Actively participated in establishing the research ecosystem at Bahir Dar University.
Responsibilities included teaching accounting and business courses to undergraduate and graduate students, preparing teaching materials, advising students on academic matters, and conducting research.
Achieved notable success with published research articles and ongoing research projects focused on various aspects of business and finance.
Business Process Reengineering Team Czar:
Supervised the reengineering teams’ activities on behalf of the University President.
Consulted on the change agenda of the University to the President of Bahir Dar University.
Designed various business processes, including plan, budget, finance, property procurement, and administration processes for Bahir Dar University, leading to successful implementation.
Plan, Budget, and Finance Head of Bahir Dar University (March 2009 – July 2010):
Supervised the planning, budgeting, and finance staff of the University.
Prepared strategic and operational plans for the University, ensuring effective financial management and compliance.
Provided policy recommendations on financial matters to support the institution’s growth and sustainability.
Dean, Faculty of Business and Economics (October 2004 – November 2007):
Oversaw the day-to-day activities of the faculty, including decision-making on hiring academic staff, equipment purchases, and financial matters.
Led the distance education initiatives of the Faculty of Business and Economics, fostering access to quality education.
Account Unit Head, Development Bank of Ethiopia (1995 – 1999):
Held a key role in the account unit, contributing to the financial management and operations of the Development Bank of Ethiopia.