Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Affiliations
REFERENCES
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Joseph Yenukwa Kombat

Joseph Yenukwa Kombat

Babile, Upper West Region,Ghana

Summary

Passionate Farm Manager with 13 years of experience with BSc in Agriculture technology (Animal Science option) and MSc in Leadership and Management studies qualifications. Continuously managing production of pigs, sheep and goats by closely monitoring operations and accounting for factors such as nutrition, genetics, weather and market demands. Extensive experience in management with top-notch project leadership, analytical problem-solving and tactical planning abilities. Industrious, forward-thinking and familiar with precision agricultural practices.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Farm Manager/ Assistant Director

MOFA/APD, Babile Livestock Breeding Station
07.2019 - 02.2026
  • Supervises all technical, financial and administrative duties of the Farm.
  • Supervises the implementation of all Government funded projects on the Farm.
  • Supervises and appraise performance of Professional, Technical and Production officers
  • Serves as liaison between the Farm and APD Head Office
  • Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly and annual reports of the Farm to APD Head Office
  • Sees to the proper day to day operations of the Farm.
  • Collaborates with NGOs, MMDAs and other corporate organizations on behalf of the Farm.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting animals, assessing quality and identifying problems such as disease or parasites.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimising performance and minimising waste.
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
  • Facilitated consistent, reliable tracking of farm performance by maintaining accurate and complete operational records, including animal movement, medicine records and production.
  • Adjusted production strategies, accounting for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
  • Explained and demonstrated working techniques, practices and safety measures for technical staffs.

Assistant Farm Manager/Agricultural Officer

MoFA/APD, Babile Pig Breeding Station
11.2018 - 07.2019
  • Supervised Technical and Production Officers to perform their duties on the Farm.
  • Carried out breeding and production activities and reported progress to the Farm Manager.
  • Conducted performance testing of Pigs and reported results of same to the Farm manager.
  • Compiled monthly, quarterly and annual reports and submitted to the Farm Manager.
  • Acted as Farm Manager in the absence of the substantive Farm Manager.
  • Performed any other duties assigned to me by the Farm Manager.

Assistant Farm Manager/Agricultural Officer

MoFA/APD, Pong-Tamale Livestock Breeding Station
11.2013 - 11.2018
  • Officer in charge of the goat breeding unit of the Farm
  • Supervised Technical and supporting staff to carry out goat breeding and production activities.
  • Performed daily routine animal husbandry activities at goats unit with support of Technical officers, and support staffs.
  • Acted as Human resource Officer of the Farm for the entire Period.
  • Validated workers’ salaries and forwarded to the Farm Manager for submission CAGD.
  • Acted as the staff secretary and wrote minutes of all meetings held on the farm.
  • Compiled monthly, quarterly and annual reports and submitted to the farm Manager.
  • Performed any other duty assigned to me by the farm Manager.
  • Prepared daily work schedules for labourers to streamline operations.
  • Handled administrative duties diligently, ensuring smooth operations on the day-to-day basis.
  • Promoted animal welfare for a healthy and productive livestock.
  • Assisted in the recruitment and training process of new farm workers, enhancing team performance substantially.

Part-Time Tutor

MoFA/Animal Health and Production College, Pong Tamale
09.2009 - 05.2017
  • Prepared Lecture notes for teaching of Animal Nutrition, Breeding & Genetics and Agro meteorology.
  • Set examination questions and submitted to U.C.C. through the Principal for moderation
  • Conducted quizzes, mid-semester examination and end of semester examinations.
  • Marked examination scripts and submitted results to the principal at the end of every semester throughout the period.
  • Performed all other duties assigned to me by the principal.

National Service Personnel

MoFA/APD, Pong-Tamale Livestock breeding Station
10.2008 - 08.2009
  • Assisted in Breed improvement program of cattle, sheep, goats and large white pigs under Livestock Development Project (LDP)
  • Supervised daily routine husbandry activities of stockmen and herdsmen at the various units of the farm throughout the period.
  • Supervised feed formulation and feeding of livestock on the farm.
  • Took breeding records of various species of animals on the farm for performance testing.
  • Ensured good health of animals through disease prevention and control.
  • Prepared and submitted monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the farm manager.
  • Performed any other duties assigned to me by the farm manager.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.

Education

Master of Science - Leadership and Management Studies

University of Business and Integrated Development Studies
01.2024 - 01.2025

BSc. - Agriculture Technology (Animal Science Option)

University for Development Studies (UDS) Nyankpala Campus, Tamale
01.2004 - 01.2008

Teachers’ Certificate “A” - Post-Sec.

Gbewa Training College, Pusiga
01.1997 - 01.2000

S.S.S.C.E - Agric Science

Bolgatanga Senior Secondary School
01.1994 - 01.1996

B. E. C. E - undefined

Abilba No. 2 J. S. S, Bolgatanga
01.1991 - 01.1993

Skills

  • Computer literate (Proficient in Microsoft office tools, Internet Surfing)
  • Tenacious, self-motivated and results oriented
  • Good leadership and organizational skills
  • Good communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines with minimum supervision
  • Able to work very well in a team
  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Inventory control proficiency
  • Animal husbandry expertise
  • Budget management
  • Livestock care
  • Preventative maintenance

Accomplishments

  • Established five acres of pasture during the 2025 season using innovative means even though there was no budgetary allocation which helped to improve upon nutrition of the small ruminants.
  • Exceeded revenue target of Ghc 30,000.00 by realizing an actual revenue of Ghc 38,690.00 for the 2025 fiscal year
  • Produced maize on the Station to augment to be used as feed for both the pigs and small ruminants on the Station

Languages

English
Fluent

Affiliations

  •  Animal rearing  Reading  Listening to Gospel music

REFERENCES

  • Jonas, Asare-Berchie, Director, Jonas.asare-berchie@mofa.gov.gh, +233 27 474 7847, +233 20 811 7430, Animal Production Directorate (APD)
  • Abdul Razak, Okine, Deputy Director, abdul.razak-okine@mofa.gov.gh, +233 207777186, +233 534206115, Animal Production Directorate (APD)

HOBBIES/INTERESTS

Animal rearing, Reading, Listening to Gospel music

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP/AWARDS

Ghana Society of Animal production (GSAP)

Disclaimer

Signature: …………….

Timeline

Master of Science - Leadership and Management Studies

University of Business and Integrated Development Studies
01.2024 - 01.2025

Farm Manager/ Assistant Director

MOFA/APD, Babile Livestock Breeding Station
07.2019 - 02.2026

Assistant Farm Manager/Agricultural Officer

MoFA/APD, Babile Pig Breeding Station
11.2018 - 07.2019

Assistant Farm Manager/Agricultural Officer

MoFA/APD, Pong-Tamale Livestock Breeding Station
11.2013 - 11.2018

Part-Time Tutor

MoFA/Animal Health and Production College, Pong Tamale
09.2009 - 05.2017

National Service Personnel

MoFA/APD, Pong-Tamale Livestock breeding Station
10.2008 - 08.2009

BSc. - Agriculture Technology (Animal Science Option)

University for Development Studies (UDS) Nyankpala Campus, Tamale
01.2004 - 01.2008

Teachers’ Certificate “A” - Post-Sec.

Gbewa Training College, Pusiga
01.1997 - 01.2000

S.S.S.C.E - Agric Science

Bolgatanga Senior Secondary School
01.1994 - 01.1996

B. E. C. E - undefined

Abilba No. 2 J. S. S, Bolgatanga
01.1991 - 01.1993
Joseph Yenukwa Kombat