About me
I am a hydrologist with a PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources Management, passionate about interdisciplinary research combining hydrology, climate science and environmental modelling to improve resilience to climate extremes. I am currently seeking full-time opportunities in hydrology, flood risk and water resources, and remain open to research and project collaboration. Full right to work in the UK · willing to relocate internationally · available for fieldwork and international collaboration.
Professional experience
2025
Assistant Professor · University of Gondar
Conducted research in hydrological modelling, hydroclimate and watershed processes; established and managed an experimental watershed for long-term hydrological monitoring; supervised MSc research; developed collaborative research proposals and publications.
2024–2025
Project Manager — SWAMP
Led multidisciplinary research on sustainable water resources management; coordinated field observations, environmental datasets and hydrological modelling; collaborated with international partners from Germany and Ethiopia.
2017–2025
Lecturer · University of Gondar
Conducted research in hydrology, climate change and catchment management; delivered training in SWAT+, GIS, R and environmental modelling.
Education
2019–2025
PhD, Hydrology & Water Resources Management · Africa Centre of Excellence for Water Management, Addis Ababa University
Thesis: Modelling spatial patterns of runoff-generating areas and soil erosion using SWAT+.
2015–2017
MSc Engineering Hydrology · Bahir Dar University
Thesis: Assessment of hydrological responses in treated and untreated catchments.
2011–2014
BSc Water Resources & Irrigation Management · Wollega University
Thesis: Evaluation of irrigation water demand for different vegetables using Cropwat 8.0.