Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Publications
Timeline
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Silas Uwumborge Takal

Saboba, Ghana

Summary

Dedicated PhD student, researcher, and environmentalist with a passion for education and sustainable development. As a professional teacher with the Ghana Education Service, I bring extensive expertise in fostering academic growth and promoting environmental consciousness. Equipped with strong critical and analytical skills, I excel in conducting rigorous research and solving complex challenges. A committed educationist, I am adept at designing impactful learning experiences and collaborating effectively with peers in diverse, interdisciplinary teams. Driven to make meaningful contributions to education, research, and environmental advocacy.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Subject Teacher (Biology, Integrated Science)

Ghana Education Service (GES), Saboba, N/R
06.2012 - Current
  • Teaching and assessment

Subject Teacher

National Service Scheme
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Teaching and assessment

Classroom Teacher

Ghana Education Service (GES), Saboba, N/R
09.2006 - 01.2008
  • Science teacher

Child Welfare Supervisor (CWS)

World Vision
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Supervised registered children’s welfare and correspond with their sponsors

Education

PhD Candidate - Environmental Management and Sustainability

University For Development Studies

Master of Philosophy - Natural Resource and Environmental Governance

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2017

Master of Science - Oil and Gas Resource Management

University of Cape Coast
01.2015

BSc. - Natural Resource Management

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2012

Teachers certificate - A

St. Francis Teacher Training College
Hohoe, V/R
01.2006

Senior Secondary School Certificate - SSSCE

Saboba E.P. Senior High School
Saboba, N/R
01.2002

Skills

  • Performance assessments
  • Technology integration
  • Peer collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Leadership
  • Environmental policy
  • Conflict resolution
  • Verbal and written communication

References

Prof. Ebenezer Owusu-Sekyere, (Professor), 0244649925, University for Development Studies, Department of Environment and Sustainability Science, Nyankpala, Tamale, Ghana.

Dr. Winston Asante, Senior Lecturer, FRNR-KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana, Tel: 0243143375

Dr. Aggrey Fynn, Director,, Institute of Oil and Gas Studies, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST, Ghana

Dr. Kwame Ochire-Boadu, SENIOR LECTURER,, Department of Forestry and Forest Resources Management, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, UDS, Tamale, Tel: 0546245026

Hobbies and Interests

Reading, Teaching, Research, Advocacy, Visiting Tourist Sites

Publications

  • Takal, S. U., Tahiru, A. W., & Owusu-Sakyere, E. (2023). The Role of Local Level Institutional Arrangements in Climate Change Adaptation of Rural Dwellers in Northern Ghana. Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment, (Articles in Press).
  • Tahiru, A. W., Cobbina, S. J., Asare, W., & Takal, S. U. (2024). Unlocking Energy from Waste: A Comprehensive Analysis of Municipal Solid Waste Recovery Potential in Ghana. World,5(2),192-218.
  • Tahiru, A. W., Takal, S. U., Sunkari, E. D., & Ampofo, S. (2023). A Review on Renewable Energy Scenario in Ethiopia. Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment,14(4),372-384.

Timeline

Subject Teacher

National Service Scheme
09.2012 - 08.2013

Subject Teacher (Biology, Integrated Science)

Ghana Education Service (GES), Saboba, N/R
06.2012 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Ghana Education Service (GES), Saboba, N/R
09.2006 - 01.2008

Child Welfare Supervisor (CWS)

World Vision
01.2006 - 01.2008

Master of Philosophy - Natural Resource and Environmental Governance

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Master of Science - Oil and Gas Resource Management

University of Cape Coast

BSc. - Natural Resource Management

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Teachers certificate - A

St. Francis Teacher Training College

Senior Secondary School Certificate - SSSCE

Saboba E.P. Senior High School

PhD Candidate - Environmental Management and Sustainability

University For Development Studies
Silas Uwumborge Takal