Competent and Reliable individual seeking to apply my experience and institutional knowledge towards achieving a profitable outcome in the organization
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Local Economic Development Officer
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
11.2022 - Current
To Facilitate LED activities in the Municipality
Evaluate results of Local Area Economic Profiles and make recommendations to the local government
Encourage sustainable gender sensitive and environmentally sound business practices
Work closely with the local development agencies to develop and implement LED strategies and plans
Identify the needs of local entrepreneurs and business start-ups for technical assistance
Act as a first point of call for investment enquiries specific to LED
Identify the LED needs and gaps existing within project communities, groups and individuals to assist with the development of a program of training, technical assistance and sources of support in response to same
Develop relationships with key stakeholders for knowledge sharing and exchange
Assist with the identification, documentation and dissemination of LED best practices
Establish and maintain contact with key national SME support agencies in the project thematic areas, e.g., community agro-tourism, agro-processing, marine protected areas, micro-financing, human resource development/capacity building among others.
Checker Acting as Planning/Communication Officer
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
07.2017 - 11.2022
Research and Acquisition of statistical data for various purposes
Producing reports and developing responses to requests by various agencies
Strategic Planning and Development
Assisting in Development Projects under the Public Sector Investment Programme
Assisting in the relief exercises for flood victims
Function as logistics personnel under the Incident Command System (ICS)
Liaison for the Regional Corporation for tourism programmes and initiatives
Assistant in the execution of the National Latrine Eradication Programme under the MRCRC
Represent the MRCRC in stakeholder consultations with various agencies
Committee member of the Events Committee for the Ministry of Rural Development and Local Government
Appointed as Management Advisory Committee (MAC) Member under the Environmental Management Authority (EMA) to represent the Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation.
Research Assistant/Clerical Assistant
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
08.2016 - 07.2017
Receiving and filing correspondences
Despatching files
Input Information on computerized filing system
Scanning/copying documents
Research/ Reporting
Occasional assistance to the Disaster Management Unit with flood relief programmes.
OJT- Disaster Management Unit
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
11.2014 - 08.2016
Recording disaster events
Generating reports of disaster related events
Aiding in disaster mitigation, response and relief exercises
Assist in planning simulation exercises for Community Emergency Response Tean (C.E.R.T)
Participate and assist in executing disaster response drills
Assist the Disaster Coordinator with administrative duties.
Laboratory Technician- Raw Materials
ALBROSCO/SANTA ROSA FOODS LTD
06.2014 - 11.2014
Traceability of raw materials done by recording name of the product, ingredients, percentage composition, the name and address of the manufacturer, batch number and necessary dates
Documenting all activities, procedures and results accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with quality and safety guidelines
Conducting temperature checks at all key points in the production line to ensure quality operation standards are met
Testing the nutrient content of canned products through chemical analysis (pH, fat, protein, carbohydrate content)
Perform Shelf-life analysis of canned products by assessing the formulation, processing, packaging and storage
Performing visual inspection, seal integrity testing (pressure testing) to detect leaks or defects.
Performing daily quality control and calibrating laboratory machines.
Education
Master of Science - Renewable Energy Technology
The University of The West Indies
St. Augustine Trinidad And Tobago
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The University of The West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago
05.2014
C.A.P.E Examinations -
Northeastern College
Sangre Grande, Trinidad And Tobago
05.2010
Ordinary Level Examination (CSEC) -
Rio Claro College
Rio Claro, Trinidad and Tobago
05.2008
Skills
Communication
Research
Attention to detail,
Time management
Data analysis
Multitasking
Team player
Certifications and Achievements
Certificate of Participation at the Tourism Management Seminar for Latin American, South Pacific and Caribbean Countries in the People’s Republic of China 2018
Certified as a Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T) member. 2012 and 2019.
President of the UWI Hindu Society 2014
All-rounder in the UWI Cricket Team 2012
School prefect of Rio Claro College and North Eastern College
East Indian Singer/ Musician – Manager of M5 Sound Company
Member of a religious singing group (Harika Bhajan Group)
Coordinator and participant in various religious programs
Participant in the Caribbean Youth Science Forum (CYSF) programme 2010
Certified in etiquette, communication skills and ballroom dancing
Assisted in the planning and execution of a primary school quiz in the Mayaro/Rio Claro Region in 2019.
Awards
Awarded a token of appreciation for assisting in Rio Claro Hindu Primary School Baal Vikas Competition
Meritorious award in Northeastern College for being an all rounded student
Religious award for motivation and initiating religious events at Northeastern College.
Top student in Rio Claro College for Physics and Geography CSEC
Affiliations
Committee member of the Project Steering Committee for Improving National Sargassum Management Capacities
Member of the Management Advisory Committee for Environmentally Sensitive Species and Environmentally Sensitive Areas
Member of the Rio Claro Ram Leela Committee
Volunteer Experience
2015, 2023, Rio Claro Ram Leela, Narrator/Tracher/Music Instructor
Rio Claro Hindu School Bal Vikas, Narrator/Tracher/Music Instructor
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/27/91
Nationality: Trinidadian
References
Rachael Ragoo, Cunapo Southern Main Road, Navet Village, Rio Claro, 398-2280
Raymond Seuchan, Waterloo Road, Carapichaima, 721-1979
Timeline
Local Economic Development Officer
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
11.2022 - Current
Checker Acting as Planning/Communication Officer
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
07.2017 - 11.2022
Research Assistant/Clerical Assistant
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
08.2016 - 07.2017
OJT- Disaster Management Unit
Mayaro/ Rio Claro Regional Corporation (M.R.C.R.C.)
11.2014 - 08.2016
Laboratory Technician- Raw Materials
ALBROSCO/SANTA ROSA FOODS LTD
06.2014 - 11.2014
Master of Science - Renewable Energy Technology
The University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The University of The West Indies
C.A.P.E Examinations -
Northeastern College
Ordinary Level Examination (CSEC) -
Rio Claro College
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