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Bornlove Onasimbo Ntikha

Dar es salaam,Tanzania

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Experienced about 1580.2 hours over 3365 flights soaring in the sky while multitasked on Operation Support.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Operations Support Manager

Swoop Aero
09.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Facilitated change management initiatives, leading teams through transitions smoothly while minimizing disruptions in operations performance.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, setting clear expectations and providing constructive feedback to support staff growth.
  • Optimized inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of stock for uninterrupted operations.
  • Monitored performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous process enhancements.
  • Implemented quality control measures, maintaining high standards across all operations functions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
  • Reduced operational costs with strategic budget management and resource allocation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to streamline inter-departmental communication and workflows for increased efficiency.
  • Established a culture of collaboration among team members that fostered continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Review, analyse and action flight logs to determine solutions for hardware and software issues
  • Conduct test and validation flights of aircraft to ensure that all our technology is safe and reliable and ready to support our regional operation

Pilot

Swoop Aero
09.2020 - 05.2024
  • Increased flight safety by consistently performing thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.
  • Demonstrated exceptional teamwork abilities through collaboration with fellow pilots, Ground crew, maintenance personnel, and other aviation professionals in providing seamless service for last mile delivery and efficient flight operations.
  • Maintained accurate flight logs for recordkeeping purposes and regulatory compliance.
  • Enhanced overall flight experience to all hard to reach locations, hubs and pod swap locations through clear communication, attentive service, and smooth aircraft handling techniques.
  • Executed successful emergency situation handling in challenging conditions, prioritizing safety above all else.
  • Collaborated with co-pilots on decision-making processes during high-stress situations, mitigating risks and maintaining a calm environment.
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
  • Contributed to the development of company-wide drone policies and procedures, promoting safe and responsible use of unmanned aircraft systems.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by sharing best practices and insights related to the latest advancements in drone technology, ensuring all members remained up-to-date on industry trends.
  • Expanded company''s service offerings by incorporating drones into existing workflows, providing clients with innovative solutions for their unique challenges.
  • Pilot for service provision to the assigned delivery location, 1580.2 hours over 3365 flights accomplished already with minimum incidence

Remote spatial Data analyst and project based aerial data manager

Jesi Jenga Kisanifu Company
05.2020 - 10.2022
  • Provide supervision for the Collection of the aerial data necessary for construction activities of the company
  • Analyse spatial data based on construction project
  • Integrating CAD project to the spatial data collected by drone accurately
  • Training company staffs on the potential and spatial data in construction and the acquisition as well as analysing them

UAS Operator

UhuruLabs Company Ltd
01.2020 - 02.2020
  • Remote piloting for aerial data collection
  • Technical Maintenance support (Troubleshooting, firmware update, minor technical services)
  • Flight Planning
  • Operating Drone for imaging (ebee)
  • Enhanced mission success by conducting pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks on UAS systems.
  • Assisted in the development of new UAS procedures, streamlining processes and enhancing overall performance.
  • Uploading data to the server for Cloud processing
  • Coordinating with domestic airport CAA for safe operation

Innovation and Technical Officer, Mapping supervisor

OpenMap Development Tanzania
04.2018 - 12.2019
  • Authorized representative for UAV operation in the Company
  • Organizing and Managing all UAV operation from different nature that affect the company objectives
  • Making sure all the available UAS are kept and maintained well
  • Lead, supervise, and mentoring all technical related activities from the innovation and Technical Department from software to hardware also Helping in creating ideas generation.
  • Facilitating and encouraging for innovation and creativity for Community and Development through mapping approach
  • Design research, develop, analyse and suggest new concepts as well as strategies to improve low cost solution for mapping.
  • Supervising field mapping and remote mapping and creating mapping tasks with diverse tool through OpenStreetMap Platform
  • Formulate and Communicate Innovation Strategies
  • Facilitating, creating and nurturing culture conducive to innovation
  • Develop innovation roles, talents and career path
  • Providing the innovation framework
  • Created a geospatial database and created web GIS maps as well as GeoNode hosting drone data
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.

UAS Operator

UhuruLabs Company Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2019
  • Remote piloting for aerial data collection, area covered was in Monrovia, capital of Liberia to cover Redlight Market, Duala market, for the deliverable of 2m H.Resolution,
  • Technical support (Troubleshooting, firmware update, minor technical services)
  • Plan for flight
  • Operating Drone for imaging (ebee)
  • Maintenance drones to make sure they are in a good condition to operate
  • Uploading data to the server for processing
  • Coordinating with domestic airport CAA for safe operation

Drone Operator, Lusaka Mapping

Uhuru Labs
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Followed work specifications to obtain needed images for mapping.
  • Exhibited strong attention to detail when analyzing collected data, ensuring accurate and insightful information was provided to stakeholders.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to each mission launch, minimizing potential hazards during operation.
  • Improved project completion rates with efficient flight path planning and execution.
  • Increased data accuracy through meticulous pre-flight planning, leading to better mission outcomes.
  • Ensured reliable performance of drones by conducting regular maintenance checks and updates.
  • Enhanced drone operational efficiency by implementing and adhering to safety protocols.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving drone-related issues.
  • Maximized the longevity of drone batteries through proper charging, storage, and handling procedures.

