Yared Sertse

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Project Lead: e-Learning for Strengthening Higher Education in Ethiopia @ Shayashone PLC
Addis Ababa, ET
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Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ethiopia
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Over 20 years of experience in high level private sector, research and development organizations as employee and consultant. Worked for leading international and Ethiopian Organizations: Shell, Heineken, Dow Chemicals, DSM, USAID-Feed the Future, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Royal Netherland Embassy, SNV, Netherlands Enterprise Agency, Agritera, Wageningen University, Purdue University, Saskachuan University, Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce, Addis Ababa Oil Millers, and Several Farmers’ Cooperative Unions in Ethiopia. Professional expertise in Financial Analyses and Management, Strategic Management, Business Modeling, Marketing, Value Chain Study, Economic Development, Scenario Planning and Analysis and Human Resources added to an MBA degree with Merit from Bradford University/ TiasNimbas Business School. Strong leadership, networking and analytical skills with ability to listen and grasp ideas from wide ranging perspectives. Highly result oriented, and genuine sense of respect to others with working and leading experiences in cross cultural teams. Winner of ‘Shell Oil Products Africa President’ award, multi-industry experience ranging from Agriculture to pharmaceuticals. Passionate about strategies to nurture businesses with triple bottom line impact and strategies that make businesses to sustain. Specialties: Business Development, Business Modeling, Value Chain Development, Marketing and Strategic Management Consultancy, Human Resources,

