ANNA ALESHO
Lumphinnans,UNITED KINGDOM
Summary
Plant Health professional with an MSc in Plant Science and 12 years' experience implementation of phytosanitary measures. Experienced in mobilizing communities, engaging stakeholders and proven leadership in teamwork having led research and survey teams with minimal supervision. Exceptional interpersonal skills demonstrated by effective training workshops facilitated. Skilled in integrated pest management, surveillance, report writing, and development of pest data sheets. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and aim to make impactful contributions to global food security.
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
11.2022 - 02.2026
- Delivered person-centred 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
11.2018 - 10.2022
- 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
11.2014 - 08.2016
- 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
02.2004 - 11.2014
- 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 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 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
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Assisted in evaluating pesticide registration applications for compliance with national regulations.
- 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 09.2016 - 08.2018
BSc - Natural Resources Management and Agriculture General Degree
Midlands State University
Zimbabwe 01.2011 - 12.2013
National Diploma - Agriculture
Gwebi College of Agriculture
Zimbabwe 09.1996 - 07.1998
National Certificate - Horticulture
Harare Polytechnic
Zimbabwe 01.2000 - 12.2000
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, surveillance, report writing and development of pest data sheets
- Microsoft Office suite
Custom
Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP 2016 -2018), Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP 2019)
Languages
English
Personal Information
Custom
References available upon request.
Timeline
Support Worker
Integrity Social Care Solutions
11.2022 - 02.2026
Freelance IPM Consultant
Self Employed
11.2018 - 10.2022
MSc - Plant Science – Plant Pathology and Entomology
Wageningen University and Research
09.2016 - 08.2018
Quarantine Officer
Ministry of Agriculture
11.2014 - 08.2016
BSc - Natural Resources Management and Agriculture General Degree
Midlands State University
01.2011 - 12.2013
Plant Health Inspector
Plant Quarantine Research Institute, Private Bag 2007, Mazowe
02.2004 - 11.2014
Assistant Pesticide Registrar
Plant Protection Research Institute, Harare, Zimbabwe
02.2002 - 01.2004
National Certificate - Horticulture
Harare Polytechnic
01.2000 - 12.2000
National Diploma - Agriculture
Gwebi College of Agriculture
09.1996 - 07.1998