Mulugeta T.
Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
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Mulugeta T. is an accomplished professional specializing in humanitarian and development programs, currently pursuing a PhD in Development Studies at Addis Ababa University. With a robust 14-year career marked by multi-sectoral leadership, he has provided significant contributions as a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) expert across Ethiopia. His academic credentials include an MBA in Project Management and Leadership, an MSc in Agricultural Economics, and an MA in Rural Livelihood & Development, underscoring his profound technical expertise. Mulugeta's experience encompasses strategic oversight in managing Joint Emergency Operation Programs (JEOP) and emergency projects, ensuring adherence to donor specifications while driving community acceptance. His consultancy roles have spanned sectors like renewable energy with Power Africa projects, underscoring expertise in data management and strategic growth for local SMEs. At Ambo University, he has contributed as a lecturer, imparting knowledge in development and agricultural economics. His strategic studies have also assessed rural poverty and women's empowerment in Ethiopia, guiding actionable policy recommendations for sustainable rural development.
Experience
Consultant: Strategic & Operational Management
Green Scene Energy PLC · 2025 — 2025Provided strategic leadership and systems change guidance for Power Africa projects focused on off-grid solar energy solutions. Coordinated multi-stakeholder meetings and established relationships with clients, community leaders, and partners to ensure project alignment. Offered mentorship to SMEs in developing sustainable business models and created successful proposals to secure funding for community-driven development initiatives. Designed marketing and operational strategies to enhance market penetration and implemented comprehensive monitoring and evaluation frameworks.Consultant Advisory Experience
Various consulting firms and Organizations · 2010 — 2025Delivered consultancy services to organizations including UNICEF and World Vision. Designed data collection tools and conducted evaluations and surveys while providing training on monitoring and evaluation. Coordinated multi-region teams to deliver effective solutions for various challenges and produced actionable insights from qualitative and quantitative data analyses.Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer and Researcher
Purpose Black Ethiopia · 2024 — 2024Oversaw the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for over 20 agribusiness projects, ensuring high data quality through diligent supervision of data collection and analysis. Facilitated evidence and learning events, documenting best practices and lessons learned. Standardized MEAL tools and led capacity-building activities for technical staff on MEAL priorities and quality standards. Managed large-scale data collection activities, including project evaluations and adherence to monitoring and reporting systems.Academic and Lecturer
Ambo University · 2018 — 2023Delivered undergraduate and postgraduate courses in development-related subjects, supervised over 30 undergraduate research projects, and actively participated in curriculum development. Provided mentorship to students and organized workshops on research methodologies. Conducted research and published papers in socio-economic development and gender empowerment topics while coordinating academic committees for curriculum review.Project Officer for Solar Energy off-grid project and Consultant
BCaD Consulting Management PLC · 2017 — 2018Led monitoring and evaluation of Power Africa projects, ensuring objectives were met on time. Developed technical and financial proposals to secure funding from international donors and conducted feasibility studies for community-driven development projects. Coordinated multi-stakeholder meetings and oversaw administrative functions to support day-to-day operations, including marketing strategies in the renewable energy sector.Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Officer
Rural Organization for Betterment of Agro-Pastoralists (ROBA) · 2015 — 2017Designed comprehensive monitoring and evaluation systems for both emergency and long-term projects. Engaged in community needs assessments to develop tailored interventions and prepared funding proposals for renewable energy and drought response projects. Trained project staff on data collection and evaluation techniques while facilitating stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with policies.Coordination and Leadership Role
EEvA Secretariat · 2012 — 2013Coordinated daily activities for the association and organized general assemblies. Documented meeting minutes for the Executive Committee, led material procurement for meetings, and supported the implementation of strategic plans. Fostered a positive organizational culture aligned with the association's vision.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- PhD Candidate in Development Studies (Specialization: Rural Development)Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia · 2023 — Present
- MSc in Agricultural EconomicsAmbo University, Ethiopia · 2019 — 2021
- MBA in Project Management and LeadershipAshland University, USA (in collaboration with Lead-Star University College, Ethiopia) · 2014 — 2016
- MA in Development StudiesAmbo University, Ethiopia · 2013 — 2015
- BA in Rural DevelopmentAmbo University, Ethiopia · 2007 — 2009
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