ANNA ALESHO
Lumphinnans,UNITED KINGDOM
Summary
A skilled biosecurity professional with expertise in phytosanitary matters related to integrated pest management, regulation and compliance to biosecurity protocols. Have an understanding of the EU Plant Health Regulation Directive. Have demonstrated strong leadership in team settings, having led various research and survey teams with minimal supervision. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, evidenced by successful facilitation of workshops. Experienced in both lab and field research and have a solid command of the Microsoft Office suite.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Support Worker
Integrity Social Care Solutions
Dunfermline Scotland, Fife
2022.11 - Current
- Delivered person-centered support to vulnerable individuals with disabilities and illnesses.
- Managed over 20 calls per day
- Maintained accurate records to ensure compliance and effective service delivery.
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs.
Freelance IPM Consultant
Self Employed
Beatrice, Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe
2018.11 - 2022.10
- Developed comprehensive integrated pest management strategies tailored to diverse client needs.
- Collaborated with clients to assess pest issues and recommend effective solutions and increased yield by 5%.
- Conducted thorough site inspections to identify pest populations and potential risks.
- Educated clients on sustainable pest management practices to promote environmental responsibility.
Quarantine Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
Harare Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe
2014.11 - 2016.08
- Implemented protocols for monitoring and controlling quarantine measures for agricultural imports.
- Conducted inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with biosecurity regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and refine strategies for pest and disease management.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for quarantine procedures and documentation.
- Seed health testing on local and imported seed using morphological assays
- Surveillance for establishment of pest free areas
- Conducted Pest Risk Analysis for imported regulated products
- Facilitated quarterly Plant Health training workshops
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed about advancements in quarantine protocols.
Plant Health Inspector
Plant Quarantine Research Institute, Private Bag 2007, Mazowe
Mazowe
2004.02 - 2014.11
- Conducted thorough inspections of plants and plant products to identify pests and diseases.
- Evaluated compliance with phytosanitary regulations to ensure safe trade practices.
- Collaborated with agricultural stakeholders to promote best practices in pest management.
- Developed and delivered training sessions on plant health inspection methodologies.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports for regulatory authorities.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale inspection projects.
- Assisted in the development of inspection protocols, improving overall performance.
- Enhanced company reputation with thorough and professional inspection services and managed to reduce interceptions of insect pest by 5% in flowers for the EU market.
- Increased efficiency by implementing standard operating procedures for inspections.
- Implemented integrated pest management strategies to mitigate threats to crops.
Assistant Pesticide Registrar
Plant Protection Research Institute, Harare, Zimbabwe
Harare
2002.02 - 2004.01
- Assisted in evaluating pesticide registration applications for compliance with national regulations.
- Conducted thorough assessments of pesticide safety data to ensure environmental protection and public health.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on technical documentation related to pesticide efficacy and safety.
- Coordinated training sessions for stakeholders on proper pesticide usage and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained comprehensive records of pesticide registrations and compliance activities for auditing purposes.
- Facilitated communication between regulatory authorities and industry representatives to streamline processes.
Education
MSc - Plant Science – Plant Pathology and Entomology
Wageningen University and Research
The Netherlands 2016.09 - 2018.08
BSc - Natural Resources Management and Agriculture General Degree
Midlands State University
Zimbabwe 2011.01 - 2013.12
National Diploma - Agriculture
Gwebi College of Agriculture
Zimbabwe 1996.09 - 1998.07
National Certificate - Horticulture
Harare Polytechnic
Zimbabwe 2000.01 - 2000.12
Skills
- Networking: communicating with different organizations in agricultural sector mobilizing communities and different stakeholders
- Teamwork: Worked with minimal supervision as team leader of various research and survey teams
- Interpersonal skills: Excellent communication and facilitation skills demonstrated by workshops facilitated
- Integrated pest management and regulatory issues, insect behaviour and performance assays, seed health testing, lab and field research, plant disease diagnosis -non-molecular techniques
- Microsoft Office suite
Awards
Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP 2016 -2018), Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP 2019)
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Support Worker
Integrity Social Care Solutions
2022.11 - Current
Freelance IPM Consultant
Self Employed
2018.11 - 2022.10
MSc - Plant Science – Plant Pathology and Entomology
Wageningen University and Research
2016.09 - 2018.08
Quarantine Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
2014.11 - 2016.08
BSc - Natural Resources Management and Agriculture General Degree
Midlands State University
2011.01 - 2013.12
Plant Health Inspector
Plant Quarantine Research Institute, Private Bag 2007, Mazowe
2004.02 - 2014.11
Assistant Pesticide Registrar
Plant Protection Research Institute, Harare, Zimbabwe
2002.02 - 2004.01
National Certificate - Horticulture
Harare Polytechnic
2000.01 - 2000.12
National Diploma - Agriculture
Gwebi College of Agriculture
1996.09 - 1998.07