Yalemzewd Abere
@yalemzewdabere
Civil engineer specializing in water supply and sanitation with 7+ years in humanitarian and infrastructure projects.
EthiopiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented civil engineer specializing in water supply and sanitary engineering, with over seven years of experience in planning, design, construction, and supervision of civil infrastructure projects for humanitarian and commercial settings.
I have managed donor-funded WASH and construction projects for organizations such as UNHCR, UNICEF, USAID and EHF, delivered technical designs and field supervision, and applied tools like AutoCAD, WaterCAD, WaterGEMS and ArcGIS to produce sustainable, community-sensitive solutions.
I am passionate about improving public health through reliable water and sanitation systems, and I bring expertise in multidisciplinary coordination, technical reporting, facility management, and compliance with international humanitarian and engineering standards.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Supervising Engineer
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
Feb 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Manage facility operations for the headquarters commercial building, overseeing water supply, sanitation, HVAC, and structural systems while drafting technical specifications and cost estimates for rehabilitation projects.
WatSan Construction Engineer
Independent Consultant
May 2023 - Mar 2024 (10 months)
Provided design, feasibility studies, and construction supervision for water supply and sanitation schemes in high-rise buildings and NGO projects, improving service quality and project delivery.
Led planning and execution of WASH interventions in IDP and refugee contexts, designed compliant water and sanitation infrastructure, and coordinated contractors to ensure timely implementation.
Project Team Leader
Ministry of Water and Energy
Mar 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 4 months)
Led a multidisciplinary team on watershed management and water quality monitoring for the Awash River Basin, conducting GIS assessments and managing project finances and inter-agency coordination.
Chief Academic and Research Assistant
Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
Jul 2017 - Jul 2022 (5 years)
Delivered courses and lab demonstrations in hydraulic and water quality topics, supported undergraduate and postgraduate research, and participated in community outreach and capacity building projects.
Senior Civil and Water Works Engineer
BINAS D International Consulting and Trading Services
Feb 2021 - Jun 2021 (4 months)
Designed sustainable water supply systems for refugee settlements and supervised field implementation to ensure adherence to standards and project timelines for UNHCR-funded work.
Water and Sanitary Engineer
MTT Consulting Architects and Engineers PLC
Jan 2020 - Jul 2020 (6 months)
Designed internal plumbing and sanitation systems for residential and commercial buildings using hydraulic modelling tools and provided site supervision and material take-offs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
Master of Science, Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering
Grade: 3.81/4.00 (Very Great Distinction)
Master of Science in Civil Engineering with specialization in Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering, graduated in 2019 with a GPA of 3.81/4.00 and Very Great Distinction.
Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
Bachelor of Science, Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering
Grade: Great Distinction
Bachelor of Science degree in Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering, graduated in 2017 with Great Distinction and ranked first in the department.
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