Digitizer and Logistic Officer, Mapping supervisor

Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team
07.2017 - 04.2018
  • Generating Vector layer from given raster layer (Satellite or Drone), true definition of Mapping based on raster to vector conversion
  • Cleaning vector data prepared by others, true definition of the Map Validation based on already prepared vector data set
  • Support and overseeing the overall logistic processes in support of the objectives of the organization
  • Planning the set-up of various project sites, as well as coordinating, directing and monitoring activities in safely and in economic way for employees, contractors, resources and others involved in executing an assigned project in compliance it’s requirement
  • Oversee security, in-charge of the security as Head of digital security
  • Planning, oversight and management and coordination of logistics support operations to ensure smooth accomplishment of projects
  • Design and development of the field GIS data collection methodology, software and equipment’s
  • Remote mapping tasks creation with online tool HOT-Tasking manager and offline tools like JOSM
  • GIS data collection, cleaning and atlas creation
  • Comparative tests and study of GIS field data collection software: Kobo, ODK, Field papers
  • Training governmental officials (URT), university students (Ardhi University and the University of Dar es salaam), research institutions on the available Open Source tools for data collection and analysis
  • Improved overall productivity by providing ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance to colleagues experiencing technical difficulties during the digitization process.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Robotics

International University of Applied Science
Online, Germany
05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Community and Development Studies

Ardhi University
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
12.2017

ArcGIS for beginners - Mapping

College of Geography, University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
12.2016

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examin - Science Education

St. Matthew’s High School
Costal Region, Tanzania
01.2012 - 05.2014

Ordinary Level Education Examination (CSEE) - Science Education

St. Matthew’s Secondary School
Costal Region, Tanzania
10.2011

Certificate of Primary Education Examination (CPEE) -

Yombo Vituka Primary School
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
12.2007

Skills

  • PCB Designing (KiCAD)

  • UAV Pilot (Fixed wing, Multirotor Certified)

  • Understanding of RTK system

  • Controller and processor board (Arduino, ESP32 boards, APM board series, Pixhawk Board series, KK2 boards, Race, pixhawk Cube Board Series, Raspberry Pi)

  • Flight Controller Stack Programming, uses, debugging from Logs (Ardupilot, Px4, Betaflight, Inav, Swoop Pilot)

  • Process updates

  • Program Management

  • Problem-Solving

  • Planning and Implementation

  • Team Leadership

  • Decision-Making

  • Policies and procedures implementation

  • Health and safety compliance

  • Maintenance Planning

  • Customer Relationship Management

  • Work flow planning

  • Staff Training and Development

  • Inventory Control and Management

  • Workflow Optimization

  • Risk Management

  • Cultural Awareness

  • Delegation

  • Data Management

  • Case Management

  • Workforce Management

  • Multimedia Manipulation software (GIMP, Kdenlive, Shotcut, InkScape, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator)

  • Designing, Modelling, animation software (OpenSCAD, Blender, TinkerCAD, Google sketchup, AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, OpenVSP)

  • 3D Printing (Prusa Slicer, Ultimaker)

  • Photogrammetry software (Open Drone Map_ODM, Agisoft Metashape, Pix4D Mapper, MeshLab)

  • Ground Control System Software for UAV operation (Mission Planner, Ardupilot, QGroundControl, Tower, Pix4Dcapture, DJI Apps, Solo, UgCS, DroneDeploy, e-Motion by SenseFly, Swoop Aero Platform)

  • Stakeholder Relations

  • Spatial Editing and analytical Software (Java OpenStreetMap Editing Software (JOSM), Quantum GIS (QGIS), SPSS)

  • Mapping software and data collection tools (OpenMapKit, OSMTracker, ODK Collect, KoBoCollect, MAPSME, OsmAnd)

  • Document Control

  • Incidents management

  • Mobile based OS (Android, Microsoft Windows)

  • Desktop based Operating system (Microsoft Windows, some common Linux distros)

