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Barack Samuel
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Summary
Currently finalizing a master's degree in environmental studies at Tel Aviv University in Israel. Recently served as an English Language Content and Media Intern at the Planet Zero-Climate Crisis Initiative, Tel Aviv University, contributing to strategic planning, content creation, and research within an international initiative focused on climate change. Holds a BSc in Agri-Entrepreneurship and Communication Management from Gulu University, Uganda, and a diploma in General Agriculture from Agro-Studies Campus, Israel. Possesses extensive knowledge and experience in the agricultural sector, having completed seven competitive internships in both public and private sectors, including work at Hazera Seeds, a global leader in seed production and research, focusing on vegetables breeding, production, and management. Passionate about environmental sustainability, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, with strong leadership and management skills demonstrated in various volunteer projects. Helped establish Bweramule Community Secondary School and worked as a peer educator for NFASA Community Outreach, a youth-led organization promoting gender and sexual reproductive rights. Enjoys playing piano and listening to music in free time.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
English Language content and Media
Planet Zero -Climate Crisis Initiative Tel Aviv University
2022.12 - 9 2023
- Collaborated closely with team to develop and execute comprehensive communications and content strategies tailored for a diverse global audience this involved spearheading transformation of Hebrew website into an English website, significantly broadening outreach of the initiative.
- Through careful review and assessment, I ensured that all materials and activities were finely tuned to meet needs and expectations of our target audience
- Additionally, my active participation in team meetings and collaborative projects played a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness and reach of our online presence and outreach initiatives.
Agriculture trainee
Hazera Seeds
2022.03 - 2022.10
- Participated in Innovations for vegetable breeding, creating new varieties
- Mastered field preparation, ensuring optimal conditions
- Executed precise sowing and careful planting techniques
- Maintained weed-free beds and supported vining crops
- Orchestrated timely harvests with peak quality
- Managed pests effectively while minimizing environmental impact
- Selected superior plant traits to advance breeding
- Excelled in both greenhouse and open field environments
- Perfected pollination techniques for hybridization success.
Founder and CEO
Sammy Tomato Farm
2020.06 - 2022.04
- One year practical experience in Horticulture farming
- strong and deeper knowledge in disease and pest management
- Trained 10+ people on vegetables growing; resulted in positive community feedback, additional inquiries and increased community engagement.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
Agriculture Trainee
Kibbutz Gan Shmuel
2021.11 - 2022.02
- Participated in management of fruit trees i.e
- Citrus of all types this resulted to better yield and harvest
- Also Participated in development of a research project to evaluate the effect of trees Age on Fruit size of Shamouti Oranges this resulted to generation of better information as regards to Management Vs Income decisions in citrus fruits.
- Addressed any concerns or issues raised by fellow trainees promptly, ensuring a smooth learning experience for all participants.
Agriculture Intern
Alum Alum Rural Company Limited
2019.07 - 2019.08
- Managed eight-acre organic field crop production: disease and pest management, controlling post-harvest losses, providing agronomic advice to the farmers; contributed to improved productivity of field crops: bananas, vanilla, cocoa, vegetables, moringa, chili and fruit trees (jack fruits, oranges, fusaria africana, shea nuts
- Collaborated with other interns: distributed tasks evenly and rotated roles; resulted in ensuring full staffing and creating fair and balanced workloads
- Applied new process for extracting 800+ liters of organically produced moringa, shea nut, and sunflower; contributed to increased company output -Identified and resolved pest infestation in moringa plants
- Participated in harvest operations, contributing to timely completion of seasonal work goals.
- Assisted in the development of sustainable farming practices to promote environmental conservation.
Agriculture Communication Intern
89.5 Speak FM
2019.05 - 2019.07
- Investigated, wrote, edited and broadcasted feature story on use of indigenous microorganism(IMO) in pig production and management: interviewed farmers, collaborated with university specialist; resulted in positive community feedback, additional inquiries and increased community engagement, and improved public image
- Collaborated with editors and reporters: brainstormed ideas, attended meetings, provided feedback on reporting ideas; resulted in improved team performance -Collected new data and news tips on different matters pertaining the well informed community; contributed to more research work for the radio station
- Strengthened interpersonal skills through frequent interaction with colleagues at various organizational levels.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate creative ideas for upcoming initiatives.
- Gained practical experience working in a fast-paced business environment under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
Agriculture Intern
Bungatira Sub County, Gulu District Local Government (Production and Marketing Department)
2018.05 - 2018.08
- Advised and coached farmers of Ber bedo savings group on building capacity in financial literacy and emphasized micro savings; contributed to a more informed and organized group on issues of financial management
- Trained farmers on disease and pest identification and control in cereals, bananas and vegetables in three farmer groups in Bungatira Sub County; contributed to reduction of post-harvest losses in farm produce
- Conducted field maintenance, hygiene and supervision of 12 farmers at Ber bedo farmer group in Bungatira Sub County; contributed to an increase in crop productivity
Education
Diploma in General Agriculture - General Agriculture science
Agrostudies Campus
Israel 2021.11 - 2022.05
Bachelor of science degree - Agri-Entrepreneurship and Communication management
Gulu University
Northen Uganda 2017.01 - 2022.04
Masters - Environmental Studies
Tel Aviv University
Israel 2022.10 -
Skills
Report and Communication
Websites
Certification
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING FUNDAMENTALS
Software
Interests
Livelihood
Agriculture
Environmental sustainability
Entrepreneurship
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkInternshipWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridQuote
Don’t believe everything you think.
Byron Katie
Work Availability
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Timeline
English Language content and Media
Planet Zero -Climate Crisis Initiative Tel Aviv University
2022.12 - 9 2023
Masters - Environmental Studies
Tel Aviv University
2022.10 -
Agriculture trainee
Hazera Seeds
2022.03 - 2022.10
Agriculture Trainee
Kibbutz Gan Shmuel
2021.11 - 2022.02
Diploma in General Agriculture - General Agriculture science
Agrostudies Campus
2021.11 - 2022.05
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING FUNDAMENTALS
2021-08
Founder and CEO
Sammy Tomato Farm
2020.06 - 2022.04
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
2019-10
Agriculture Intern
Alum Alum Rural Company Limited
2019.07 - 2019.08
Agriculture Communication Intern
89.5 Speak FM
2019.05 - 2019.07
Gender Sexual Reproductive Rights
2019-02
Environmental Politics
2018-07
Agriculture Intern
Bungatira Sub County, Gulu District Local Government (Production and Marketing Department)
2018.05 - 2018.08
Bachelor of science degree - Agri-Entrepreneurship and Communication management
Gulu University
2017.01 - 2022.04
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