Mark Namakala
Kafue,09
Summary
Accomplished Fisheries Training Officer and Technician with the Ministry Of Fisheries And Livestock, adept in Train-the-Trainer and mentoring, significantly enhanced training effectiveness and fish population assessments. Leveraged facilitation techniques and innovative sampling for impactful conservation strategies, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and team collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fisheries Training Officer
Ministry Of Fisheries And Livestock
Kafue
12.2022 - Current
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of workmanship or attention to detail.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Facilitated open communication channels between the trainees and instructors leading to a more cohesive learning experience.
- Conducted regular assessments of existing training programs, making adjustments as necessary to maintain effectiveness and relevance.
- Implemented post-training surveys and evaluations in order to measure the efficacy of delivered courses.
- Boosted team morale and collaboration through effective communication strategies and team-building exercises during training sessions.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
Fisheries Technician
Ministry Of Fisheries And Livestock
Chirundu
07.2015 - 01.2023
- Enhanced fish population monitoring by conducting field surveys and collecting data on species abundance, distribution, and habitat use.
- Implemented innovative sampling techniques to improve the accuracy of fish population assessments in challenging environments.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing regulations in protecting priority fish species by monitoring compliance with guidelines such as catch limits or gear restrictions.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of habitat restoration projects to enhance fish spawning and rearing habitats.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive fishery management plans based on sound scientific data and stakeholder input.
- Streamlined data entry processes by utilizing specialized software to organize, analyze, and report findings from field studies.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts in support of fisheries research and conservation projects, including citizen science initiatives and habitat restoration workdays.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Resource Management
University of Africa
05.2022
Skills
- Train-the-Trainer
- Mentoring abilities
- Facilitation Techniques
- Class design
Accomplishments
- Achieved 10 by completing formation of Village committees and implementation of the fisheries management planwith accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
Certification
- Diploma in Fisheries Science - 2011 to 2014
- Diploma in Vocational and Technical Teaching-2023 to 2024
Languages
Nyanja, Tonga, Ngoni
Native language
Timeline
Fisheries Training Officer
Ministry Of Fisheries And Livestock
12.2022 - Current
Fisheries Technician
Ministry Of Fisheries And Livestock
07.2015 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Resource Management
University of Africa