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Placid Akati

@placidakati

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I research textile science and sustainable solutions that bridge research and practical impact.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply textile science and research findings to practical, sustainable solutions, especially work that supports water-resource sustainability. I value problem solving, creative engagement, research growth, and opportunities to make a positive impact.

I've supported research and teaching at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, contributing to work in the History of Art, Ghanaian handicrafts, painting, sculpture, and metals. I also assisted with tutorials and undergraduate examinations.

At British Council, I oversee examination processes, maintain order, support candidates, and help ensure a credible assessment environment. Previously, I led day-to-day sales and marketing activities at Jubayavenue Travel and Tour to improve company visibility and support market extension.

My textile background includes an all-round internship at Volta Star Textile Limited, where I supported machinery used to produce threads from raw cotton. I hold a Textile Design and Technology degree and am motivated to apply research findings to sustainable water-resource practices.

I enjoy problem solving, developing creative ideas for engagement, mentoring students, and helping teams deliver practical solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Examinations Officer

Current

British Council

Mar 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Overseeing examination processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining order during exams, and supporting candidates to guarantee a smooth and credible assessment environment.

Examination Management Compliance Attention To Detail

Current

Student Mentorship Volunteer

Current

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Sep 2019 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Help students in the department adapt to their new environment and provide mentorship. Provide tutorials in courses students find difficult.

Mentorship Tutoring Student Support

Research Assistant

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Oct 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Conducted academic research and assisted a supervisor with research in the History of Art for Painting and Sculpture, Metals, and the History of Ghanaian Handicrafts. Assisted in teaching, conducting tutorials, and managing examinations for undergraduate courses.

Research Teaching Tutorials Examination Management Art History

Head of Sales and Marketing Department

Jubay Avenue Travel and Tour

Nov 2023 - Nov 2023 (0 months)

Led the sales and marketing department and managed the day-to-day marketing of the company to improve visibility and support market extensions.

Sales Marketing Leadership Market Expansion

Volunteer

National Tree Planting Exercise

Jun 2022 - Jun 2022 (0 months)

Engaged in a tree planting exercise organized by the Ministry of Land and Natural Resources in the Government of Ghana, dubbed Green Ghana Day, as part of the government initiative to plant 20 million trees. Volunteered in the college edition dubbed CABEESA Goes Green.

Environmental Conservation Teamwork

Intern

Volta Star Textile Limited

Sep 2021 - Dec 2021 (3 months)

Completed an all-round internship experience and supported the handling of various machines used in producing threads from raw cotton.

Production Support Cotton Processing

Intern

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)

Provided research support to project groups on textile production projects. Assisted in conducting research on topics including Contemporary and Traditional Art Forms in Africa and Global Art History.

Research Textiles Art History