Womba Ntoka
Forestry
Lusaka
Summary
I am a qualified Scientist with a Degree in Science Forestry with exeprience in afforestation. I prefer working in a challenging role within a suitable working environment. I am passionate about research, problem solving and conservation of the natural resources and management of the environment. I am a great team player and I would like to be part of a productive team and make tremendous contribution to your organisation
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant Research Intern
Centre For International Research
Lusaka
03.2014 - 05.2024
- Worked closely with the Project Manager to support and resolve research requests across the project stakeholders.
- Collected data from the project area in Nyimba district, in eight villages. Conducted training for the village based researchers (VBR) and community awareness
- Created thorough research reports on structural Wood in use under the National REDD+ Strategy(NRS) for Zambia, assessing suitability for structural wood in use purposes.
- Utilised developed problem-solving skills to find innovative research solutions for recording the generation of forest and carbon stock volumes and improving the knowledge of monitoring , reporting and verifying(MRV) with the local communities.
- Presented key metrics of village forest action plans ,research to the Project Manager and the project team, providing thorough supporting documentation for helping the communities to manage village forest sustainably.
Community Mobiliser
Kondwani Kapinga
Kapiri
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Communicated effectively with diverse stakeholders, offering continued courtesy, enthusiasm and clarity.
- Worked closely with diverse community groups to promote positive change through setting up 30 bee hives for bee keeping as an alternative livelihood sources in order to curb deforestation in Kapiri
- Consulted interested parties and specific stakeholders to gather information for successful project implementation
Environmental and Social Officer
YOLU Enviro Tech Limited
Kapiri
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented the Contractor's Environmental Social Management Plan
- Developed and implemented the Contractor's Health and Safety Management Plan
Programs Coordinator
Save the Environment Organisation (STEO)
Lusaka
11.2015 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with the board and management team to establish programme annual work plans
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised staff to sustain organisational operations and champion organisational mission.
- Maximised employee retention by creating positive work environment.
- Acted as liaison between organisations, partners, stakeholders and members to promote and improve services and communication.
- Awareness of rural environmental education and community based natural resources
- Developed a number of innovative project proposals that aimed at raising awareness on climate change, deforestation and providing alternative livelihoods.
- Implemented training for environmental educators that aimed at empowering women with alternative
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe 04.2011 - 01.2014
GCSEs - High School - Grade 10 to 12
Angelina Tembo Girls High School
Kabwe 01.2007 - 11.2009
GCSEs - Grade 9
Angelina Tembo Girls High School
Kabwe, Central Province 01.2005 - 11.2006
Skills
Problem Solving, Data Analysis and Team Work
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Community Mobiliser
Kondwani Kapinga
04.2022 - 08.2022
Environmental and Social Officer
YOLU Enviro Tech Limited
03.2021 - 10.2021
Programs Coordinator
Save the Environment Organisation (STEO)
11.2015 - 10.2021
Assistant Research Intern
Centre For International Research
03.2014 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
The Copperbelt University
04.2011 - 01.2014
GCSEs - High School - Grade 10 to 12
Angelina Tembo Girls High School
01.2007 - 11.2009
GCSEs - Grade 9
Angelina Tembo Girls High School
01.2005 - 11.2006
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