To Jimma University Date 27/11/2007

Subject: Application to the opened vacancy ( Lecturer in Agronomy)

Dear Sir/ Madam,In reply to your recent vacancy announcement for the post of Lecturer in Agronomy late in this month, I am writing this letter of application to compete for this vacant position. The details of my qualification and experience are contained in the attached curriculum vitae reference.

I graduated from Haramaya university with M.Sc. in Agronomy in October 2015 G.C , Agricultural Economics and Rural Development in June 2011 G.C., and graduated with B.Sc Degree in the year 2000 in plant Science. I do have 14 years working experience under ministry of Agriculture and Rural development. Out of which, 2 years working experience in East Gojam zone Agricultural and Rural development office as crop production and protection expert, and 12 years working experience at Kombolcha Agricultural Technical and Vocational Education Training College as Instructor and additionally on different positions (plant science department head for two years and research and extension section coordinator for other two years). Besides to this I have been working as focal person on Integrated Seed Sector Development program (ISSD-Ethiopia) on behalf of Kombolcha ATVET College which is coordinated by Haramaya university (East Oromia-ISSD program) since November 14, 2012.

I have strong interest and passion in teaching, field work and in research. I believe I have both the capacity and ethical quality to serve your organization to the best of its interest and to score an excellent result on this position. Hence, my work experience and professions are relevant for the expertise of the announced profession in your organization. I do hope you shall contact me for confirming my materials were received and to see about any additional information needed. You can reach me via my phone: 0936135037 or my Email: lakget@gmail.com. I look forward to an opportunity to work with you.

Sincerely, Lakew Getaneh

Curriculum Vitae

Lakew Getaneh Harar Ethiopia Mobile: 0936135037 E-mail: lakget@gmail.comSummary

I graduated from Haramaya university with M.Sc. in Agronomy in October 2015 G.C, Agricultural Economics and Rural Development in June 2011 G.C., and graduated with B.Sc Degree in Plant Science in the year 2000. I do have 14 years working experience under ministry of Agriculture and Rural development. Out of which, 2 years working experience in East Gojam zone Agricultural and Rural development office as crop production and protection expert, and 12 years working experience at Kombolcha Agricultural Technical and Vocational Education Training College as Instructor and additionally on different positions (plant science department head for two years and research and extension section coordinator for other two years). Besides to this I have been working as a focal person on Integrated Seed Sector Development program (ISSD-Ethiopia) on behalf of Kombolcha ATVET College which is coordinated by Haramaya university (East Oromia-ISSD program) since November 14, 2012.

Personal Information

Place of birth: Debre Sina Date of Birth : 1982 Nationality: Ethiopian Sex: MaleMarital status: Single Health: Excellent

Language Proficiency

Amharic and English (Excellent), Afaan Oromo (some what good) in speaking, writing, listing, and understanding

Education

M.Sc. in Agronomy from Haramaya University in 2015 G.C. M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development from Haramaya University in 2011 G.C B.SC. Degree in Plant Science from Haramaya University in 2000 G.C. Completed Ethiopian School Leaving Certificate (ESLCE) in Natural Science at Wageltena Senior Secondary School in 1997 G.C..

Work experienceEmployer: Ministry of Agriculture /Oromia TVET Commission/Period: August 2002-Present Place of work: Kombolcha ATVET CollegePosition: Senior InstructorMajor Responsibilities Preparing curriculum, Modules, Teaching and Learning materials, Providing training for Level II and Level IV trainee on crop production competencies Providing short term training for micro enterprises, cooperatives and, other youngsters who can create their own jobs Conducting different experiments and variety adaptation trials Working with micro enterprises and cooperatives available in the local community with different stalk holdersOther positions at KATVET CollegePeriod: November 14, 2012-presentPosition: Focal person to Integrated Seed Sector Development (ISSD -East Oromia or Haramaya University) program at Kombolcha ATVET CollegeMajor Responsibilities Organizes/promote and strengthen selected Seed Producers Cooperatives (SPC). where scaling-up activities were practiced during the project period. Conduct periodic field visits to selected Seed Producers Cooperatives (SPC). Facilitates the linkage with other partners for technology transfer. Participate on regular discussion and meetings/workshops with partners to monitor and evaluate the progress of the project. Provide capacity building training, coaching, follow up and advices to SPCs farmers. Facilitate in supporting the SPCs for access of basic seed/fertilizers, fulfilling necessary facilities like office equipments, store, and different farm tools. Facilitate linkage between Local Seed Business LSB groups and other stakeholders for access to services, inputs and seed marketing

