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Samuel Nyaga

@samuelnyaga

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Results-driven agricultural economist with expertise in project management.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration, encourages innovation, and supports career growth in agricultural development.

I am a highly motivated agricultural economist with extensive experience in agricultural project management, sales, and data collection. My strong background in crop production and agrochemical application has equipped me with the skills to guide farmers on best practices while fostering relationships with government and non-government stakeholders. I am recognized for my ability to lead teams and manage projects from inception to completion, driving significant sales growth and enhancing organizational performance.

Throughout my career, I have successfully trained and onboarded over 200 farmers into various agricultural projects, improving their adoption of recommended farming practices. My role as a Project Supervisor at WTS Energy Company has allowed me to collaborate with agricultural stakeholders and government officials to establish strategic partnerships that benefit local communities. I am passionate about utilizing technical tools such as MS Excel and data analysis systems to optimize operational efficiency and support data-driven decision-making.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Supervisor

Current

WTS Energy Company

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Supervise vendor activities and guide farmers on best practices in crop production. Conduct monitoring and evaluation of castor crop growth, and organize community training sessions to educate farmers. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish partnerships and ensure compliance with agricultural standards.

Project Management Crop Production Soil Management Pest Control Data Analysis Vendor Management Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Sales Representative

Agrichem Africa Limited

Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)

Managed a portfolio of farmers, providing technical advisory on crop management. Conducted field trials for agrochemicals and developed sales strategies to expand market reach. Strengthened relationships with agricultural stakeholders to promote innovative solutions.

Sales Management Market Analysis Customer Relationship Management Data Reporting Strategic Planning Product Knowledge Stakeholder Engagement Problem Solving

Sales Promoter

Greenlife Crop Protection Africa

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Promoted agrochemical products by educating farmers on usage and best practices. Conducted training sessions and provided technical support to optimize crop yields. Assisted in achieving sales targets through relationship building.

Technical Support Relationship Management Product Knowledge Market Penetration Pest Control

Content Supervisor

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

Jan 2020 - Jan 2020 (0 months)

Led a team of enumerators for the national census, ensuring data accuracy and adherence to protocols. Monitored fieldwork progress and addressed community issues during data collection. Achieved a high accuracy rate in collected data.

Data Collection Team Leadership Quality Assurance Community Engagement Conflict Resolution Training Data Integrity Project Management Statistical Analysis

Data Enumerator

International Livestock Research Institute

Jan 2018 - Feb 2018 (1 month)

Conducted interviews and gathered data on livestock management practices. Entered and analyzed data to ensure accuracy. Provided training to farmers on survey objectives and coordinated logistics for data collection.

Data Collection Survey Design Data Entry Training Coordination Stakeholder Engagement Data Analysis Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics

2015 - 2019

Grade: Second Class Honors (Upper Division)

Graduated with Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Agricultural Economics, focusing on the economic aspects of agriculture and the application of economic principles to agricultural production and resource management.

Kiwan Computer College

Certificate in Computer Packages, Computer Science

2014 - 2015

Completed a certificate program in Computer Packages, gaining proficiency in essential software applications for data management and analysis.

Nyangwa Boys’ High School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Education

2011 - 2014

Grade: B+

Achieved Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a grade of B+, demonstrating strong academic performance in various subjects.

Kirie Primary School

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, General Education

2000 - 2010

Grade: 316/500

Completed primary education and achieved Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) with a score of 316 out of 500, laying the foundation for further academic pursuits.