AI and Deep Learning specialist currently completing an MSc in AI and Data Analytics at the University of Leeds, UK. Focused on developing and deploying deep learning solutions to address real-world challenges, particularly in healthcare. Combines over a decade of experience in digital health and open-source development with technical expertise in Python, PyTorch, and data-driven innovation. Passionate about creating scalable, impactful technologies that improve outcomes and advance equitable access in healthcare and beyond.

Technical Python, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, XAI, SQL, Django, Agile Frameworks. Domain Healthcare Technology, Digital Health, Medical AI, Open Source Development. Soft Skills Cross-functional Collaboration, User-Centered Design, Technical Project Management, Spanish (Level B1).
2017-2025
Technical Advisor/Consultant
Self-employed, Finland

  • Product owner for the open source OppiaMobile learning platform
  • Supporting implementation of nationally-scaled mobile applications for health workers in Ethiopia, Uganda and Liberia for their Covid-19 response
  • Providing support and advice for user field testing, analytics and to monitoring and evaluation teams
  • User Centered Design workshops for WHO for developing a Global Dementia Observatory platform

2014-2019
Knowledge Management Advisor
Consultancy role with mPowering Frontline Health Workers, USA

  • Leading development of the ORB platform - for sharing openly licensed health worker training content
  • Strategic support to mPowering's partner organisations
  • Supporting ORB users and organisations in how they can submit and use the content on ORB to deliver effective training programs for frontline health workers

2011-2016
Co-founder and Director
Digital Campus, UK

A not-for-profit company promoting research, innovation and development of learning through technology, focusing on primary healthcare.

  • Successfully obtaining UK AID Direct funding for 3-year project in Ethiopia to train rural health workers using mobile technologies
  • Technical development of OppiaMobile learning platform
  • Responsible for company and project budgeting and finances
  • Liaison and collaboration with NGOs and commercial organizations for partnership and project development

2010-2012
IT and eLearning Project Manager
Universidad de Alcalá, Spain

Advising on and managing the implementation and development of new technologies for rural health workers - part of a joint PhD programme between Alcalá, Mekelle and Maastricht Universities

2025 - present
University of Leeds, UK
  • Selected modules: Machine Learning, Deep Learning,  Data Mining & Text Analytics, Cloud Computing, Algorithms

1996 – 1997
Postgraduate Diploma - Software Development
Leeds Metropolitan University, UK
1991 – 1994
BSc Hons Degree - Mathematics
University of Leeds, UK
7-8 Feb 2026

Mentored student teams and supported 150+ participants during the University of Leeds Computing Society annual hackathon.

2023-2024
Volunteer Manager — Kollektiivi Co‑working Space

Managed day‑to‑day operations of a co‑working and studio space for a community of 15 artists and makers in Joensuu, Finland.

2008-2010
Volunteer Advisor — Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), Ethiopia

Two‑year placement supporting the implementation of e‑learning systems and IT capacity building at Mekelle University in Ethiopia.

2017
Medhanyie AA, Spigt M, Yebyo H, Little A, Tadesse K, Dinant GJ, Blanco R

International Journal of Medical Informatics (Shannon, Ireland), 101, 9–14. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28347452/ 

2015
mPowering Frontline Health Workers, sponsored by Qualcomm

This report shares an initial blueprint to create a scalable, locally sustainable, end-to-end content distribution process that uses mobile technology to provide frontline health workers access to relevant health content.