RICHARD NETIAH
NKAWIE
Summary
A result-driven agriculturist with a proven track record in conservational agriculture and effective communication, honed at the University of Energy and Natural Resource and the Center For No-Till Agriculture, I leveraged my problem-solving abilities and expertise in Conservation Agriculture to enhance farm yield and productivity. My strong interpersonal communication skills and proficiency in computer applications like Excel have consistently supported team collaboration and efficient data management, contributing to successful project outcomes and informed decision-making. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Agroecology Officer Position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Cocoa Health And Extension Division, (Nkawie)
Kumasi, Ghana
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Sharing of chemicals (pesticides, insecticides ect) to farmers.
- Regular visit to farmers and taking of Coordinate in prune cocoa farm.
- Participate farmers training
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to cocoa farmers.
Intern
Center For No-Till Agriculture
Kumasi, Ghana
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Provided Support in improving the farm yield through the implementation of self-commitment
- Conservation Agriculture land preparation
- Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Knowledge in using different cover at the right time
- Experience in using mechanical hand-held slasher for land clearing and Tractor for crimping and cultivation.
- Maintaining permanent soil cover
- Knowledge in Conservation Agriculture principles
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Vacation Farm practice
Ministry Of Food Agriculture, Nkawie
Kumasi, Ghana
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted in farm visit and educating farmers at field
- Filling of forms at office
- Participate in visiting award farmers farms for farmers day celebration
- I learnt simple technique to multiple plantain suckers
- Assisted in surveying farms
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University Of Energy And Natural Resource
Sunyani, Ghana11.2023
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Skills( Excel, Power point, MS Word etc)
- Data Entry
- Managing of field equipment
- Skills in conservational Agriculture
- Problem solving
- Communication skills(verbal and writing)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Volunteer
Cocoa Health And Extension Division, (Nkawie)
10.2022 - 11.2022
Intern
Center For No-Till Agriculture
06.2022 - 09.2022
Vacation Farm practice
Ministry Of Food Agriculture, Nkawie
04.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University Of Energy And Natural Resource