Meet Yohannes Desalegn (PhD Candidate) Directorate Director | Research & Development Leader | University Lecturer | Curriculum Developer With over 14 years of experience in academia, research, and institutional leadership, Yohannes Desalegn brings a rare blend of scholarly depth and practical insight to the higher education sector. He holds a **Bachelor’s degree in Economics (CGPA 3.31)**, and has earned **two postgraduate degrees**—an **MBA** and a **Master’s in Public Finance Management (MA)—both with a CGPA of 3.80 and a thesis rated Very Good. Currently, he is pursuing his PhD at Addis Ababa University , further deepening his expertise in economic and public sector development. Yohannes currently serves as the Directorate Director of Research and Development and UNDP Project Facilitator at the Chemical and Construction Inputs Industry Development Institute (CCI). His leadership in this role reflects a strategic vision for innovation, sustainability, and stakeholder collaboration. Previously, Yohannes was a distinguished lecturer at Micro Business College, where he taught a wide range of subjects including: - Accounting & Finance Principles - Operational Research - Economics & Econometrics - Entrepreneurship & Leadership - Auditing & Strategic Management - Research Methods & Project Management His reputation as a dynamic educator is matched by his contributions to curriculum development, academic writing, and thesis supervision. Yohannes has authored course materials, reviewed scholarly work, and mentored students with a passion that inspires lifelong learning. In addition to his academic and institutional roles, Yohannes leads freelance training programs at Techno Brain, focusing on Integrated Financial Management Information Systems (IFMIS)—a testament to his versatility and commitment to digital transformation in governance. Currently I'm working Managing Director for TS Environmental Technology too. What sets Yohannes apart is not only his professional and academic excellence, but also his personal ethos: ✅ Self-motivated and punctual ✅ A role model who inspires students to love knowledge ✅ Resilient under pressure and adaptable in dynamic environments ✅ Skilled in managing overlapping lectures and complex schedules with clarity and precision