TIMOTH J. KITUNDU
Morogoro,TANZANIA
Summary
Attentive agricultural professional well-equipped to monitor and manage agricultural research and operations. Prepares and conducts tests and experiments to inform agricultural decisions. Strong command of sample collection and analysis.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6070
6070
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Agriculture field officer
NGS COMPANY LIMITED
Simiyu, TANZANIA
10.2024 - Current
- Promoted sustainable farming practices by providing tailored advice to farmers.
- Implemented soil testing procedures for improved crop yield.
- Improved farmer knowledge with regular educational workshops.
- Conducted field assessments to identify potential issues.
- Managed pest control measures, decreased crop damage.
- Collaborated with local agencies for implementation of community agricultural projects.
- Fostered relationships with farmers, ensured effective communication lines were maintained.
- Monitored weather patterns closely, advised farmers on best practices accordingly.
- Studied seed samples to assess quality and purity.
- Evaluated seed analysis data to identify germination rating.
Data collector
CARE INTERNATIONAL
Iringa, TANZANIA
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Improved data accuracy by conducting thorough research on varied sources.
- Collected and analysed data for insightful business decisions.
- Enhanced project outcomes with meticulous data collection methods.
- Utilised advanced software to streamline and automate data collection process.
- Aided in the development of strategic plans through provision of reliable data sets.
- Managed an extensive database, ensuring smooth operations and accessibility for all team members.
- Facilitated decision making with precise and timely delivery of collected data.
Soil scientist
Makete District-council
makete, Tanzania
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Soil Sample Collection and packaging, Wheat production and field preparation, Soil Analysis
- Promoted sustainable farming practices with educational workshops on soil health.
- Managed experimental design, resulting in more robust data sets.
- Communicated complex scientific findings to stakeholders, fostering informed decision-making processes.
- Conducted rigorous soil sampling programmes, enhancing database depth and breadth.
- Improved crop yields by providing recommendations for soil amendments based on test results.
- Provided expert guidance on erosion control measures, reducing topsoil loss significantly.
- Advised on soil management plans to achieve sustainability targets during construction.
- Prepared summaries and charts by testing and gathering samples and summarising findings.
- Developed soil conservation plans by assessing and analysing soil quality.
- Conducted field studies for improved understanding of soil dynamics.
Field practical trainee
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro, Tanzania
03.2022 - 04.2022
- How to produce paddy and their management practice, How to make layout in the field
- Enhanced practical skills by engaging in hands-on training activities.
- Assisted experienced staff for better understanding of job role.
- Completed assigned tasks, improved work efficiency.
- Developed problem-solving skills with involvement in complex tasks.
- Applied critical thinking skills to solve problems and address challenges.
- Shadowed senior team members to observe established processes and best practices.
- Embraced feedback from supervisors and peers to improve performance.
- Engaged in team discussions, meetings and training.
- Demonstrated proactive approach to learning new techniques and technologies.
Education
MSc. Crop science - Agriculture
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Tanzania 11/2023 -
BSC Agronomy (Hons) - Agriculture
Sokoine University of Agriculture-Morogoro
Tanzania 10/2020 - 08.2023
A-level Studies - Science study
CBG Lukole high school-Kagera
Tanzania 06/2018 - 06.2020
O-level Studies - Agriculture
St Thomas Aquinas secondary school-Tabora
01/2014 - 11.2017
Primary Education - undefined
Igunga primary school-Tabora
01.2006 - 01.2013
Skills
- Proposal and report writing
- Basic computer application: MS word, Ppt
- Leadership skills and Mass communication
- Data analysis by using GenStat
- Special project writing
- Presentation skills
- Article writing
- Crop production
Custom
- Driving
- Agriculture extension services
- Communicating with friends and Family
- Business planning
Accomplishments
Name:Prof. Sussan Msolla Nchimbi
Position: Lecture at Sokoine University of Agriculture(SUA)
Address:P.O BOX 3000 SUA MOROGORO
Phone:0754849971
Email: Nchimbi@sua.ac.tz
Name: Mr. Gerson saddick Stephen
Position: Lecture at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)
Address: P.O.BOX 3000 SUA Morogoro
Phone: +255782618238
E-mail: sadockgerison@gmail.com
Name: Fransis Joseph Masanja
Position: Research Assistant
Institute: Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute-TARI
Center:Tumbi-Tabora
Address: P.O.Box 306, Tabora ,Tanzania
Mob Phone:0782584254/0765495217
Email:fransismasanja02@gmail.com/piusmasanja11@gmail.com
Languages
English & Swahili
Timeline
Agriculture field officer
NGS COMPANY LIMITED
10.2024 - Current
Data collector
CARE INTERNATIONAL
02.2024 - 05.2024
Soil scientist
Makete District-council
03.2023 - 04.2023
Field practical trainee
Sokoine University of Agriculture
03.2022 - 04.2022
Primary Education - undefined
Igunga primary school-Tabora
01.2006 - 01.2013
MSc. Crop science - Agriculture
Sokoine University of Agriculture
11/2023 -
BSC Agronomy (Hons) - Agriculture
Sokoine University of Agriculture-Morogoro
10/2020 - 08.2023
A-level Studies - Science study
CBG Lukole high school-Kagera
06/2018 - 06.2020
O-level Studies - Agriculture
St Thomas Aquinas secondary school-Tabora
01/2014 - 11.2017
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