Pinasol Foundation Experts
Pinasol brings together distinguished professionals across multiple disciplines — education, finance, energy, public health, and governance, to drive sustainable impact through expertise, innovation, and service.
Solomon Okyere Asiamah
Founder and Executive Director
Solomon Asiamah is a seasoned TVET expert, renewable energy educator...
Enock Atiewin Alale
Programmes Manager and Head of MEAL
Mr. Alale is an UN‐Certified Evaluator and graduate member of the Ghana Institute of Planners...
Seth Oku Asamoah
TVET EXPERT
Seth Oku Asamoah is a globally recognized TVET expert with over 15 years of driving education and skills reform across Africa, Asia...
Mr Botchway
TVET Expert
Mr Botchway is experienced in Management of Information Systems and Administrative professional...
Owusu Agyabeng
Board Member
Owusu Agyabeng is a Chartered Accountant, academic, and development advocate whose leadership...
Ebenezer Annor
TVET and Programme Team Lead
Ebenezer Annor is a seasoned TVET instructor and renewable energy specialist with over 17 years of...
Abdul-Rahman Rashidatu
Board Member
Abdul-Rahman Rashidatu is a dynamic healthcare leader and public health advocate with over 16 years of
Solomon Asiamah
Executive Director, Pinasol Foundation
Solomon Asiamah Okyerre Asiamah is a seasoned TVET expert, renewable energy educator, and community development advocate with over 18 years of professional experience in Ghana’s industrial and educational sectors. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Pinasol Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth and marginalized communities through vocational training, entrepreneurship development, and social impact initiatives.
As a project leader, trainer, and innovator, Solomon has led and implemented major national and international development projects in collaboration with partners such as GIZ, GOPA-PLANCO, African Development Bank (AfDB), COTVET, and Edukans Foundation. His leadership emphasizes skills development, climate-smart innovation, and inclusive economic empowerment across Ghana. His work continues to shape Ghana’s vocational training landscape linking education, renewable energy, and entrepreneurship to real-world opportunities.
Solomon is a Member of Association of Registered & Accredited COTVET CBT Facilitators & Assessors with International Exposure on TVET in Capacity Building and Curriculum Development Missions in Ethiopia, Japan and Kenya. Driven by the belief that “true leadership is rooted in service,” Solomon integrates faith, humility, and practical action in promoting sustainable development.
Key Competencies
- Technical and Vocational Education & Training (TVET)
- Project Management and Monitoring & Evaluation
- Renewable Energy and Solar PV Technology
- Competency-Based Training (CBT) Curriculum Design
- Youth Empowerment and Skills Development
- Partnership Development and Stakeholder Engagement
- SME Capacity Building and Business Development
- Leadership, Communication, and Intercultural Management
Career Highlights
- Founder & Executive Director – Pinasol Foundation (2013–Present)
- Developed strategic programs promoting youth skills development in Ghana.
- Led training for trade associations in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and safety.
- Managed SME business initiatives under TVET frameworks.
- Team Leader – Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency in TVET (GIZ/GOPA/PLANCO, 2020–2023)
- Spearheaded Solar PV training implementation and accreditation for TVET centers nationwide.
- AfDB Project National Technical Assistant – COTVET (2016–2019)
- Managed a USD 100,000 renewable energy project and institutional capacity building.
- Learn4Work Project Manager – Edukans Foundation (2014–2018)
- Implemented a €301,748 project on automotive technology training with national partners.
Education & Certifications
BSc. Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology Education – University of Education, Winneba
Diploma in Education (CBT Option) – University of Education, Winneba
Certificate in Project Management (PMP®) – Cambridge Centre of Excellence
Certificate in Cyber Security – African Online University
Knowledge Co-Creation Program (Vocational Training) – JICA, Japan
Professional Affiliations
Member, Association of Registered & Accredited COTVET CBT Facilitators & Assessors
Member, Ghana National Association of Teachers
Personal Values
Integrity, Service, Innovation, Empowerment, Excellence
“We don’t just teach skills—we build lives, restore dignity, and unlock potential.” – Solomon Asiamah
Mr. Alale is an UN‐Certified Evaluator and graduate member of the Ghana Institute of Planners with over six years of expertise in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), project management, and data analytics. He holds a M.Sc. (First Class) in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation from KNUST. He designed robust M&E systems and conducted high-impact evaluations for diverse sectors. He is proficient in digital data tools – including Power BI, KoboToolbox, NVivo, SPSS and GIS – which he used to generate actionable insights. As USAID Ghana’s Development and MEAL Manager. He led 12 large-scale projects across education, health, WASH, livelihoods, climate resilience, TVET, child protection and SDG monitoring. For example, he designed a TVET skills-training framework to improve youth employability and built SDG tracking systems. His work with Qatar Charity Ghana Office and Canadian Feed the Children has also spanned education, water/sanitation, and livelihoods, yielding evidence-based policy reports and capacity-building initiatives. He thrive on transforming complex data into clear strategy and ensuring programs meet rigorous accountability and learning standards. TVET Programme Review and Traceability Study (Ashanti Region).
