Josua Ndeliimona
Okahao
Summary
Reputable for successfully developing the aquaculture management plan and conducting field and laboratory tests to investigate diverse topics. Over the 8 years of field and classroom experience, I have developed a reputation for hard work and dedication in science. I have effectively conducted environmental education among various communities through outreach and relevant studies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fisheries Biologist
Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources
Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia
06.2021 - Current
- Implement the Environment and Water Quality Monitoring Program as well as the Namibian Shellfish Sanitation Program
- Perform weekly water sampling at the various monitoring sites, record water and environmental parameters and present parameter trends
- Be responsible for the smooth running of the chemistry and phytoplankton labs and ensuring the timely analysis of all samples and the recording of results onto the database
- Be responsible for ensuring the calibration and maintenance of all lab equipment and consumables
- Carry out monitoring of HAB's and aquatic diseases within the Namibian waters, with emphasis on toxins, harmful algae and WOAH-listed aquatic diseases
- To assist the senior staff in conducting research, inter alia, on water and inshore oceanographic conditions
- To assist in the Division's research and disease and quality control and to be responsible for the smooth running of all activities within the Division
- To assist in short- and medium-term planning and coordination of research and day-to-day activities within the Division, including optimal utilization of personnel appointed
- To supervise and conduct in-house training of technical staff within the sub-division and, where applicable, other personnel
- To assist with talks and presentations for in-house discussions, for scientific publication, and for presentations to stakeholders and the public.
Fisheries Biologist
Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources
Divundu, Kavango East
09.2015 - 05.2021
- To conduct research and biological surveys on inland waters such as rivers and lakes of the region
- To promote sustainable aquaculture and create awareness to relevant stakeholders
- Monitoring and management of aquaculture production systems and fry production.
- As a Fisheries Biologist I have been involved in various research projects since 2015, those entails studies such as:
• Water quality assessment, and management.
• The Kavango and Zambezi River Bi-annual Biological surveys.
• The trends of fish populations in the Kavango and Zambezi River annually.
• Preliminary study of floodplain fish monitoring and annual floodplain harvest in the Kamutjonga floodplains, Kavango River.
• The effects of rearing units on the survival and growth rate of African catfish fingerlings during winter.
• Effect of stocking density on the growth and survival rate of Clarias gariepinus.
• Effect of various feeds on growth performance on Coptodon rendalli.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences -
University of Namibia (UNAM)
04.2015
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences -
University of Namibia (UNAM)
04.2015
National Diploma in Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) -
Namibia University of Science And Technology Previously Polytechnic of Namibia
10.2009
National Diploma in Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) -
Namibia University of Science And Technology Previously Polytechnic of Namibia
10.2009
Grade 12 certificate -
Shikongo Iipinge Senior Secondary School
11.2005
Grade 12 certificate -
Shikongo Iipinge Senior Secondary School
11.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Excel, Publisher, Word, Power Point and Web
- DNA Analysis (PCR techniques)
- Nutrients Analysis
- Direct-mercury Analysis
- Under-25-Ton Skipper
- Restricted VHF Radiotelephone Operators Certified
Internships Field Attachments
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) Program (Unam), Sam Nujoma Marine Resources and Research Centre (SANUMARC), Henties Bay, 12/2012, 01/2013, Brood stock management, Water quality management, Live feed culturing both phytoplankton and zooplanktons, Maintenance of lab circulation systems, Management and caring of live fish, Feeding regulations, Water quality monitoring, Data analysis and presentation
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) Program (Unam), National Marine Information & Research Centre (NatMIRC), Swakopmund, 01/2014, 02/2014, Participated in the Hake Swept-Area Biomass Survey, Biomass and Biological sampling, Stomach sampling, Genetics Sampling, Acquired knowledge of sampling techniques used during the survey
- National Diploma Program (Namibia University of Science and Technology previously Polytechnic of Namibia), Gondwana Canon Park, 01/2007, 06/2007, Nature Conservation Techniques, Monitoring Routines, Daily Supervision, Administration tasks, General report writing
- National Diploma Program (Namibia University of Science and Technology previously Polytechnic of Namibia), Namibia Nature Foundation, 01/2009, 06/2009, Office administration, Community Based Natural Resource Management, Research projects coordination, Research methods, Data collection and analysis
Driving License
Code 8 (B)
Personal Information
- ID Number: 880827 0024 6
- Place of Birth: Onakaheke, Ongandjera
- Date of Birth: 08/27/88
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Namibian
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Mr Lineekela Kandjengo, Head of Department, Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, University of Namibia, +264 64 502 646, lkandjengo@unam.na
- Mr. Titus Iipinge Iita, Senior Fisheries Biologist, Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Directorate of Aquaculture, +264 066, +264 81 8163804 / 812262933, Titus.Iita@mfmr.gov.na
- Stephanus Hamutenya, Senior Fisheries Biologist, Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, National Marine Information & Research Centre, Demersal Subdivision, +264 81 1472947, jaiitembu@unam.na
- Mr. Martin Tjipute, Lecturer and Researcher, Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, University of Namibia, +264 64 502 650, mtjipute@unam.na
- Ms. Shirley Bethune, Senior Lecturer, Department of Nature Conservation, Polytechnic of Namibia, +264 61 207 2690, sbethune@polytechnic.edu.na
- Ms. Louise Theron, Acting Head of Department, Department of Nature Conservation, Polytechnic of Namibia, +264 61 207 2345, ltheron@polytechnic.edu.na
Timeline
Fisheries Biologist
Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources
06.2021 - Current
Fisheries Biologist
Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources
09.2015 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences -
University of Namibia (UNAM)
Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences -
University of Namibia (UNAM)
National Diploma in Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) -
Namibia University of Science And Technology Previously Polytechnic of Namibia
National Diploma in Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) -
Namibia University of Science And Technology Previously Polytechnic of Namibia
Grade 12 certificate -
Shikongo Iipinge Senior Secondary School
Grade 12 certificate -
Shikongo Iipinge Senior Secondary School