Tefera Shibeshi

Thesis title: Improving streamflow prediction for hydrological drought forecasting through a machine learning approach: a case study of Rhine River, the Netherlands.

• The results of this research provide valuable insights into streamflow prediction and its application in hydrological drought forecasting for the Rhine River.
• The comprehensive approach, including the identification of predictor variables, the development of LSTM models, and the use of Taylor diagrams for visualization, contributes to the advancement of hydrological modeling and forecasting.
• This thesis is well-suited for submission to a scientific journal to disseminate the findings and contribute to the field of hydrology and water resources.

• Data collection and analysis from different sources for various model inputs,i.e., meteorological data, Hydrological data, Reservoir data,soil-land use, etc
• Upper Awash Basin Flood Forecasting Modeling Using HECHMS, HECRAS ,and HBV_EC
• Awash Basin Water Allocation Modeling Using WEAP
• Preparation of Rating Curve input data with consultants for 11 Hydropower Dams in Ethiopia
• Giving Training for the Ministry Experts

• Lesson planning, Lecturing, and student assessment
• Curriculum development and capacity-building water experts
• Actively engaged in various community service projects and extracurricular activities
• Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based on and amplify their knowledge, skills, and strengths.

• Construction supervision of five river training projects.
• Creating designs for various river training structures like shear walls, pedestrian bridges, retaining walls, gabion structures, and soakaway pits.
• Preparing regular financial and technical progress reports throughout project lifecycles.
• Assessing bids, contract administration, and ensuring quality control as a quality engineer

• Trained numerous water professionals in software tools (Ms Project, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, HEC-RAS, HECHMS,ArcGIS) for design, construction, operation, and management.
• Developed departmental work plans.
• Conducted technology needs assessments for the entire water sector in the country.
• Provided technical support to Federal TVETS for water-related training in regional and federal offices.

• Construction supervision, design review, take-off sheet preparation and payment approval, progress report preparation, sewer projects
• Contract Administrator, design review of hundreds of recreational centers for the public in Addis Ababa City
• Quality of construction material approval as per the specification and standards of the bid document
• Preparation of technical and financial progress reports monthly regularly and as per request of the head office

• Follow up on the construction of the coffer dam and grouting section, acting as material Engineer to approve the test of the fill material and compaction
• Preparation of daily report on the work progress
• Preparation of takeoff sheet