Jonathan Nyarko Ocran

Senior Agriculture and Business Consultant @Freelancer

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Jonathan Nyarko Ocran is a seasoned Senior Agriculture and Business Consultant at Freelancer company. He possesses extensive experience and knowledge in both agriculture and business sectors, which he employs to provide strategic advice and solutions to clients. His expertise includes agricultural management, business strategy, project management, and market research. Ocran's ability to blend innovative thinking with practical strategies has made him a valuable asset in helping clients improve their productivity and profitability.

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Work Background

Senior Agriculture and Business Consultant

Mar. 2022Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana*Provided expert consulting services in administration, agriculture, livestock, fisheries, aquaculture and business. *Conducted in-depth research and industry analysis for clients. *Successfully closed consulting deals through effective consultative selling techniques. *Developed comprehensive consulting proposals and bids for projects.

African Union Commission, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaPolicy Officer

Mar. 2012 - Feb. 2022Addis Ababa, Ethiopia* Contributed in implementing African Union decisions in agriculture, livestock, fisheries and aquaculture. * Assisted in strengthening African Union's partnerships with the League of Arab States and Turkey in Agriculture, Agribusiness and Food Security. * Led initiatives to promote sustainable livestock production in Africa. * Assisted in establishing the Continental Ecological Organic Agriculture (EOA) Steering Committee. * Organized training programs on organic agriculture, building the skill sets of farmers and practitioners. * Produced research papers, articles and policy briefs. * Managed and moderated meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences * Authored a 10-million-dollar project proposal for resource mobilization for the EOA initiative in Africa. * Delivered speeches and presentations at various events.

OcranConsultConsultant

Jan. 2005 - Mar. 2012Accra, Ghana* Crafted winning project proposals and concept notes for clients * Completed 51 writing projects for Research and Writing firms. * Secured consulting contracts and achieved improved outcomes for clients * Provided advisory services to livestock farmers, enhancing their bottom-line results. * Engaged in project planning and management. * Served as a part-time consultant on agriculture to AIDEC Consultancies and the Empowerment for Sustainable Livelihood (EFSL)

IndependentIndependent Researcher/Analyst

Jun. 2001 - Dec. 2004Accra, Ghana* Designed and managed secondary/desk research projects. * Conducted competitor analysis for client companies * Developed project and grant proposals. * Identified new markets and businesses. * Published research papers, reports, reviews and summaries in agriculture, business and marketing.

Council for Scientific and Industrial ResearchHead, Livestock and Fisheries Section

Nov. 1999 - May. 2001Accra, Ghana* Reviewed and recommended project proposals on Livestock and Fisheries for funding. * Led the writing of the Manual for the Ghana Agricultural Research Grants Scheme. * Coordinated and planned projects to achieve timely results * Wrote Project Proposals and Progress Reports. * Served on various committees within the Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Secretariat (AFFS).

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)Scientific Secretary (Research Officer)

Sep. 1995 - Oct. 1999Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana* Served as the Secretary to the National Agricultural Research Grants Board, administering a One-million-dollar National Research Grants Scheme. * Conducted preliminary analysis and evaluation of research grant applications. * Monitored grant recipients' progress and reviewed their reports. * Provided logistical and administration support for 16 National Agricultural Programs and Projects. * Participated in research planning and review of 16 National Agricultural Programs and Projects. * Managed the Secretariat for NGOs engaged in Agricultural Research in Ghana.

Ministry of Food and AgricultureFarm Manager

Nov. 1989 - Oct. 1991Nkwanta, Oti Region, Ghana* Introduced innovative breeding and pasture development programs. * Provided managerial leadership to a ten-member staff. * Increased farm output by 5 percent. * Served as a Resource Person on livestock production during monthly training programs.

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