TENDE, HOPE BURABARI

Agricultural & Environmental Economist | Data Analytics & Policy Specialist
29 Kozo Road, 501103, Bodo City, NG.

About

Results-oriented Environmental Economist with a PhD in Environmental Economics and Policy and 4+ years of experience in agricultural development and climate-smart agriculture. Skilled in data analysis, sustainability research, and policy evaluation, with proven ability to translate complex research into actionable insights that drive agricultural productivity and environmental outcomes. Seeking to leverage expertise in data analytics and environmental policy to contribute to impactful, data-driven decision-making.

Work

Rivers State Agricultural Development Programme (RISADEP)
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N-Power Agro Volunteer

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Summary

Led agricultural development initiatives for RISADEP, training farmers and implementing climate-smart practices to enhance productivity and environmental outcomes.

Highlights

Trained over 100 farmers on climate-smart agriculture and sustainable farming practices, significantly improving adoption rates and agricultural productivity.

Designed and managed demonstration plots, showcasing modern agricultural techniques and contributing to enhanced farming efficiency and yield.

Collected and analyzed agricultural data using ODK, providing critical insights for robust monitoring, evaluation processes, and data-driven program adjustments.

Identified key environmental and agricultural challenges, contributing to evidence-based policy feedback and program improvement initiatives.

Facilitated effective communication between farmers and government agencies, streamlining service delivery and fostering collaborative development.

Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Agriculture-NYSC
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Administrative Assistant (Intern)

Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive administrative support to the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Agriculture, ensuring efficient operational workflows and organized record management.

Highlights

Supported critical administrative workflows, enhancing departmental efficiency and ensuring timely processing of documentation.

Managed and organized comprehensive documentation and record management systems, improving accessibility and compliance.

Christ Apostolic High School
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Teacher (Intern)

Ijero-Ekiti, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered engaging classroom instruction and managed student assessments at Christ Apostolic High School, contributing to student academic development.

Highlights

Delivered classroom instruction across multiple subjects, developing comprehensive lesson plans that fostered student engagement.

Supervised and evaluated student assessments, providing constructive feedback to support academic progress.

De-Prince International School
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Administrative Assistant

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Summary

Managed administrative tasks and inventory for De-Prince International School, ensuring smooth school operations and resource availability.

Highlights

Prepared essential examination materials and managed school communications, ensuring timely and clear information dissemination.

Managed inventory of school uniforms and learning materials, optimizing resource allocation and availability for students.

Songhai Rivers State Development Initiative
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Intern

Rivers State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported diverse agricultural operations and agribusiness activities at Songhai Rivers State Development Initiative, contributing to production and market success.

Highlights

Assisted in crop and livestock production operations, contributing to efficient farm management and output.

Maintained accurate farm records and supported agribusiness activities, enhancing operational transparency and decision-making.

Contributed to the marketing and sales of agricultural produce, supporting revenue generation and market reach.

Education

Rivers State University
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Environmental Economics and Policy

Courses

Thesis: Environmental Degradation and Youth Migration from Agriculture: The Experience of Ogoniland

Rivers State University
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Master of Science (MSc)

Environmental Economics and Policy

Courses

Dissertation: Effect of Environmental Regulations and Adoption of Green Innovation by Small and Medium Agro-Enterprises in Rivers State Nigeria

University of Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Bachelor of Agriculture (B.Agric)

Agricultural Economics

Courses

Project: Determinants of Youth Emigration from Agriculture

Publications

Impact of entrepreneurial spirit on Resilience of Small and Medium-sized Agribusinesses in Nigeria

Published by

Sumerianz Journal of Business Management and Marketing

Summary

Co-authored publication analyzing the impact of entrepreneurial spirit on the resilience of small and medium-sized agribusinesses in Nigeria.

Urban farm households' willingness to pay for waste disposal in Port Harcourt metropolis

Published by

International Journal of Advanced Studies in Ecology, Development and Sustainability

Summary

Co-authored publication exploring urban farm households' willingness to pay for waste disposal in Port Harcourt, contributing to sustainable environmental practices.

Conference Presentation: “Urban Farm Households' Willingness to Pay for Waste Disposal in Port Harcourt Metropolis"

Published by

International Conference on Economic Development and Sustainability, Rivers State University

Summary

Presented research on urban farm households' willingness to pay for waste disposal, contributing to discussions on sustainable development at an international conference.

Languages

English

Conversational

Khana

Fluent

Certificates

Agricultural Extension Tools & Methodologies

Issued By

Federal Ministry of Agriculture

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Issued By

Academy Halogen

Entrepreneurship Training in Agriculture

Issued By

RISADEP

Certificate of National Service

Issued By

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

Skills

Data Analysis & Visualization

Power BI, Excel, ODK, Python (Basic Level), Data Cleaning, Data Entry, Basic Analysis.

Environmental & Climate Policy

Environmental & Climate Policy Research, Climate-Smart Agriculture, Policy Analysis & Evaluation, Environmental Impact Assessment.

Research & Reporting

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Field Data Collection, Research Writing & Reporting, Quantitative & Qualitative Research, Academic Publishing.

Stakeholder Management

Stakeholder Engagement, Communication & Presentation, Team Collaboration.

Professional Skills

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving, Time Management & Organization, Adaptability & Continuous Learning, Sustainable Development Awareness.

Other Tools

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.

References

Available Upon Request