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NDINEHAFO M NGHIPANGELWA

NDINEHAFO M NGHIPANGELWA

Summary

Fisheries and aquatic sciences graduate with excellent study skills and an extensive enthusiasm for carrying out fieldwork to advance research goals. Strong analytical abilities as well as a keen eye for detail to summarize and statistically analyze data to prepare technical reports in order to assist in the improvement of our fast-paced and multifunctional fisheries industry. Recognizing the value and various concepts of science and research has always sparked my interest and it is something I have always been passionate about. I possess a profound intellectual curiosity, perpetually driven to explore new avenues for growth within my field.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Lecturer

University of Namibia
Hentiesbaai, Erongo
02.2024 - Current
  • Develop and deliver undergraduate lessons in ichthyology, fish biology, fisheries science.
  • Prepare presentations, laboratory exercises, and field trips to facilitate student learning.
  • Update and revise course materials to reflect advancements in the field and incorporate innovative teaching methods.
  • Fulfill administrative responsibilities associated with teaching, such as grading, syllabus development, and course coordination.
  • Developed assessments, including tests, quizzes, and exams, to evaluate students' understanding and mastery of the material

Research Assistant

University of Namibia (SANUMARC)
Hentiesbaai
06.2022 - Current
  • Msc Project: Stock Structure of West Coast Steenbras using RAD sequencing and Otolith shape analysis.
  • Assisting with data collection and analysis of the One Ocean Hub project and other in-house UNAM linefish projects.
  • Attend and contribute to One Ocean Hub workshops and team meetings.
  • Conducted a social survey, interviewing shore anglers to better understand the shore-based recreational fishery in Namibia.
  • Ordered equipment necessary to successfully conduct research.
  • Wrote reports to summarise data and implications of results.
  • Set up, calibrated and maintained field or laboratory equipment as per study requirements.
  • Entered data into computer database and conducted statistical analyses of data sets to identify patterns.

FISHERIES BIOLOGIST

ONGWEDIVA INLAND AQUACULTURE CENTER
Ongwediva
11.2018 - 01.2019
  • Visited sites to inspect production progress and identify cases of disease, or under-performance, providing practical solutions
  • Performed seed production, hatchery and brood stock management
  • Maintained fish safety, water quality and disease prevention
  • Performed pond fertilization and fish artificial breeding using hormone injections
  • Translated technical concepts to non-scientific audiences to empower and inform.

QUALITY CONTROLLER

OMUALU FISH PROCESSORS
Walvis Bay
11.2017 - 01.2018
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance improvements, enhancing processes and operations.
  • Examined raw materials to confirm consistency and integrity.
  • Reviewed incoming goods against specifications, rejecting inadequate materials, components and finished products.
  • Documented findings from assessments, tests and reviews, producing reports for management review inorder to ensure that final products are as per customer specification.
  • Carried out regular critical control checks on production line.
  • Monitored temperature of products in storage and on packing line.

Education

Master of Science - Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

University of Namibia
Hentiesbaai, Erongo
/2022 -

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES

University of Namibia
Hentiesbaai, Erongo
/2016 - /2020

SENIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE -

JAN JONKER AFRIKANER HIGH SCHOOL
Windhoek, Khomas
/2011 - /2015

Skills

  • Stress management and ability to work under pressure
  • Outstanding communicator
  • Exceptional analytical skills
  • Detail-Oriented thinking
  • Adaptability and resilience
  • Attention to detail
  • Qualitative research
  • Quantitative methodologies
  • Findings analysis

References

  • Mr Linekeela Kandjengo, Head of Department at Sam Nujoma Campus
    0812612599
  • Dr Margit Wilhelm, Msc project supervisor at Sam Nujoma Campus
    0817640541

Timeline

Assistant Lecturer

University of Namibia
02.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

University of Namibia (SANUMARC)
06.2022 - Current

FISHERIES BIOLOGIST

ONGWEDIVA INLAND AQUACULTURE CENTER
11.2018 - 01.2019

QUALITY CONTROLLER

OMUALU FISH PROCESSORS
11.2017 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

University of Namibia
/2022 -

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES

University of Namibia
/2016 - /2020

SENIOR SECONDARY CERTIFICATE -

JAN JONKER AFRIKANER HIGH SCHOOL
/2011 - /2015
NDINEHAFO M NGHIPANGELWA