Our People

Meet Our Board Of Member

Professor Alemayehu Mengesha Cherkos

Vice Board Chairman

Lecturer and Researcher, Space Science Institute | Addis Ababa University

Vice Board Chairman

Professor Alemayehu Mengesha Cherkos is an accomplished academic and researcher whose expertise in science, innovation and strategic planning strengthens alignAfrica's institutional vision. As Vice Board Chairman, he supports organisational governance, strategic partnerships and innovation while promoting continuous learning and institutional excellence. His experience contributes to alignAfrica's ability to develop forward-looking solutions that respond to emerging development challenges.

Dr. Anteneh Tesfaye Tefera

Board Member

Researcher and Lecturer, Biotechnology Institute | Addis Ababa University

Board Member

Dr. Anteneh Tesfaye Tefera is an experienced researcher and academic specialising in biotechnology and applied scientific research. He provides technical and strategic guidance that strengthens alignAfrica's work in health, nutrition, research and innovation. His expertise helps ensure that alignAfrica's programmes are grounded in evidence, informed by research and aligned with international standards and best practices.

Roza Mohammed

Board Member

Lecturer and Researcher, Space Science Institute | Addis Ababa University

Board Member

Roza Mohammed is an accomplished private sector professional with a strong commitment to social impact, organisational growth and inclusive development. She contributes strategic perspectives on institutional sustainability, innovation, partnership development and organisational performance. Her leadership strengthens alignAfrica's engagement with the private sector while advancing women's leadership, entrepreneurship and inclusive economic development.

Getahun Shimels Hunde

Board Member

Deputy Country Program Manager | Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Sudan

Board Member

Getahun Shimels Hunde is a seasoned international development and humanitarian professional with extensive experience leading complex donor-funded programmes across Africa. His expertise spans humanitarian response, institutional capacity strengthening, programme quality, localisation, donor compliance and strategic programme management. His practical experience managing multi-stakeholder partnerships and large-scale development programmes strengthens alignAfrica's capacity to deliver high-quality, accountable and sustainable interventions.