Sudden Sakala

Experience

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  Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc

  Mar 2017 - Mar 2017

  Research Assistant

  -Assisted in planning and conducting of environmental impact assessment (EIA), regarding development of a solar panel power plant for copperbelt energy corporation, around copperbelt university east entrance.-Collectected flora and fauna data.-Assisted in report writing and preparation for flora and fauna assessment.

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  Department of National Parks & Wildlife

  May 2017 - Jul 2017

  Trainee Ecologist

  • Daily weather data collection and analysis (Microsoft Access 2016) • Daily Law enforcement data entry and processing (SMART software) • Litter/ waste management along Lusaka-Mongu road (Mike-9) and extension services to surrounding communities. • Animal and vegetation monitoring within the park & surrounding GMAs• Submission of monthly reports.• Worked with GIS (Geographical Information System) software together with the research technician on mapping of selected study areas.• Conducted field operations & Research. Show less

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  CONSERVATION AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT OF ZAMBIA

  Dec 2018 - Dec 2019

  Community Liaison Officer

  • I was responsible for facilitating Community group discussions and meetings on conservation issues. • I was responsible for conducting community conservation awareness and education programs in schools located around Chembe Bird Sanctuary, Zambezian bioregion.• I was responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly reports.

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  Copperbelt University

  Jan 2020 - Jul 2021

  Research Assistant

  The research was conducted in a Zambezian bioregion of Chembe Bird Sanctuary, Kalulushi, Zambia. Published by Springer in July 2021. • I was responsible for overseeing the collection, entry, verification, management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of data. • I supported the development of standard operating procedures and data management documentation for the project.• I liaised between the University project centre and remote project sites and personnel. • I ensured that the relevant research methodology was applied and all research material is handled following established protocols, policies, and procedures.• I supported the development of presentations and presented information and training sessions to project personnel and project participants.• I was responsible for gathering and compiling information and data required for the preparation of scientific papers, abstracts, and graphs. • I participated in research project meetings and proposed recommendations for procedure modifications and development in the areas of data management, quality control, and assurance. Show less

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  West Lunga Conservation Project (WLCP)

  Sept 2021 - now

  Livelihoods Officer

  My role involves assisting with the implementation and planning of Community Game Reserves by assisting with environmental education and outreach programmes through Community engagement in the West Lunga Conservation Project catchment through various support programs such as conducting community mapping for project catchment, monitoring beekeeping programmes, assist with community needs assessments and implementation of a betterment livelihood strategy for various communities surrounding the west Lunga ecosystems. Show less