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Felix Adolf Shayo
Arusha
Summary
Results-driven Research Officer specializing in wildlife data analysis and policy implementation. Developed research proposals and led efforts in monitoring and evaluating conservation strategies, driving impactful outcomes in wildlife management initiatives. Focused on advancing scientific knowledge through effective communication and critical thinking.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Officer
Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI)
Arusha, Tanzania
12.2021 - Current
- Planned and developed research proposals to address key wildlife management issues.
- Participate in initiating and formulating research projects under the guidance of senior research officers and in collaboration with stakeholder institutions.
- Undertake research activities in accordance with the approved programs.
- Assisted Senior Research Officer in collecting, processing, and analyzing data to enhance wildlife management strategies.
- Collaborated with research scientists to disseminate and apply research findings effectively.
- Supervise and develop subordinates.
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Regional Wildlife/Game Officer
Pwani Regional Secretariat
Kibaha
03.2013 - 12.2021
- Facilitated coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of implementation of wildlife plans and programs for Local Government Authorities (Districts);
- To monitor the implementation of and compliance with the policy and strategies;
- Harmonized and coordinated inter and intra-sectoral policy matters to enhance collaboration;
- To integrate programss and activities of the conventions and treaties into sector program and oversee their implementation by LGAs;
- Coordinated and oversaw implementation of conservation strategies for National Wetlands, Game Reserves, and Protected Areas.
- To coordinate establishment and management of Wildlife Management Areas (WMA);
- To coordinate management of wildlife in Game Controlled Areas and Open Areas;
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Field Team Leader (research)
Savannas Forever Tanzania
Njiro-Arusha
08.2009 - 02.2013
- Supervised field researchers by assigning and directing field duties to ensure project objectives were met.
- Conducted evaluations of field team staff, providing timely feedback to enhance performance and development.
- Review all data collected by research team and ensure that data is accurate, complete, and legible for data entry.
- Prepared field reports for donors, aligning with their requirements to ensure transparency and effective communication.
- Enter data into appropriate databases; transmit electronic data to headquarters timely and participate in the analysis and interpretation of data.
- Configured Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and instructed field staff on operational procedures.
- Meet with district and village authorities for introductions, permits and other communications.
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Education Officer (Science Teacher)
Ilboru Secondary School
Arusha
01.2009 - 08.2009
- Led Biology Unit, coordinating management and preparations for all biology-related activities and curriculum implementation.
- Taught Advanced Biology and guided students in practical sessions to enhance understanding of complex concepts.
- Designs and implements exercises and assignment that facilitated student's academic improvement.
- Documented student attendance and academic progress to ensure compliance with record-keeping requirements.
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Education
MSc. - Aquaculture
Ghent University
Ghent, Belgium09-2020
MSc. - Natural Resource Management
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD, Australia08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro, Tanzania08-2008
Skills
- Ecological data analysis
- Data management
- Proposal development
- Research policy development
- Monitoring evaluation
- Conservation planning
- Survey design
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Presentation skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
Publications Information
DF Bwenge, CA Masao, FA Shayo, BN Mbwambo(2024) 'Wildlife Conservation Implications of Large Mammals along the Standardgauge Railway from Dar es Salaam to Isaka, Kahama, Tanzania'., Anh, Nguyen Thi Ngoc, Felix A. Shayo, Nancy Nevejan, and Nguyen Van Hoa (2020) 'Effects of stocking densities and feeding rates on water quality, feed efficiency, and performance of white leg shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei in an integrated system with sea grape Caulerpa lentillifera., Mtui, D.T., Haule, L.J., Ogutu, J.O., Preston, A., Braun, J., Newmark, W.D., Kohi, E.M., Kimera, J., Mtalika, M., Adam, H. Shayo, F., and Mtoka, S., 2026. Monitoring the prevalence and distribution of chytrid fungus (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis) in the Kihansi Spray Toad (Nectophrynoides asperginis) population in the Kihansi Gorge spray wetlands, Tanzania. Ecology and Evolution, 16(1), p.e72873., Amphibian survey for the Identification of the African River Frog Genus Amietia (Anura: Pyxicephalidae) From Mt. Kilimanjaro, February 2025 funded by Altezza Travel Ltd.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/25/83
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Tanzanian
References
- Celestine Gasake, Personal Referee, NeuroScs (PhD), Managing Director, 3AG Consulting PTY LTD, QLD 4870, Australia
- Nsajigwa Mbije, Academic Referee, Senior Lecturer, College of Forestry, Wildlife and Tourism, Sokoine University of Agriculture, P.O. Box 3010, Morogoro, Tanzania, +255754362337, mbije@yahoo.com / mbije@suanet.ac.tz
- Dr. John Bukombe, Work Referee, Centre Director, Southern Highlands Wildlife Research Centre, Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute, P.O.Box 661, Arusha, Tanzania, +255 767305968, bukombe.john@tawiri.or.tz
Field Practical Experiences
- 03/01/19 - 04/01/19, Various visits paid to algae, fish, shrimp, mussel and/or oyster farms and aquaculture related research institutes during a two-weeks excursion to the Portugal and Spain countries having significant aquaculture relevance.
- 07/01/19 - 08/01/19, Five weeks internship at National Breeding Center for Southern Freshwater Aquaculture, Cai Be, Vietnam.
- 2006-2008, Various fields at Tanzania National Parks (Mikumi, Ruaha, Udzungwa, Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti, Arusha, Mt.Kilimanjaro National parks), Manyara ranch and Olmotonyi Forestry Training Institute.
Summary Of Professional Profile
Experience to conduct carnivore and other large mammal and amphibian surveys in various protected areas in Tanzania accounting for their presences, population densities, diversities, abundancies and demographics. Profound skills in Aquatic ecology, Environmental Management and Conservation Biology, acquaintance with coastal ecosystems including Rufiji Delta, GBRMPA and North Sea in Australian and Belgium Seas respectively. Also demonstrated acquired theory and field skills in Fish Biology and other aquatic animals, mangrove forests, seagrass beds, pelagic systems and coral reefs. Capacitated in Wildlife project designing, implementing, supervising and monitoring.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swahili
Native
Native
Affiliations
- Monitoring &Evaluation Champion (2023-Present)
- Budget Officer (2022-Present)
- Risk Champion (2024-Present)
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Prestigious Australian Awards for MSc. Natural Resource Management (2015-2016)
- Recipient of VLIR-OUS Scholarship for MSc. Aquaculture (2018-2020)
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkPart TimeGig WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Research Officer
Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI)
12.2021 - Current
Regional Wildlife/Game Officer
Pwani Regional Secretariat
03.2013 - 12.2021
Field Team Leader (research)
Savannas Forever Tanzania
08.2009 - 02.2013
Education Officer (Science Teacher)
Ilboru Secondary School
01.2009 - 08.2009
MSc. - Aquaculture
Ghent University
MSc. - Natural Resource Management
James Cook University
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
Sokoine University of Agriculture