Awuah Rhodaline Baffour
Kumasi, Ghana +233***-**-**** Gmail:mailto:******************@*****.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To become a strategic Human Resource leader who fosters a culture of innovation, equity, and employee engagement. I aspire to leverage my multidisciplinary background and practical HR experience to improve workforce systems and contribute meaningfully to people-centric organizational development, especially in Ghana and Africa at large. EDUCATION
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) BSc, Forest Resources Technology – Major in Ecotourism and Forest Reclamation 2020-2024
● Completed coursework in Human Resource Management
● Engaged in multidisciplinary modules linking sustainable development, business, and HR practices
WORK EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Oct 2024-Present
● Conducted literature reviews and data analysis on human and environmental topics including migration, carrying capacity, and conflict issues
● Collaborated with supervisors on project design, implementation, and stakeholder engagement
Forestry Intern
CSIR Apr 2024-July 2024
● Assisted in forest inventory and ecological data collection
● Drafted reports and presented recommendations on sustainable resource management
● Participated in HR-related discussions and operations in the research office Patrol Officer / Tour Guide
Kakum National Park Jan 2024-Apr 2024
● Led guided tours with strong focus on education and cultural heritage
● Worked closely with park’s HR manager: attended meetings, recorded minutes, handled correspondence, and participated in staff management processes
● Enforced park rules, responded to incidents, and supported operational HR functions in the field
SKILLS
● Human Resource Exposure
● Research & Data Analysis:
● Communication & Interpersonal:
● Leadership & Teamwork
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
● Human Resource Management (Coursework at KNUST)
● Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
● Environmental Education and Sustainability Workshops