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RICHMOND OPOKU

Summary

An Agriculturalist with in-depth skills in Extension Services Delivery acquired through formal education and practical exposures and experiences

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Control Officer

KUAPA KOKOO FARMERS UNION AND MARKETING COMPSY
KUMASI
04.2024 - Current
  • Gathered, organized and distributed technical documentation.
  • Prepared technical presentations and other materials for advisory meetings.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to team members.
  • Lead training sessions for team members on various topics related to technology use within the workplace environment, fostering an atmosphere of continued learning amongst staff.
  • Updated supervisor on status of projects.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
  • Improved project outcomes, assisting with technical aspects of project management.
  • Supported project managers in technical documentation, contributing to project clarity and direction.
  • Assisted in development of training materials, enhancing employee technical skills.
  • Administered training to workers regarding internal control guidelines and standards.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to discuss progress towards achieving control objectives, addressing any concerns or roadblocks as needed.
  • Assisted senior management in evaluating potential acquisitions by performing due diligence reviews focused on assessing risks and controls environments.
  • Improved internal control processes by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective recommendations.
  • Assessed financial, accounting, and budgetary systems.
  • Identified potential risks and developed effective preventive strategies.
  • Played a critical role in safeguarding company assets by proactively identifying potential risks and taking appropriate measures to mitigate them before they could materialize into significant losses.
  • Continuously improved the effectiveness of the organization''s internal controls system through ongoing monitoring, evaluating, and updating procedures as necessary.

Technical Assistant

COCOA HEALTH AND EXTENSION DIVISION-COCOBOD
KONONGO
10.2020 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Supervision of Field Assistants.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Picking of Farm coordinates

Extension Agent

Agri-plus Horizon Farm Limited
Accra
07.2019 - 12.2019

National Service Person

COCOA HEALTH AND EXTENSION DIVISION-COCOBOD
Brofoyedru
07.2017 - 08.2018

Assisting Administrative Officer and Extension Officers on field and at the office

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Agriculture

KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI
11.2021

Certificate - General Agriculture

Ejura Agricultural College
Ejura
10.2017

West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate Ex - Agriculture Science

T.I AHMADIYYA Senior High School
KUMASI
06.2013

Skills

  • Equipment management
  • Operations Support
  • Research abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Relationship Building
  • Task Prioritization
  • Self Motivation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Driving and Riding
  • Professionalism
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Report Writing
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Packages
  • Documentation proficiency

Timeline

Internal Control Officer

KUAPA KOKOO FARMERS UNION AND MARKETING COMPSY
04.2024 - Current

Technical Assistant

COCOA HEALTH AND EXTENSION DIVISION-COCOBOD
10.2020 - 06.2024

Extension Agent

Agri-plus Horizon Farm Limited
07.2019 - 12.2019

National Service Person

COCOA HEALTH AND EXTENSION DIVISION-COCOBOD
07.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor Of Science - Agriculture

KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Certificate - General Agriculture

Ejura Agricultural College

West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate Ex - Agriculture Science

T.I AHMADIYYA Senior High School
RICHMOND OPOKU