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Kennedy Paul

DABADIE

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Export Technical Sales Agronomist

Caribbean Chemicals & Agencies Ltd
Aranguez, T&T
01.2015 - Current
  • Enhance our agricultural support and engagement throughout the islands: Identify the primary farming regions on each island to gain a more comprehensive understanding of their particular requirements and challenges.
  • Establishing robust personal and professional relationships with key farmers within these districts to facilitate effective collaboration and the exchange of information.
  • Regular visits to farms for the purpose of pest and disease diagnosis to provide tailored and sustainable management recommendations directly to agricultural practitioners.
  • Offering expert technical guidance on the suitable and efficient application of agricultural inputs, including pesticides, irrigation, fertilizers, and seeds for optimizing yields and promoting sustainability.
  • My duties encompass the execution of product trials, which involves direct field comparisons between our company's offerings and those of our competitors. This includes meticulous data acquisition, the provision of pertinent photographic evidence, comprehensive data analysis, and the inclusion of detailed observations within technical reports. These trials are instrumental in assessing the efficacy of both newly developed and established products.
  • Systematic analysis of competitor products during fieldwork, culminating in reports on their performance and presence within the market.
  • Contribute to the development of our company's cropping guides by leveraging data derived from field trials, substantiated by scientific research, to formulate and document effective, crop-specific strategies. These agronomic guidelines address the prevention and management of prevalent insect pests and microbial diseases, as well as optimal fertilization and irrigation practices.
  • Responsible for the organization and coordination of seminars for farmers, customers, and technical staff within the Department of Agriculture to disseminate the findings obtained from our product trials.
  • Design product flyers that effectively highlight our company's offerings.
  • Contribute content for our annual marketing calendar, which may include farmer photographs, testimonials, and pertinent technical information.
  • Assist in the development of our database through the collection of farmer contact details.
  • To enhance the promotion of our products and their successful application, I contributed to managing marketing activities on social media platforms such as Instagram and WhatsApp.
  • Identify and articulate the key selling propositions of our products, emphasizing their efficacy in the field as substantiated by statistical analysis.
  • Coordinate Plant Clinics at agro-shops to directly promote our products to our customer base.
  • Prepare sales plan for approval at the commencement of each fiscal year.
  • Manage projects through the application of relevant knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to ensure the achievement of our objectives. This involves the planning, organization, and management of resources within each fiscal quarter, while also adhering to the budget established by management.
  • Provide support for product tendering processes for projects, including those funded by institutions such as the World Bank and Unleashing the Blue Economy in the Caribbean (UBEC), specifically within the Contingent Emergency Response Component (CERC).
  • Monitor year-to-date sales data to develop comprehensive sales projections, drawing insights from the sales figures of the preceding year.
  • Engage with the Pesticide and Toxic Chemical Control Board (PTCCB) to fully comprehend the prerequisites for registering our products.
  • Contact our suppliers to request the specific information and documentation relevant to the products and in accordance with the PTCCB's stipulations.
  • Upon receipt of the dossiers, conduct a thorough review to ascertain their accuracy and completeness.
  • Finalize and submit the official application forms, accompanied by all pertinent supporting materials, including the aforementioned dossiers, for product registration.
  • Maintain consistent communication with the PTCCB during the assessment process to track its advancement and keep our suppliers informed.
  • Oversee the application for product reregistration as and when it is required.

Lab Technician

National Flour Mills Ltd
07.2011 - 11.2014
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Documented experimental procedures thoroughly, facilitating effective communication among team members.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.

Education

Ph.D. - Plant Science

University of The West Indies
St Augustine Trinidad And Tobago
10.2025

Bachelor of Science - General Agriculture

University of The West Indies
St Augustine Trinidad And Tobago
10.2011

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Sales strategy development
  • Technical report writing
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Project management experience
  • Market trend analysis
  • Financial planning and budgeting
  • Entomology expertise
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Research background

Timeline

Export Technical Sales Agronomist

Caribbean Chemicals & Agencies Ltd
01.2015 - Current

Lab Technician

National Flour Mills Ltd
07.2011 - 11.2014

Ph.D. - Plant Science

University of The West Indies

Bachelor of Science - General Agriculture

University of The West Indies

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