Dedicated agriculturist with over three years of experience as an Extension Officer in the agricultural sector, specializing in sustainable farming practices, sales, and marketing. Passionate about empowering individuals and communities through education, resource optimization, and strategic support to boost crop yields, and promote agricultural resilience. Skilled in program development, stakeholder engagement, and market analysis, with a proven track record of driving successful outcomes, and fostering strong relationships between farmers and agricultural organizations. Committed to sustainable development, with a focus on creating meaningful impacts in agriculture and community development by leveraging expertise in extension services and marketing strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Extension Officer (EZCF Project)
Saro Agro Industrial Limited
05.2022 - Current
Sales & Market Growth.
Delivered on sales targets by promoting and selling conservation mechanization products to farmers, ensuring that products meet their needs.
Established new accounts and serviced existing clients, planning daily work schedules to maximize customer engagement and sales.
Maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring they had all necessary marketing materials to support product uptake.
Gathered competitive market intelligence on pricing, products, and industry trends to inform sales strategy and maintain market competitiveness.
Timely collection of payments for goods sold, ensuring financial targets were consistently met.
Agricultural Education and Technical Support.
Educated farmers on conservation farming, mechanization, and smart agriculture practices, helping to improve productivity and sustainability.
Provided internal and external technical advisory support, including training farmers on the use of conservation mechanization equipment.
Offered professional and technical advice to customers, ensuring the successful implementation of conservation mechanization practices.
Conducted demonstrations and organized field days to showcase the benefits of conservation mechanization, fostering a deep understanding and product adoption.
Product Promotion and Stakeholder Management.
Promoted conservation agriculture practices among farmers in the project area, including Kabwe, Kapiri, and Ngabwe districts, increasing awareness and adoption.
Coordinated and managed product promotions, ensuring Synergy products were effectively showcased and understood by key stakeholders.
Collaborated with external stakeholders, such as research institutions and government agencies, to support the adoption of conservation mechanization technologies.
Acted as the key contact for all crop protection and seed solutions, interfacing directly with commercial farmers to meet their needs.
Program Development and Data Collection.
Developed and implemented extension programs and materials to educate farmers on conservation, mechanization technologies, and practices.
Collected and documented data on the adoption and impact of conservation mechanization, ensuring that results were shared with relevant stakeholders for continuous improvement.
Managed and coordinated field trials and demonstrations to build understanding of Synergy product offers, and maximize the impact of product launches.
Customer Complaint Resolution and Reporting.
Investigated and resolved customer complaints, developing solutions, and preparing reports for management to enhance customer satisfaction.
Maintained regular communication with management, submitting weekly work plans, monthly sales reports, and activity summaries to track performance and progress.
Intern
Ministry of Livestock
02.2019 - 04.2020
Assist with data collection and analysis related to livestock production and health in Zambia
Conduct field visits to livestock farms to assess the conditions of animals and facilities
Assist in the development and implementation of livestock health and welfare programs
Participate in meetings and workshops related to livestock policy and development
Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations on livestock-related issues
Collaborate with other staff members on research projects and initiatives
Support the organization of training sessions for livestock farmers on best practices
Assist in the coordination of veterinary services and treatment for livestock
Provide administrative support as needed
Follow all guidelines and regulations set by the Ministry of Livestock
Intern
Dopper Farms
12.2019 - 01.2020
Assisted in the supervision of different farm enterprises that included beef cattle, dairy goats, pigs, village chickens and broiler chickens
Administration of medication to the animals
Education
MASTER OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT -
MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
Kabwe, Zambia
01.2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES (Animal Science)
THE UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2021
Skills
Microsoft Office
Communication
SAGE/POS
Supervision
Sustainable practices
Stakeholder management
Certification
Information and Communication Technology, University of Zambia
Sales and Marketing, Chain Research Organization and Consultancy
References
Dr. Sianangama, Lecturer, The University of Zambia, +260965401122
Mr. Nhlane, Lecturer, The University of Zambia, +260979343240