FRANK AWUNI
AGRICULTURALISTS
EMSBÜREN
Summary
To develop skills and gain hands-on experience in livestock management, animal care, and farm operations. The internship will enhance my industry-specific knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and practical skills, enabling me to apply innovative and sustainable practices to improve livestock productivity in Ghana upon my return
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Skilled Animal Care Manager
Wobbe Holsteins
10.2025 - Current
- Built strong relationships with local veterinarians to ensure timely and appropriate medical care for all animals.
- Managed inventory of food, supplies, and medications to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing costs.
- Streamlined operations, conducting regular evaluations of facility maintenance and sanitation practices.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that encouraged professional growth within the team.
- Improved animal care standards by implementing new protocols and procedures for daily tasks.
Poultry Farm Manager
Afeike Farms
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Observe poultry for signs of illness or distress, report issues to senior management, and assist with basic health checks.
- Oversee feeding schedules, ensure birds receive appropriate nutrition, and maintain proper feed storage.
- Maintain cleanliness in poultry houses, water systems, and feeding equipment to uphold biosecurity standards.
- Adhere to biosecurity protocols to minimize disease risks and prevent contamination across the farm.
Cattle Farm Consultant/Manager
Flourishing Farms Limited
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted in daily Feeding and milking of cow
- Feeding calves with colostrum and milk re-placer
- Assisted in Cleaning Barns
- Assisted in Cleaning water toughs
- Repairing and maintaining farm equipment
- Observed cow behavior and reported signs of illness.
- Developed and monitored breeding programs, tracked cow reproduction cycles
- Maintained clean housing, and feeding areas to ensure biosecurity and hygiene.
Extension Officer, National Service
Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Livestock Division
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted in vaccination campaigns, deworming programs, and disease surveillance specifically targeting cattle to prevent disease outbreaks.
- Conducted routine inspections on cattle farms to assess herd health, milk production and management practices.
- Promoted improved feeding strategies on silage use and balanced rations as well as breeding techniques to enhance productivity
- Educated cattle farmers on farm sanitation, waste management, and preventive measures to reduce disease risk.
Education
BSc - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
11.2024
Skills
Farm Management and Record-Keeping
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Ability to work in different farm environments and handle challenges under varying conditions
Biosecurity and Hygiene Awareness
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork and Leadership
Driving License
Yes
Education Level
Masters
What internship are you applying for
- Dairy Production
- Pig production
- Poultry production
Main knowledge (subjects) and skills gained from the studies that is relevant for your internship
- Animal nutrition for optimal milk production
- Dairy herd management (breeding, milking procedures, disease prevention)
- Farm records management for tracking production and herd health
- Knowledge of pig growth and nutrition for efficient feeding practices
- Hatchery management and breed selection for high-yield production
- Disease control and biosecurity measures in poultry farming
- Skills in organic and sustainable crop production
- Hands-on experience in animal husbandry, crop production, and farm management.
Timeline
Skilled Animal Care Manager
Wobbe Holsteins
10.2025 - Current
Poultry Farm Manager
Afeike Farms
09.2022 - 01.2025
Cattle Farm Consultant/Manager
Flourishing Farms Limited
10.2021 - 08.2022
Extension Officer, National Service
Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Livestock Division
09.2020 - 08.2021
BSc - Agriculture
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology