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About Gabriel G. Mansaray

  • Academic Level Diploma
  • Gender Male

About me

A dedicated and results-oriented professional with strong experience in agriculture development and value chain strengthening. Possesses solid technical knowledge in crop production,post- harvest management, farmer organization ,and market linkage facilitation. Skilled in working directly with farmers , cooperatives , agricbusinesses, and community groupsto improve productivity, income, and access to markets.

The candidate demonstrates excellent  ability to conduct field assessments, deliver trainings, support farmer field schoos, and implement practical solution that enhance efficiency along the agriculture value chain. Known for strong communication, reporting skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. Commited to supporting sustainable agriculture, improving smallholder livelihoods, and contributing effectively to project goals and organizational objectives

Education

Experience

  • 2023 - Present
    Agriculture Value Chain Development Project (AVDP)

    Facilitator

    Responsible for supporting community groups and stakeholders to effectively participate in project activities and achieve intended outcomes. The role involves mobilizing beneficiaries, coordinating training sessions, and providing technical guidance to strengthen capacity at community and institutional levels. Key responsibilities include facilitating trainings and sensitization sessions on topics such as cooperative formation, agribusiness development, financial literacy, and value chain improvement. Work closely with Farmer-Based Organizations (FBOs), cooperatives, aggregators, and local authorities to promote participation, ownership, and sustainability of interventions. supports field implementation by supervising activities, monitoring progress, collecting data, and preparing regular reports. They identify challenges during implementation, propose practical solutions, and ensure that activities align with project objectives and timelines. Additionally, the Facilitator promotes inclusive participation, ensuring women, youth, and vulnerable groups are actively engaged in all project processes.

  • 2016 - 2017
    Community Empowerment and Development Agency Sierra Leone

    Project Officer

    Was responsible for day-to-day project implementation, field coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Worked closely with the Project Manager/Coordinator to ensure activities are implemented according to the approved work plan, budget, and logical framework, while maintaining high standards of accountability, transparency, and impact.

  • 2014 - 2015
    Sierra Leone Red Cross Society

    Psychosocial Officer

    Was responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring psychosocial support (PSS) activities at community and field levels. Effectively worked closely with beneficiaries, community structures, and partner institutions to deliver appropriate psychosocial interventions, referrals, and capacity-building activities, in line with national guidelines and international best practices.

  • 2010 - 2011
    Rural Agency and Community Program

    District WASH Officer

    Was responsible for the day-to-day implementation and supervision of WASH activities, ensuring technical quality, community participation, and compliance with national standards and donor requirements. Worked closely with communities, government institutions, contractors, and partners to deliver sustainable WASH services.

  • 2007 - 2009
    Forum for Women Empowerment and Development (FoWED)

    Community Management of Acute Malnutrition Monitor

    Was responsible for routine field monitoring, data collection, verification, and reporting on project activities and indicators. Worked closely with community health workers, project staff, health facilities, and beneficiaries to ensure interventions are delivered as planned and meet quality standards.

Expertise

Crop production,Training farmers, Market linkages and Data collection and reporting

Languages

Engish, Kerio and Mende
Proficient

Portfolio

Skills