Simon Rengi
Rundu
Summary
I am a highly motivated Agricultural Economics graduate with a strong academic foundation and extensive hands-on experience in agricultural development, project coordination, and data collection. I am skilled in leading agricultural activities, training farmer groups, implementing climate-resilient farming practices, and strengthening rural community livelihoods. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring gender-inclusive participation in agricultural initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer Organizations Organizer
Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Namibia – ADSWAC Project
10.2023 - Current
- My duties include coordinating and overseeing agricultural activities in 20 communities in Kavango West.
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to Farming Instructors on Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA).
- Facilitate Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions and field visits for Producer Organizations.
- Lead formalization and registration of cooperatives/associations and support business plan development.
- Strengthen collaboration with agricultural extension services and promote gender inclusion.
- Prepare regular project progress reports and promote ADSWAC initiatives in communities.
Team Supervisor
Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Supervised a team of enumerators in conducting field surveys across assigned areas.
- Provided guidance, and quality control to ensure accuracy of collected data.
- Coordinated logistics for fieldwork, scheduling, and survey coverage.
- Monitored daily progress and submitted verified data to the constituency supervisor.
Field Assistant – Urban Agriculture Survey
University of Namibia (UNAM)
12.2022 - 12.2022
- Collected primary data using structured questionnaires from urban households with gardens.
- Ensured ethical data collection practices and confidentiality of respondents.
Field Assistant
CRAVE
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted agricultural surveys, acting as interpreter for local language respondents.
- Facilitated group discussions to clarify and validate collected data.
- Provided feedback to the research team on field challenges and suggested solutions.
Field Assistant (Part-Time)
CRAVE
05.2021 - 05.2021
- Collected agricultural data, soil samples, and tree species information from farms.
- Recorded and organized findings for research analysis.
- Worked with farmers to identify local farming practices and constraints.
Farm General Worker (Intern)
University of Namibia (UNAM)
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Performed farm duties including crop planting, weeding, irrigation, and harvesting.
- Assisted in livestock care, feeding, and record-keeping.
Sales Agent (Intern)
Agri Bank of Namibia
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in loan processing, documentation, and customer service.
- Maintained client records and assisted in data entry for loan applications.
Consignment Controller & Salesman (Intern)
Agro-Marketing and Trade Agency (AMTA)
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Ensured quality control of agricultural consignments for storage and dispatch.
- Managed inventory records and prepared sales reports.
- Engaged directly with customers to sell fresh produce and promote market sales.
Education
B.Sc. Agricultural Economics (Honours) -
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Khomas Region04.2023
Diploma - Agriculture
University of Namibia
04.2019
Grade 12 Certificate (NSSC) - undefined
Dr. Romanus Kampungu Senior Secondary School
Rundu, Kavango East11.2014
Skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong analytical and planning
- Works well under pressure
- Project coordination
- Data collection & analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & SPSS
- Report writing & presentation
- Communication, leadership
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team oriented
- Problem-solving and decision-making
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- SRC Finance Secretary, University of Namibia, Windhoek (2021)
- SRC Internal Affairs Officer, University of Namibia, Ogongo (2018)
References
Mr. Francis Chimudzi – DAPP Namibia | +264 81 220 5846
Dr. S.K. Kalundu – Neudamm Campus, UNAM | +264 81 122 9995
Dr. Van Hal-Hiwilepo Penny – Neudamm Campus, UNAM | +264 81 124 0009
Timeline
Producer Organizations Organizer
Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Namibia – ADSWAC Project
10.2023 - Current
Team Supervisor
Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)
09.2023 - 10.2023
Field Assistant – Urban Agriculture Survey
University of Namibia (UNAM)
12.2022 - 12.2022
Field Assistant
CRAVE
04.2022 - 05.2022
Field Assistant (Part-Time)
CRAVE
05.2021 - 05.2021
Farm General Worker (Intern)
University of Namibia (UNAM)
11.2020 - 02.2021
Sales Agent (Intern)
Agri Bank of Namibia
11.2019 - 01.2020
Consignment Controller & Salesman (Intern)
Agro-Marketing and Trade Agency (AMTA)
11.2017 - 02.2018
Diploma - Agriculture
University of Namibia
Grade 12 Certificate (NSSC) - undefined
Dr. Romanus Kampungu Senior Secondary School
B.Sc. Agricultural Economics (Honours) -
University of Namibia
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