Bio

Clean Energy Practitioner advancing ESG-driven solar solutions for underserved communities in Ethiopia, powering households, farms, health centers, schools, and commercial & industrial users. Global Women in Clean Energy Regional Champion mentoring women in STEM and leadership. Alumna of the Global Women in Clean Energy Program (2025) and Energy Sustainability Program (2026), focused on practical, inclusive climate impact.

Highest Level of Education

Bachelor's degree

Current Job/Study field

Private sector

Nationality

Ethiopia Flag Ethiopia

Current employer

Modify Electromechanical Systems and Solutions PLC

Work experience

  • Electrical Engineer
    Modify Electromechanical Systems and Solutions PLC - Full-time From May 2024 to Present

    •Design and implement solar PV systems across Solar Home Systems (SHS), Productive Use of Energy (PUE), Energy Storage, and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) applications.rn•tLead end-to-end project execution—from site assessment and system design to installation, commissioning, and handover.rn•tConduct detailed load assessments and energy audits to develop efficient, demand-driven solutions.rn•tSupervise installation teams, ensuring compliance with technical standards, safety requirements & quality

  • Sales Engineer
    Amel Business PLC - Full-time From September 2022 to April 2024

    • Established and maintained strong relationships with new and existing customers.rn• Persuaded clients on the feasibility and benefits of technical products and solutions.rn• Computed quotations, negotiated tenders, and closed sales deals.rn• Prepared comprehensive tender documents and technical proposals.rn• Coordinated sales projects from initial inquiry to final delivery.rn• Analyzed sales trends and cost structures to optimize profitability.rn

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
    Bahir Dar University From October 2017 to August 2022

Executive Education

  • Global Women in Clean Energy Fellowship
    Rocky Mountain Institute Issued December 2025
  • Carbon and ESG Analysis Online Programme
    University of Cambridge Online Issued April 2026
  • Solar systems, Installation, Maintenance and troubleshooting
    PUM. Issued March 2025

Area of expertise

Engineering Energy policy Environmental policy Environmental Regulation Energy market models

Languages

  • English

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