Nketiah Maxwell Oppong
Kumasi
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented agriculture graduate with a strong foundation in production analysis, macroeconomics, and project appraisal. Skilled in data analysis, research methodologies, and hands-on agricultural techniques, including plant propagation and productivity assessments. Seeking a challenging role in the agricultural or research sector to apply technical expertise, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and develop innovative solutions for enhanced productivity and resource management.
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teller
Juaben Rural Bank
Juaben
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at local banking branch.
- Assisted customers with account inquiries and provided relevant information.
- Maintained cash drawer integrity through regular audits and reconciliations.
- Received and processed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments and other banking services.
Agriculture Officer
Juaben Municipal Assembly
Juaben
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Collected and analyzed farming data to optimize practices and guide policy decisions.
- Prepared detailed reports to support evidence-based decision-making and conducted inspections to track project progress and recommend solutions.
- Participated in workshops on modern farming techniques, tailoring content with data insights.
- Promoted sustainable practices via forums and data-driven discussions and ensured equitable distribution of agricultural inputs using data insights.
Intern
Centre for Scientific and Industrial Research
Kumasi
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted experiments on the effects of heavy metals on crop growth in collaboration with an international researcher (Ms. Yaqin, Germany)
- Gained experience in horticulture and plant propagation techniques
- Participated in field experiments on okra cultivation and storage methods
- Assisted in developing cassava flour-based bread and pastries for commercial purposes
- Explored bud manipulation on corn for enhanced commercial viability
Education
BSc. - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
WASSCE - General Science
Opoku Ware Senior High School
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- SPSS
- STATA
- Structural Equation Modeling
- Data cleaning
- Data entry
- Data analysis
References
- Dr. Seth Etuah, Lecturer- Agricultural Economics Agribusiness and Extension, sethetuahh56@gmail.com
- Dr. Kwasi Ohene- Yankyera, Senior Lecturer- Agricultural Economics Agribusiness and Extension, kwasiyanky@yahoo.com
- Prof. Joseph Sarkodie- Addo, Lecturer- Crop and Soil department- KNUST, jaddosak@yahoo.com, 0244576813
Projects
Impact of Farmer Cooperative Membership on Maize Productivity and Intensity of Input Usage in the Ejisu Municipality, Conducted extensive data collection and analysis to assess the productivity impacts of cooperative memberships. Examined resource management practices and their influence on agricultural outputs.
Personal Information
Gender: Male
Achievements Interests
- Successfully completed a comprehensive undergraduate research project analyzing the impact of farmer cooperative membership on maize productivity, providing actionable insights for agricultural development.
- Collaborated with international researchers at CSIR-CRI to study the effects of heavy metals on crops and develop innovative approaches to plant propagation and storage techniques.
- Interested in sustainable agricultural development and innovative farming technologies.
- Enthusiastic about exploring new agricultural technologies and methods to boost productivity and address global food security challenges.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Teller
Juaben Rural Bank
12.2024 - 11.2025
Agriculture Officer
Juaben Municipal Assembly
11.2023 - 10.2024
Intern
Centre for Scientific and Industrial Research
06.2022 - 08.2022
BSc. - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
WASSCE - General Science
Opoku Ware Senior High School