Natural Resource Continuous Improvement

CURRICULUM VITAE

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name Engwau Boniface

Nationality Ugandan

Gender Male

Personal Contact 078*******/077*******

E-mail Address *****************@*****.***

PERSONAL PROFILE

Boniface Engwau is a dedicated, Committed and skilled and result driven Agricultural Professional with over 4 years of experience in the field Agricultural development and extension services. My background encompasses a broad range of expertise including Crop Management, Farmer managed natural resource FMNR, sustainable farming practices. I have proven track record in enhancing Crop Productivity and implementing innovative Agricultural techniques that optimized yield while maintaining environmental ecosystem. My strong analytical skills combined with hands-on experience in food security, Climate Smart Agriculture that enable me effectively to address challenges and drive continuous improvement.

As such, I have wealth of experience in the Development and Management of Viable Agricultural programs particularly Farmers Organization/Producer groups. In addition, I have also experience in the Development and management of youth programs, advocacy structures/platforms that are in position to influence policies in the favor of entrepreneurial farmers and Farmer Cooperatives. Therefore, tapping into my experience and knowledge of what works well in the Development and Management of programs would be of significant benefits to your organization going forward. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND & QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in Crop Production and Management Busitema University (2015-2017) 2 years Certificate in General Agriculture Busitema University Duration (2012-2014) 2 years Uganda Certificate of Education Duration (2008-2011) Olila High School Primary Leaving Examination School Duration (1999-2005) Moruapesur Primary EMPLOYMENT HISTORY/WORK EXPERIENCE

Period April 2023 up to date, I worked as Project Assistant Employer: Soroti Catholic Diocese Integrated Development Organization, P.O.BOX 641 Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Managed the distribution of tree seedlings, fertilizer and farming tools to small holder farmers ensuring timely delivery and planting

• Facilitated communication between project teams, beneficiaries, local authorities, and partner organizations, enhancing collaboration and trust in project activities.

• Organized and participated in Community meetings to promote collective Action and collaboration, prepared reports for community engagement

• Conducted regular field visits to monitor tree nursery performance and provided technical advice on the implementation plan

• Participated in the planning, organization, and execution of distribution activities, managing crowd control and safeguarding organizational assets during field operations.

• Organized and conducted training session, workshops and exchange visits to enhance the capacity of small holder farmers on the best practices

• Supported the preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports, contributing to the overall success of project activities and grant requirements.

• Supported the organization and facilitation of training sessions for farmers, business groups, and vocational trainees, contributing to livelihood enhancement and sustainability.

• Delivered effective training in business skills IGA, financial inclusion, and vocational skills to youth, empowering participants to improve their livelihoods and resilience

• Conducted mobilization, sensitization and training of 1960 project beneficiaries on basic appropriate methodologies as outline in the project document. March 2023 to December 2023, I worked as Field Promoter Employer: Rainbow Agro sciences P.O. Box 200095 Kampala Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Organized and facilitated workshops on modern agricultural practices reaching over 600 farmers and significantly improving their knowledge and skills

• Supported in the facilitation of the training sessions of farmer groups on kitchen gardening techniques, organic farming practices for sustainable food production

• Designed and developed training materials, presentations, and field resources to support the training sessions.

• Organized and set up 5 vegetable demonstration plots using hands on learning approach

• Facilitated hands-on practical activities to enhance participants’ skills in garden preparation, planting, Simple irrigation installation for watering, pest control, and harvesting.

• Provided technical guidance on modern farming technologies, Postharvest handling

• Guided farmers on crop selection with high market demand and suited climatic conditions, resistance to pest and disease

• Supported the distribution of Agricultural inputs such as Tarpaulins, Hand hoes and wheel barrows to the project t beneficiaries

• Participated in the development of training materials on Good Agronomic practices, Postharvest Handling and pest and disease

• Promote energy saving technologies like Lorena and Rocket construction by TOT

• Mobilize and facilitate CVA teams to carry out community gatherings, dialogues and advocacy

• Conducted joint monitoring with various local stakeholders, plan and review project successes, challenges encountered and way forward, and learnings for improvement and sustainability.

• Monitored project outcomes in the lives of the beneficiaries, captured the photos and documented success stories.

• Organized and conducted farmer field day events, trade fairs, and other World Food exhibitions to market and expose our products to potential partners/buyers April 2022 up to 30th January 2023, I worked as Agricultural Extension Officer Employer: Pristine Foods Limited funded by Agricultural Business Initiative P.O. Box 12796 Kampala

Key roles and Responsibilities

• Organized and conducted farmer learning activities and strategies for knowledge management and capacity building

• Provided technical guidance to local Government and Community stakeholders

• Collected project field data on monthly basis to I identify gaps for better improvement in the implementation

• Guided the farmers on enterprise selection, training on FaaB modules and profitability analysis

• Identified key training needs/Gaps, production challenges and come up the solutions to address the field challenges

• Guided and supported farmers on crop selection, planting, setting up of demo gardens and pest and diseases control

• Designed and developed production Calendar for the selected crop enterprise and the best field practices such as pest and disease management, Harvesting procedure

• Build farmers Capacity and identified viable agricultural enterprise such as fruits and Vegetables that are high yielding and disease resistance

• Trained farmers on Integrated Pest Management strategies to promote cultural and Biological pest control and use of crop resistant Varieties 23rd March 2018 to 2021 September I worked as Community Development Assistant Resilience

