Ivy Yebowaa Owusu
Accra
Summary
Highly self-motivated professional with a strong background in research, communication, and management. Demonstrated expertise gained from both job and academic environments. Proven ability to acquire new knowledge and learn new skills when presented with opportunities. Committed to continuous growth and development to excel in any role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Agricultural Officer
Plant Protection & Regulatory Services Directorate (Ministry of Food & Agriculture)
11.2021 - Current
- Coordinates the laboratory activities in the rearing of biological control organisms for the management of the fall armyworm in Ghana
- Collaborates with research team to carry out pest risk analysis and explore new methods that can be used for pest management
- Conducts periodic pest surveillance to help develop and implement strategic plans that align with the organization's goals and objectives in the management of invasive pests, and prevent the entry of quarantine pests into Ghana
- Participate in sensitizing farmers to adopt integrated pest management approaches
- Report writing.
Office Administrator & Researcher
Pathfinder Ghana Limited
- 11.2021
- Conducted market survey for potential clients and segmented their needs
- Prepared weekly reports on activities of the company.
Administrative Assistant
Intertek Ghana Limited
- 08.2020
- Prepared quarterly and annual reports about inspection undertaken, testing and certifications carried out on Agri-products
- Assisted the Agri-Manager to prepare inspection and testing schedules for all Agri-Products.
Administrative Assistant
Legal Office, Ministry of Food and Agriculture
- 08.2018
- Submitted and reconciled daily expense report
- Answered the directed phone calls
- Assisted the administrative secretary in organizing and scheduling meetings and appointments.
Education
Executive Masters Of Business Administration - Project Management
University of Ghana Business School
02.2025
BSc. Agriculture Science (Specialization: Animal Science) -
University of Ghana, Legon
Ghana05.2019
West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) -
Kumasi Wesley Girls High School
Kumasi, Ghana05.2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- R-Studio (Intermediate User)
- Social media publicist
- Communicate professionally using email
- Find and use relevant information on the internet
- Report writing
- Research
- Literature review
- Presentation
- Team work
- Problem-solving
- Communication
Traininginternship
- Plantwise Plant Doctor Training, Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI), 06/23, Module 1 - Field diagnostics and plant clinic operations, Module 2 - Giving good recommendations.
- Administrative Assistant, Legal Office, Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Intern, 06/18 - 08/18, Submitted and reconciled daily expense report., Answered the directed phone calls., Assisted the administrative secretary in organizing and scheduling meetings and appointments.
References
References available on request
Hobbies and Interests
- Market Research and Consumer Trends
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership & team development
Timeline
Assistant Agricultural Officer
Plant Protection & Regulatory Services Directorate (Ministry of Food & Agriculture)
11.2021 - Current
Office Administrator & Researcher
Pathfinder Ghana Limited
- 11.2021
Administrative Assistant
Intertek Ghana Limited
- 08.2020
Administrative Assistant
Legal Office, Ministry of Food and Agriculture
- 08.2018
Executive Masters Of Business Administration - Project Management
University of Ghana Business School
BSc. Agriculture Science (Specialization: Animal Science) -
University of Ghana, Legon
West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) -
Kumasi Wesley Girls High School
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