LAWRENCE ASAMOAH
Summary
I am committed to achieving realistic set goals through hard work and good human relations. Skilled multitasker with a superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Manager
Fredlin Farms Limited
06.2016 - Current
- Providing technical assistance, taking records of the farm, training unskilled workers
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques, and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
Laboratory Intern
Cocoa Research Institute Of Ghana
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Recorded test results on standardized forms to enter into database and communicate to appropriate personnel.
- Fulfilled lab assistant or specimen processor duties to support work of technicians, technologists and scientists.
- Compared laboratory data against specifications to determine if results met requirements.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
Consultant
African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (Yara Ghana)
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitoring the sales and distribution of free fertilizers to qualified farmers, data entry with kobo collects.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
Fellow
Lead for Ghana (Non-Governmental Organization)
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Teaching and building leadership skills among learners in rural areas.
- Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
Teacher
Nation Builders Corp, NABCO
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Teaching Integrated Science and Social Studies
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Teaching and Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Assisted in general academic work, research, and administrative work/activities in the department
- Assisted the editorial team for the Ghanaian Journal of Animal Science.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
Hall Assistant Officer (Study and Work)
Independence Hall, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Facilitated the social, academic, and personal adjustment of students in the hall of residence and the university.
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
Internship
Department of Animal Science, KNUST
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisting in the university's farm operation (feed mixing, meat processing, etc.)
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana06.2017
High School Diploma -
University Practice Senior High School
Cape Coast, Ghana05.2013
Skills
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoints, and SPSS)
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with little or no supervision
- Research (Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Agriculture)
- Data interpretation
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Presentations
- Social Media Sites
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
Position Held
- 2023, Chief Laboratory Intern, Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana
- 2019 to 2022, Secretary, Methodist Youth Fellowship, MYF, Fawoade, Kumasi, Ghana
- 2014 - 2015, Organizing Committee Member, International Association of Students in Agriculture and Related Sciences, IAAS-KNUST
Research
Asamoah, L. (2017) . The Effects of Naked Neck and Frizzling Gene on the Growth and Egg-Laying Performance of Chicken (A Review Paper), BSc. Thesis, Department of Animal Science, KNUST.
ONGOING PROJECT
Master of Philosophy (Mphil Biotechnology) Project: Identification and Characterization of Lactic Acid Bacteria involved in Ghanaian Cocoa Fermentation.
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATES
- Athena Global Education
- Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety Management, December, 2023 (Course level 7)
- NAP-Ag MOOC
- Certificate issued by UN in collaboration with UNITAR, FAO, UNDP and supported by federal ministry for the environment, nature conservation, building and nuclear safety on NATIONAL ADAPTATION PLANS: BUILDING CLIMATE RESILIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (A MASSIVE ONLINE COURSE) - January 2018
- USAID
- Certificate issued by USAID, FEED THE FUTURE and Africa Lead on BUILDING CAPACITY FOR AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL TRANSFORMATION, CHAMPIONS FOR CHANGE LEADERSHIP SHORT COURSE, held at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana from, August 21-25, 2017
Conferences Workshops Seminars Attended
- Unleashing the Potential of Soil Health and Bio-Fertility, Council For Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Soil Research Institute - October, 2023
- One-day intensive project management and entrepreneurship training - June, 2018
- Pals Africa- Poultry, Aquaculture, and livestock show, held from 1st -3rd November, 2017
- Pals Africa- poultry, Aquaculture, and livestock show, held from 21st-23rd January, 2016
- Exit Strategy Summit-2015 Edition, bringing the gap between the lecture theatre and the job market
Hobbies and Interests
- I enjoy working with people, sharing ideas, and helping others.
- Reading
- Online Learning
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
References
- Prof. Kwaku Adomako, Department of Animal Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, (+233) 50 104 3560, kwadom75@yahoo.co.uk
- Mr Clement Osei, Biochemistry and Physiology Division, Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana, Akyim Tafo, Ghana, (+233) 24 340 8366, clerast@gmail.com
- Prof (Mrs.) Comfort Charity Atuahene, Department of Animal Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, (+233) 50 918 1820, ccharityatuahene@yahoo.com
Timeline
Laboratory Intern
Cocoa Research Institute Of Ghana
03.2023 - 11.2023
Consultant
African Fertilizer and Agribusiness Partnership (Yara Ghana)
11.2022 - 06.2023
Fellow
Lead for Ghana (Non-Governmental Organization)
09.2020 - 05.2022
Teacher
Nation Builders Corp, NABCO
11.2018 - 11.2020
Teaching and Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
09.2017 - 10.2018
Farm Manager
Fredlin Farms Limited
06.2016 - Current
Internship
Department of Animal Science, KNUST
06.2016 - 08.2016
Hall Assistant Officer (Study and Work)
Independence Hall, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
09.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
University Practice Senior High School
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