Passionate and dedicated professional seeking a challenging role that allows me to contribute my knowledge and skills towards promoting sustainable farming practices, environmental stewardship, and agribusiness innovation.
Hi, I’m
Nonjabulo Zinhle Dhlamini
Agricultural Advisor
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Summary
Overview
1
year of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural DevelopmentIxopo
Assistant Agricultural Practitioner
01.2023 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Assisted in rendering agricultural advice
- Demonstrated farming methods
- Provided administrative and related functions
- Promoted sustainable production of agricultural products
- Provided technical support on all agricultural projects.
- Provided technical assistance to farmers, addressing challenges related to soil management, irrigation, pest control, and other issues critical to crop production.
- Facilitated knowledge exchange among farmers by establishing farmer-to-farmer networks that encouraged peer learning and cooperation within the community.
- Enhanced crop yield for local farmers by providing tailored advice on effective farming techniques.
- Participated in regional conferences and workshops related to agricultural extension work, staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging best practices.
- Organized training programs for farmers on various topics, such as organic farming, agroforestry systems, integrated pest management, and post-harvest handling techniques.
Department of Statistics South AfricaIxopo
Census Field Worker
02.2022 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Captured information
- Conducting interviews with residents in the neighborhood
- General administrative and non-administrative duties.
- Conducted field surveys to collect data on wildlife populations and habitats.
- Adhered to all safety regulations during field activities, minimizing risks while working independently or as part of a team.
- Increased respondent cooperation by providing clear explanations about the importance of census participation and addressing any concerns or misconceptions.
- Maintained strict confidentiality protocols, safeguarding sensitive personal information collected during the census process.
- Effectively communicated with respondents to obtain accurate and relevant information, enabling more informed decision-making based on census data.
- Communicated with Census takers via phone to answer questions and expedite process.
Education
University of the Free StateBloemfontein, South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma from Sustainable Agriculture
01.2023 - 05.2023
University Overview
Mangosuthu University of TechnologyDurban, South Africa
Advanced diploma from Agricultural Extension and Community Development
01.2020 - 04.2020
University Overview
Mangosuthu University of TechnologyDurban, South Africa
National Diploma from Community Extension
01.2017 - 05.2019
University Overview
Mariathal Combined SchoolIxopo, South Africa
National Senior Certificate
University Overview
Additional Information
Additional Information
Professional body registration: SACNASP
Drivers license: Code C1
References
References
- SZ Moloi, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, sanelisiwe.moloi@kzndard.gov.za, 0726706080
- BE Buthelezi, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, buthelezibn@gmail.com, 0761302733
- TR Kunene, Mangosuthu Univerty of Technology, Kunene@mut.ac.za, 0827348921
Languages
English
IsiZulu
IsiXhosa
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