ROBERTSON JONES KATUNGA
Environmental Scientist, ESL Teacher
82-2 Fuguo Road, Hualien City,Hualien, Taiwan
Summary
Environmental Change-Maker with expertise in collaborative management of natural resources alongside local communities, indigenous peoples, and governmental entities. Experienced Environmental Health and Safety specialist leading programs to protect people from workplace and environmental hazards. Proficient in GIS (Geographical Information Systems) and extensive research in agro-climatological studies showcased through Master's thesis. Skilled in coordinating and consulting on education matters, particularly in rural and community development. Solid foundation in educational management gained through teaching across different educational levels.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
32
32
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Agro-climatology Researcher & ESL Teacher
National Dong Hwa University & LCE School
06.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Managed and analyzed spatial data for research purposes
- Recommended formulation of climatic models (that incorporates components of geospatial assessments) and the development of adaptation programs to climate change impacts on crop production
- Specialized in helping non-native speakers of all ages and levels learn the formal grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation of spoken and written English
Education Consultant
Muslim Development Institute
- Spearheaded initiatives to integrate technology into the classroom, increasing student interest in course content.
- Conducted assessments to determine the educational needs of the institution.
- Evaluated educational strategies and resources and proposes evidence-based solutions.
- Collaborated with educators and administrators to develop a curriculum that aligns with local standards and goals.
Team leader in data analysis
FAWEMA and Save the Children's Keeping Girls in School money transfer program
01.2016
Coordinator
COTN's Teachers' in Service training in Literacy and Learning Strategies
01.2015
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
National Dong Hwa University
Hualien, Taiwan 04.2001 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies (Geography major)
University of Malawi
Zomba, Malawi 04.2001 - 01.2015
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TEFL Certificate -
TEFL Professional Institute
04.2001 -
Skills
Strong organizational, training and facilitation skills
People person and establishing strong term relations
Good Interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels
Able to work in a multicultural environment
Excellent standard of written, oral and communication English
Critical Thinking
Data Analysis
Attention to Detail
MS Office
Documentation And Reporting
Scientific Writing
Research Planning
Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Computercompetencies
- Arc GIS
- Geo MS
- Ms Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Internet
Personal Information
Gender: Male
References
- Prof. Ming-Chien Su, Professor of Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies, National Dong Hwa University, Shoufeng, Hualien, 97401, Taiwan, 886-3-8903331, 886-3-8900210, mcsu@gms.ndhu.edu.tw
- Dr. Evans Mwathunga, Head of Department, Geography and Earth Sciences Department, Chancellor College, University of Malawi, P.O Box 280, Zomba, Malawi, +265 888 603 565, emwathunga@cc.ac.mw
- Linden Hulme, Little Canada Private English, Academic Department, Nō 10 Minquan 4th street, Hualien, 970, Taiwan, +886 982 398 405, lindenhulme@gmail.com
Languages
English
Chinese
Chichewa
Chiyao
Zulu
Ndebele
Shona
Hrskills
- Training Techniques
- Geo spatial analysis
- Education consultancy
- Environmental management
Software
ArcGIS
Timeline
Agro-climatology Researcher & ESL Teacher
National Dong Hwa University & LCE School
06.2020 - Current
Team leader in data analysis
FAWEMA and Save the Children's Keeping Girls in School money transfer program
01.2016
Coordinator
COTN's Teachers' in Service training in Literacy and Learning Strategies
01.2015
Master of Science - Environmental Science
National Dong Hwa University
04.2001 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies (Geography major)
University of Malawi
04.2001 - 01.2015
TEFL Certificate -
TEFL Professional Institute
04.2001 -
Education Consultant
Muslim Development Institute