NEEMA JOSEPH NSUNZA
ARUSHA
Summary
A committed and detail-focused Environmental Officer with hands-on experience in field research, data collection, and conservation initiatives. Passionate about environmental sustainability, natural resource management, and community engagement, with a strong background in conducting surveys, analyzing ecological data, and contributing to conservation projects. Skilled in organizing and facilitating afforestation and other environmental programs by fostering community participation and ownership. Seeking to apply my experience and dedication to environmental protection in advancing impactful sustainability projects and policy development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Officer Assistant
Jane Goodall Institute
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in entering and managing large volumes of field data, ensuring accuracy and consistency
- Collaborated with project teams to review and validate data for quality assurance
- Prepared reports summarizing key findings from collected data and presented them to supervisors
- Supported field activities and research efforts aimed at conservation and sustainable development
Field Officer Intern
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained detailed records of all collected data, ensuring compliance with project requirements and deadlines
- Provided feedback and insights to project teams based on field data, contributing to process improvements
- Assisted in data entry, organization, and preliminary analysis for project reports and stakeholder presentations
- Conducted field data collection to support environmental conservation projects
Volunteer
Organization of People Empowerment (OPE)
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Organized and mobilized local farmers for participation in afforestation and sustainability initiatives
- Coordinated the distribution of tree seedlings, ensuring efficient allocation to farmers and communities
- Provided basic training and awareness on the importance of tree planting for environmental conservation
Surveyor
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Collected field data using the Solstice app to support conservation projects and research initiatives
- Attended workshops and training sessions to enhance surveying techniques and project implementation skills
- Ensured the accuracy and reliability of collected data through regular validation checks and quality control processes
- Assisted in analyzing data trends and compiling reports to inform conservation strategies and decision-making
Research Assistant
Open Map Street Development Tanzania (OMDTZ)
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Designed and prepared structured questionnaires using Kobo Toolbox for data collection
- Conducted door-to-door interviews using Open Data Kit (ODK) to gather relevant community data
- Compiled and submitted daily reports to project coordinators, ensuring timely documentation of findings
- Participated in specialized training sessions to enhance data collection techniques and accuracy
- Uploaded and managed collected data in the system, ensuring proper organization and accessibility
Education
Degree - Environmental Science and Management
Sokoine University of agriculture
12.2022
Skills
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Office
- Problem solving
- Report writing
- Documentation
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Community engagement
- Communication skills
- Creativity and innovation
- Field research
Certification
Data collection and Analysis Training, Environmental Watch Association of Tanzania (EWAT), 2021
Additional Information
Excellent in speaking and writing both English and Swahili languages, Availability for travel and fieldwork, including remote locations, Willing to take on additional responsibilities related to field coordination, community engagement, and project reporting.
Timeline
Field Officer Assistant
Jane Goodall Institute
03.2024 - 06.2024
Field Officer Intern
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
09.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer
Organization of People Empowerment (OPE)
04.2023 - 06.2023
Surveyor
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
03.2022 - 04.2022
Research Assistant
Open Map Street Development Tanzania (OMDTZ)
08.2021 - 10.2021
Degree - Environmental Science and Management
Sokoine University of agriculture
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