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Modesta Apah

@modestaapah

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Early-career forest technician focused on sustainable harvesting and data-driven ecosystem assessment.

Cameroon

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an entry role where I can assess forest ecosystem impacts, support sustainable resource management, and apply GPS/GIS and statistical analysis to field data—while contributing to clear reporting and continuous learning.

I’m a forest technician-in-training with hands-on experience assessing impacts on forest ecosystems, supporting public outreach for sustainable resource use, and translating field data into clear research outputs. During my paid forest technician internship, I conducted forest inventory and data collection with GPS technology and mapping software, and prepared reports summarizing project findings.

I bring strong quantitative and quality-control skills: I used statistical techniques to turn raw data into meaningful information, supported colleagues with data interpretation methods, and trained new personnel on QC procedures, including sampling techniques. Through my research on sustainable harvesting practices of Gnetum (“Eru”) by local harvesters in the Souza area, I aim to identify actionable strategies for improving sustainable resource management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Forest Technician Intern

Mount Cameroon National Park

Aug 2024 - Oct 2024 (2 months)

Assessed potential impacts of recreational activities on forest ecosystems and supported public outreach on responsible natural resource use. Collected and analyzed field data using GPS and statistical techniques, produced research reports, and trained new personnel on QC sampling and data interpretation.

Field Reporting Quality Control (QC)Sampling Techniques Environmental Impact Assessment Outreach

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Buea

Bachelor of Science, Forestry and Wildlife

Activities and societies: Thesis topic: Assessing sustainable harvesting practices of Gnetum spp (Eru) by local harvesters in Souza area, Cameroon (Littoral Region). Evaluated extraction methods, harvesting intensity, regeneration patterns, and local harvesters’ knowledge to identify strategies for improved sustainable resource management.

Earned a BSc in Forestry and Wildlife, including a thesis on assessing sustainable harvesting practices of Gnetum spp (Eru) by local harvesters in the Souza area, Cameroon.