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I am a Strategic Senior Business Consultant with over 20 years of experience in business strategy, market research, organizational transformation, policy development, and stakeholder management across Africa and international institutions.
I excel at designing growth strategies, conducting financial and competitive analyses, developing partnerships, and driving operational excellence. I enjoy advising executives, leading high-impact programs, and securing funding to support organizational success.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Senior Business Consultant Freelancer at Freelancer
March 1, 2022 - PresentDesigned and implemented business growth strategies and feasibility studies for clients in agriculture, business development, and public administration. Conducted market research and industry analysis to support client expansion, new market entry, and investment decision-making. Developed business plans, policy briefs, and funding proposals, securing financing for agribusiness and development projects. Facilitated capacity-building workshops and executive training, enhancing leadership and operational capabilities.
Policy Officer, Department of Rural Economy & Agriculture at African Union Commission
February 28, 2022 - October 4, 2025Implemented AU-wide strategic policies on agriculture, food security, livestock, fisheries, and agribusiness. Led the Ecological Organic Agriculture (EOA) Initiative, influencing continental agricultural policy and adoption. Conducted policy analysis, stakeholder consultations, and high-level negotiations to build consensus on agricultural development. Coordinated strategic partnerships with the League of Arab States and Turkey, strengthening Africa’s agribusiness collaboration. Authored policy briefs, reports, and concept notes to inform decision-making by ministers and senior policymakers.
Consultant at OcranConsult
February 29, 2012 - October 4, 2025Developed funding proposals securing over $200,000 in grants for agriculture and business initiatives. Designed competitive market analyses that informed client positioning and improved decision-making. Delivered consulting projects that increased livestock productivity by 30% through tailored interventions. Advised on business development and organizational strategy, strengthening client competitiveness.
Independent Researcher/Analyst at Accra, Ghana
January 31, 2005 - October 4, 2025Conducted market and competitor research that identified new growth opportunities for clients. Produced project and grant proposals, expanding funding pipelines for organizations. Published research papers and reviews contributing to knowledge in agriculture and business strategy.
Head, Livestock & Fisheries Section at Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
May 31, 2001 - October 4, 2025Reviewed and recommended research project proposals nationwide for strategic funding allocation. Co-authored the Ghana Agricultural Research Grants Manual, improving grant management processes. Coordinated multi-institutional projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of results.
Scientific Secretary (Research Officer) at CSIR
October 31, 1999 - October 4, 2025Administered a $1M World Bank-funded National Research Grant Scheme, overseeing 16 national programs. Evaluated agricultural research projects, ensuring compliance with strategic objectives and funding terms. Facilitated NGO and stakeholder collaborations, advancing agricultural innovation.
Farm Manager at MOFA
October 31, 1991 - October 4, 2025Increased farm productivity by 20% through innovative breeding and pasture development programs. Managed staff and operational planning to drive efficiency.
Tutor (Animal Science & Biology) at Kwadaso Agricultural College, MOFA
July 31, 1989 - October 4, 2025Taught Animal Science and Biology, imparting knowledge to future agricultural professionals. Managed the livestock farm of the college, ensuring operational efficiency.
Senior Business Consultant at Freelancer (Self-employed)
March 1, 2022 - PresentDesigned and implemented business growth strategies and feasibility studies for clients in agriculture, business development, and public administration. Conducted market research and industry analysis to support client expansion, new market entry, and investment decision-making. Developed business plans, policy briefs, and funding proposals, securing financing for agribusiness and development projects. Facilitated capacity-building workshops and executive training, enhancing leadership and operational capabilities.
Policy Officer, Department of Rural Economy & Agriculture at African Union Commission
February 28, 2022 - October 4, 2025Implemented AU-wide strategic policies on agriculture, food security, livestock, fisheries, and agribusiness. Led the Ecological Organic Agriculture (EOA) Initiative, influencing continental agricultural policy and adoption. Conducted policy analysis, stakeholder consultations, and high-level negotiations to build consensus on agricultural development. Coordinated strategic partnerships with the League of Arab States and Turkey, strengthening Africa’s agribusiness collaboration. Authored policy briefs, reports, and concept notes to inform decision-making by ministers and senior policymakers.
Consultant at OcranConsult
February 29, 2012 - October 4, 2025Developed funding proposals securing over $200,000 in grants for agriculture and business initiatives. Designed competitive market analyses that informed client positioning and improved decision-making. Delivered consulting projects that increased livestock productivity by 30% through tailored interventions. Advised on business development and organizational strategy, strengthening client competitiveness.
Independent Researcher/Analyst at Accra, Ghana
January 31, 2005 - October 4, 2025Conducted market and competitor research that identified new growth opportunities for clients. Produced project and grant proposals, expanding funding pipelines for organizations. Published research papers and reviews contributing to knowledge in agriculture and business strategy.
Head, Livestock & Fisheries Section at Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
May 31, 2001 - October 4, 2025Reviewed and recommended research project proposals nationwide for strategic funding allocation. Co-authored the Ghana Agricultural Research Grants Manual, improving grant management processes. Coordinated multi-institutional projects, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of results.
Scientific Secretary (Research Officer) at CSIR
October 31, 1999 - October 4, 2025Administered a $1M World Bank-funded National Research Grant Scheme, overseeing 16 national programs. Evaluated agricultural research projects, ensuring compliance with strategic objectives and funding terms. Facilitated NGO and stakeholder collaborations, advancing agricultural innovation.
Farm Manager at MOFA
October 31, 1991 - October 4, 2025Increased farm productivity by 20% through innovative breeding and pasture development programs. Managed staff and operational planning to drive efficiency.
Tutor (Animal Science & Biology) at Kwadaso Agricultural College, MOFA
July 31, 1989 - October 4, 2025Taught Animal Science and Biology, imparting knowledge to future agricultural professionals. Managed the college's livestock farm, ensuring operational efficiency.
Education
Executive MBA, Public Administration at Girne American University, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023MSc, Agriculture at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994BSc (Hons), Agriculture (Animal Science) at University of Ghana, Accra
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1987Executive MBA, Public Administration at Girne American University, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023MSc, Agriculture at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994BSc (Hons), Agriculture (Animal Science) at University of Ghana, Accra
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1987Qualifications
Certified Manager (CM)
January 1, 2016 - October 4, 2025Certified Manager (CM)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016Industry Experience
Agriculture & Mining, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education
Experience Level
Expert
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Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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