Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Farm Manager
COCOA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
9 2015 - Current
Directed and coordinated worker activities, such as planting, irrigation, chemical application, harvesting, grading, payroll, and recordkeeping
Contracted with farmers or independent owners for raising of crops or for management of crop production
Coordinated growing activities with those of engineering, equipment maintenance, packing houses, and other related departments
Analyzed market conditions to determine acreage allocations
Conferred with purchasers and arranges for sale of crops
Records information, such as production, farm management practices, and parent stock, and prepares financial and operational reports
Determined procedural changes in drying, grading, storage, and shipment for greater efficiency and accuracy
Analyzed soil to determine type and quantity of fertilizer required for maximum production
Inspected equipment to ensure proper functioning
Inspected orchards and fields to determine maturity dates of crops or to estimate potential crop damage from weather
Planned and directed development and production of hybrid plant varieties with high yield or disease and insect resistant characteristics.
Agricultural Technologist
COCOA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
10.2010 - 08.2015
Recorded data pertaining to experimentation and research
Trained and overseeing the work of farm labourers; planting seeds and monitoring their growth
Conducted tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants to disease or insects
Identified pests or fungus plaguing plants
Propagate standard varieties of plant materials
Collect and germinate seeds
Conduct insect surveys
Prepared culture media, following standard procedures
Transplant trees, vegetables, or horticultural plants
Prepare or present agricultural demonstrations
Providing necessary assistance needed by Research Scientists in developing improved agricultural innovations
Dissemination of agricultural innovations to the farmers.
Human Resources Officer
ONLINE DYNAMIX LIMITED
03.2007 - 09.2010
Developed training and development programs
Assisting with performance management processes and devising staff remuneration and rewards
Maintain employee records (attendance) according to policy and legal requirements; Review employment and working conditions of the staffs
Recruitment of the staffs which involved identifying, sourcing, screening, shortlisting, and interviewing candidates for jobs within the organization
Formulation of career development plans
Developed and implement policies on issues such as working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities and disciplinary procedures
Provided counseling on policies and procedures
Ensured meticulous implementation of payroll and benefits administration
Monitored the health and safety of all employees
Implemented systematic staff development procedures.
Education
PGD Agricultural Extension and Rural Development -
Federal University of Agriculture
Abeokuta, Nigeria
HND Agricultural Extension and Farm Management - undefined
Federal College of Agriculture
Akure, Nigeria
Skills
IT: Proficient in Electronic Data Processing such as MSWord, MsPower Point, MsExcel, Corel Draw
Communication: Empathy and excellent communication/listening skills with good Interaction abilities
Organization: Effective organizational design skills involving orderly approach, strong organized file system, strong time management skills and personal efficiency
Multitasking: Good negotiating skills and ability to Prioritise and affect change management
Strategic Management Of Human Resources: Awareness and ability to affect People Management as the saying goes “People are our most important asset’
Accomplishments
Managed various farm operations and supervised site. Maintained inventory for all farm supplies.
Implemented most effective farming practices resulting in a 35% increase in production
Developed and oversaw operational budget.
Successfully doubled yield for crops while managing a farm and oversaw a 40 percent increase in profits from sales.
Skilled in managing and optimizing various farming operations, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations
Activities
Attended series of Seminars and Trainings on the role of Agricultural Technologists in Agricultural developments.
Trainings on staff recruitments policies.
Pursued a proficient certificate in Management.
Timeline
Agricultural Technologist
COCOA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
10.2010 - 08.2015
Human Resources Officer
ONLINE DYNAMIX LIMITED
03.2007 - 09.2010
Farm Manager
COCOA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA
9 2015 - Current
PGD Agricultural Extension and Rural Development -
Federal University of Agriculture
HND Agricultural Extension and Farm Management - undefined
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