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Abinet Sintayehu

@abinetsintayehu

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Executive leading AI innovation, digital transformation, and SDG policy advocacy.

Ethiopia

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead initiatives that combine AI, internet/data governance, and digital transformation with sustainable development. I want to drive policy advocacy, build partnerships, and strengthen capacity while empowering young leaders across Africa.

I am an executive focused on digital transformation, sustainable development, and empowering the next generation of leaders across Africa. I am currently an MSc student in International Trade Policy and Trade Law at Lund University College of Economics and Management (ESAMI TRAPCA campus), and I lead with a policy-and-implementation mindset across digital governance and development.

As CEO of AIIDEV Africa–Ethiopia, I advance AI innovation, internet and data governance, policy advocacy, and capacity building through strategic partnerships and inclusive tech growth. I also serve as Secretary General of NEXT GENERATION GLOBAL CONNECT, Country Director for PLO Lumumba Foundation Ethiopia Chapter, and a Member of Parliament in the African Union Student Platform—voicing student concerns and proposing initiatives that support educational reforms, unity, and development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chief Executive Officer

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AiiDev Africa

Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Leads AiiDev Africa as CEO and serves as Ethiopia coordinator for SDGs training for all Africans. Advances AI innovation and digital transformation through work on internet and data governance, policy advocacy, capacity building, and strategic partnerships for inclusive tech growth.

AI Innovation Digital Transformation Internet Governance Data Governance Policy Advocacy Capacity Building Strategic Partnerships Digital Inclusion Sustainable Development

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Country Director

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Plo Lumumba Foundation

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Leads the PLO Lumumba Foundation Ethiopia chapter, advancing the organization’s mission through strategic initiatives and partnership management. Coordinates programs promoting leadership, governance, and social development across Ethiopia.

strategic initiatives Partnership Management Program Coordination Leadership Development Governance

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Secretary General

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Next Generation Global Connect

May 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Leads operations for the NGGC network, formulates policies, coordinates global partnerships, and advises on digital infrastructure. Drives strategic planning, public engagement, promoting innovation, and ensuring compliance to enhance global connectivity and sustainable development initiatives.

Operations Management Policy Development Global Partnerships Digital Infrastructure Advisory Strategic Planning Public Engagement & Compliance Digital Transformation Sustainable Development

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Member of Parliament

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African Union Student Platform

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Represents Ethiopia in the African Union Student Platform Parliament, voicing student concerns and proposing policies to advocate for educational reforms. Participates in debates and develops initiatives for student welfare and cross-member-state collaboration.

Student Advocacy Educational Reform Advocacy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Lund University College of Economics and Management (ESAMI)

Master of Science (MSc), International Trade Policy and Trade Law

2025 -

MSc student in International Trade Policy and Trade Law. Studying on the ESAMI TRAPCA campus in Arusha, Tanzania.

African SDGs Mentorship Program (AIIDEV)

Certificate, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

2024 - 2024

Completed a certificate course on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) via the African SDGs Mentorship Program. Awarded as a program certificate from AIIDEV.