Patrick Namoomba Mweene
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic veterinary professional with extensive experience in herd health program management, client management and education. Proven ability to create customized solutions that boost livestock welfare, production and enterprise operational efficiency. Experience in leading teams and managing stakeholder relationships, achieving notable improvements in animal health results.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Veterinarian
Westwood Veterinary Services
Kitwe
04.2025 - Current
- Developed customized herd health programs to meet specific farm needs.
- Delivered community training on livestock management and animal nutrition to enhance udder health practices.
- Examined animals to diagnose health issues and formulate treatment plans.
- Conducted tuberculosis and brucellosis testing in dairy cattle to ensure herd health.
- Administered vaccinations and preventive care to sustain animal well-being.
- Advised farmers on hygiene standards for effective cattle management.
- Facilitated marketing of agricultural and veterinary products to boost revenue.
- Collaborated with agricultural cooperatives on market development initiatives.
Business Manager
Old Pine Resources Limited
Kitwe
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed operations of three farms, overseeing livestock and tree plantations with a diverse workforce.
- Directed human resource functions, including employee placement, welfare management, and conflict resolution.
- Oversaw equipment hire management to support operational efficiency.
- Developed strategic budgets and plans to align resources with business goals.
- Trained employees to enhance skills and productivity.
- Maintained accurate record keeping and reporting for farm activities.
- Supervised routine herd health programs, including vaccinations, deworming, and dipping.
- Sourced and procured essential products, materials, tree seedlings, and plants for ongoing operations.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Coordinated team activities to align with organizational goals and objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to optimize business processes.
Veterinary Surgeon
Farmers Square Company Ltd
Kitwe
10.2019 - 09.2023
- Developed targeted marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and assess customer needs for veterinary products.
- Managed emergency cases promptly while delivering aftercare instructions to clients.
- Established relationships with suppliers and negotiated competitive procurement deals.
- Collaborated with government and private entities to strengthen partnerships and expand distribution channels.
- Coached and mentored team members to improve performance and achieve revenue goals.
- Analyzed sales data to inform strategy adjustments and enhance customer targeting efforts.
- Coordinated promotional events to boost product awareness and drive customer interactions.
Veterinary Surgeon
Star Zampak Zambia Ltd
Lusaka
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Marketing and sale of veterinary Products
- Developing marketing and sales strategy for wholesale and distribution of Veterinary products
- Providing technical support to clients
- Veterinary consultations
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Maintained relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding products or services.
- Created and maintained relationships with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to drive sales growth.
- Gathered customer feedback on product performance and service quality.
- Analyzed competitive products in the marketplace.
- Performed administrative tasks related to sales operations such as filing documents.
Veterinary consultant
AgriserveAgro Zambia Limited
Lusaka
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Executed strategic marketing and sales initiatives for veterinary products, driving revenue growth.
- Implemented herd health programs including vaccinations and deworming for effective livestock management.
- Trained staff and farmers on responsible veterinary product usage to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in artificial insemination programs, optimizing breeding outcomes.
- Conducted pregnancy diagnoses in cattle, improving herd management efficiency.
- Collaborated with clients to assess their agricultural needs and provide tailored solutions.
Veterinarian
Polvet Livestock Consult
Lusaka
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Diagnosed and treated disease conditions in animals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Advised farmers on prudent drug usage to enhance livestock welfare.
- Performed surgical operations on animals, adhering to safety protocols.
- Conducted thorough health assessments on livestock for preventive care.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for various animal diseases.
- Administered vaccinations and medications according to veterinary guidelines.
- Monitored recovery of post-surgical animals, providing essential follow-up care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for all patients.
Veterinarian
Chelston Veterinary Services
Lusaka
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Diagnosed and treated diseases in sick animals, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Conducted thorough health assessments on livestock to facilitate preventive care.
- Administered vaccinations and medications according to veterinary guidelines.
- Performed surgical procedures while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and recovery of animals post-surgery, providing essential follow-up care.
- Educated clients on animal nutrition, welfare best practices, and responsible pet ownership.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for all patients.
- Provided technical support to animal owners, fostering informed decision-making.
Veterinarian
Freelance
Lusaka
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Delivered technical advice to farmers on effective husbandry practices.
- Conducted diagnosis and treatment of diseases across various animal species.
- Executed vaccination and deworming programs for livestock and pets to ensure compliance.
- Managed piggery operations to enhance productivity and animal welfare.
- Performed tuberculosis testing in cattle using tuberculin testing method.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for all patient treatments.
- Educated clients on optimal pet nutrition and behavior management strategies.
Education
MBA General - Business Administration
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe04-2027
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia01.2013
Grade 12 Certificate -
St. Canisius High School
Monze, Zambia11-2002
Grade 7 Certificate -
Jacaranda Basic School
Lusaka, Zambia10-1997
Skills
- Herd health program management
- Team leadership
- Client education
- Animal health management
- Veterinary diagnostics
- Livestock management
- Surgical operations
- Animal diagnosis and treatment
- Training and mentoring
- Husbandry training
- Stakeholder management
- Conflict resolution
- Marketing and sales
Other Responsibilities Held
- Team Manager, Westwood United Football Team
- Coach, Namilonga Football Club
- School Representative, University of Zambia Veterinary Students Association (UNZAVETSA)
- Chairperson, UNZAVETSA Electoral Commission
Personal Information
- Title: Veterinary Surgeon
- NRC #: 854400/11/1
- Date of Birth: 04/18/84
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Single
- Place of Birth: Kabwe
Hobbies and Interests
- Soccer
- Badminton
- Chess
- Scrabble
Languages
Nyanja, English, Tonga, Nsenga, Bemba
General Skills Acquired
- Competent and fluent communication
- Business Strategy
- Product marketing and sales
- Agro Business management
- Basic invasive surgery
- Competent usage of veterinary equipment
- Pregnancy diagnosis in cattle
- Meat inspection
- Restraint and handling of domestic animals
- Rapport establishment with people
- Feed/ ration formulation
- Computer literate: conversant with Microsoft word, PowerPoint, excel
- Competent driver for both manual and automatic motor vehicles
- Interpretation of financial statements
Attributes
- Hard worker
- Good time keeper
- Good inter-personal skills
- Good team worker
- Good leadership skills
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
nyanja
Native
Native
Tonga
Elementary (A2)
A2
Bemba
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Nsenga
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
VCZ Certificate of Registration as a Veterinary Surgeon
Timeline
Managing Veterinarian
Westwood Veterinary Services
04.2025 - Current
Business Manager
Old Pine Resources Limited
01.2023 - 01.2024
Veterinary Surgeon
Farmers Square Company Ltd
10.2019 - 09.2023
Veterinary Surgeon
Star Zampak Zambia Ltd
03.2019 - 10.2019
Veterinary consultant
AgriserveAgro Zambia Limited
01.2016 - 01.2017
Veterinarian
Polvet Livestock Consult
02.2015 - 05.2015
Veterinarian
Chelston Veterinary Services
05.2014 - 01.2015
Veterinarian
Freelance
01.2013 - 01.2015
MBA General - Business Administration
The Copperbelt University
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University of Zambia
Grade 12 Certificate -
St. Canisius High School
Grade 7 Certificate -
Jacaranda Basic School