&Livelihoods World Vision Uganda, P.O. Box 5319 Kampala Duration 3 years Program: Meals for Nutrition USAID FUNDED in Northern Region Key roles and Responsibilities

• Developed farmers Capacity to improve production and productivity of selected enterprises of desired qualities by the market through demonstration and training of farmers on sustainable Agricultural practices

• Provided expertise and technical assistance in agronomy and agribusiness, climate smart agriculture, marketing, IGA, DRR and Farmer Managed Natural Resource FMNR

• Promoted the use of modern farming practice and techniques through training, advising farmers, conducted farm visits and demonstrations so as to transform targeted families from subsistence to commercial farmers in Lango region

• Promoted Resilience and Livelihoods model for faster adoption of improved farming technologies towards building secure livelihoods

• Awareness created on Bio fortification among different stakeholders on project interventions in Northern region

• Provided support in the development and design, and planning of budgets that relate to livelihood and resilience building.

• Ensured timely procurement of and delivery of right quality and quantity of farmer inputs.

• Documented and shared of Impact/success stories and best practices of project interventions to promote learning.

• Mobilized and facilitated the engagements of stakeholders during planning and development meetings, workshops, and other fora

• Provided technical advice and support on enterprise development initiatives with high environmental integrity.

• Established Kitchen gardens and demonstration plots of High Iron Beans and Orange Sweet

• Potatoes to act as learning and multiplication sites for farmer groups in Northern region

• Conducted Participatory selection of beneficiaries, prioritization of income generating activities, life skills awareness raising, and capacity building of the groups.

• Developed business plans for income generating activities (IGA) businesses and provide mentorship and coaching for various business groups for sustainable livelihoods.

• Identified technical gaps and challenges for beneficiaries, skills and knowledge they have in agronomy, business development and income generating activities. KEY PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Program Management

• High level of Ethics and Integrity

• Value Chain Development

• Excellent Presentation and Report Writing

• Research/Baseline Surveys

• Agricultural Marketing and Trade Analysis

• Youth empowerment.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETECIES

• I have gained considerable experience in planning, Research and analytical skills, Report writing, Monitoring and Evaluation of program intervention in the field of Agriculture. I have also supported different Agricultural and Development Chain Actors across Eastern and Northern region of Uganda

• I have trained over 10,000 thousand Farmers in post-harvest Handling and Management Practices, aflatoxin management in Cereals, Legumes, Market Research and Marketing,

• Farming as a Business FaaB (enterprise Selection, gross margin analysis for profitability, Soil and Water Conservation practices

• I have Facilitated in the Organization of Farmers into Producer Groups Organization to generate the economies of scale to lower production and, Marketing cost to increase Yields, profit and income

• I have facilitated in the formation advocacy structures, strategies for District Farmers Association to identity issues to engage in lobby and advocacy at the District and National Level

• I have experience in managing programs budgets, writing narratives and financial reports

• Engaged Stakeholders in multi-stakeholder workshops to develop participatory tools for monitoring and Evaluation to ensure effectiveness, knowledge sharing and Partnership with other Stakeholders

KEY ACHIEVEMENT

• Managed to trained over 10,000 Farmers in Good Agronomic Practices, Postharvest

• Handling, Climate Smart Agriculture with high rate of adoption

• Carried out several Market research and Collective Marketing with Producer or Farmer Organization across Eastern and Northern Uganda

• Organized linkages of lead mothers to the health Centers to promote trainings in Nutrition for the most Vulnerable Communities in Ogur Sub County Lira District

• Managed to Organize access to Agro inputs for Farmers through VOCHER systems to increase in Multiplication of selected Crop enterprise in Lango Sub region

• Established 900 farmer groups, trained on VSLA methodology, and organized linkages to the financial Institution to access financial services for improved livelihoods at household level. KEY SKILLLS &ABILITIES

Program Leadership. I have proven experience leading the team of field trainers in the agricultural programs, managing budgets and delivering impactful outcomes Team Management. I am skilled in recruiting, training and motivating field teams for optimal performance

Agroforestry and Famer managed Natural resources, I have strong knowledge on agroforestry tree species like Bamboo, Eucalyptus

Agricultural expertise. I have strong knowledge of small holder farming, Agronomic practices, and sustainable Agriculture

Project Management. Adept in planning, executing and monitoring field activities ensuring goals are met on time and within budget

Community Engagement. I have ability to work with rural farmers, Cooperatives and local stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration

OTHER TRAININGS ATTAINED

• Training on Resilience and Livelihoods model conducted by World Vision for R&L staff

• Training on Research method using Open Direct Kit (ODK) of Data Collection

• Training on Agroforestry conservation and Management conducted by aVi Forest Organization for SOCADIDO Agricultural staffs

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Language spoken Written

English

Luo

Proficient

Proficient

Very Good

Very Good

Ateso

Good

Good

REFEREES

Mr. Akudo Daniel-Program Manager SOCADIDO

Email: *********@*****.***

Mobile: 078*******

Mr. Ariko Joseph-Agriculture &Sector Coordinator Expert IFDC E-mail: **************@*****.***

Mobile +256*********

Mr. Ocan Michael-Program Officer Habitat for Humanity Email: **********@*****.***

Mobile: 078*******

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