Joshua Osei Amponsah
Agro processor
Tema
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. I am interested in Research on Sustainable food systems, Sensory evaluation, Post-harvest technology, Product Innovation and Development, Food Microbiology, and Agricultural extension. Strong research professional with a Bachelor's degree focused in Dairy and Meat Science and Technology from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder and CEO
Foodcup Limited
10.2019 - Current
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Improved operational efficiencies to reduce costs and improve productivity.
- Managed financial operations and investments to maximize profits and minimize costs.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Organised 5 demonstrations and 15 workshops to build the capacity and knowledge of employees on post-harvest processing technologies, and food safety and trained 300 women and youth groups in the community.
Agriculture Extension Agent
Department Of Agriculture- Tema West Municipal Assembly
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Nurtured three (3) farmers within my operational area to receive farmer’s Day awards celebrated annually in the country.
- Demonstrated 10 new agrifood technologies and assisted 200 farmers in the peri-urban areas to increase yield.
- Provided new technologies and assisted farmers in increasing agricultural productivity in the municipality.
- Formed a livestock Farmer Based Organization (FBO) within my operational area with 130 active members, comprising 50 female farmers.
- Used demonstrations and research based teaching methods to instruct farmers on locally relevant agricultural topics.
- Promoted technological developments and innovative research to create awareness about environmental changes.
- Prepared and distributed educational leaflets, pamphlets and visual aids.
- Gave instruction on agricultural processes, pest management and food safety.
Agriculture Extension Agent
Department Of Agriculture- Ga Central Municipal Assembly
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Resource person for three (3) yoghurt demonstrations organized for 150 women groups, under the WIAD (Women in Agriculture Development) program.
- Provided new agrifood technologies and assisted farmers in the peri-urban area.
- Advised farmers and demonstrated techniques in feeding and health maintenance of livestock, growing and harvesting practices and financial planning.
- Conducted field demonstrations of new products, techniques and services.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Prepared and distributed educational leaflets, pamphlets and visual aids.
Quality Assurance Intern
Ministry Of Food And Agriculture, Amrahia
05.2016 - 06.2016
- Processing technologies in milk and meat products and Assisted the farm manager in running the day to day activities on the farm.
- Prepared QA evaluation reports and submitted to management.
- Maintained complete, accurate and legible test records, reviewing data for accuracy and trends and communicating concerns to supervisor.
- Created testing protocols to be used across product lines.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Determined overall product quality by accurately conducting and evaluating various QA tests.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Dairy And Meat Science And Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi 10.2013 - 07.2017
Skills
Staff Management
Strategic planning
Stakeholder communication
Tutoring and mentoring
Health and safety compliance
Problem and issue resolution
Operations understanding
Accomplishments
- Best Agroprocessor at the 37th National Farmers’ Day Celebration organized by the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Tema West Municipal in recognition of my outstanding contribution to the development of Agriculture within the municipality by providing the best and most nutritious yoghurt drink and the training of women and youth in food safety and processing.
Certification
Professional Database Technology, IPMC
Additional Information
Volunteer Organizer for Shedreams Africa
- Led and Coordinated International day of the Girl child activities in Tema Senior High School (October, 2022)
- Coordinated the stem online webinar on Int.day for women and girls in science by providing IT SUPPORT services for 20 selected schools ( February, 2022).
- Led in the planning and implementation of menstrual hygiene sensitization and donation of pads to 100 girls in Tema Community 2 ( May, 2021).
Work Availability
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Quote
The opposite of a true statement is a false statement, but the opposite of a profound truth may well be another profound truth.
Niels Bohr
Timeline
Co-Founder and CEO
Foodcup Limited
10.2019 - Current
Agriculture Extension Agent
Department Of Agriculture- Tema West Municipal Assembly
11.2018 - 10.2021
Agriculture Extension Agent
Department Of Agriculture- Ga Central Municipal Assembly
10.2017 - 07.2018
Quality Assurance Intern
Ministry Of Food And Agriculture, Amrahia
05.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor Of Science - Dairy And Meat Science And Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
10.2013 - 07.2017
Professional Database Technology, IPMC
07-2013