Ernest Biney
Geospatial Analyst
Takoradi,
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
German
Beginner (A1)
Skills
Scientific writing
Software
ArcGIS
QGIS
Python
R Studio
Google Earth Engine
Stata
SNAP
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
SPSS
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridEducation
Ph.D. - Climate Change And Land Use
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi 05.2001 -
Graduate Certificate - Francais Langue Etangere
Village Du Benin, University of Lome
Lome 05.2001 -
Master of Philosophy - Geographic Information Systems
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 05.2001 -
West African Senior School Certificate - General Arts
Takoradi Secondary School
Takoradi 05.2001 -
Basic Education Certificate -
Airforce Complex JHS
Takoradi 05.2001 -
Work History
Research Scientist
University of Wurzburg
09.2023 - 02.2024
- offered presentations on my PhD research topic and further researched on my thesis topic using advanced technologies.
Teaching Assistant
Takoradi Technical University
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Supported the delivery of undergraduate Environmental Science courses by assisting in practical sessions, marking assignments, and providing academic support to students.
- Contributed to tutorial sessions, coordinated class activities, and maintained student records while fostering a conducive learning environment.
Commissioner for Oaths
National Identification Authority
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Facilitated the legal verification of personal identity documents during the nationwide Ghana Card registration exercise.
- Administered oaths, validated sworn statements, and ensured adherence to the legal requirements of the biometric registration process.
Deputy Chief Justice
GRASSAG National
11.2019 - 11.2020
- ·Oversaw the resolution of internal disputes within GRASSAG and enforced the constitutional provisions guiding the association's electoral and administrative processes.
- Played a key role in the judicial arm by presiding over cases and ensuring due process in national decision-making.
Digitization officer
European Hospital
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Led the digitization of medical records by converting physical patient files into secure digital formats.
- Maintained data integrity, supported the implementation of an electronic records management system, and ensured confidentiality in handling sensitive medical information.
Assistant Headmaster (Academics)
Ahenemba International School
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Directed academic programs, supervised curriculum delivery, and evaluated teaching staff performance.
- Coordinated examination procedures, implemented quality assurance measures, and organized training workshops to improve teaching and learning outcomes across departments.
Registration officer
National Inspectorate Boards
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Registered the public JHS in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis for BECE.
- Assisted the examination officer in examination issues and school placement issues, school registration inspections, and verified the operational compliance of basic and second-cycle institutions.
Geography Tutor
Takoradi Senior High School
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Delivered classroom instruction in Geography at the Takoradi Senior High School.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum, prepared students for WASSCE assessments, and used creative teaching methods to enhance student engagement and understanding.
Research Publications
- Biney, E., Forkuo, E. K., Poku-Boansi, M., Hackman, K. O., Harris, E., Asare, Y. M., ... & Agbenorhevi, A. E. (2024). Analyzing the spatio-temporal pattern of urban growth and its influence on urban heat islands in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis, Ghana. Scientific African, 26, e02366.
- Biney, E., Forkuo, E. K., Poku-Boansi, M., Asare, Y. M., Hackman, K. O., Yankey, D. B., ... & Annan, E. (2024). A comprehensive analysis and future projection of land use and land cover dynamics in a fast-growing city: A case study of Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis, Ghana. Scientific African, 24, e02207.
- Biney, E., Forkuo, E. K., Poku-Boansi, M., & Asare, Y. M. (2024). Geospatial assessment of urban sprawl in Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, Ghana from 1991 to 2023. African Geographical Review, 1-18.
- Agbenorhevi, A. E., Klaus, J., Amekudzi, L. K., Kelome, N. C., Biney, E., & Annan, E. (2024). Predicting Global Change impacts on streamflow dynamics using distributed hydrological modeling in a data-scarce nested tropical catchment in West Africa (No. EGU24-482). Copernicus Meetings.
- Agbenorhevi, A. E., Amekudzi, L. K., Kèlomé, N. C., Biney, E., & Annan, E. (2024). Analyzing land use and land cover change in the Pra River Basin: a multi-tool approach for informed decision-making. Environmental Challenges, 15, 100922.
- Annan, E., Amponsah, W., Adjei, K. A., Disse, M., Hounkpè, J., Biney, E., ... & Agyare, W. A. (2024). Spatio-temporal land use and land cover change assessment: Insights from the Ouémé River Basin. Scientific African, 25, e02262.
- Biney, E., Mintah, B. A., Ankomah, E., Agbenorhevi, A. E., Yankey, D. B., & Annan, E. (2024). Sustainability assessment of groundwater in south-eastern parts of the western region of Ghana for water supply. Cleaner Water, 1, 100007.
- Biney, E., Biney, N., Dadzie, I., Harris, E., Quartey, G. A., Asare, Y. M., ... & Forkuo, E. K. (2022). Impact of mining on vegetation cover: A case study of Prestea Huni-Valley municipality. Scientific African, 17, e01387.
