ISAAC FORDJOUR
SUNYANI
Summary
Renewable Energy Engineering graduate delivering technical, economic, and policy-driven solutions for a sustainable energy future. Experienced in designing and implementing clean energy projects that enhance resilience, expand access in underserved communities, and drive inclusive socio-economic growth. Proficient in OSeMOSYS CLEWS (Climate, Land, Energy, Water System) modeling, with expertise in PVsyst, OpenLCA, and QGIS.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Regional Center for Energy and Environmental Sustainability (RCEES)
SUNYANI
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted literature reviews on energy sustainability practices and environmental policies.
- Assisted in data collection for various research projects related to renewable energy.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare presentations for community outreach programs.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Energy and Natural Resources
Sunyani
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Assisted professors in preparing course materials and resources for students.
- Graded assignments and provided constructive feedback to support student development.
- Managed classroom logistics, ensuring a conducive learning environment for all participants.
- Adhered to university requirements for student assignments, testing and grading of work.
- Tracked attendance, projects, labs, reports and other class and student metrics.
Intern
ELECTRICITY COMPANY OF GHANA
KUMASI
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in maintaining electrical systems and equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues on projects to enhance service delivery and reliability.
- Participated in safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
Tutor
GLORIOUS ACADEMY
KUMASI
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards.
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Assisted in the organization of school events such as assemblies or school plays.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RENEWABLE ENERGY ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES (UENR)
SUNYANI, GHANA11-2024
High School Diploma -
OPOKU WARE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
KUMASI, GHANA05-2018
Skills
- Renewable energy systems
- Undergraduate research
- Presentation skills
- Field research
- QGIS
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others)
- OSeMOSYS expertise
- Open LCA
Languages
English
First Language
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
German
Beginner
A1
Certification
- Certificate of completion for energy demand projections with MAED (Model for Analysis of Energy)
- Certificate of completion of Introduction to CLEWS (Climate, Land-use, Energy, and Water Systems)
- Certificate of completion, EPIC Africa Summer School: CLEWS-based WEF modeling
Accomplishments
- President of the high school alumni group—Glorious Academy Old Students' Association (GOSA)
- President of Beyond the Future Young People's Club promotes ethical leadership and financial responsibility among youth members
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Actively engaged in a national tree-planting exercise dubbed 'Green Ghana Project'
- Active in energy sustainability outreach and clean energy transition programs
- Volunteering member of PCR (Positive Chain Reactions), a non-governmental organization involved in rural education and rural development
- Offer tutoring services to high school students who are preparing to write their BECE (Basic Education Certificate Exams)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Assistant
Regional Center for Energy and Environmental Sustainability (RCEES)
10.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Energy and Natural Resources
10.2024 - 09.2025
Intern
ELECTRICITY COMPANY OF GHANA
10.2022 - 01.2023
Tutor
GLORIOUS ACADEMY
06.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - RENEWABLE ENERGY ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY OF ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES (UENR)
High School Diploma -
OPOKU WARE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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