Projects

  • Aerial Data Collection, Temeke, Dar es salaam, 07/01/20 - 08/31/20, Government Market Construction project, Bus station project with Jenga Kisanifu
  • African Drone Forum, Lake Kivu Challenge, Rwanda, 02/2020 - 03/2020
  • Drone Mapping, Monrovia, Liberia, 01/01/20 - 02/29/20, UhuruLabs
  • Pilot Phase, Drone Mapping, Monrovia, Liberia, 11/01/19, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team & UhuruLabs
  • African Drone Forum, Lake Victoria Challenge, Tanzania, 09/2019
  • Aerial Riparian Solid Waste Mapping, 03/01/19 - 06/30/19
  • Mapping Lusaka city, Zambia with Drone, 05/01/19 - 06/30/19, WB funded project aimed at the use of Drone mapping about 120km2 at spatial resolution of 5cm GSD for issuing title deeds
  • Ramani Huria 2.0, 2017 - 2019, Community based project for flood resilience in Dar es salaam City, Tanzania
  • Datazetu, 2017 - 2018

Organizationalexperience

  • Long time soarer in the sky with Swoop Aero platform and aircraft, 1580.2 hours over 3365 flights with minimum incident recorded.
  • Innovation and Technical Lead, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) and Open Map Development Tanzania (OMDTZ). April 2018 - December 2019
  • Faculty Department Coordinator, Ardhi University, 05/01/16 - 04/30/18, Coordinating 137 to 183 students
  • International Citizen Service (ICS) training, Restless Development Tanzania, 04/11/15 - 05/02/15

Personalattributes

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment to set deadlines.
  • Excellent oral and written correspondence with an exceptional attention to detail.
  • High organized with a creative flair for project work.
  • Enthusiastic self-starter who contributes well to the team.
  • Part in problem solving and non-routine tasks.
  • Excellent interpersonal skill and ability to work in a multicultural Environment.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and in team work.
  • Flexible, ready to accept challenges and learn new ideas.
  • Ability to work independently in an organized manner and ability to meet targets.
  • Ability to work while shining under pressure.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 03/12/94
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Tanzanian

References

  • Eric Peck, Swoop Aero CEO, +61 405 226 350, eric@swoop.aero
  • Olivier Defawe, Village Reach, +1 (206) 437-8611, olivier.defawe@villagereach.org
  • Edward, World Bank Group, Tanzania, +1 (202) 390 0994
  • David Guerin, Safety, Operations Manager, Regulations, Airspace, African Drone Forum, Global Drone Forum, +44 7922 191516
  • Andrew Tridgell, Ardupilot System Lead, +61 412 666 929
  • Frederick Mbuya, Executive Director, UhuruLabs Tanzania, 6-Manonge Street, Regent Estate, Dar es salaam, 23320, +255 (0) 765 376 131, freddie@uhurunet.com
  • Stephen Mather, OpenDroneMap Developer, +1 (216) 339-6347
  • Innocent Maholi, Director, OpenMap Development Tanzania (OMDTZ), Lukuledi, Regent Estate, Dar es salaam, 32116, +255 714 166 655, Innocent.maholi@hotosm.org
  • Reginald Chetto, Lecturer, Ardhi University, Kinondoni, Dar es salaam, 35176, +255 727 578 506, reginaldchetto@yahoo.com
  • Dr. Reginald John Lyakurwa, Head of Department, Department of Economic and Social Studies, Ardhi University, Dar es salaam, 35176, +255 754 398 694, Lyakurwa_gina@yakoo.co.uk

Hobbies and Interests

  • Bike riding
  • Swimming
  • Aviation
  • Volleyball
  • Robotics
  • Hacking

Disclaimer

I, Bornlove Onasimbo Ntikha, certify to the best of my knowledge that all the information contained herein is true, complete and correct describes me showing my experience and academic qualifications and the related qualities., 09/26/2024.

Timeline

Operations Support Manager

Swoop Aero
09.2024 - Current

Pilot

Swoop Aero
09.2020 - 05.2024

Remote spatial Data analyst and project based aerial data manager

Jesi Jenga Kisanifu Company
05.2020 - 10.2022

UAS Operator

UhuruLabs Company Ltd
01.2020 - 02.2020

UAS Operator

UhuruLabs Company Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2019

Drone Operator, Lusaka Mapping

Uhuru Labs
05.2019 - 07.2019

Innovation and Technical Officer, Mapping supervisor

OpenMap Development Tanzania
04.2018 - 12.2019

Digitizer and Logistic Officer, Mapping supervisor

Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team
07.2017 - 04.2018

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examin - Science Education

St. Matthew’s High School
01.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Robotics

International University of Applied Science

Bachelor of Arts - Community and Development Studies

Ardhi University

ArcGIS for beginners - Mapping

College of Geography, University of Dar Es Salaam

Ordinary Level Education Examination (CSEE) - Science Education

St. Matthew’s Secondary School

Certificate of Primary Education Examination (CPEE) -

Yombo Vituka Primary School

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