Kenneth Zziwa
Summary
Dynamic and open-minded Laboratory Technologist with a strong drive to deliver exceptional service. Possessing excellent organizational and motivational abilities, committed to self-improvement. Skilled in collaborating within teams to achieve top-notch results. Recognized for outstanding communication skills and building lasting relationships across diverse networks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technologist
Uganda Crane Creameries Cooperative Union LTD
03.2021 - Current
- Conducting laboratory investigations of animal health diseases, including but not limited to zoonotic diseases, animal pre-movement tests.
- Offering training needs to both cooperative and non-cooperative farmers (so far over 1,000 farmers have been trained about the importance of diagnostics and use of professionals in the productivity of their herds), field vets and extension workers about animal diagnostics (so far over 300 field vets have been trained in over 7 districts).
- Developing the laboratory diagnostics database, SOPs and monthly reports.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Monitoring inventory levels of laboratory supplies, ensuring availability for operations.
Laboratory technician
Vital Tomosi’s Dairy
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Involved in conducting laboratory day-to-day activities which included reagent preparation, sample reception, sample analysis and communication of results among others
- Took part in conducting quality assurance tests at all stages of milk reception, storage, processing, packaging and dispatch.
- Participated in the management of laboratory data and records following both the internal and external set standards.
- Collaborated with production team to identify process improvements and enhance product quality.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
Laboratory Technologist
Grand Veterinary Laboratory Rushere
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Participated in conducting the laboratory routine activities that include; sample collection, reception, analysis and interpretation of the results. In addition, I was responsible for the organization of the laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Was in charge of the quality control and quality assurance activities for the samples, results and supplies to ensure quality output.
- Initiated process improvements that reduced turnaround time for sample testing.
Education
MBA - Marketing
UNICAF University
Lilongwe, Malawi01-2025
Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology - Biomedical Laboratory Technology
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda01.2020
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
St. John Bosco’s Seminary
Hoima11.2015
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
St. John Bosco’s Seminary
12.2013
Primary Leaving Examination - undefined
St. Bernadette primary school
11.2009
Skills
- Laboratory work supervision
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Detail-oriented
- Relationship building
Hobbies and Interests
I am a physically fit and active person who loves structured training programs with my fellow workmates and other community members. Among the various sports activities that I enjoy practicing include; football, jogging, yoga and light weightlifting. Besides training, I love making new friends and experiences by interacting with people, participating in voluntary work and spending time with my circles of influence. In addition to the above, I like relaxing with a book in my hand learning something new and I have a keen attention to research work conducted in various fields.
References
- Kalule, Francis, Diagnostic manager, francis.kalule@zoetis.com, 0704939634, 0774053971, Zoetis ALPHA
- Mbuubu, Lawrence, Quality Manager, lawrence@vtd.co.ug, 0703155986, 0776843062, Vital Tomosi’s Dairy
- Sembajwe, Arthur, Ruminants Technical Manager, Sembajweathur04@gmail.com, +256 706 330 713, +256 784 017 890, Zoetis
Timeline
Laboratory Technologist
Uganda Crane Creameries Cooperative Union LTD
03.2021 - Current
Laboratory technician
Vital Tomosi’s Dairy
12.2020 - 03.2021
Laboratory Technologist
Grand Veterinary Laboratory Rushere
02.2020 - 09.2020
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
St. John Bosco’s Seminary
Primary Leaving Examination - undefined
St. Bernadette primary school
MBA - Marketing
UNICAF University
Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology - Biomedical Laboratory Technology
Makerere University
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
St. John Bosco’s Seminary
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