Hi, I’m
Veronica Chioma Ukanwa
Agriculturist & Health Nutritionist
Owerri,Imo
Overview
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Carol Standard Convent, Ichi Anambra State Nigeria
Classroom Teacher
Job overview
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
Auctus Forte Nigeria
Public Health Nutritionist
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Evaluated the impact of implemented programs by collecting data on various health indicators and analyzing outcomes to guide future initiatives.
- Addressed food insecurity issues by partnering with community organizations to establish accessible resources for nutritious foods.
- Served as an expert resource on public health nutrition matters for media outlets, policymakers, academic institutions, and other stakeholders within the field.
- Championed the importance of good nutrition for mental health by participating in interdisciplinary discussions and integrating relevant information into programming efforts.
- Encouraged sustainable agriculture practices within the community by advocating for policies that support local food production systems while prioritizing environmental stewardship.
- Provided one-on-one nutrition counseling for individuals seeking guidance on weight management, chronic disease prevention, or general wellness.
- Collaborated with local healthcare providers to offer comprehensive nutrition services for patients.
- Advanced knowledge in public health nutrition by attending conferences, staying up-to-date with current research, and sharing insights with colleagues.
- Improved community health by developing and implementing comprehensive nutrition programs.
- Increased awareness of healthy eating habits through engaging public health campaigns and workshops.
- Partnered with local farmers'' markets to implement incentive programs that encourage fruit and vegetable consumption among low-income families.
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Assessed clients' nutritional and health statuses to prescribe appropriate eating and exercise plans.
- Produced clear and concise meal and exercise plans for clients based on specific dietary needs and medical requirements.
- Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction.
- Developed and prepared low-fat, low-cholesterol and chemical-free meals.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Managed multiple nutritional educational groups to increase client nutrition knowledge.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
Neolife International
Multi Level Networker
06.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure network solutions for various projects.
- Streamlined processes for network troubleshooting, leading to faster issue resolution times.
- Updated policies governing acceptable use of company networks, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced network performance by optimizing configurations and implementing new technologies.
- Facilitated seamless integration of newly-acquired businesses into existing networks by collaborating closely with relevant stakeholders.
- Championed the adoption of automation tools to streamline routine networking tasks, boosting efficiency across the department.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for network infrastructure, ensuring efficient knowledge transfer and easy reference for future maintenance tasks.
- Mentored junior team members in networking concepts and best practices, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Reduced downtime through proactive monitoring and timely resolution of network issues.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement within the networking team through ongoing training opportunities and skill development programs.
- Initiated efforts towards energy-efficient networking strategies that reduced operational costs without compromising on performance.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve overall security posture by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
- Troubleshot complex issues affecting multiple systems or sites, devising customized solutions that minimize disruptions to business operations.
- Executed social media plans to create cohesive online presence.
- Communicated with media weekly to build relationships and optimize press coverage.
- Developed campaigns to increase public awareness of company and engage customers.
- Assisted with marketing strategy development to increase public awareness and customer engagement.
- Supported Type and integrated partnerships using strategic initiatives.
- Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
- Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
Vechi Consultancy Services
Farm Manager
01.2013 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Led team of Number skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Kept detailed records on crop production, livestock health, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials at competitive prices.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Developed long-term plans for crop rotation, soil management, and sustainable farming practices to maintain soil fertility and prevent erosion.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization techniques.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
- Boosted overall profitability with effective budget management, cost reduction strategies, and market analysis.
- Ensured high-quality produce by adhering to strict quality control measures during harvesting and packaging processes.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Successfully negotiated contracts with buyers to secure favorable terms for the sale of farm products.
- Expanded the farm''s customer base through targeted marketing efforts that showcased the high quality of our products.
- Streamlined communication between departments by implementing efficient reporting systems for accurate information sharing among teams.
- Fostered a positive work culture that motivated employees to excel in their roles while also reducing turnover rates.
- Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals, and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
- Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance, and feeding schedules.
- Recorded numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested and shipped.
Education
Alison Empower Yourself Online
Diploma from Human Nutrition
02.2025
Alison Empower Yourself Online
Diploma from Security Management
2025
Federal College of Agriculture Ishiagu Ebonyi State Nigeria
Higher National Diploma from Agricultural Extension & Management
12.2000
Federal College of Agriculture Ishiagu Ebonyi State Nigeria
National Diploma from General Agriculture
12.1999
Federal College of Land Resources Technology Owerri,IMO State
National Diploma from Soil Conservation Technology
10.1996
Timeline
Public Health Nutritionist
Auctus Forte Nigeria
01.2022 - Current
Multi Level Networker
Neolife International
06.2018 - Current
Farm Manager
Vechi Consultancy Services
01.2013 - 02.2018
Classroom Teacher
Carol Standard Convent, Ichi Anambra State Nigeria
Alison Empower Yourself
Diploma from Human Nutrition
Alison Empower Yourself
Diploma from Security Management
Federal College of Agriculture
Higher National Diploma from Agricultural Extension & Management
Federal College of Agriculture
National Diploma from General Agriculture
Federal College of Land Resources Technology
National Diploma from Soil Conservation Technology
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