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Affiliations
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Certification
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Kennedy Likando

Ndola

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in conservation

-agriculture-related roles. Proficient in conservation software, administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Agriculture Field Officer

Ziman Farms
Nitsana
11.2023 - Current
  • Organized field trips for trainees from Zambia to learn about different aspects of farming operations.
  • Collected and analyzed data on crop diseases, production levels, and crop yields.
  • Conducted field visits to assess the quality of crops, soil and other environmental conditions.
  • Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
  • Researched and analyzed crop disease data, and reported on findings.
  • Planting crops in designated areas within the greenhouses.
  • Noticing and eliminating any potential element that may prevent healthy plant growth, like pests, diseases and weeds.
  • Setting up and maintaining irrigation systems to water plants, both outdoors and inside the greenhouse.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the company.

Biodiversity Research Analyst

Game Rangers International
Itezhi Tezhi
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy of research results.
  • Utilized a variety of tools such as Excel, Earth Ranger, Spartial Monitoring and Reporting Tool, Arc gis, Arcgis 123, MinTab, SPSS, and databases for effective data manipulation and analysis.
  • Conducted Biodiversity surveys to understand species trends in the Game Management Area to keep abreast with changes.
  • Built research instruments and drafted questions for digital, traditional and in-person surveyes.
  • Analyzed datasets utilizing analytics techniques.
  • Developed and used specific methodologies for collecting and analyzing data.
  • Trained over 30 Game Scouts on the use and correctly collect data using Spatial Monitoring and reporting Tool.
  • Wrote reports outlining findings from Biodiversity Research and Team Patrol findigs.
  • Presented the work of the organisations to its major donor.
  • Determined best methods to meet research objectives and produce useful data.
  • Created graphical illustrations, mapping, vissualizations and inforgraphs to share research insights.

Enumeratoer

Indaba Agriculture Policy Research Insitute
Ndola
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Provided assistance in translating questions from English to Bemba and Lamba.
  • Developed effective communication skills necessary for engaging with smallm scale rural farmers.
  • Ensured privacy of participants during the survey process by following established protocols.
  • Verified accuracy of survey responses by double-checking data with the suooervisor
  • Collaborated with research team members to develop strategies for effectively reaching target population groups.
  • Reviewed survey results for accuracy before submitting them to the supervisor for review.
  • Conducted household interviews and administered questionnaires to obtain data.
  • Participated in focus group discussions with members of the community to gain insight into their experiences and perspectives.
  • Compiled collected data into a database.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the enumeration process.
  • Conducted follow-up interviews with participants if additional clarification was needed regarding their responses.
  • Provided feedback and suggestions on ways to improve the overall efficiency of the enumeration process.
  • Met daily with supervisor to discuss and report results.
  • Explained survey functions and objectives.
  • Used computers or specified forms to compile and record data survey.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Agriculture

Ramat Negev Agriculture Insitute
Israel
09-2022

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management

Copperbelt University
Kitwe
04-2022

Some College (No Degree) - Public Management And Governance

University of South Africa
South Africa
08-2021

Skills

  • Crop Management
  • Arcgis, Arcgis 123
  • SPSS and Minitab
  • Microsoft Office
  • Pest Control
  • Records Management
  • Leader

Affiliations

  • Pencil artist.
  • Swimming.
  • Preacher.
  • Basic Martial Karate Learner.
  • Birder.
  • Reviewing articles.

Accomplishments

  • Ambassador of the Month with Bird Watch Zambia.
  • Best Enumerator.
  • Best Chair Leader.

Certification

  • Arcgis
  • Public Management and Governance
  • Enumerator
  • Catholic Students Community Laygroup Chairperson

Languages

French
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Bemba
Advanced (C1)
C1
Nyanja
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Referees

Sagi Iftra,

CEO,

Ziman Farms,

+972544866823.

Webster Mwaanga,

Research Coordinator,

Game Rangers International,

+260975111577.

Moses Chibesa,

Lecturer,

Copperbelt University,

+260960571685.

Timeline

Agriculture Field Officer

Ziman Farms
11.2023 - Current

Biodiversity Research Analyst

Game Rangers International
03.2023 - 10.2023

Enumeratoer

Indaba Agriculture Policy Research Insitute
05.2019 - 07.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Agriculture

Ramat Negev Agriculture Insitute

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management

Copperbelt University

Some College (No Degree) - Public Management And Governance

University of South Africa

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