Frezer Alayew Mohammed

Mr. Mohammed has fourteen years of experience in the financial sector, particularly in the areas of banking and microfinance. Since 2010, he has served as a Director of the Microfinance Supervision Directorate at the National Bank of Ethiopia. In that role, he develops regulatory frameworks, supervises financial institutions, and leads initiatives related to financial inclusion and financial sector development. Throughout his career, he has actively promoted nationwide dialogue and action in support of financial inclusion and financial sector development.

Mr. Mohammed holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and a master’s degree in business administration from Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia. He has joined international workshops and training programs related to financial inclusion and financial sector development in many countries.

During his Fellowship year, Mr. Mohammed intends to develop his financial sector expertise and deepen his understanding of the American financial system. Upon his return to Ethiopia, he will continue his efforts to promote economic growth across East Africa through financial inclusion and financial sector development initiatives.