YAMBILANI NYIRENDA
Summary
An agricultural professional with knowledge and experience in the seed sector, sustainable waste management, crop protection, and microfinance sectors. As a Technical Officer providing technical support, managing projects, conduct research, and collaborating with others to ensure seamless trade facilitation. Expertise lies in leveraging a diverse skill set to drive innovation and optimize agricultural practices for sustainable growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
TECHNICAL OFFICER
ZAMBIA SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION (ZASTA)
03.2023 - Current
- Participate in Regulatory, Liaison and Representation of the Associations, Collaborate and/or liaise with relevant bodies such as ZARI, SCCI, UNZA, ZEMA, AFSTA and other regional bodies – SADC, COMESA, and the Zambian Government in general
- Assisting in conducting baseline surveys, management / leading of projects and monitoring and evaluation of association projects
- Assist and work hand in hand with SCCI in implementing the “Reducing sale of Counterfeit Legume Seed through Use of Digital Technology” project and be the association contact person
- Assist in developing annual plans and forecasts for projects
- Manage and exploit new internal and external opportunities arising throughout the year not included in annual plans
- Attending meetings and assisting in keeping minutes on behalf of ZASTA
- Maintain electronic and paper-based records for each member and ensured information on assigned projects was organized and easily accessible to authorized persons
- Keeping track of membership subscriptions and generating invoices
- Assisting in promoting the visibility of the Associations through structured marketing tools – virtual platforms, monthly bulletins etc
- Assist in driving Stewardship and Training (Advocacy & Campaigns)
- Assist with the administration and office management
- Assisting in updating Association Members on new developments in the respective industries at local, regional, and international levels
- To deliver with absolute efficiency and effectiveness assigned duties and support to the Executive Secretary
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Secretary and/or by the President of ZASTA.
TECHNICAL OFFICER
CROPLIFE ZAMBIA and ZAMBIA SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Participate in Regulatory, Liaison and Representation of the Associations, Collaborate and/or liaise with relevant bodies such as ZARI, SCCI, UNZA, ZEMA, AFSTA and other regional bodies – SADC, COMESA, and the Zambian Government in general.
- Aided in the execution of baseline surveys, project management/leadership, and monitoring/evaluation of association projects.
- Collaborated with Tandem and various partners to successfully execute sustainable waste management project(s).
- Provide support in creating yearly project plans and forecasts, while also effectively identifying and capitalizing on emerging opportunities throughout the year.
- Participated in meetings and supported the documentation of minutes for ZASTA / CropLife.
- Maintained electronic and paper-based records for every member, ensuring organized and easily accessible project information for authorized individuals.
- Managed membership subscriptions and invoicing system
- Assisted in enhancing the Associations' visibility through various marketing tools such as virtual platforms and monthly bulletins.
- Participated in the promotion of Stewardship and Training initiatives (Advocacy & Campaigns).
- Supported in maintaining efficient office management
- Facilitated effective knowledge sharing within the Association by regularly updating Members on new developments in their respective industries, both locally and internationally.
- To deliver with absolute efficiency and effectiveness assigned duties and support to the Executive Secretary (CEO).
- Executed various tasks delegated by the CEO, President of ZASTA, and Chairperson of CropLife through the CEO.
CLIENT OFFICER
AGORA MICROFINANCE
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Drove sales for loan and non-loan products while managing credit cycles.
- Product marketing and information dissemination,
- Conducted client screening and training for Village Bank. Evaluated loan applications and appraised loans. Efficiently processed disbursements and recorded cash collections.
- Arrears management,
- Policy adherence
- Problem-solving and maintaining good relations with clients.
Education
PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN PROGRAM PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION -
MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
Kabwe, Zambia07.2024
CERTIFICATE, TRAINING OF TRAINERS ON SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE HANDLING OF PESTICIDES COURSE -
CROPLIFE ZAMBIA
Lusaka10.2022
BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURAL DEGREE -
MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
Kabwe, Zambia11.2017
GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION -
ROMA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
Lusaka, Zambia12.2012
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Analytical Thinking
References
- Mr Godfrey Mwila, Executive Secretary, Zambia Seed Trade Association, godfreymwila@zasta.net, +260776-985050
- Mr. Ernest Muzukutwa, Chief Executive Officer, CropLife Zambia, emuzukutwa@yahoo.co.uk, +2609964-029148
- Mr. Clement Chileshe, Petauke Branch Manager, Agora MicroFinance Zambia, chilesheclement@gmail.com, +260974-082170
- Mr. Nchimunya Bbebe, Lecturer School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Mulungushi University, nchimunyabbebe@yahoo.com, +260975-658971
Languages
Nyanja, Bemba, Tumbuka
Native language
Timeline
TECHNICAL OFFICER
ZAMBIA SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION (ZASTA)
03.2023 - Current
TECHNICAL OFFICER
CROPLIFE ZAMBIA and ZAMBIA SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION
07.2021 - 02.2023
CLIENT OFFICER
AGORA MICROFINANCE
06.2020 - 07.2021
PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN PROGRAM PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION -
MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATE, TRAINING OF TRAINERS ON SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE HANDLING OF PESTICIDES COURSE -
CROPLIFE ZAMBIA
BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURAL DEGREE -
MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION -
ROMA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL
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