ABDI DEBEL
Agricultural Economist
Frankfurt am Main
Summary
Agricultural Economist and Project Management Professional with 4+ years of international development experience in agricultural innovation, sustainability, and capacity building. Proven expertise in project coordination, administrative support, and stakeholder management across GIZ EU and global agricultural projects. Skilled in process management, reporting, procurement, and partner liaison with demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse international teams. Strong background in agricultural sciences and development cooperation with experience supporting project implementation from planning through delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Community Manager
ReDI Digital Integration
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinating intercultural engagement and innovation-focused programs with local and international stakeholders
- Managing events, stakeholder communications, and reporting for diverse partners
- Developed training and communication materials adaptable to diverse cultural and sectoral contexts
Freelancer consultant
SCIO NETWORK
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted research on sustainability and rural development for international cooperation programs
- Supported the design and adaptation of training materials for intercultural and innovation-focused contexts
Junior Advisor
GIZ
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Coordinated international partners and stakeholders across agricultural knowledge-sharing platforms
- Produced comprehensive reports, managed communications, and ensured timely project delivery
- Optimized project workflows by identifying risks and implementing feedback-driven improvements
- Learning Platforms & Certification
Intern
GIZ
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in knowledge management and event coordination for African agricultural stakeholders
- Produced guides, summaries, and documentation for international project partners
- Supported administrative processes and partner communication
Field Researcher and Research Assistant
University of Hohenheim, CIMMYT, and FAO Collaboration
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Collected and analyzed data using qualitative and quantitative methods
- Produced policy-relevant research reports and presented findings internationally
- Managed field logistics and stakeholder coordination
- Co-authored conference contributions on sustainable agriculture and food systems
Procurement and Administrative Officer
GIZ
01.2017 - 09.2020
- Coordinated technical logistics and compliance for international workshops
- Managed procurement processes and supported cross-country project implementation
- Handled administrative support for multinational development programs
Education
Master of Agricultural Science (M.Sc.) - Agricultural Economics
University of Hohenheim
09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management And Leadership
Oromia State University
Ethiopia 04.2001 -
Skills
- Platforms: Zoom, Teams, WordPress, Slack, Moodle and Canva
- Project Tools: Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Asana, MS Teams, SharePoint and Typeform
Certification
International Leadership workshop for rural youth, BMLEH, Germany
Awards
I have achieved DAAD Scholarship: Full scholarship for graduate studies in Germany 2020 – 2023
Timeline
International Leadership workshop for rural youth, BMLEH, Germany
08-2025
Community Manager
ReDI Digital Integration
02.2025 - Current
UAV for Precision Agriculture, University of Twente, Netherlands – Specialization: UAVs, remote sensing, and data management for precision agriculture for certifications.
09-2024
Urban Solutions: Nature-based Solutions to Climate Change, 2811 Climate Action
08-2024
Freelancer consultant
SCIO NETWORK
03.2024 - 01.2025
Junior Advisor
GIZ
06.2023 - 02.2024
Intern
GIZ
11.2022 - 05.2023
Field Researcher and Research Assistant
University of Hohenheim, CIMMYT, and FAO Collaboration
04.2022 - 11.2022
Procurement and Administrative Officer
GIZ
01.2017 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management And Leadership
Oromia State University
04.2001 -
Master of Agricultural Science (M.Sc.) - Agricultural Economics
University of Hohenheim