Yared Sertse's Current Company Details
Shayashone PLC

Shayashone Plc

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Project Lead: e-Learning for Strengthening Higher Education in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, ET
Website:
shayashone.com
Employees:
11
Yared Sertse Work Experience Details
  • Shayashone Plc
    Project Lead: E-Learning For Strengthening Higher Education In Ethiopia
    Shayashone Plc
    Addis Ababa, Et
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  • Shayashone Plc
    Project Lead: E-Learning For Strengthening Higher Education In Ethiopia
    Shayashone Plc Apr 2022 - Present
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Facilitate the partnership  Support the team to deliver project results and outcomes Co-create and co-shape pathways and strategic themes for fast, quality oriented, cost effective and human centered project realization Responsible for overall project results, outcomes and impacts  Advise on Branding and communication
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  • Shayashone Plc
    General Manager
    Shayashone Plc Sep 2015 - Present
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    Designing business growth strategiesManage company portfoliosAcquire new clients and monitor service quality retainResponsible for overall organizational KPIs and Perfromance TarjectoryProvide senior expertise in consulting projects related to private sector development, action research, investment coaching Manage partners projects in the area of agriculture and agribusiness. Engage on highlevel organizational operational management
  • Shayashone (Sys) Plc
    Manager: Business Development, Consultancy And Marketing
    Shayashone (Sys) Plc Sep 2011 - Sep 2015
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Develop organizational strategies for consultancy, logistics, and importing businesses. Lead responsible person for the consulting and marketing sector. Manage human resource function of all groups of businesses. Provide strategic support for the logistics and importing businesses. Responsible for strategic marketing and acquisitions for all the businesses. Manage consulting, marketing and business development team of 10 people. Support African Agribusiness Academy as country coach.
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  • Bright Future In Agriculture
    Private Sector Advisor
    Bright Future In Agriculture Apr 2019 - Mar 2023
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Build capacities of 8 ATVET colleges to deliver demand-oriented education. Lead internship and apparentship programs in line with private sector needs Research and facilitate policy dialogue on key themes-internship/apprenticeship, entrepreneurship, gender, technology transfer, skill council  Facilitate triple helix/innovation platforms for adoption of technologies that stimulate local economic development Act as a principal advisor for private sector engagement in the project
  • Netherlands Enterprise Agency (Rvo)
    Investment Process Advisor For Kunzila Horticulture Development
    Netherlands Enterprise Agency (Rvo) Nov 2019 - Jun 2021
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Support government of Ethiopia for a new investment that creates 12K jobs  Responsible for advising the government of the Netherlands about Ethiopia Business Climate Coach team of investment office in ANRS to manage the investment. Facilitate dialogue between Investors, government of Ethiopia and government of the Netherlands.
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  • Feed The Future Ethiopia Value Chain Activities
    Lead Consultant For Commercialization Of Hermetic Storage Bags
    Feed The Future Ethiopia Value Chain Activities Nov 2018 - Apr 2021
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Practical development of supply chain that serves 5000 villages in Ethiopia Analyse and select distributors and vendors/agro dealers. Provide TOT for over 5000 extension agents together with extension partners. Responsible for institutional marketing with Government of Ethiopia and NGOs. Responsible for all media strategies and delivery (radio, television, newspaper, ICT) Scale up using digital platforms
  • Safe Drinking Water For Ethiopia
    Project Co-Lead
    Safe Drinking Water For Ethiopia Nov 2017 - Jan 2021
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Develop market for household water filters  Responsible for managing network of over 100 vendors distributing the filters Facilitate Access to finance for users by negotiating with MFIs. Responsible for supporting public extension agents training on safe drinking water
  • Ethio-Netherlands Trade For Agricultural Growth/Wageningen University
    Project Lead For Pulses, Oilseed, Investment And Business Opportunities
    Ethio-Netherlands Trade For Agricultural Growth/Wageningen University Nov 2016 - Dec 2020
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Organize business platforms to address policy and operational bottlenecks Responsible for market linkage between local and international agribusinesses Coach agro-processing and agribusiness companies for improved capacity. Develop investment and business opportunities for local and EU businesses. Undertake social impact assessment and give front desk support for incoming investors. Support Amhara National Regional State in developing One Stop Investment Shop and improve investment service.
  • Purdue University/Bill And Melinda Gates Foundation
    Lead Consultant For Market And Supply Chain Development
    Purdue University/Bill And Melinda Gates Foundation Nov 2014 - Apr 2020
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Practical development of supply chain that serves 6500 villages in Ethiopia Analyse and select manufactures, distributors and vendors/agro dealers. Provide TOT for over 6000 extension agents together with extension partners. Responsible for institutional marketing with Government of Ethiopia and NGOs. Responsible for all media strategies and delivery (radio, television, newspaper, ICT) Scale up using digital platforms
