Amanuel Bahre Mengesha

Sustainable Cities and Development Policy | Urban Mobility and Green Growth

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Amanuel Bahre Mengesha

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Urban & Environmental Planner with 5+ years of experience spanning international development, public sector project implementation, and applied research in sustainable transport, climate-resilient urban development, and PPP project coordination. Proven expertise on project preparation, policy development, and investment-ready documentation. Skilled in GIS, urban analytics, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge management, thereby driving inclusive and climate-sensitive development aligned with AfDB's High-5 priorities and Agenda 2063.

Core Competencies

Technical Skills

Project Management 95%
GIS (ArcGIS) 90%
Urban Analytics 88%
AutoCAD 85%
Data Analysis 87%
Adobe Creative Suite 80%

Professional Skills

Stakeholder Engagement 92%
Public-Private Partnerships 88%
Climate Resilience Planning 90%
Sustainable Urban Development 94%
Transport Planning 89%
Research & Policy Development 86%

Languages

Amharic 100%
English 95%
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Professional Experience

Aug 2025 - Present

Project Consultant

Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Assist in the development and implementation of the investment-ready electric Bus Rapid Transit (eBRT) project in Addis Ababa.

Feb 2025 - Aug 2025

Project Support

Global Green Growth Institute | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

- Supported coordination between Ministry ofTransport and Logistics, development partners, and technical experts for electric BRT planning and implementation. - Prepared progress briefs, technical notes, and communication outputs for internal and external stakeholders. - Developed research and knowledge products advancing urban mobility.

Oct 2024 - Feb 2025

Design Project Manager

Ethiopian Engineering Corporation (EEC) | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Led coordination for large-scale urban development projects including smart city masterplanning.

Feb 2024 - Sep 2024

Urban Planner

Ethiopian Engineering Corporation (EEC) | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Urban planner specializing in sustainable mobility, climate-resilient design, and data-driven spatial planning. Supports corridor development, waterfront revitalization, and smart-city initiatives through integrated land-use and infrastructure planning.

Jan 2020 - Jan 2024

Researcher | Lecturer | Educator | Mentor

Kotebe University of Education (KUE) | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Lecturing, research, and community service participation

Oct 2022 - Sep 2023

Research Assistant

Addis Ababa University (EiABC) / Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Conducted applied research on urban ecosystem services and climate resilience planning.

Jan 2021 - Jun 2021

Urban Planner

Prime Consultants PLC | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Contributed to urban redevelopment initiatives and corridor planning projects.

Featured Projects

Addis Ababa e-BRT Investment-ready Project

Addis Ababa e-BRT Investment-ready Project

Global Green Growth Institute | 2023

Addis Ababa faced significant urban mobility challenges with inefficient public transport systems, traffic congestion, and environmental pollution....

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Chaka Smart City Masterplan

Chaka Smart City Masterplan

Ethiopian Engineering Corporation | 2022

Ethiopia needed a model for future urban development incorporating smart technologies, sustainable practices, and climate resilience....

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Hawassa Waterfront Development Plan

Hawassa Waterfront Development Plan

Ethiopian Engineering Corporation | 2021

Hawassa's lakefront area faced challenges of unplanned development, environmental degradation, and limited public access to the waterfront....

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Credentials

Education

Specializing Masters in Sustainable Management of Resources
Politechnico DiMilano, IHEA, Italy (Online)
Nov 2025 - Present

Advanced studies in sustainable resource management and circular economy principles.

M.Sc. Degree in Environmental Planning and Landscape Design
Addis Ababa University, EiABC
Oct 2021 - Sep 2023 | GPA: 3.89

Focused on sustainable urban development, landscape ecology, and environmental planning methodologies.

B.A Degree in Management
BahirDar University (Distance Education)
Mar 2017 - Sep 2021

Complementary studies in business management and organizational leadership.

B.Sc. Degree in Urban and Regional Planning
Addis Ababa University, EiABC
Sep 2014 - Jul 2019 | GPA: 3.58

Comprehensive education in urban planning, spatial analysis, and sustainable development principles.

Certifications & Training

Master Class for Teaching Online (Open edX)
Arizona State University (Online)
Apr 2025 - No expiry
WBC Youth Delegate
World Bank Group Youth Summit
May 2023 - No expiry
MOOC, Access to Global Online Research in Agriculture and Environment
Research4Life, and ITOCA
Apr 2023 - No expiry
Nature Based Infrastructure for Climate Adaptation and Sustainable Development
Global Resource Institute
Sep 2022 - No expiry
Autumn School of Planning and Design for the Just Transition
Delft University of Technology
Nov 2021 - No expiry

Testimonials

Amanuel demonstrated exceptional expertise in sustainable urban planning during our collaboration on the Addis Ababa e-BRT project. His technical knowledge and stakeholder management skills were instrumental in delivering investment-ready documentation.

Gashaw Tenna
Senior Officer, eBRT Project Manager, Global Green Growth Institute

As a project manager, Amanuel showed remarkable leadership in coordinating the Chaka Smart City masterplan. His ability to bridge technical planning with practical implementation makes him a valuable asset to any urban development initiative.

Yihenew Hailu
Urban Planning and Design Process Executive Officer, Ethiopian Engineering Corporation

Amanuel's research capabilities, and proactiveness provided critical insights for our class in relation to climate resilience planning. His methodological approach and analytical skills are commendable and contributed significantly to our understanding of urban green infrastructure.

Assistant Prof. Mulugeta Maru
Research Lead, Senior Lecturer, Addis Ababa University (EiABC)

During his time as lecturer at our university, Amanuel inspired students with his practical knowledge and dedication to sustainable urban development. He effectively bridges academic theory with real-world application.

Eshete Sitotaw (PhD Candidate)
Senior Lecturer, Kotebe University of Education

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I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, partnerships, or just having a conversation about sustainable urban development, transport planning, and green growth initiatives.

+251 952 222 626
amanbahrecoc@gmail.com
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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