- Biney, E., & Boakye, E. (2021). Urban sprawl and its impact on land use land cover dynamics of Sekondi-Takoradi metropolitan assembly, Ghana. Environmental Challenges, 4, 100168.
- Forkuo, E. K., Biney, E., Harris, E., & Quaye-Ballard, J. A. (2021). The impact of land use and land cover changes on socioeconomic factors and livelihood in the Atwima Nwabiagya district of the Ashanti region, Ghana. Environmental Challenges, 5, 100226.
- Sarpong, F. O., Quaye-Ballard, J. A., & Biney, E. (2021). The Use of 3S Technology to Assess Cocoa Swollen Shoot Virus Disease in Offinso Cocoa District Area, Ghana. Journal of Health and Environmental Research, 7(4), 169-180.
Conferences
- International Conference on Green Urbanism (October 2024)
Title: Assessment of Land Use Dynamics and Urban Sprawl in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana (1991-2023)
- Global Centers for Climate and Environment Conference (September 2024)
Title: Land Use/Cover Changes in the Oueme River Basin, Benin using Google Earth Engine and Random Forest Classifier.
- European Geoscience Union (April 2024)
Title: Predicting Global Change impacts on Streamflow dynamics using distributed hydrological modelling in a data-scarce nested tropical catchment in West Africa.
- Soil & Water Tool (SWAT) Conference (March 2024)
Title: Assessment of Land Use/Cover Change in the Oueme River Basin, Benin using Google Earth Engine and Random Forest Classifier.
- Arbeitsgruppen Report Series Earth Observation Research Cluster (January 2024)
Title: Analyzing the spatio-temporal pattern of urban growth and its influence on urban heat island: A case study of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, Ghana
Seminars
- Takoradi Young People's Submit (October 2019)
Theme: Our job, our life.
- Ghana Youth Entrepreneurship (March, 2019)
Theme: Bolstering business skills for 21st century entrepreneurs.
- Geospatial Data and Techniques (June, 2018)
Theme: Maximizing the use of geospatial tools and information.
- West African Examination Council (January, 2014)
Theme: B.E.C.E online registration.
- Springboard 2012 Road Show (March, 2014)
Theme: Repositioning entrepreneurship, career, and investment.
- Success Conference (September, 2009)
Theme: Moving to the next level.
Trainings and Workshops
- Climate Outlook, Impact Assessment and Climate Risk Management (June, 2025)
- Water Security and Management (March, 2025)
- Policy Development (December, 2024)
- Monitoring and Evaluation in the Public Sector (July, 2024)
- Mastering Python (May, 2023)
- NASA Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET) (August, 2022): "Satellite Remote Sensing for Measuring Urban Heat Islands and Constructing heat Vulnerability Indices".
Timeline
Research Scientist
University of Wurzburg
09.2023 - 02.2024
Teaching Assistant
Takoradi Technical University
09.2020 - 09.2021
Commissioner for Oaths
National Identification Authority
06.2020 - 09.2020
Deputy Chief Justice
GRASSAG National
11.2019 - 11.2020
Digitization officer
European Hospital
11.2018 - 12.2019
Assistant Headmaster (Academics)
Ahenemba International School
08.2015 - 07.2017
Registration officer
National Inspectorate Boards
09.2013 - 12.2014
Geography Tutor
Takoradi Senior High School
09.2012 - 12.2012
Ph.D. - Climate Change And Land Use
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
05.2001 -
Graduate Certificate - Francais Langue Etangere
Village Du Benin, University of Lome
05.2001 -
Master of Philosophy - Geographic Information Systems
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies
University of Cape Coast
05.2001 -
West African Senior School Certificate - General Arts
Takoradi Secondary School
05.2001 -
Basic Education Certificate -
Airforce Complex JHS
05.2001 -
Work Availability
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Referees
1. ERIC KWABENA FORKUO (PROFESSOR)
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
WASCAL GRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAM IN CLIMATE CHANGE AND LAND USE
DEPARTMENT OF GEOMATIC ENGINEERING
eric.forkuo@gmail.com
+233263315338/+233208790852
2. MICHAEL POKU-BOANSI (PROFESSOR)
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
pokuboansi@gmail.com
+233244021524
3. WILSON AGYEI AGYARE (PROFESSOR)
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
WASCAL GRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAM IN CLIMATE CHANGE AND LAND USE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
wagyare@yahoo.co.uk
+233 24 405 8675
4. EBENEZER BOAKYE (PROFESSOR)
TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
eyiadomus@yahoo.com
+233243266032
5. YAW MENSAH ASARE (Ph.D.)
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF GEOMATIC ENGINEERING
mensah.yasare@gmail.com
+233-2689-28921
6. ADELAIDE SPIO-KWOFIE(Ph.D.)
TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
adelaide.spio-kwofie@ttu.edu.gh
+233208179518
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