LILIAN NZIOKA
@liliannzioka
I help agricultural exporters meet phytosanitary requirements and access international markets.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
At Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), I conduct phytosanitary inspections and support export certification for agricultural consignments moving to international markets.
I've participated in 319 inspections across 89 export facilities, where 99.7% met applicable compliance requirements. My work spans ports, container freight stations, export facilities, nurseries, fields, and seed certification activities.
I use ODK and IEICS to collect, manage, and analyze field and inspection data, then prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation that support evidence-based decisions. I also work with exporters, government agencies, and inspection teams to address compliance issues and facilitate safe agricultural trade.
I'm particularly interested in connecting agricultural regulation, market requirements, trade intelligence, and quality assurance to help exporters access and retain international markets. Alongside my agricultural work, I'm building skills in digital research, technical content creation, virtual assistance, and data-driven business support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Plant Health Inspector
Apr 2021 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Conduct phytosanitary inspections of plant products and regulated articles at ports, container freight stations, export facilities, nurseries and field locations to verify compliance with national and international plant health requirements.
• Support export certification processes, including inspection and issuance of phytosanitary documentation for agricultural consignments destined for internat
Worked as Content Creator at freelancer.
• Promoted Dawa Pharmaceutical’s products to healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, and other medical staff.
• Conducted product presentations and detailed discussions about the benefits, uses, and potential side effects of pharmaceutical products.
• Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets within assigned territories.
• Built and maintained st
• Supported the certification process by ensuring that seed lots met the required standards for quality and health.
• Assisted in the preparation of certification documents and maintained accurate records of seed inspections and tests.
• Participated in field inspections of seed production areas to monitor crop health, identify pests and diseases, and ensure compliance with seed certification stan
• Assisted in the collection of plant specimens from various ecosystems across Kenya for scientific research and preservation.
• Prepared and preserved plant specimens using herbarium techniques, including pressing, drying, mounting, and labeling.
• Catalogued and organized plant specimens in the herbarium collection, ensuring accurate record-keeping and data entry.
• Participated in taxonomic stu
• Conducted microbiological testing of various products, including food, water, and agricultural samples, to ensure compliance with national and international standards.
• Performed routine and specialized tests such as total viable count, coliform count, and detection of specific pathogens (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli) using standard microbiological techniques.
• Assisted in the preparation and ste
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Meru University of science and technology
Biological sciences, Botany and Zoology, Botany and zoology
2012 - 2016
Meru University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Botany and Zoology
2012 - 2016
Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with a focus on Botany and Zoology, gaining comprehensive knowledge in plant and animal biology.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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