Baharnesh Mesfin Teshome

About the Candidate

BAHARNESH MESFIN TESHOME,
LLM, CITP®|FIBP®
Ottawa, Ontario                                                                                                                       343-777-6791

Baharnesh.Mesfin@gmail.com

 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/baharnesh-mesfin-teshome-citp-fibp-52328795/
Professional Profile

Certified International Trade Professional with more than 5+ years’ experience supporting small and medium size businesses access and navigate new markets, through extensive research, outreach, analysis and advocacy. Achieved 91 % client satisfaction rate at the Global Affairs Canada mission in Ethiopia, and received official commendations from managers for outstanding customer service. I enjoy travelling and the opportunity to appreciate, learn and experience the different cultures and traditions. Fluent in English and Amharic, Beginner: French

 

Professional Experience

 

National Advisor of Investment and Technology Promotion in Ethiopia November 2019 – December 2021

UNITED NATIONS INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION, (UNIDO) Investment and Technology Promotion Office, Korea (UNIDO, ITPO Korea)

 

·         Organized trade promotion and capacity building webinars, and provided consultancy services for Korean and Ethiopian enterprises

·         Coordinated  regular meetings/forums with Investment Promotion Agencies and  partners to exchange updated investment, trade and technology related information, supporting trainings and learning activities as needed

·         Ensured the collection, analysis and reporting of project impact data and contributing the lessons learned and success stories;

·         Prepared project activity and outcome reports (including conducting surveys) respecting donor reporting format and timeline

·         Provided support for matchmaking meetings between Korean and Ethiopian enterprises and continuously followed-up the business performance throughout the project cycle – identification, appraisal and implementation

·         Put out 19 situation reports on COVID-19 response in Ethiopia focusing on economic policy and enabling environment which allowed stakeholders to make timely and informed decisions

·         Prepared sector market profiles on the pharmaceutical sector and Industrial Parks by consolidating primary and secondary data to support clients market entry strategies

 

Executive Director, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia March 2017 – November 2019

ALMETA IMPEX PLC

 

·           Led and coordinated the implementation of business strategies, objectives and plans of the company to deliver a comparative advantage in respect of profit maximization and company’s overall physical and financial growth,

·           Conducted assessments to identify potential foreign partnerships,

·           Pursued strategic alliance with global buyers, suppliers and technology partners

 

Trade Commissioner (Ethiopia and Djibouti), LE-09 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia March 2013 – November 2016

GOVERNMENT OF CANADA (Global Affairs Canada)

 

·         Developed and maintained current knowledge of the political and economic context of market place

·         Ensured the accuracy and timeliness of all information at the mission on assigned sector(s)/ region(s).

·         Provided market access solutions and strategic market intelligence to firms pursuing business, investment and innovation opportunities, navigate and tackle concrete problems in pursuit of opportunities

·         Manage budgets for assigned projects within the International Business Development (IBD) program, and the monitoring and reporting on achievement against plan

·         Plan and manage trade missions and related events as well as communication: correspondence, preparation of various reports, speeches and presentations.

·         Prepared multi-sector market profile reports published on the trade commissioner webpage to support client market entry strategies

 

Marketing and Business Development Manager, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: 2010 – 2013

2008–2013 ALMETA IMPEX PLC

 

Planned and implemented the activities of the service
Prepared in short term and long term plans of the company
Prepared in cooperation with other departments and services annual work programmes, capital and operational budgets
Undertook strategic planning studies to identify growth opportunities and future business activities
Monitored implementation of plans and provide feedback and recommend corrective actions
Import and Export Officer (Logistics) 2009 – 2010

·         Liaised and negotiated with suppliers for timely delivery of materials and save costs without comprising on quality

·         Prepare purchase orders and ensured proper records for all transactions,

·         Processed LC’S, CADs, and Insurance requirements, timely settlement of all National Bank requirements

 

Marketing Officer 2008 – 2009

Conducted market research to analyse product position and performance in comparison to competitors
Ensured data needs from different departments are translated into technical briefs and that the right data is delivered within agreed timeframe
Generate statistical tests and interpret results
Analysed performance of direct marketing schemes
Co-developed Market Communications (Including advertising and promotions)
Business Analyst Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 2005 –2006

CRANE PLC

 

·         Participated in feasibility studies for project proposals – how realistic the requirements are in terms of effort, time, and costs

Assembled, analysed and evaluated data to be able to make appropriate and well-reasoned recommendations and decisions to support the business stakeholders and/or the project team
Coordinated interdepartmental communication
Processed change requests within the company
Liaise between the company and various business units to gather requirements and resolve different issues
Acquired the sales manager position for a three month period dealing with the daily departmental activity while the manager was away
Education and Qualifications/Professional Development

·         Certified International Trade Professional (CITP®|FIBP®), Ottawa Canada 2016

·         International Trade Diploma Forum for International Trade Training (FITT), Ottawa Canada 2016

·         Marketing and Management of Exports to EU Development Training Certificate Rotterdam, Netherlands, 2010

·         Master’s Degree in International Trade Law (LLM with Merit), Newcastle University, United Kingdom

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Law with International History (LLB), Keele University, United Kingdom