Highly accomplished Agribusiness and Sustainable Development professional with extensive experience in competency-based training, project management, and mixed-methods research across Ghana, Tanzania, South Africa, and South Korea. Proven ability to drive innovation, formalize farmer-based organizations, and enhance financial inclusion within the agricultural value chain. Adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver impactful programs, policy insights, and research outcomes that advance food security and climate resilience.
Consultant
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Summary
Leading the development of comprehensive Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) manuals, enhancing agricultural standards and market readiness across 9 key value chains in Ghana.
Highlights
Developed comprehensive Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) manuals tailored for 9 critical agricultural value chains in Ghana, improving compliance and productivity.
Translated complex agricultural best practices into accessible guidelines, facilitating adoption by diverse farming communities.
Contributed to strengthening agricultural sustainability and market access for smallholder farmers within the AgriFinance framework.
Program Manager (Postharvest Innovation Hub)
Legon, Greater Accra, Ghana
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Summary
Directed the Eco-Inveg project, overseeing all phases from planning to dissemination, and managed the Postharvest Innovation Hub's strategic initiatives, including a challenge for youth and female-led agribusinesses and robust knowledge management.
Highlights
Spearheaded the planning, management, and coordination of the Eco-Inveg project, aimed at enhancing production and consumption of African Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables in Ghana and Mali.
Developed and executed a comprehensive knowledge management and dissemination strategy, ensuring project outcomes reached diverse stakeholders effectively.
Grew the Postharvest Innovation Hub's social media and LinkedIn presence to over 1,000 followers within 6 months, significantly expanding outreach and engagement.
Coordinated the design, implementation, and monitoring of the Postharvest Innovation Challenge, successfully supporting youth and female-led agribusinesses focused on indigenous African fruits and vegetables.
Organized and facilitated numerous stakeholder workshops, policy dialogues, and training sessions, fostering critical discussions and capacity building.
Authored and contributed to technical reports, policy briefs, and peer-reviewed journal articles, translating research into actionable insights for policy and practice.
Cultivated and strengthened collaborations and stakeholder engagements, enhancing the project's reach and impact across the agricultural ecosystem.
Hub Manager (Postharvest Innovation Hub)
Legon, Greater Accra, Ghana
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Summary
Managed the Postharvest Innovation Hub, driving knowledge dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and research initiatives to advance post-harvest solutions and support agribusiness development.
Highlights
Organized and facilitated numerous stakeholder workshops, policy dialogues, and training programs, fostering knowledge exchange and capacity building in postharvest innovation.
Authored technical reports, policy briefs, and peer-reviewed journal articles, disseminating critical research findings to academic and policy communities.
Cultivated strategic collaborations and stakeholder engagements, expanding the hub's network and impact across the agricultural value chain.
Provided comprehensive research support and supervision for undergraduate students, guiding product development, laboratory research, and field surveys.
Head, Value Chain, Farmer Partnerships & Climate Change Manager
Ghana
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Summary
Directed value chain and farmer partnership initiatives while managing climate change programs, designing training, coordinating research, and engaging diverse stakeholders to drive sustainable agricultural development.
Highlights
Designed and implemented impactful training modules, significantly enhancing farmer capacity in sustainable agricultural and climate-resilient practices.
Coordinated extensive agriculture and climate change-related research projects, ensuring strategic alignment and effective execution.
Cultivated and managed relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including financial institutions, NGOs, farmers, and researchers, for robust project design and monitoring.
Led initiatives to formalize farmer-based organizations and promote financial inclusion, strengthening agricultural value chains and community resilience.
Developed and disseminated policy briefs and technical reports, influencing strategic decision-making in climate change adaptation and agricultural development.
Graduate Research Assistant IFEA-ECO Project
Legon, Greater Accra, Ghana
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Summary
Supported advanced research on technology transfer and intellectual property, facilitating the promotion of agricultural innovations at the University of Ghana.
Highlights
Contributed to research initiatives focused on enhancing technology transfer and intellectual property frameworks for agricultural innovations.
