Emmanuel Koranteng
Summary
I am an astute, results-oriented achiever with a proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated strong adaptability and effective interpersonal skills, achieving high-quality interactions and maintaining data integrity. Proficient in utilizing software for accurate data input, ensuring confidentiality and compliance throughout the process. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Telephone Interviewer
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
04.2025 - Current
- Gathering data and insights from rice farmers during telephone interviews.
- Exceeding daily call quotas while maintaining high-quality interactions, ensuring timely project progress.
- Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of survey objectives, and guidelines related to telephone interviewing processes.
- Assisted in the development of interviewer training materials, leading to improved interviewing techniques amongst colleagues.
Field Enumerator
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Interviewed rice farmers and agricultural extension officers across five rice growing regions in Ghana.
- Read maps and used GPS systems to prepare efficient routes for physical visits to respondents and collect necessary data.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, protecting respondent privacy and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines.
- Interviewed respondents in assigned areas to explain the purpose of the survey, ask questions, and accurately record answers.
- Identified potential issues or discrepancies during data collection, proactively addressing concerns to maintain data integrity.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills in the field.
- Reviewed questionnaire submissions for accuracy and completeness at end of each day, flagging incomplete or problematic surveys for further review.
Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Interviewed street food vendors and street food consumers about their perception of the effect of food safety risk concerns on consumers' behavior in street food consumption in urban Ghana.
- Assisted a doctoral candidate in collecting quantitative data for theses development
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, protecting respondent privacy and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines.
- Identified potential issues or discrepancies during data collection, proactively addressing concerns to maintain data integrity.
- Utilized various software programs to accurately input collected data into appropriate databases for analysis.
- Reduced survey errors by maintaining a strong attention to detail while recording respondent information.
Research Assistant and Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted household and plot-level farm surveys, collected, analyzed data, and prepared progress reports.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Teaching and Research Assistant
University of Ghana, Legon
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided support to students with special needs, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Supported faculty members with administrative tasks such as grading assignments, proctoring exams, and maintaining attendance records.
- Mentored and supervised undergraduate students, guiding them towards academic success and personal growth.
- Assisted professors in conducting research projects, contributing to published articles and conference presentations.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Interviewed 173 street food vendors and consumers concerning their knowledge, practices, attitudes, and perceptions of food safety
- Read maps and used GPS systems to prepare efficient routes to visit respondents and collect necessary data physically.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, protecting respondent privacy and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines.
- Interviewed residents in assigned areas to explain purpose of survey, ask questions, and accurately record answers.
- Identified potential issues or discrepancies during data collection, proactively addressing concerns to maintain data integrity.
Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Interviewed 80 street food vendors regarding their knowledge, attitudes, perceptions, and food safety practices.
- Assisted a doctoral candidate in conducting fieldwork to obtain primary data for theses development.
- Utilized computer-assisted interview software program to accurately input collected data into appropriate databases for analysis.
- Reduced survey errors by maintaining a strong attention to detail while recording respondent information.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, protecting respondent privacy and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Agribusiness)
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana10-2022
WASSCE - General Science
St John's Grammar Senior High School
Accra05-2018
Skills
- Team player and ability to work with little or no supervision
- Proficient in the use of electronic data collection platforms: ODK Collect, KoboCollect, and Qualtrics
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in data entry and analysis using SPSS
- Cross-cultural sensitivity and building rapport
- Multitasking Abilities and Computer skills
- Adaptability and flexibility in changing environments
- Collaborative teamwork expertise
- Empathy in communication and Skilled in conducting interviews
Languages
English
Timeline
Telephone Interviewer
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
04.2025 - Current
Field Enumerator
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
02.2025 - 03.2025
Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
07.2024 - 07.2024
Research Assistant and Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
09.2023 - 12.2023
Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
06.2023 - 06.2023
Field Enumerator
University of Ghana, Legon
04.2023 - 04.2023
Teaching and Research Assistant
University of Ghana, Legon
11.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Agribusiness)
University of Ghana
WASSCE - General Science
St John's Grammar Senior High School