Afework Yohannes is an accomplished business management professional with over 26 years of experience in consulting, project management, and development. He has built a successful career through his expertise in business consulting, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and project management within both public and private sectors. Afework is particularly skilled in strategic planning, project implementation, and organizational development.
Afework has demonstrated leadership in his consultancy role and has contributed to various development programs, including those aimed at industry reintegration, SME growth, and textile project management. His extensive background allows him to provide valuable insights to organizations in diverse sectors, with a strong focus on sustainable development and capacity building
Education
MBA
UK
BA in Management
Asmara, Eritrea
Professional Experience
Principal Consultant
BCaD Consulting Management PLC | 1998 – Present
Afework founded and led his own business management consulting firm, providing consultancy services to various organizations, with a focus on strategic development, business optimization, and organizational growth.
Project Officer
GTZ – Reintegration Program | 3 years
Afework worked on the GTZ Reintegration Program, assisting in the reintegration of various sectors and promoting sustainable practices for development.
Senior Expert, SME Development
SNNP Regional Industry Bureau | 2 years
Afework worked as a Senior Expert in SME development, contributing to the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises in the region.
Project Manager, Textile Project
Ministry of Industry | 3 years
Afework served as the Project Manager for a textile project, overseeing all aspects of project development, from planning to execution, to improve the textile industry.
Provincial Office Representative
HASIDA | 4 years
Afework represented the Provincial Office, managing community and industrial development projects at the provincial level.
Key Areas of Expertise
🍃 Business Consulting:
Expertise in offering strategic management advice, process improvement, and organizational development through consulting.
🍃 SME Development:
Specialized in supporting the growth and development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly in industrial sectors.
🍃 Project Management:
Skilled in managing large-scale projects, from conception to implementation, ensuring that objectives are met effectively.
🍃 Development Programs:
Experience in coordinating and managing projects that focus on reintegration, community development, and industrial projects.