Assisted in data collection and analysis to identify best practices for promoting agricultural advancements within the university ecosystem.
Intern
Ghana
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Summary
Conducted critical feasibility studies and research for agricultural development initiatives, informing strategic decisions for cocoa and horticultural sectors in Ghana.
Highlights
Executed an extensive feasibility study for the establishment of a Cocoa Warehouse, providing strategic recommendations for cocoa cooperatives in Ghana's Western Region.
Conducted in-depth research on food safety within the horticultural sector in Ghana, identifying key challenges and potential interventions.
Junior Consultant
Ghana
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Summary
Provided specialized research and consulting services for the SNV Hortifresh project, focusing on critical food safety issues within Ghana's horticultural sector.
Highlights
Conducted targeted research and analysis on food safety practices and challenges within the horticultural sector, contributing to the SNV Hortifresh project objectives.
Generated insights on food safety standards and compliance, informing project strategies for improving horticultural value chains in Ghana.
Facilitator/Trainer & Project Officer
Ghana
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Summary
Led training and facilitation for USAID-funded agricultural leadership programs, overseeing project implementation and empowering over 120 participants in competency-based development.
Highlights
Designed and delivered competency-based training modules, significantly enhancing the skills of agricultural professionals.
Trained and facilitated sessions for over 120 participants in the 'Champions for Change in Agriculture Short Course,' fostering leadership and innovation.
Managed project activities for the Network of Women in Growth, ensuring effective implementation of capacity-building initiatives.
Collaborated with USAID Feed the Future and Africalead DAI to strengthen agricultural value chains and promote sustainable practices.
Programs Coordinator
Ghana
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Summary
Coordinated program initiatives for Nimbus Foundation, leading needs assessment studies and overseeing research and project implementation.
Highlights
Facilitated comprehensive needs assessment studies, providing critical data to inform strategic program development.
Coordinated research efforts and project implementation, ensuring timely and effective delivery of foundation initiatives.
Managed stakeholder engagement for program activities, fostering collaboration and maximizing community impact.
Communications Liaison (Short Course on Climate Change and Sustainable Development)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
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Summary
Served as Communications Liaison for the ACCFP Secretariat, managing stakeholder correspondence and engaging applicants for climate change and sustainable development training programs.
Highlights
Managed active correspondence and engagement with diverse stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and facilitating program outreach.
Coordinated communication with applicants for training programs organized by the ACCFP Secretariat, contributing to successful participant recruitment.
Ensured effective information flow and engagement for the Short Course on Climate Change and Sustainable Development.
Research Associate
Tanzania, United Republic of
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Summary
Conducted advanced research in critical areas of climate change, green growth, agrobiodiversity, and food security at Sokoine University of Agriculture.
Highlights
Executed comprehensive research projects on Climate Change, Green Growth, Agrobiodiversity, and Food Security, contributing to academic and policy insights.
Analyzed complex environmental and agricultural data to identify trends and inform sustainable development strategies.
Authored research findings for potential publication, advancing knowledge in key areas of natural resource management.
Member of Secretariat
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
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Summary
Contributed to the successful organization of the Afrideltas Conference in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, ensuring smooth logistical and operational execution.
Highlights
Facilitated key aspects of conference organization, ensuring seamless execution of event logistics and participant experience.
Coordinated communications and resources among organizing committee members and external stakeholders.
Co-Facilitator
Ghana
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Summary
Co-facilitated an international agricultural exchange program, leading educational field tours for a delegation from the University of Delaware Eastern Shore.
Highlights
Led educational field tours to agricultural processing firms, Parliament House, and historical sites, enriching the learning experience for international delegates.
Facilitated knowledge exchange and cultural immersion for participants in the International Agricultural Experience Exchange Program.
Teaching and Research Assistant
Legon, Greater Accra, Ghana
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Summary
Supported academic and research initiatives within the Department of Crop Science, assisting in module design, research execution, and data collection.
Highlights
Conducted research and assisted in the design of academic modules, enhancing curriculum development for crop science programs.
