NSONGURUA INYANG
Doctoral Researcher In Human Geography
Aberdeen, Scotland
Summary
PhD candidate in Human Geography with foundational knowledge in Agricultural Extension and rural development, and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and volunteering. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Teaching and Demonstrator
School of Geosciences, University of Aberdeen
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Delivering tutorial classes on “UN Sustainable Development Goals”.
- Preparing and delivering lectures to first-year students on topics such as nutrition and the general well-being of people.
Care Assistant
God's favour care and Support Centre
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted both children and elderly disabled patients with daily living activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and personal care.
- Monitored client's health and reported any concerns to the supervisory nurse.
- Maintained detailed records and followed care plans.
- Ensured a clean and organised environment and drove patients for appointments outside of the care facility.
Day care worker
NCI Early Learning Centre, Uyo
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Guiding young learners through their initial educational experiences.
- Working with each child according to his/her peculiarity, tailoring learning and instructional materials to suit individual needs.
- Ability to carry everyone along in the learning process, maintaining a happy and positive attitude with the children, helping them to learn basic skills according to their age and abilities, encouraging independence, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children.
- Providing emotional support and companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Agricultural Extension Agent
Ministry Of Agriculture And Rural Development
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Visiting farmers and helping them with their general well-being
- Training clients on improved farming techniques.
- Communicating research-based information
- Helping farmers to carry out sustainable practices
Education
PhD - Human Geography
University of Aberdeen
UK07-2027
MSc - Agricultural Extension/Rural Development
University of Ibadan
Nigeria09-2015
B.Agric - Agricultural Economics and Extension
University of Uyo
Nigeria04-2012
Skills
Communication skills: developed when I was appointed Senior prefect in high school and the vice chairman of National Association of Agricultural Students in college, both roles involved interaction with my fellow students and teachers during staff-student liaison meetings
Interpersonal skills: Developed while working as an extension agent, explaining concepts step-by-step to clients and by listening carefully to their problems and concerns
Empathy: Developed while working as a care assistant, understanding patients’ peculiar situations and helping them achieve better standards of living
Adaptable: I have adapted teaching and facilitation styles across diverse groups (students, extension agents, farmers), listening without judgement, and maintaining consistency of care regardless of the person's background
Timeline
Part-time Teaching and Demonstrator
School of Geosciences, University of Aberdeen
01.2025 - 06.2026
Care Assistant
God's favour care and Support Centre
12.2021 - 06.2022
Day care worker
NCI Early Learning Centre, Uyo
05.2019 - 11.2021
Agricultural Extension Agent
Ministry Of Agriculture And Rural Development
02.2018 - 04.2019
PhD - Human Geography
University of Aberdeen
MSc - Agricultural Extension/Rural Development
University of Ibadan
B.Agric - Agricultural Economics and Extension
University of Uyo