection Team Coordinator
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
10.2012 - 08.2017
Crop Development and Protection Expert
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
01.2012 - 10.2012
Development Site Supervisor
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
11.2009 - 01.2012
Development Site Team Leader
Abobo Woreda Agriculture and Natural Resources Development Office
07.2007 - 11.2009
MAs - Project Leadership and management
Ethiopian Civil Service University
Bachelor Degree - Plant Science
Haramaya University
Diploma - Plant Science
Gambella Agricultural Technical And Vocational Education Training College
High School -
Abobo Higher Secondary School
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