Seth Oku Asamoah
TVET Expert & International Consultant
Executive Summary
Seth Oku Asamoah is a globally recognized TVET expert with over 15 years of driving education and skills reform across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. He has led national TVET initiatives in Ghana and implemented competency-based curricula in Kenya, Iraq, Liberia, and beyond. Seth partners with donors and multilaterals (UNESCO, UNIDO, GIZ, AfDB, etc.) to design quality-assured, industry-aligned TVET programs. He built national accreditation and quality assurance systems (e.g., for Ghana’s COTVET and Kenya TVETA), and co-authored essential TVET curriculum and QA manuals. His strategic leadership and organizational development skills strengthen institutions and trainers (including ToT programs and mentoring), with work deeply aligned to Africa’s Agenda 2063 and skills-for-employability goals.
Core Expertise & Achievements
- TVET Systems Reform & Policy: Over 15 years spearheading national TVET reforms. He redesigned competency-based curricula and standards in Ghana, Kenya, Iraq, and Liberia, ensuring alignment with qualification frameworks and industry needs.
- Competency-Based Training (CBT) & Assessment: Developed and operationalized CBT models, assessment tools, and instructor guides for UNESCO, UNIDO, GIZ, and AfDB initiatives.
- Curriculum Development & Instructional Design: Co-authored national TVET curricula (e.g., renewable energy/Solar PV programs) and integrated green-economy skills into new modules.
- Organization Development & Leadership: Guided TVET institutions and ministries through major transformations, strengthening governance, HR, and management systems.
- International Consulting: Advised UNESCO, UNIDO, GIZ, AfDB and others. Key projects include institutional strengthening for Cambodia’s NTB, TVET audits in Liberia, and CBT rollout in Iraq.
- Partnerships & Collaboration: Works with governments, industry, and donors to align TVET with labor market needs; currently serves as Continental Director of AFAFET.
Notable Projects & Clients
- Ghana (National TVET Authority): Co-developed the TVET Qualifications Framework and accreditation procedures for COTVET.
- Kenya: Designed Kenya TVETA’s Quality Assurance Manual and led competency-based curriculum review.
- Iraq (UNESCO): Senior consultant on CBT at Centres of Vocational Excellence, training local trainers and setting up QA systems.
- Liberia (UNIDO): Led a comprehensive TVET system audit and strategic reform plan.
- Cambodia (AfDB): Institutional development specialist for Cambodia’s National Training Board.
- GIZ Ghana: Project Manager for a Solar PV TVET program, coordinating renewable-energy curricula and facility modernization.
Seth’s extensive regional experience (West, East, and Southern Africa; Asia; Middle East) and fluency in English and local languages underpin his cross-cultural effectiveness. He is known for clear communication with donors and governments, and for championing inclusive skills development for youth, women, and vulnerable groups. His work contributes directly to Africa’s Agenda 2063 and the goal of building a skilled, empowered workforce.
Education & Training
MSc in Business Consulting & Enterprise Risk Management (KNUST, Ghana);
PGD in Organisational Development (University of Cape Coast, Ghana);
BEd in TVET (Ghana).
Certified in Competency-Based Curriculum Design (DACUM, Canada) and TVET Policy (KOICA, South Korea).
