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JESKA JOSEPH SATALE

KILIMANJARO

Summary

Accomplished Horticulturist with a proven track record at Rafiki Coffee Board, enhancing nursery operations and plant propagation efficiency by 90%. Expert in sustainable farming and soil management, coupled with exceptional team leadership and training abilities. Fluent in English and Swahili, driving continuous improvement and fostering environmental stewardship.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Officer

Tailorwinch
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the coffee nursery, ensuring efficient and effective management of resources.
  • Propagation: Supervise the propagation process of coffee plants from seeds or cuttings, ensuring proper techniques are followed for germination and early growth stages.
  • Plant Care: Monitor and maintain the health of coffee seedlings, including watering schedules, fertilization, pest control, and disease management.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that coffee seedlings meet quality standards, including uniformity in growth, health, and readiness for transplantation.
  • Inventory Management: Keep track of inventory levels of seeds, seedlings, and other supplies needed for nursery operations.
  • Training and Supervision: Train and supervise nursery staff in planting techniques, maintenance tasks, and safety protocols.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of planting activities, growth monitoring, inventory levels, and any issues encountered.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, agricultural standards, and safety protocols in nursery operations.
  • Collaboration: Coordinate with other departments or stakeholders, such as farm managers or agricultural researchers, to support overall coffee cultivation goals.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiency enhancements, and cost-saving measures within the nursery.

Coffee Nursery Supervisor

Rafiki Coffee Board
01.2018 - 10.2020
  • Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the coffee nursery, ensuring efficient and effective management of resources.
  • Propagation: Supervise the propagation process of coffee plants from seeds or cuttings, ensuring proper techniques are followed for germination and early growth stages.
  • Plant Care: Monitor and maintain the health of coffee seedlings, including watering schedules, fertilization, pest control, and disease management.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that coffee seedlings meet quality standards, including uniformity in growth, health, and readiness for transplantation.
  • Inventory Management: Keep track of inventory levels of seeds, seedlings, and other supplies needed for nursery operations.
  • Training and Supervision: Train and supervise nursery staff in planting techniques, maintenance tasks, and safety protocols.
  • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of planting activities, growth monitoring, inventory levels, and any issues encountered.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, agricultural standards, and safety protocols in nursery operations.
  • Collaboration: Coordinate with other departments or stakeholders, such as farm managers or agricultural researchers, to support overall coffee cultivation goals.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiency enhancements, and cost-saving measures within the nursery.

Education

DIPLOMA IN HORTICULTURE

HORTI TENGERU
ARUSHA
10.2015

Skills

  • Expertise in plant identification, propagation, and cultivation techniques specific to Tanzanian flora
  • Proficient in soil management, irrigation systems, and integrated pest management strategies
  • Strong knowledge of sustainable farming practices and organic gardening principles
  • Excellent communication skills with a passion for educating others about horticulture and environmental stewardship
  • Valid Tanzanian driver's license with clean driving record
  • Language proficiency: English Fluent :Swahili Native

Hobbies

  • Gardening: Enhances knowledge of plant care and soil management.
  • Photography: Useful for documenting field activities, plant growth, and pest issues.
  • Reading: Staying updated with the latest agricultural research and techniques.
  • Volunteer Work: Engaging with community projects related to agriculture or environmental conservation.
  • DIY Projects: Building small-scale agricultural tools or garden structures.

Timeline

Field Officer

Tailorwinch
11.2020 - 12.2022

Coffee Nursery Supervisor

Rafiki Coffee Board
01.2018 - 10.2020

DIPLOMA IN HORTICULTURE

HORTI TENGERU

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