I'm Papi Debebe Kidane, a strategic technology leader with over 12 years of experience driving project management, application management, digital transformation, and IT operations at a managerial level, including more than 6 years as an IT expert within the banking sector. I thrive on turning complex technology challenges into clear, value-driven solutions and fostering strong collaboration across teams and stakeholders. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, implementing governance frameworks, and aligning technology strategies with business objectives to deliver measurable value and a superior customer experience.

Papi Debebe Kidane

I'm Papi Debebe Kidane, a strategic technology leader with over 12 years of experience driving project management, application management, digital transformation, and IT operations at a managerial level, including more than 6 years as an IT expert within the banking sector. I thrive on turning complex technology challenges into clear, value-driven solutions and fostering strong collaboration across teams and stakeholders. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, implementing governance frameworks, and aligning technology strategies with business objectives to deliver measurable value and a superior customer experience.

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I’m Papi Debebe Kidane, a strategic technology leader with over 12 years of experience driving project management, application management, digital transformation, and IT operations at a managerial level, including more than 6 years as an IT expert within the banking sector. I thrive on turning complex technology challenges into clear, value-driven solutions and fostering strong collaboration across teams and stakeholders.

I excel at leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, implementing governance frameworks, and aligning technology strategies with business objectives to deliver measurable value and a superior customer experience.

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Language

Amharic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Director, Application Development & Systems at Amhara Bank
February 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee the lifecycle, strategy, and performance of the bank's enterprise applications; provide leadership across project management, application development, and systems administration; drive innovation, efficiency, and business value through technology.
Manager – Auxiliary & Online Systems at Bank of Abyssinia
August 1, 2020 - February 1, 2023
Led in-house development, ERP customization, and integration of third-party systems to improve operational efficiency and digital service delivery.
Manager – Core Systems & Applications at Bank of Abyssinia
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Led the core systems division, overseeing development, integration, and administration of core banking platforms; ensured reliability, regulatory compliance, and 24/7 service availability.
Manager Core Applications at Bank of Abyssinia
April 1, 2016 - July 1, 2020
Led the Core Application Division, overseeing the development, integration, and administration of the bank’s core banking platforms; ensured reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous service availability; supported digital transformation and process improvement.
Manager – Core Applications at Bank of Abyssinia
April 1, 2016 - July 1, 2020
Led the Core Application Division including development, integration, and administration of core banking platforms; ensured reliability, regulatory compliance, and service availability; coordinated with business units to drive digital transformation and process improvements; maintained data integrity and performance through backups and infrastructure optimization; contributed to strategic planning and governance.
Manager – System Administration and Support Systems at Bank of Abyssinia
November 1, 2012 - April 1, 2016
Led system administration, integrations, and application support; established governance, backup, and business continuity readiness.
Senior System Administrator at Bank of Abyssinia
August 1, 2011 - October 1, 2012
Led performance tuning, security updates, and infrastructure maintenance; provided advanced technical support and led system customization.
Database Administrator at Bank of Abyssinia
April 1, 2009 - August 1, 2011
Managed and optimized database systems for data integrity and performance; conducted tuning, backups, restorations, and security/patch management; ensured data security and integrity.
Database Administrator / System Administrator at Bank of Abyssinia
April 1, 2009 - August 1, 2011
Managed database systems, tuning, backups, and integration with enterprise applications.
System Administrator at Bank of Abyssinia
April 1, 2009 - August 1, 2011
Administered core IT systems and infrastructure; delivered end-user and operational support across banking platforms.
System / Database Administrator at Bank of Abyssinia
December 1, 2007 - March 1, 2009
Provided combined system and database administration support for enterprise applications; performed performance tuning, backups/recovery, module customization, and end-user training; maintained documentation and supported web applications.
Supervisor – Urael Branch at Bank of Abyssinia
July 1, 2005 - December 1, 2007
Supervised branch operations, ensuring compliance, service quality, and operational efficiency.

Education

Master of Business Administration at International Leadership Institute
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2020
B.Sc. in Computer Science at HiLCoE School of Computer Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2006
Advanced Diploma in Computer Science at HiLCoE School of Computer Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2004
Master’s Degree in Business Administration at International Leadership Institute
February 1, 2020 - February 4, 2026
B.Sc. in Computer Science at HiLCoE School of Computer Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2006
Advanced Diploma in Computer Science at HiLCoE School of Computer Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2004
Master’s Degree in Business Administration at International Leadership Institute
February 1, 2020 - February 4, 2026
B.Sc. in Computer Science at HiLCoE School of Computer Science and Technology
October 1, 2006 - February 4, 2026
Advanced Diploma in Computer Science at HiLCoE School of Computer Science and Technology
October 1, 2004 - February 4, 2026

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
COBIT 5 Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Cisco CCNA
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
ITIL Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Oracle DB Administration
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
IT Audit
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
TOGAF
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
PMP (Project Management Professional)
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
COBIT 5 Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
CISCO CCNA
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
ITIL Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
TOGAF
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Oracle DB Administration
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
IT Audit
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
PMP (Project Management Professional)
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
COBIT 5 Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
CISCO CCNA
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
ITIL Foundation
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
TOGAF
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Oracle DB Administration
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
IT Audit
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education