Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Certification
REFEREES
Timeline
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LAMECK JACOB

Arusha

Summary

Detail-driven Research Assistant with background in executing data collection, analysis and management tasks. Displayed strengths include strong analytical skills, proficiency in research methodologies and commitment to ensuring accuracy of data interpretation. Previous work has led to valuable contributions towards scientific advancements, showcasing ability to carry out complex projects efficiently.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

Centre for Research Cooperation Limited (CRC)
Mara
01.2024 - Current
  • Collected animal fecal samples to assess gastrointestinal parasites in ecological movements within wildlife and livestock interface near protected areas
  • Checked and maintained insect traps to identify various insect species
  • Assessed long term vegetation dynamics by capturing photographs from designated photo points
  • Supported graduate students in their field studies and projects, including those pursuing a PhD
  • Effectively handled project planning, budgeting, and vehicle maintenance.

Field Research Assistant

Serengeti Biodiversity Program and Tanzania National Park
06.2021 - 10.2023
  • Assisted in the formulation of tourism policies within protected areas by conducting GIS surveys and gathering information on lodge facilities.

Field Research Assistant

Serengeti Biodiversity Program
Serengeti Wildlife Research Centre (SWRC)
09.2020 - 10.2023
  • Conducted monthly wildlife transects
  • Measured vegetation cover
  • Set up and managed camera traps to capture wildlife
  • Actively participated in attaching GPS collars onto a variety of animals including wildebeest and carnivores, while closely overseeing their tracking
  • Collected animal fecal samples.

Field Research Assistant

09.2020 - 10.2023
  • Managed data entry tasks efficiently
  • Cleaned and summarized statistical data with the use of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)
  • Utilized GIS technology to effectively map and identify locations within protected areas.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management -

College of African Wildlife Management
TANZANIA

Advance Level: Chemistry, Biology, And Geography -

Green Bird Boys High School

Ordinary Level -

Mukidoma High School

Skills

  • Data management and analysis
  • Paramilitary techniques
  • Questionnaire Development
  • Basic accounting
  • Management of project finances
  • Project planning
  • Information Communication Technology basic
  • GPS use
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Project Management
  • Budget Preparation
  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Wildlife tracking

Volunteer Experience

Tourism officer volunteer, Arusha National Park, 08/01/19, 03/01/20 

  • Managed interpretation services including tour guiding, checking in and out permits, and filing tourist permits while ensuring accurate daily reporting

Mweka Student Volunteer, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 01/01/18, 02/01/18

  • Contributed to surveys aimed at identifying key resources within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Mweka Student Volunteer, Serengeti, 06/07/17, 06/19/17

  • Engaged in vehicle and foot patrols for anti-poaching efforts, conducted animal rescue missions, and contributed to fire management initiatives to preserve the Serengeti ecosystem

Saadani National Park, Amani Nature Reserve and Pangani District, 02/16/17, 02/20/17

  • Conducted habitat identification and comprehensive plant inventory assessments

Mount Kilimanjaro, 12/16/16, 12/20/16

  • Climbed Mount Kilimanjaro as a pivotal component of wildlife manager training, significantly enhancing wilderness survival skills and physical fitness

Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem, 01/19/16, 01/29/16

  • Participated in biological classification and genetic sampling, organizing living organisms according to their taxonomic ranks to assess animal co-existence and resource sharing within their habitats.

Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem and Meserani Snake Park, 10/12/15, 10/17/15

  • Conducted field studies on reptiles and amphibians to deepen understanding of their ecological roles within the Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem and at Meserani Snake Park.

Certification

  • A 4wheel licensed driver
  • National service

REFEREES

1. Dr. Simon Raphael Mduma

Former Director General Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute

P. O. Box 14445

ARUSHA

Email Address: simonmduma@gmail.com

Mobile no: +255 754 266 554

2. DR J. Grant C. Hopcraft

Boyd Orr Centre For Population and Ecosystem Health

Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health and Comparative Medicine

University of Glasgow, UK

Email Address: grant.hopcraft@glasgow.ac.uk

Tel no: +44-141-330-6993

3. Dr. Oliver C. Nyakunga

Senior Lecturer, Deputy Rector Research and Academic Consultancy

College of African Wildlife Management (CAWM), Mweka

P.O. Box 3031,

MOSHI

Email Address: onyakunga@mwekawildlife.ac.tz

Mobile no: +255 783 354 348

Timeline

Research Assistant

Centre for Research Cooperation Limited (CRC)
01.2024 - Current

Field Research Assistant

Serengeti Biodiversity Program and Tanzania National Park
06.2021 - 10.2023

Field Research Assistant

Serengeti Biodiversity Program
09.2020 - 10.2023

Field Research Assistant

09.2020 - 10.2023

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management -

College of African Wildlife Management

Advance Level: Chemistry, Biology, And Geography -

Green Bird Boys High School

Ordinary Level -

Mukidoma High School
  • A 4wheel licensed driver
  • National service
LAMECK JACOB