Zorkot Kumah
Educational Specialist at Atomy Africa (Miners Friend Project)
University of Ghana, Legon
Ghana
Hi, I'm Zorkot Kumah!
Educational Specialist at Atomy Africa (Miners Friend Project)
Goal-oriented Environmental Specialist with a B.Sc. in Plant & Environmental Biology and proven field experience at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Atomy Africa. Expert in environmental compliance, environmental impact assessment (EIA), waste and chemical management, risk assessment, and environmental management systems (EMS). Skilled in sustainability reporting, stakeholder engagement, environmental sampling and analysis, climate adaptation and mitigation, and environmental health education. Technically adept with data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, Google Data Studio, Python, R, SQL), Google Earth, and monitoring systems to support policy development, climate action, and ESG compliance. Results-driven leader committed to advancing sustainable development through research-driven and innovative environmental solutions.
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Atomy Africa (Miners Friend Project)
Educational Specialist
January 2025 - Present
Coordinated 5 specialized workshops on heavy metal exposure (mercury, lead, arsenic) across 3 regions.
Supported screening of 100+ miners and residents for heavy metal contamination.
Developed educational materials and delivered health education sessions to 200+ community members.
Strengthened community engagement through partnerships with chiefs, leaders, and NGOs.
Environmental Protection Agency (Chemical Control and Management Centre)
National Service Personnel
November 2023 - September 2024
Processed industrial chemical clearance permits (lead, mercury and sodium cyanide).
Conducted routine inspections of chemical and agrochemical companies.
Supported pesticide technical committee meetings and pest controller training.
Assisted in licensing agrochemical companies and ensuring regulatory compliance.
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