CURRICULUM VITAE

ALEMAYEHU SISAY RETA

DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS AND RESEARCH ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA
PROFESSIONAL +251924542754
+251983832637
alexsisay29@gmail.com

Résumé
High impact, data collection ability, database management, econometric analysis both macro and micro
data, resourceful and effective development planning, research, Project Cycle Management (PCM), pro-
poor policy approaches and Monitoring and Evaluation professional with more than six years of varied
experience with an outgoing and diligent personality, my strong management acumen and professional
work experience acquired over the years both in development research and private and public sector
management would enable me to contribute meaningfully to organizations in any development planning,
monitoring and evaluation, research and program evaluation related capacities.

Organizational/Managerial Skills Computer Skills

 General organizing  Project management  STATA
 Research planning  Strategic planning  SPSS
 Research Analysis  Operational planning  R
 Analytical thinking  Result Oriented  MS Office
 Decision making  Business analysis  VLOOKUP
 Problem solving  Operations management  Pivot Tools
 Attention to detail  Time management
 Team leadership  Meeting deadlines
 Effective communication  Program budgeting

QUALIFICATIONS
2018 ― MA in Development Economics, International Institute of Social Studies, Erasmus University
Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Thesis on: - “The impact of International trade on the success of economic sanctions”:
A Meta-Regression Analysis
Specialization: Econometric Analysis of Development Policies
2010 ― BSc in Agricultural Economics, Haramaya University, Ethiopia.
Thesis on: - “Small scale irrigation and house hold food security at kobo Woreda”

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Publications
 Could the literature on the economic determinates of sanctions be biased? Journal of Peace
Economics, Peace Science and Public Policy.

Research Handbook on Economic Sanctions

 Determinants of Success and Failure of Economic Sanctions: A Meta-Analysis

Honors and Rewards

 Awarded a certificate for the winner of the award of the best research paper group project “Meta
Analysis of Success and Failure of Economic Sanctions” on 17, December 2018.

WORK EXPERIENCE

01 Dec – Now │Actively looking for job in Development Research and Development Policy

Research Assistant│ International Institute of Social Studies, Erasmus University

Dec 2018 – July 2019
 Identify and compile lists of potential research subjects in accordance with study objectives and
parameters, as appropriate to the individual position.
 As appropriate to the specified position, code and verify data in accordance with specified research
protocol and coding procedures and enter data into a computer database and/or spreadsheet
application for subsequent analysis.
 Collect and analyse data, summarise project results, prepare progress reports.
 Prepare other articles, reports and presentations
 Review and edit data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information, follow up with subjects to
resolve problems or clarify data collected.
 Write and contribute to publications, develop research protocols, meets regularly with supervisor to
discuss research assignments
 Assist with academic research, assist with the editing and preparations of manuscripts, assist with
duties related to the production of academic journals
 Supervise undergraduate students working on any assigned research projects
 Attend new project meetings, conferences and seminars, assist in the acquisitions of research materials
from campus facilities and perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

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Senior Research and development Planning Expert │Ethiopian Sugar Corporation

April 2016 – August 2017
 Reviews and analyses various economic and statistical data and research material to assess impacts
on investment strategies and asset allocation objectives.
 Plans, organizes and directs the research, analysis and implementation of investment strategies of a
specialized investment programs.
 Plan, direct and coordinate program and administrative activities of a complex, interrelated, and
interdependent nature, where unknowns and numerous contingency factors are involved
 Provision of advice to colleagues and clients (stakeholders) on appropriate use of data and data
methodology
 Liaising with clients and stakeholders over project progress and delivery and directing other project
managers to ensure delivery of the highest quality outputs.
 Review gathered research and analyse various sets of data. Interpret data and start writing reports.
Develops and/or implements asset allocations and strategies for investments.
 Verify information on databases remains secure, as well as ensure that all team members complete
their tasks and work cooperatively with the team. Reviews performance of each division in meeting
investment and research benchmarks.
 Develops comprehensive economic and market forecasts and prudent investment portfolio strategies
and policies, and directs the implementation of such strategies.

Senior Economist│ Ethiopian Sugar Corporation

March 2015 – March 2016
 Appraise, analyse, monitor and evaluate sugar industry projects, prepare annual& forward plans for
the industry. Proactively developing analytical processes and expanding the range of data available to
apply to projects.
 Provides technical support in the formulation, analysis, forecasting and efficient Implementation of
policies and corporate strategies developed for the sugar industry. Prepare periodic statutory, market
and industry performance analysis and make recommendations to Management
 Contributing analytical outputs and methodological suggestions to tender proposals as part of the
business process.
 Undertake quarterly performance review of board and Sugar Industry strategic plans. Analyses and
provides basic interpretation of data from the industry
 Generate from the statistical data bank annual forecasts for production, consumption and pricing

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trends of sugar industry products and undertake a comprehensive study on national sugar supply and
demand at least once every 5 years to guide policy.
 Facilitate preparation of integrated sugar industry development plans and generate short term and long
term programmes consistent with the industry's policies and objectives.

Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Expert│ Ethiopian Sugar Corporation

April 2014 – March 2015
 Support the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Sugar projects biennial
work plan. Coordinate the results based management planning and reporting process.
 Monitor and analyse programme developments and implementation; review documents and reports;
identify problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant
parties; identify and track follow-up actions.
 Collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data to measure the performance, impact, and
sustainability of existing projects. Create effective M&E information systems to support monitoring
activities.
 Ensure a high-quality, professional, and timely completion of project goals and objectives. Coordinate
and lead an ongoing and user-friendly analysis, and present findings of the results found.
 Monitor compliance with M&E activities. Oversee M&E activities and present updates on the
progress of the program’s goals/objectives.
 Develop and implement a results-based M&E framework and methodology for the specific program.
 Work as a Point of Contact for Evaluation in the Mission and provide guidance to technical teams on
issues related to monitoring and evaluation.

Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Head│ Chemical Industry Corporation

July 2012 – March 2014

 Design and implement adequate field surveys on needs assessments, baseline surveys, impact
assessments, internal evaluation of projects or other specific surveys related to the project intervention.
 Coordinate the M&E Department (planning and implementation of M&E activities, staff
management, reports writing).
 Assist in developing draft work plans and other planning instruments, Participate in field missions.
 Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and methodologies
consistent with monitoring of implementation and methods of evaluation on matters relating to the
programme.
 Assist in enhancing an integrated process of planning, programming, budgeting, monitoring and

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evaluation.
 Research, analysis and present information gathered from diverse sources.
 Assist in the design/enhancement of data collection tools.
 Assist in the coordination of evaluations (internal and external) including drafting Terms of Reference,
liaising with regional offices and partners, and independent experts.
 Participate in project proposals design (mainly log frame and M&E aspects).
 Give technical and methodological support to the M&E staff (M&E methods, log frame approach,
Quality Assurance.

Research Assistant │ Ministry of Finance and Economic Development

Oct 2010 – July 2012
 Work with researchers from Ministry of finance and economic development starting from the
designing phase of the projects.
 Conduct literature reviews, prepare interview questions, recruit and/or interview subjects
 Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary and
summarize interviews
 Assist the project leaders in managing the field work, data collection, data analysis and preliminary
write-up. Summarize project results, Prepare progress reports
 Ensure that the research protocol and sampling design is strictly followed by the survey team.
 Prepare other articles, reports and presentations, Monitor the project budget
 Travel to field sites to collect and record data and/or samples as appropriate to the specific objectives
of the study
 As appropriate to the specified position, code and verify data in accordance with specified research
protocol and coding procedures and enter data into a computer database and/or spreadsheet
application for subsequent analysis
 Conduct and record face-to-face and/or telephone interviews with subjects, in accordance with
predetermined interview protocol, data collection procedures and documentation standards
 Review and edit data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information; follow up with subjects to
resolve problems or clarify data collected, manage the day-to-day logistics required for fieldwork.

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Trainings and Internships

 Trainings on “Project Planning, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation” Management Institute
of Ethiopia
 Trainings on “The bright future course in demonstrating the vital key skills in many areas of
entrepreneurship” Haramaya University Ethiopia
 Internships on “Value chains for poverty reduction in the Agri-food sector” Haramaya University
Ethiopia
 Conference on “Food security and livelihood assessment: action against hunger”

REFERENCES

 Prof. Dr. Peter Van Bergeijk

Professor of International Economics and Macroeconomics, International Institute of Social Studies
(ISS), Erasmus University Rotterdam, Academic Staff Unit
E-mail: bergeijk@iss.nl Tel: +31-70-42-60-517

 Prof. Dr. A.S. Arjun Bedi

Professor of International Institute of Social Studies (ISS), Erasmus University Rotterdam,
Academic Staff Unit
E-mail: bedi@iss.nl Tel: +31-70-42-60-493

 Mr. Samson Wolkeba

Chief Executive Officer, Ethiopian Sugar Corporation
E-mail: Samson.w2014@gmail.com Tel: +251-011-515-10-88

 Mr. Natnael Alemu

Senior Planning and Project Expert, Ministry of Finance and Economic Development
E-Mail: jonathab.alu@gmail.com Tel +251-912-66-98-17
 D.r Fekade Zewde
General Manager of Chemical Industry Corporation Tel: - +251-911-66- 62 -45