
Abreham Tamiru
@abrehamtamiru
I design community-grounded digital health tools and research systems that improve decisions and service delivery.
What I'm looking for
At ThinkPlace, I led the design, prototyping, and testing of AI-driven chatbots, interactive data platforms, and behavioral interventions that streamline health worker workflows and expand access to health information. I partnered with health leaders and public-sector teams to integrate community and facility data into national frameworks including E-CHIS and DHIS2.
I'm a human-centered design and monitoring, evaluation, and research practitioner with experience leading qualitative research, co-creation workshops, field operations, and digital data collection. Across YLabs, JaRco Consulting PLC, and freelance projects, I've translated research tools and reports across English, Amharic, and Afan Oromo while supporting ethical, community-grounded research and evidence-based decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
- Applied Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles and deep listening techniques to conduct qualitative, participatory research using in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, immersive observations, and community co-creation.
- Gathered, transcribed, and organized rich qualitative data and thick field observations to capture authentic community narratives and lived experiences.
- Cultivated d
Youth Researcher
YLabs
Jul 2026 - Present (2 months)
Applied Human-Centered Design principles to conduct qualitative, participatory research, including in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and community co-creation. Cultivated trust with community members and facilitated inclusive, participant-led sessions while ensuring ethical research practices.
- Translated qualitative research tools, key informant interview (KII) transcripts, focus group discussion (FGD) guides, and technical project reports across English, Amharic, and Afan Oromo.
- Proofread and edited donor reports, policy briefs, and institutional publications to ensure grammatical precision, correct terminology, and alignment with organizational standards.
- Provided high-quality
Business Designer
ThinkPlace
Apr 2024 - Jun 2026 (2 years 2 months)
Led design, prototyping, and testing of digital data tools and behavioral interventions, including AI-driven chatbots and interactive platforms. Facilitated co-creation workshops and qualitative research to inform intervention design and program strategy.
- Lead the design, prototyping, and testing of digital data tools and behavioral interventions including AI-drivenchatbots and interactive data platforms to streamline health worker workflows and expand access to health information.
- Collaborate with health leaders and public sector partners to support the integration of community and facility data into national digital frameworks, such as E-CHI
- Supervised multi-regional field teams conducting individual interviews and surveys, enforcing strict adherence to research protocols, ethical standards, and participant safety.
- Tracked field execution against project timelines and deliverables, serving as the primary operational communication bridge between field staff and central management.
- Coordinated end-to-end field logistics, includ
PDA Programmer
JaRco Consulting PLC
Oct 2020 - Aug 2021 (10 months)
Developed and improved digital data collection tools using ODK, KoBoToolbox, Survey Solutions, CommCare, and CSPro. Trained enumerators, conducted data quality checks, and produced summary tables and dashboards for monitoring and reporting.
- Developing and improving digital data collection tools using ODK, KoBoToolbox, Survey Solutions,commcare and CSPro.Conducted pilot testing and refined tools based on feedback.
- Traine enumerators and supervisors on digital tools usage and provide technical support to ensure accurate and efficient data collection.
- Developed data quality plans and conducted routine checks for completeness, co
Key areas of accountability
♤ Act as the main point of communication between field workers and the office.
♤ Manage the work schedules and time cards for all field staff.
♤ Ensure that safety policies are strictly adhered to
♤ Review project progress to ensure that deadlines are met.
♤ in charge of internal and external communication
♤ Act as the main point of communication between the field c
Research Team Member
Water and Land Resource Center
Sep 2018 - Aug 2019 (11 months)
Conducted on-site visits to collect water and land resource data, including water sampling and quality analysis. Documented field notes, collaborated with team members, and maintained field equipment.
During this time I was responsible
1. Conducting on-site visits: Travel to different locations to collect data on water and land resources.
2. Gathering water samples: Collect water samples. Adhere to proper protocols for sample collection and preservation to ensure accurate results.
3. Performing water quality analysis: Conduct tests to evaluate parameters such as pH, conductivity, dissolved ox
Research Team Member
ICOS Consulting PLC
Dec 2018 - Dec 2018 (0 months)
Worked as a research enumeration team member on the evaluation of enhancing livestock production.
worked as reserch enumeration team on evaluation of enhancing livestock production
Supervised and conducted enumeration activities, ensuring data collection quality and adherence to protocols.
Worked as project manager and faciltator at MYD It solutions PLC.
Project Manager and Facilitator
MYD IT Solutions PLC
Jan 2016 - Aug 2016 (7 months)
Managed project activities and facilitated sessions, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Skill mart international collage
Master's degree, Project management analysis and evaluation
2021 - 2023
Skill Mart International College
Master's degree, Project Management Analysis and Evaluation
2021 - 2023
Pursued a Master's degree in Project Management Analysis and Evaluation from 2021 to 2023.
Haramaya university
Bachelor's Degree, Engineering
2010 - 2015
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