JOHN ASEMIAH
SEFWI WIAWSO
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with a Master of Science in Project Management and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Over seven years of hands-on experience in agricultural project implementation, data management, and community engagement. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and utilize analytical tools to drive impactful outcomes. Enthusiastic about enhancing monitoring and evaluation practices to support sustainable agricultural development. Holds a valid driver's license
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Field Officer
BARRY CALLEBAUT GHANA
Kumasi, Ashanti
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Cocoa Nursery Establishment and Management: Collected farmers' requirements, assessed farms for seedling needs, distributed seedlings, and maintained meticulous records.
- Shade Trees Distribution and Monitoring: Distributed shade trees, conducted follow-up assessments, and ensured proper documentation.
- Farm Business Package Implementation: Mapped farms, administered questionnaires, and provided tailored recommendations to improve farm productivity.
- Community Awareness Campaigns: Led programs to educate farmers on the impacts of child labor and forced labor.
- Resource Management: Successfully managed the distribution and documentation of over 60,000 cocoa seedlings and shade trees to farmers.
- Productivity Improvement: Enhanced farm productivity through tailored recommendations based on thorough farm assessments.
- Research Contributions: Played a key role in significant research findings at the Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana.
- Community Impact: Led impactful community awareness programs on child labor and forced labor.
- Conducted research on cocoa diseases and pest management.
- Assisted in the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices in selected communities in New Tafo Abuakwa North, Eastern region, Ghana.
- Coordinated with farmers to disseminate research findings and improve crop yields New Tafo Abuakwa North, Eastern Region
- Project Leader: Led stakeholder engagement for the lean project in Ayisakrom, Sefwi Akontombra District.
- Land Acquisition Leader: Successfully led engagements to secure land for nursery projects.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi09-2021
Skills
- Project Management: Proficient in leading and managing agricultural projects, including stakeholder engagement, and land securing for nurseries
- Data Analysis: Experienced in using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, for organizing and cleaning survey data
- Leadership: Managed a team of five extension officers, overseeing their daily activities, and ensuring fieldwork efficiency
- Community Engagement: Strong communicator with experience in leading awareness campaigns and stakeholder meetings
- Driving: Holds a valid driver's license
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Twi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) – Pending
- Certification in Advanced Agricultural Practices – Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana
Network of entrepreneur and Young Leaders Foundation (NEYL)
- Volunteered as the operations manager to organized the maiden edition of Ghana creativity and contest that features all junior high schools in Oforikrom Municipal, Ashanti Region, kumasi-Ghana
Timeline
Technical Field Officer
BARRY CALLEBAUT GHANA
11.2022 - 11.2024
Master of Science - Project Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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