Mr. Botchway is experienced Management Information Systems and Administrative professional with over a decade of proven service in Ghana’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector. I hold an MSc in Management Information Systems (GIMPA), a BSc in ICT (Presbyterian University College), and a Diploma in Communication Studies (AUCC). Currently, he serves as Quality Assurance Officer in the Training, Assessment and Quality Assurance Division at the Ghana TVET Service. Previously, he worked as Senior Manager in the Office of the Director-General, and as Principal Administrative Officer and Head of Secretariat in the Office of the Deputy Director-General (Operations). Earlier,he served at the National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI) in roles ranging from HR and MIS officer to Training Officer. He was a technical team member for the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) and contributed to both NVTI and Ghana TVET Service strategic plans. My awards include Outstanding Headquarters Staff (2024) at Ghana TVET Service and the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Award (2010) from AUCC. He specializes in information systems, project management, and quality assurance in TVET operations, with strong leadership and communication skills. He is committed to applying digital solutions to strengthen TVET administration, training quality, and inclusiveness.
Owusu Agyabeng
Board Member – Pinasol Foundation
Owusu Agyabeng is a Chartered Accountant, academic, and development advocate whose leadership in governance and financial management strengthens the strategic direction of Pinasol Foundation. With over 15 years of experience in academia, finance, and institutional development, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring accountability, sustainability, and impact across the Foundation’s programmes.
Mr. Agyabeng currently lectures at Kumasi Technical University, where he has trained and mentored Ghana’s future business and finance professionals since 2008. His teaching and research in management accounting, financial analysis, and business decision-making have shaped both academic excellence and practical capacity building.
Beyond academia, he serves as Board Chairman of Asokore Rural Bank PLC, and has held several governance roles with the Institute of Distance and Continuing Education and Kumasi Technical University’s Academic Board. His deep expertise in governance, financial oversight, and strategic planning directly supports Pinasol Foundation’s mission to deliver transparent, efficient, and sustainable development interventions.
Mr. Agyabeng holds an MSc in Business Decision Management from Coventry University (UK), a Commonwealth Executive MBA from KNUST, and professional memberships with both ACCA (UK) and ICAG (Ghana). He is currently pursuing a PhD in Business Administration (Finance) at the University of Cape Coast.
At Pinasol Foundation, he contributes to:
- Strengthening financial accountability and governance systems;
- Advising on enterprise and livelihood development programmes;
- Supporting youth financial literacy and community empowerment; and
- Promoting evidence-based management and partnerships for social impact.
Through his commitment to ethical leadership and social responsibility, Owusu Agyabeng exemplifies Pinasol Foundation’s vision of transforming lives through education, innovation, and empowerment.
Ebenezer Annor
TVET and Programme Team Lead
Ebenezer Annor is a seasoned TVET instructor and renewable energy specialist with over 17 years of experience in technical education and energy systems. As Programme Team Lead for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency at Krobea Asante Technical Vocational Institute, he drives curriculum development, project-based learning, and capacity building for instructors in clean energy technologies.
Mr. Annor’s expertise spans solar PV systems, electrical installations, energy efficiency, and competency-based training (CBT) methodologies. His professional background includes work with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), service as a WAEC and CTVET examiner, and leadership in institutional development and technical instruction.
A passionate advocate for skills-based youth empowerment, Ebenezer contributes to the Pinasol Foundation’s TVET Experts Pool by designing industry-aligned curricula, mentoring trainers, and supporting renewable energy initiatives that promote sustainable employment. His work bridges academia, technical innovation, and social impact — embodying Pinasol’s mission to equip Ghanaian youth with the practical skills and confidence to thrive in today’s labour market.
Ebenezer’s leadership and technical acumen make him an invaluable resource in advancing TVET transformation, green skills development, and renewable energy education under the Foundation’s strategic direction.
Abdul-Rahman Rashidatu
Board Member – Pinasol Foundation
Abdul-Rahman Rashidatu is a dynamic healthcare leader and public health advocate with over 16 years of experience in clinical practice, community health, and health systems strengthening. As Principal Physician Assistant at Oyoko Health Center, she manages specialized clinics for chronic and infectious diseases while leading district-level initiatives in malaria, epidemic preparedness, and public health education.
Rashidatu’s expertise spans clinical service delivery, health education, and programme management, with hands-on leadership in managing chronic disease clinics, coordinating epidemic responses, and improving healthcare outcomes for underserved communities.
She holds an MPhil in Public Health from the Catholic University of Ghana and is widely respected for her commitment to evidence-based practice and community empowerment. Her career reflects a balance of compassionate patient care and strategic leadership in healthcare governance.
At Pinasol Foundation, Rashidatu brings deep insight into health, education, and livelihoods programming, ensuring that the Foundation’s interventions are inclusive, sustainable, and community-driven. She supports strategic decision-making, partnerships with public institutions, and advocacy for women, youth, and rural populations.