Ahmad Omar
Dodoma
Summary
Agricultural Officer with 6 years of experience across public and private institutions, leveraging deep knowledge and skills in agricultural production. Driven by the ambition to become a leading expert, I seek to contribute meaningfully to the nation's agri-food systems by influencing policy and regulatory frameworks that support sustainable practices and solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
11.2020 - Current
- Develop sustainable agricultural practices for increased production and productivity
- Enhance the use of modern improved technology to increase crop production and productivity.
- Collaborate with private agriculture institutions to enhance crop production.
- Liaise with public and private agencies to secure funding for agricultural development projects in rural communities.
- Analyze market trends and consumer demands, recommending suitable crops for cultivation based on profitability potentials.
- Organize capacity-building workshops tailored towards equipping smallholder farmers with tools essential for enhancing productivity levels within their respective farms.
- Provide technical advice and assistance to farmers and agricultural businesses.
- Prepare government agriculture sector reports.
Assistant Farm Manager
Mtibwa Sugar Estates Co. Limited
07.2017 - 10.2020
- Managed and supervised daily farm field operations
- Coordinated seasonal labor force, ensuring timely planting and harvesting activities.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies to maintain optimal stock for efficient farm operations.
- Ensured adherence to best practices in the field operations
- Ensured proper utilization of farm resources
- Provide training to the farm laborers in the field operations responsibilities.
- Assisted in budget management for optimized farm operations and reduced costs.
- Ensured crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization strategies.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly report and submit to the Farm Manager
Education
Bachelors of Science in Agriculture General -
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro, Tanzania11.2016
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination -
Usagara Secondary School
Tanga, Tanzania02.2013
Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) -
Maawal Secondary School
Tanga, Tanzania10.2010
Skills
- Crop Management
- Extension Services
- Agricultural Knowledge
- Agribusiness Management
- Leadership
- Research Abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork
Languages
English
Swahili
working achievements
- Participated in the development of Best Practice Manual at Mtibwa Sugar Estate Co. Limited
- Participated in the development of National Horticulture Development Strategy
- Participated in the preparation of Agriculture Inputs Guideline under Ministry of Agriculture
- Members of Local Organising Committee for Agriculture Food Systems Forum 2023
personal interests and hobbies
- Playing Football
- Listening to Music
- Photography
- Travelling
- Meteorology
personal information
- Place of Birth: Tanga
- Date of Birth: 08/31/93
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Marital Status: Single
references
- Happy P. Kitingati, Assistant Director – Agricultural Marketing, Ministry of Agriculture, P.O. Box 2182, Dodoma, +255787358533, happy.kitingati@kilimo.go.tz
- Rajab A. Mwemkumbi, Teacher, P.O. Box 2182, Handeni, Tanga, +255784337324, mwemkumbi012@gmail.com
- Zainab O. Rashid, Telecommunication Engineer, NFT Solutions Co. Ltd, P.O. Box 20352, DAR ES SALAAM, +255785839068, zainarash291@gmail.com
Timeline
Agricultural Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
11.2020 - Current
Assistant Farm Manager
Mtibwa Sugar Estates Co. Limited
07.2017 - 10.2020
Bachelors of Science in Agriculture General -
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination -
Usagara Secondary School
Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) -
Maawal Secondary School
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