Semere Solomon

Semere Solomon brings forth a wealth of over three decades of progressively advancing senior-level experience in the domain of national and international development. This expertise has been honed through the orchestration of multifaceted initiatives on behalf of respected entities such as the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the United Nations (UN), and during an esteemed tenure as a senior civil servant within the Government of Eritrea.

Semere Solomon's journey toward a career in international development and humanitarian assistance was more of an intricate path than a linear trajectory. As a young man, he took up arms to fight in Eritrea’s war of independence, later assuming a significant role in the Education Ministry within the nascent government. Departing from his homeland, he pursued further advanced degrees and embarked on a career in global development, amassing over twenty-five years of rich experience. His professional footprint spans across diverse regions including Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Central Asia.