Lionel Mbanda

Experience

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  Hydrotech Sarl

  Mar 2013 - Jul 2017

  Geologist

  - Undertake and Monitor several field geophysical surveys for borehole selection sites in Douala, Buea, Mamfe, and Limbe.- Assist and Supervise the Drilling operations of several boreholes in Douala, Buea, Mamfe and Limbe.- Assist in the drilling operations of boreholes F2 and F3 for NABCO Company (AZUR Group), in Ombe. Served as mud logger; collect, label and describe rock samples from the different boreholes. Drew graphic log sections and description of rock lithology.- Conduct and monitor Aquifer Pumping Tests on borehole F2 and F3 for NABCO Company (AZUR Group), in Ombe. Collect and record daily values of PH, E.C, temperature, salinity and iron concentration from water samples. Monitor the flow rate and drawdown of the aquifer during the pumping test.- Assist in the drilling operations of 20 boreholes for CIMENCAM in the Djoungo quarry, Njombe.Collect, label and describe pozzolan samples before they were sent to the laboratory for analysis. Proactively participate in the determination of reserve estimate of pozzolanic material in the quarry.- Presented research findings during the: SONARA Open Days in Limbe, Scientific Research Days organized by the Ministry of Scientific research in Kumba, UB-Science Expo 2013 in Buea. Show less

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  LABAYA CONSULTANCY LTD

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2013

  Field Manager

  Supervised a survey in the Bakossi National Park in Cameroon, to track the impact of indigenous population poaching activities on endangered species such as; gorillas, monkeys, chimpanzees... Developed a GIS data-based system of these species and corresponding activities of the population in the national park. Lead and organized Fieldwork campaigns with the support of local NGO’s in 12 villages surrounding; Bangem, Bakwa Supe, Konye and Kumba.Collaborated with WWF and GIZ Cameroon, in drafting the final project report on poaching and trapping activities in four protected areas in the South West Region of Cameroon. Show less

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  Addax Petroleum

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

  Field Geologist

  Consultant for Addax Petroleum Cameroon: prepared desk studies, assist company interns and the geoscience department team during an oil & gas exploration fieldwork campaign in; Kita, Illor and Dibonda, onshore section of the Rio del Rey basin in Cameroon.

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  China-Africa Institute

  Jan 2019 - May 2022

  Research Consultant

  African research team principle investigator on; China and Cameroon green development path and policies.

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  SuperMap Software Co.,ltd

  Aug 2019 - Apr 2020

  Business Development Assistant

  - Develop business opportunities for the company in West and Central African region.- Conduct partnership and market research analysis for company potential clients in 4 countries; Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast and Guinea.- Elaborate profitable business and cooperation plan with Key government institutions, Private owned GIS technology companies and universities within the West and Central African region.- Arrange high-level corporate meetings between company representatives and partners within the sub-region.- Deliver presentations to potential partners on the company GIS technology platform, services and solutions.- Organize the African Young Professionals Internship Program; develop business strategy, customer-care support and business portfolio follow-up with intern teams from; Cameroon, Guinea, Egypt and Botswana. Show less

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  International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2021

  IRENA 2021 Youth Forum Delegate

  Alongside 400 youths selected worldwide, participated in the discussion and elaboration of recommendations at the meeting of the 3 thematic working groups organized by IRENA on: 1-The role of renewables in addressing key social challenges, including in humanitarian and health sectors. 2-Creating opportunities for youth in the energy transition by addressing challenges related to gender equality, job creation and education. 3-Promoting youth voices and work, such as community engagement, research and advocacy on renewable energy. Show less

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  International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  IRENA Student Leaders Programme (SLP)

  IRENA`s flagship program designed to support, train and guide a future generation of global energy professionals. Selected Trainees gain the knowledge and skills necessary to address urgent energy challenges.

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  Freelance

  Jan 2022 - Aug 2022

  External Consultant

  -External consultant for the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for the development of AIIB`s Energy Sector Strategy Document.- International expert for the 9th Annual EPRI-IEA Challenges in Decarbonization Workshop, “A window into the global energy transition”.- Regional and Country contributor and reviewer for REN21 Renewables Global Status Report (GSR).

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  Amoul®

  May 2022 - Jun 2023

  - Oversee and responsible for business operations in; South Africa, Botswana, Algeria, Zimbabwe, Tunisia, Mauritania, Cameroon and Benin.- Account management, and growth through upsell and cross-selling activity and sales account monitoring using the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.- Built strong “trust” relationships with clients, creating trust and confidence at multiple levels, including users, key contacts, managers and business leaders, to increase revenue and sales opportunities.- Liaised with Regional Manager to develop a strategy plan for country markets which includes an analysis of revenues/solutions, strategy for growth, objectives and implementation schedule.- Liaised effectively with internal departments to maximize sales opportunities, including Product Development, and to keep up to date with existing and new services and marketing/sales campaigns. Show less

  • International Sales Manager (Algeria, Tunisia, Cameroon, Botswana and South Africa)

    Jan 2023 - Jun 2023

  • International Sales

    Jul 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Country Sales Manager

    May 2022 - Jul 2022
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  United Nations Youth Leadership Development Program (UNYLDP)

  Oct 2023 - now

  Youth Lead/Program Coordinator
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  Global Youth Leadership Development Council (GYLDC)

  Jan 2024 - now

  Director of Partnerships and External Affairs
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  Academic Council on the United Nations System (ACUNS)

  Feb 2024 - now

  Member