  • University Of Saskatchewan
    Lead Consultant For Business Modeling And Value Chain
    University Of Saskatchewan Nov 2015 - Mar 2017
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Assess existing production, marketing and bulking models of pulses. Evaluate household utilization practice of pulses. Assess the value chain with quantitative analyses of profit and risk sharing models. Develop a business model that link nutrition, gender, market and production. Coach on implementation of the business model.
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  • African Agribusiness Academy
    Country Chapter Coordinator
    African Agribusiness Academy Jan 2013 - Aug 2014
    Addis Ababa
     Network with Ethiopian Agribusinesses and profile firms for membership. Facilitate for business deals and learning opportunities between Ethiopian Agribusiness & those in East Africa and EU. Provide business support services in strategic partnership, business planning and financial management. Engage different private sector associations, government and donors to promote the academy.
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  • Wageningen Ur (University & Research Centre)
    Consultant-Food Processing Sector-Business Opportunity Study
    Wageningen Ur (University & Research Centre) Nov 2012 - Feb 2013
    Addis Ababa Ethiopia
     Identified Ethiopian and International companies engaged in food processing sector. Interviewed over 30 companies and analyzed opportunities and challenges. Co-Prepare the business opportunity report. Develop strategic roadmap for embassy interventions within the sector.
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  • Wageningen Ur (University & Research Centre)
    Soybean Value Chain Consultant
    Wageningen Ur (University & Research Centre) Sep 2011 - Dec 2012
    Addis Ababa
     Researched on potential of soybean and sunflower as value chain commodity. Conducted series of sessions with stakeholders to understand existing chain dynamics and developed intervention strategies. Spearheaded implementation of soybean value chain development and achieved strong market dynamics where producers and processors are linked. Co-author real business cases from the implementation process.
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  • Addis Ababa Chamber Of Commerce & Sector Association
    Human Resource Performance Management Consultant
    Addis Ababa Chamber Of Commerce & Sector Association May 2013 - Sep 2013
    Addis Ababa
     Conducted need assessment for strategic PM (Behavioral and Results) interventions. Developed training and coaching materials as per need assessment and organizational strategy. Trained and coached staff (management and senior) and laid foundation for implementation. Supported practical implementation of PM.
  • Dida Farmers Cooperative Union
    Lead Consultant-Linseed Supply Chain Analyses
    Dida Farmers Cooperative Union Sep 2012 - Feb 2013
    Addis Ababa
     Analyzed linseed Supply chain for a union supported by Agritera Assessed main business opportunities and challenges within the chain. Identified three businesses models within the chain-that are relevant to the union. Developed the actual plan based using scenario analyses approach. Coached in implementing the identified business model.
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  • Public-Private Partnership On Oilseed: Addis Ababa Oil Millers Association
    Lead Consultant: Business And Technical Feasibility Study
    Public-Private Partnership On Oilseed: Addis Ababa Oil Millers Association Aug 2012 - Dec 2012
    Addis Ababa
     Evaluate business opportunities and bottlenecks of the edible oil industry Assess different refining and semi-refining technology packages. Explore ways to develop and adapt these technologies domestically. Develop sector and technology use strategy. Present findings to Ministry of Industry, Development Bank and Donors
  • Heineken Ethiopia Sc
    Leadership Coach
    Heineken Ethiopia Sc Aug 2012 - Nov 2012
    Addis Ababa
     Identify key leadership gaps within Harar and Bedele Breweries using different tools. Develop training and coaching materials to bridge the gaps as per Heineken standards. Train and coach staff (management and senior). Support development of personal development plans for management and senior staff.
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  • Embassy Of The Kingdom Of The Netherlands In Ethiopia
    Program Developer-Agribusiness Support Facility
    Embassy Of The Kingdom Of The Netherlands In Ethiopia Aug 2012 - Nov 2012
    Addis Ababa
     Assessed bottlenecks in Foreign Direct Investment & Private Sector Development in Ethiopia. Reviewed existing interventions and results. Developed strategic road map for ABSF and brainstormed with AACCSA and RNE staff. Prepared full-fledged proposal that won funding.
  • Advance Consulting B.V.
    Puplic-Private Partnership On Oilseed Strategy Consultant
    Advance Consulting B.V. Jul 2012 - Nov 2012
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
     Assess PPP-O performance for the last five years Evaluate the strength, weakness, opportunity and threats for the partnership. Undertake comparative analyses of PPP-O with similar associations. Assess the oilseed sector potential in Ethiopia Develop future strategies for the PPP-O and the oilseed sector
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  • Heineken Ethiopia
    Hrm Performance Management Consultant
    Heineken Ethiopia Mar 2012 - Jun 2012
    Addis Ababa
     Conducted need assessment for strategic PM (Behavioral and Results) interventions. Developed training and coaching materials as per the need assessment and Heineken standards. Trained and coached staff (management and senior) and laid foundation for implementation. Supported practical implementation of PM.
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  • Fair And Sustainable Business Development Service
    Rural Economic Development Advisor
