Kidist Ephrem Woldetsadik

Project Cycle Management.

• Contribute to project proposal writing, and project modifications during project implementation.
• SME Support Scheme: Development of TORs, sourcing of ventures, investment appraisals, memoranda of understanding (MoUs), and implementation of support measurements according to the defined theory of change.
• Case management and focal person for digital companies (FinTechs, Marketplaces, EducationTech), providing advisory support, and ensuring alignment with project objectives.

SME Support Scheme.

• Conceptualize the SME Support Scheme for Tourism in Arba Minch.
• Definition of the theory of change to support 10 tourism-focused SMEs in Arba Minch.
• Organize the application process and feedback sessions with SMEs.
• Lead the selection of qualified companies according to the qualification grid.
• Support the documentation and knowledge management of the first project phase.
• Expert recruitment in Ethiopia, including outreach, CV assessment, interviews, applicant evaluation, and process management.
• Assist in expert recruitment and documentation for the project in Senegal, Ghana, and Morocco.
• Steer and manage short-term consultants in the fields of strategy, marketing, access to finance, and others in line with donor requirements.
• Prepare and organize workshops and peer-to-peer exposures.

Finance Management.

• Administration of a €4.6 million GIZ project budget (excluding HQ and HR costs).
• Oversee local procurement of machinery, equipment, and national and international consultants, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management, in line with donor regulations and Sequa standards.
• Implement and monitor financial practices and procedures to ensure compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies and procedures, local laws, and regulations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports according to budget lines, including tracking expenditures, and preparing regular financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions, including payments, invoices, and reimbursements.
• Cash and bank account management, and reconciliation.
• Special Initiative for Jobs and Decent Work (Phase II)

• Comprehensive training in Capacity WORKS (GIZ), Proposal Writing (EU, BMZ, develoPPP), PCM, Classic PM, Outcome Mapping, MEAL, M&E, SPHERE & WASH, Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Adaptation, SDGs/Agenda 2030, Resource & Water Management, Quality Management, Evaluation & Learning, Financial Management & Reporting, plus digital tools (Kobo Toolbox, WINPACCS, Excel).
• Advanced Certificate program with internship at sequa gGmbH

• Finance and Administration
• Project Accounting (financial statements, financial payments)
• Responsible for all project’s financial transactions (contract settlements, procurement, money transfers and cash payments)
• Finance controlling for sub-grants for the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce
• Preparation of application templates and manuals for SMEs applying to project grants
• Documentation and monitoring of budget and expenditures
• Allocation of financial transactions according to the budget line
• Procurement of goods and machinery for SMEs and procurement of services (e.g. consultants)
• Logistics for partner visits, training, and workshops (arranging project cars, booking flights and accommodation, calculating per diems)
• Project Assignments: Sustainable Industry Clusters, Business Linkage Project, 3 million € (Excluding HQ and HR costs), Ethiopian Fashion Community Project (125 thousand €) Excluding HQ and HR costs, Strengthening Business Membership Organisations (BMOs), 1,5 million € Excluding HQ and HR costs

• Assisted the team leader and national coordinator in administrative and financial tasks.
• Assisted in procurement, workshop organization, and per diem calculation.
• Assisted in reporting and communication with the team, consultants, and partners.
• Prepared project presentations.
• Conducted phone surveys on SMEs' employment status.
• I attended meetings and prepared minutes.
• Project Assignment: Special Initiative for Jobs and Decent Work (Phase I)

• Company Overview: SDZ Alliance is a non-profit/NGO joint venture of individuals and organizations that aim to create sustainable development zones (SDZs) for migrants and urban dwellers, in line with the UN Agenda 2030.
• Acted as the focal person for the SDZ project in Ethiopia, and liaison for project stakeholders.
• Provided travel logistics for SDZ board members and chairperson, including flight tickets, accommodation, and travel plans.
• Prepared meetings with Ethiopian government offices (e.g., Ethiopian Investment Commission, Ministry of Trade, Oromia Bureau of Enterprise and Industry Development, Legatafo Mayor, Federal Small and Medium Manufacturing Industry Promotion Authority).
• I visited the project implementation areas and represented the project in Ethiopia.

• Company Overview: A technology and VAS-providing company working on service delivery through MT (Mobile Terminated) for its Ethio Telecom subscribers.
• Created and managed the business budgets.
• Recruited and onboarded new staff.
• Managed the budget, monitored the financial health of the business, and improved revenue.
• Developed key performance goals for staff.
• Created and implemented strategies for business growth.
• Developed innovative solutions to meet customers' needs.
• Evaluated performance and productivity.
• Analyzed accounting and financial data.
• Researched and identified growth opportunities.