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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Engr. Billa  Vitalis Fokwang

Engr. Billa Vitalis Fokwang

Agricultural Engineer
Bamenda,NWR

Summary

As a dynamic Director with fifteen (15) years of working experience (10years of managerial skill inclusive), I oversee every facet of management, Pedagogy and production with strong project management and decision-making skills. I bring comprehensive knowledge of Performance in Pedagogic management and productive writing, planning and technical operations. I am Skilled at coordinating pedagogy, production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines. Strategic-thinking individual experienced in turning low-performing organizations into top revenue producers. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving resource person relationships. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Generally, as a Director successfully manage projects, pedagogy, plan productions and lead teams. I am equally Experienced in budget management and staff engagement. Innovative and experienced individual with expertise in project management and creative problem-solving. Skilled in project coordination, training crew management and innovative solution development. Committed to creating engaging and meaningful content for viewers in the production system for Crop and livestock management. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure entry-level at top management position to embrace and solve current challenges in the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER). Ready to help team achieve company goals, detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and results driven. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals instructed by hierarchy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Director of the Regional College of Agriculture

Ministry Of Agriculture And Rural Development
Bamenda, Northwest Region
04.2021 - Current
  • Manage daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
  • Overseeing operations and providing corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Work closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Monitor office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.

- supervise and oversee pedagogy activities to see their smooth execution planned by the executive board.

- implement government policies through the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in capacity building of Senior Agricultural Technicians of the Regional College of Agriculture, Bambili.

- Ensure the smooth follow-up of trainees and staff during supervision on farm activities.

  • Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Optimized operational processes using analytics tools to address client-specific metrics.
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
  • Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
  • Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
  • Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
  • Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
  • Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.
  • Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Drafted and distributed reports to assist board members with critical business decisions.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs.
  • Crafted plan for breaking news events and trained and prepared entire staff on how to handle such scenarios.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
  • Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
  • Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.

Technical Director,Technical School of Agriculture

Ministry Of Agriculture And Rural Development
Nkambe , Northwest Region
01.2018 - 04.2021
  • Founded interdisciplinary approach reviewed protocols to smooth training upticks in spending by better aligning capacity efforts to achieve our goals
  • Served as primary decision-maker for internal management , creating budget guidelines to reduce waste and decrease unnecessary upgrades.
  • Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
  • Presented budget and business planning proposals to senior leadership, advocating for junior personnel needs and segment-wide business goals.
  • Guided, coached and lead project teams, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace.
  • Served as primary decision-maker for internal technology spending, creating budget guidelines to reduce waste and decrease unnecessary upgrades.
  • Founded interdisciplinary technology review protocols to smooth departmental upticks in spending by better aligning purchase efforts with company-wide goals.

Field Supervisor at ROCK FARM

ROCK FARMS
Santa , Northwest Region
10.2013 - 09.2017
  • Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
  • Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
  • Investigated issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
  • Evaluated performance and progress, and made proactive adjustments.
  • Presented weekly and monthly performance reports to demonstrate team progress.
  • Identified development and improvement areas and set up training to bridge learning gaps.
  • Tracked sales progress and motivated teams to achieve targets.
  • Developed and implemented effective strategies to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
  • Negotiated contracts, rates and terms with vendors to achieve competitive pricing.
  • Built and nurtured relationships with customers and vendors to maximize profit potential.
  • Mentored team members in best practices to increase sales performance.
  • Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
  • Resolved customer complaints to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Monitored employee performance for compliance with regulations and policies.
  • Completed site checks and leveraged computerized applications to document or record findings.
  • Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
  • Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.

Manager Tachu Poultry Farm

Tachu Ltd
Nkwen , Northwest Region
10.2011 - 09.2013
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Education

Professional Highest Diploma (PhD) - Agronomy And Crop Science

University of Bamenda
Bamenda-Bambili
09.2023 - Current

Diploma - Agriculture

Regional College of Agriculture
Bamenda-Bambili
10.2004 - 07.2006

Bachelor’s Degree - Agronomy And Crop Science

Bamenda University of Science And Technology
Bamenda-Nkwen
10.2007 - 12.2010

Master’s Degree - Crop Production in (Norms & Quality Control)

University of Dschang
Dschang, West Region
10.2012 - 09.2014

Master’s Degree - Forest Resource Management

University of Bamenda
Bamenda-Bambili
10.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor’s Of Technology - Public Service And Administration

University of Bamenda
Bamenda-Bambili
10.2021 - 09.2022

Skills

    Story pitching

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Accomplishments

  • Achieved the construction of a production system through effectively helping with felling and transportation of construction materials and equipments.

Certification

[Climate change Actor] Training - [Two years]

Timeline

Professional Highest Diploma (PhD) - Agronomy And Crop Science

University of Bamenda
09.2023 - Current

[Dynamic Leadership], [The Voice] - [One Year]

08-2023

Master’s Degree - Forest Resource Management

University of Bamenda
10.2022 - 09.2023

[Climate change Actor] Training - [Two years]

09-2022

Bachelor’s Of Technology - Public Service And Administration

University of Bamenda
10.2021 - 09.2022

Director of the Regional College of Agriculture

Ministry Of Agriculture And Rural Development
04.2021 - Current

Certified [Youth Parliamentarian], [Cameroon National Assembly] - [One Year]

02-2020

Technical Director,Technical School of Agriculture

Ministry Of Agriculture And Rural Development
01.2018 - 04.2021

Field Supervisor at ROCK FARM

ROCK FARMS
10.2013 - 09.2017

Master’s Degree - Crop Production in (Norms & Quality Control)

University of Dschang
10.2012 - 09.2014

Manager Tachu Poultry Farm

Tachu Ltd
10.2011 - 09.2013

Bachelor’s Degree - Agronomy And Crop Science

Bamenda University of Science And Technology
10.2007 - 12.2010

Diploma - Agriculture

Regional College of Agriculture
10.2004 - 07.2006
Engr. Billa Vitalis Fokwang Agricultural Engineer