Gebrehiwot Assefa
@gebrehiwotassefa
Experienced IT professional and educator specializing in systems and innovation.
EthiopiaWhat I'm looking for
I am an IT professional with a Master's in Information Science and over 15 years of teaching, research, and practical experience in computing. I combine academic experience with hands-on system development, infrastructure management, and cybersecurity practice.
I have established and led a university Innovation Park, secured research funding, and managed R&D and student-driven innovation projects while delivering lectures and community IT services. My technical work includes full-stack projects using React.js, Node.js and MongoDB, and systems work across databases, networking, and digital services.
I seek roles where I can apply technical leadership, drive innovation, and contribute to system development and digital transformation, particularly in environments that value research-informed practice and community impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ICT Expert
Life SACCO
Apr 2025 - Present (6 months)
Manage and develop core systems, oversee network and infrastructure, and lead cybersecurity and digital services including mobile banking to improve operational resilience and service delivery.
Lecturer
Admas University
Apr 2025 - Present (6 months)
Teach undergraduate IT courses and conduct computing research while providing community IT services to strengthen industry-academia links and student skills.
MUHead, Science & Technology Park
Mekelle University
Jun 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Established and led the university's Innovation Park, secured research funding, and managed R&D projects and commercialization of student and staff innovations.
MULecturer in Computing
Mekelle University
Sep 2007 - Present (18 years 1 month)
Deliver BSc computing courses, lead academic research projects, and provide IT-focused community outreach to improve regional digital capacity over an extended academic tenure.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AUAddis Ababa University
Master of Science, Information Science
Grade: 3.53/4.00
Completed a Master of Science in Information Science with a GPA of 3.53/4.00 in July 2011.
MUMekelle University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Grade: 3.86/4.00
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a GPA of 3.86/4.00 in July 2007.
Kellamino Education and Demonstration Center
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Completed a high school diploma in July 2004.
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Location
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