    Fair And Sustainable Business Development Service Feb 2010 - Aug 2011
    Addis Ababa
     Facilitated Value Chain for Soybean and Sunflower in partnership with Wageningen University Conducted Base of the Pyramid research on business models for oil millers in Addis Ababa, Published article. Advised on donors programs related to Contract Farming; Africa Juice, Apinec, Asela Malt. Coached Farmers and Farmers Marketing Organization for market competitiveness. Supported Capacity Buidling of Local Business Development Service industry. Advised implementing partners in preparing and evaluating business and strategic plans.
  • Shayashon Trading Plc
    Consultant/Co-Investor
    Shayashon Trading Plc Nov 2009 - Feb 2010
    Addis Ababa
    Analyzed alternative business concepts using sets of parameters: return on investment, diversification and growth alternatives, start-up capital requirement and investor profile matching.Undertook primary and secondary market demand and supply analysis.Developed product portfolio based on demand and supply analysis. Developed Marketing, Financial, Organization and Operations plans.Set-up the business and advise on strategies on part-time.
  • Dsm Anti Infectives/Icco
    Market Researcher, Base Of The Pyramid
    Dsm Anti Infectives/Icco Jun 2009 - Sep 2009
    Nethrlands
     Analyzed problems of counterfeit and substandard medicines, and risk along supply chain. Assessed market need and identified priority market segment. Evaluated the challenges in marketing the product and proposed action plans. Led discussions with Officials, NGOs, and Associations about possible partnership. Developed marketing and partnership strategies for the future. Developed distribution alternatives and liaised with Dutch and African distributors.
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  • Shell Ethiopia Ltd
    Hr Services Manager/Hr-It Focal Person, East Africa
    Shell Ethiopia Ltd Jan 2008 - Sep 2008
    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    Led Shell East Africa HR-IT team and trained system users (HRMs & HR consultants).Developed manpower planning and retention strategies for Shell Ethiopia/Djibouti.Managed remuneration schemes of Shell Ethiopia/Djibouti. Supported in recruitment and placement activities. Assisted in performance and talent management, and staff training.Supervised HR services (maintenance, travel, medical, expatriate, transport etc).
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  • Shell Oil Products Africa (Sopaf)
    Shell People Soft Project Implementer, East Africa And Islands
    Shell Oil Products Africa (Sopaf) Jun 2007 - Dec 2007
    Nairobi, Kenya
     Streamlined core HRM processes (Recruitment and Placement, Talent, Performance, Compensation and Benefit, Employee Relations) per system requirement. Built and monitored organization design for nine companies in East Africa. Developed system blue print in collaboration with SAP consultants & SOPAF HR Advisor. Coached country focal points and Led data clean up and migration exercise. Monitored and Evaluated project budget and progress together with SOPAF Project Manager
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  • Shell Ethiopia Ltd
    Hr Services Manager
    Shell Ethiopia Ltd Jan 2005 - May 2007
     Developed Business Continuity plans for core HR processes. Managed functional budget and CAPEX (Annual Budget of $1-1.5 million). Supported negotiation with trade union on behalf of company. Responsible for the remuneration schemes of Shell Ethiopia/Djibouti. Assisted in recruitment and talent management. Supervised HR services (maintenance, travel, medical, expatriate, conference and meeting organization transport etc).
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  • Shell Ethiopia Ltd
    Scenario Analyst
    Shell Ethiopia Ltd Jan 2006 - Sep 2006
     Streamlined operations in each busines units and analyzed impact on company’s bottom line. Assessed risk, impact and probability of occurrence for the core operations. Developed mitigation plan for gradual risks and contingency plans for rapid risks. Assessed resources needed for implementing mitigation and contingency plans. Tested the contingency plans based on simulated scenario and filed learning points.
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  • Shell Ethiopia Ltd
    Hr Graduate Trainee
    Shell Ethiopia Ltd Oct 2003 - Dec 2004
     Managed HR-IT systems & HRMIS of Shell Ethiopia/Djibouti and automated HR processes. Developed HIV/AIDS program adopted by World Bank and ILO for other companies. Responsible for Expatriate Benefit Administration.
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Strategy Management Business Strategy Program Management Analysis Business Planning Strategic Planning Business Development Project Management Value Chain Analysis Market Research Human Resources Training Organizational Development Agriculture Leadership Change Management Proposal Writing Negotiation Project Planning New Business Development Government Sustainable Development Logistics Management Research Performance Management Logistics Employee Relations International Business Ngos Scenario Analysis Start Ups Recruiting Rural Development Budgets Management Consulting Coaching Personnel Management Africa Managerial Finance Sustainability Talent Management Supply Chain Marketing Strategy Development Business Management

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Yared Sertse's current role is Project Lead: e-Learning for Strengthening Higher Education in Ethiopia.

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Yared Sertse attended Bradford University/tiasnimbas Business School (Sep. 2009), Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa University.

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Yared Sertse has skills like Strategy, Management, Business Strategy, Program Management, Analysis, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Project Management, Value Chain Analysis, Market Research, Human Resources.

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