Period January 2008-Augest 20011Position: Research and Extension section Head Major Duties and Responsibilities Identify research priorities within the college which might helps in promoting the development of the region Submit research proposals of participants to national and international organizations to get financial resources Publish and distribute academic journals and newsletters Prepare quarterly and semester reports in relation to research undertakings: budgetary allocations and utilization of funds Establish relationship with local communities for setting research/ project and for extension activities aiming at integrated rural development endeavors in the surrounding community

Period February 2005-January 2008Position: Plant Science Department Head Major Duties and Responsibilities Prepare, compile and approve annual plans for the department Responsible for all matters concerning plant science department pursuant to the college policies, rules and regulations Chair department academic council meeting Coordinating and facilitating all teaching and learning process at departmental level Participating on the meetings of Academic commission

Work experience

Period: Augest 2000 - July 2002 as an expert of Employer: East Gojam Zone Agricultural and Rural Development officePlace of work: East Gojam Zone Goncha Siso Enese DistrictPosition: Crop Production and Protection ExpertMajor Responsibilities: Identify and prioritize crop production problems in the area, provide annual plans based on data gathered and analyzed Provide technical/expertise support and advise to the farmers on crop production and crop protection Undertaking demonstrations and field trials based on the observed production problems and pests

On job Training

Major on job trainings I have attended Gender mainstream training at Kombolcha ATVET College Attending the value chain work shop at Holeta ATVET College Training methodology(Apply educational psychology, Apply communication and work ethics, plan training session, deliver outcome based training) at Bako TVET College) Training on HIV/AIDS prevention and gender at Harar Training on kaizen, cooperative and microenterprise management COC Assessors training at Harar GIS application training from Haramaya University Training on Integrated Seed Sector Development program implementation at Haramaya University. Outcome based training teaching and learning process Project based training teaching and learning process Attended the new Curriculum Design workshop that prepared by the federal Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Education

Certificates and Awards I received

Certificates and Awards I receivedAwards I received a certificate of achievement and medal award from Science and Technology Minster both at zonal and regional level of Oromia Regional state in 2009. I awarded a medal and certificate of achievement from Kombolcha ATVET college due to my outstanding accomplishment and contribution on teaching and research activities in 2006. My Department, plant science department, won the college better performance cup among the department of the college under my management in 2007. Certificate of achievement from the college for better achievements on research activities and technology transfer.

Certificate of training Training methodology(Apply educational psychology, Apply communication and work ethics, plan training session, deliver outcome based training) Certificate for COC Assessors Certificate of GIS application Certificate on project based training Certificate on computer training (word, excel, power point, access)

Competence

Competence Self motivated and determined, hardworking and self-confident Excellent experience in building partnership High degree of initiative, honest, integrity and accountability Genuine intellectual curiosity and desire to innovate and bring large-scale change Excellent computer skill (word, excel, power point, access) Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data gathering skills Prepare performance and financial report using standard tools Identify and structure problems, develop and apply appropriate analytical frameworks and approaches, Collect data and complete high-impact analysis for robust recommendations Identify key required resources, including budgetary, human resources, etc. to ensure execution

References

References1. Professor Ngusie Dechasa: Vice- president for Research Affairs of Haramaya University. 2. Dr. Ketema Belete (PhD): Associate Professor of Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding in Haramaya University (my research major advisor) Telephone: 251911745226 3. Dr. Tamado Tana (PhD) Associate Professor of Agronomy in Haramaya University (My research co-advisor) Telephone 09157464114. Dr. DS Rajan (PhD): Associate Professor of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development (my research major advisor): Telephone 251910981991)5.Dr. Jema Haji (PhD): Associate Professor (my research co-advisor)6 Dr. Abiyot Dadafo : Previous Academic Vice dean of Kombolcha ATVET College: Telephone: 09111989717. Mr. Mamushet Tulu: Previous Academic Vice-dean of Kombolcha ATVET College8. Mr. Abdurahman: Previous Dean of Kombolcha ATVET College

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