Highly enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates consistent ability to deliver results within specified timelines. Fast learner with a knack for handling challenges and adapting seamlessly to new working environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
The Disability Trust
11.2022 - Current
Assist client with social support
Assisting with household chores such as cooking and cleaning
Administering medication and managing medical equipment
Transporting clients to social outings and medical appointments
Supporting clients with mobility and transfer
Agronomist Project Assistant
VIS Ghana
05.2019 - 06.2021
Implementation and supervise mentorship farms
Lead environmental assessment in the project areas
Conducted field visits regularly to monitor crop progress, identify issues early on, and provide expert guidance for optimal growth conditions.
Coordinate and manage Trainer of Trainees in organic agriculture
Provided guidance and recommendations regarding planting and cultivation methods.
Conduct rural assessment and field research
Organized workshops and training sessions for local farmers to share best practices in sustainable agriculture.
Assess and appraise farmers for small loans
Assist in loan recovery
Produce monthly report on activities
Supervised fertilizer and pesticide applications.
Implemented pest and weed control measures.
Technical Officer
Ghana Cocoa Board
07.2016 - 12.2016
Establish seed garden and supervise all farm operations in the seed Garden
Supervise all farm operations in the seed Garden (Pollination, budding, etc.)
Over See the distribution of hybrid cocoa and coffee seedlings to farmers
Organize farmer rallies
Carry out any activity as may be assigned
Agricultural Officer
Department Of Food and Agriculture
07.2014 - 06.2016
Oversaw all Agricultural engineering project in the Tano North Municipality
Conduct relevant trainings for AEAs as well as farmers
Supervise field demonstrations and other activities of field staff in my operational area
Prepared and submit monthly reports
Helped in the preparation Annual Plan
Appraised the performance of other field staff
Desk officer for Engineering Activities in the Tano North Municipality
Facilitated knowledge transfer among local farmers by organizing farmer-to-farmer training programs focused on improved agricultural methods.
Inspected farms and fields for compliance with local and state regulations.
Assessed agricultural products for quality control and contamination.
Conducted field inspections to monitor crop health and advised farmers on necessary intervention strategies.
Agriculture Extension Agent
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
05.2006 - 06.2014
Disseminate relevant agricultural technology to farmers through demonstrations and field days
Grooming farmers for National Farmers Day awards
Carried out livestock disease surveillance
Conduct market survey
Conducted field demonstrations of new products, techniques and services.
Prepared and distributed educational leaflets, pamphlets and visual aids.
Advised farmers and demonstrated techniques in feeding and health maintenance of livestock, growing and harvesting practices and financial planning.
Promoted the adoption of new agricultural technologies for increased productivity, leading to higher yields for farmers.
Supported farmers in obtaining financial assistance for agricultural projects, contributing to the growth of local economies.
Education
Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) -
Nurses Training Australia
Sydney
06-2022
Master of Science - Environmental Management and Development
The Australia National University
Canberra, ACT
12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Technology
University For Development Studies
Tamale, Ghana
07.2013
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Agriculture Engineering
Tamale Polytechnic
Tamale, Ghana
09.2003
Senior secondary school certificate (SSSC) - General Agriculture
Sunyani Secondary School
Sunyani, Ghana
12.1997
Skills
Proficient in MS Word
Proficient in MS Power Point
Proficient in MS Excel
Excellent communicator
Good interpersonal relation
Fast learner
Languages
Akan
English Language
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/17/79
Gender: Male
Nationality: Ghanaian
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
The Disability Trust
11.2022 - Current
Agronomist Project Assistant
VIS Ghana
05.2019 - 06.2021
Technical Officer
Ghana Cocoa Board
07.2016 - 12.2016
Agricultural Officer
Department Of Food and Agriculture
07.2014 - 06.2016
Agriculture Extension Agent
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
05.2006 - 06.2014
Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) -
Nurses Training Australia
Master of Science - Environmental Management and Development
The Australia National University
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Technology
University For Development Studies
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Agriculture Engineering
Tamale Polytechnic
Senior secondary school certificate (SSSC) - General Agriculture
Sunyani Secondary School
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