Eng. Amare Yihunie Bilew

Professional Summary

Eng. Amare Yihunie Bilew is a hydraulic engineer and WASH project management professional based in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. He holds an MSc in Hydraulic Engineering and a BSc in Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering from Bahir Dar University. His CV describes more than seven years of humanitarian and development WASH experience, with professional assignments documented from 2015 onward. He currently serves as Construction Supervisor with The Carter Center Ethiopia (since February 2026), providing infrastructure design and construction oversight, quality assurance, cost estimates, work planning, contractor supervision and technical coordination across East Amhara project areas. Previously he managed an integrated WASH, livelihoods and inclusive services programme for ORDA Ethiopia (2024–2026), served as Water Supply Engineer and WASH Officer with Plan International Ethiopia (2022–2024), and supervised several rural and urban WASH construction and rehabilitation programmes. His work includes emergency response for displaced and host communities, community engagement, procurement, contract administration, capacity building and donor reporting.

Key Expertise

Major Projects and Contributions

• Construction Supervisor — The Carter Center Ethiopia (2026–present)
  Since February 2026, provides technical guidance and construction supervision for East Amhara sub-office projects, including Waghimera, Oromia Special Zone, North Wollo and South Wollo. Prepares or reviews drawings, bills of quantities and specifications; supports procurement and contract administration; monitors budgets and schedules; supervises contractors, construction quality, safety and handover.
• Integrated WASH and Livelihoods Project Manager — ORDA Ethiopia (2024–2026)
  Managed a CBM/BMZ-funded integrated WASH, livelihoods, inclusive education and organizations-of-persons-with-disabilities programme in North Gondar Zone from September 2024 to February 9, 2026. Led a multidisciplinary team of more than 15 staff, coordinated government and partner activities, oversaw construction and rehabilitation procurement, supported inclusion and safeguarding, and delivered narrative and financial reporting.
• Emergency WASH and Water Supply — Plan International Ethiopia (2022–2024)
  As Water Supply Engineer and WASH Officer for an EHF Emergency Project from October 2022 to March 2024, coordinated water, sanitation and hygiene activities for internally displaced people and host communities, supervised construction, contributed site assessments, designs, BoQs and cost estimates, supported water-quality testing and training, and collaborated with public agencies, UN bodies and NGOs.
• Rural and Urban WASH Construction — ORDA Ethiopia ICD Project (2022)
  As WASH Construction Supervisor/Expert in the ORDA Ethiopia ICD Project Office (April–September 2022), managed rural and urban water-supply construction, supported resource assessment and stakeholder engagement, prepared technical designs, monitored material supply, and assisted bidding and contract administration.
• Water Supply and Sanitation — NGO WASH NTD Project, East Belessa (2018–2022)
  As WASH Construction Supervisor/Expert from March 2018 to April 2022, contributed to clean-water access and sanitation programmes, supervised construction and maintenance of water systems, conducted training on sustainable WASH practices, and monitored implementation progress.
• WASH Infrastructure — CBM Germany Project Office, Sekota Waghimera (2017–2018)
  As WASH Construction Supervisor/Expert from February 2017 to March 2018, prepared working drawings, bills of quantities and specifications; administered contracts; supervised construction and quality control; monitored schedules and risks; and engaged communities and other stakeholders.
• Water Supply Infrastructure — DERA WASH Project, Dera Woreda (2015–2018)
  As WASH Construction Supervisor/Expert from August 2015 to January 2018, prepared drawings, bills of quantities and specifications; managed contracts and construction supervision; ensured material supply and quality control; and developed standardized infrastructure designs.