Provided comprehensive support for various research projects, including data collection, analysis, and literature reviews.
Contributed to the academic and research output of the Department of Crop Science, supporting faculty and student initiatives.
Intern
Ghana
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Summary
Supported research and data collection efforts within the Sericulture Department at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research.
Highlights
Assisted senior researchers in conducting experiments and collecting critical data for sericulture-related studies.
Contributed to the ongoing research initiatives aimed at advancing industrial research in sericulture.
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PhD
Agribusiness
Grade: Thesis Submitted
Courses
Rural Finance
Applied Econometrics
Economics for Agribusinesses
Agribusiness Management
Rural Development
Advanced Scientific Writing and Seminar Delivery
Food Policy
Public Policy (Process, Analysis and Negotiation)
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MSc.
Natural Resources Assessment and Management (NARAM)
Courses
Resource Economics
Environmental Impact Assessment
Tropical Ecosystems
Applied Ecology
Contemporary Issues in Natural Resource Management
Population, Development and Environment and Development Planning in Natural Resources Management
Climate Change and Variability
Integrated Water Resource Management
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MPhil.
Crop Science
Courses
Food Microbiology
Postharvest Losses and Loss Assessment
Food Processing
Storage of Agricultural Produce
Food Additives and Toxicology
Storage Pests and Diseases
Quality Assurance
Microenterprise Development and Research Methods
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BSc.
Agriculture
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S.S.S.C.E.
General Studies
Awarded By
GirledUP Ghana
Awarded By
University of Johannesburg (Trilateral Research Chair in Transformative Innovation)
Awarded By
Centre for International Agriculture and Development, Institute of Green Bio-Sciences and Technology, Seoul National University- South Korea
Awarded By
AfricaLics Visiting Fellowship Program (2023 Cohort)
Awarded By
PASET-RSIF PhD
Awarded By
African Climate Change Fellowship Programme, ACCFP (Phase III)
Awarded By
Global Development Network /United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
"Imagining the Future of Africa, 2025" Essay Competition
Awarded By
TRECCAFRICA, EU-sponsored Intra-ACP Masters Scholarship
Awarded By
West Africa University Games (WAUG) Hockey Tournament
Awarded By
Ghana University Sports Association (GUSA) Hockey Tournament
Published by
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
Summary
Co-authored research on cocoyam leaves, focusing on drying methods, pretreatment, and storage conditions to assess nutritional quality and consumer acceptability.
Published by
Frontiers in Horticulture
Summary
Co-authored research examining postharvest handling practices for indigenous vegetables in Ghana, with implications for minimizing food loss and improving nutritional value.
Published by
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
Summary
Co-authored a publication identifying challenges, risk factors, and interventions for food safety within Ghana's horticultural sector.
Published by
United Nations Environment Programme
Summary
Contributing author for Chapter 3 of the United Nations Environment Programme's report on green opportunities for youth in Africa.
Published by
Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA), University of Dar es Salaam
Summary
MSc. Dissertation submitted to the Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA), University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, focusing on agrobiodiversity, climate change adaptation, and food security.
Published by
Crop Science Department, University of Ghana
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M.Phil Dissertation submitted to the Crop Science Department, University of Ghana, investigating the impact of contaminated irrigation water on microbial levels in lettuce.
Published by
Crop Science Department, University of Ghana
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Undergraduate Dissertation submitted to the Crop Science Department, University of Ghana, assessing postharvest losses in pineapple.
Project Management, Competency-Based Training (CBT), Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Analysis, Knowledge Management, Program Coordination, Curriculum Development, Monitoring & Evaluation, Grant Writing (implied), Social Media Management.
Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Feasibility Studies, Needs Assessment, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Peer-Reviewed Publications, STATA, SPSS, GENSTAT, Applied Econometrics.
Agribusiness Development, Agricultural Value Chain Management, Food Security, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Postharvest Innovation, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Food Safety, Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, Rural Development, Agrobiodiversity.
Leadership, Organizational Skills, Training & Facilitation, Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Collaboration, Cross-Cultural Communication, MS Word, PowerPoint.