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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Training
Language Proficiency
Certification
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Rodgers Barasa

Rodgers Barasa

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Dynamic instructor with a proven track record in both the aviation and oil and gas industries, excelling in technical skills training and learner evaluation. Adept at fostering collaboration and enhancing learning experiences, I leverage strong communication skills and innovative instructional techniques to drive participant engagement and success. Passionate about safety and compliance in training environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructor

Emirates Technical and Safety Development Centre
Abu Dhabi
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed and delivered engaging training programs on safety procedures.
  • Facilitated hands-on workshops to enhance technical skills of participants.
  • Evaluated learner progress and provided constructive feedback to improve performance.
  • Collaborated with industry experts to update training materials and curriculum.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during training sessions.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
  • Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
  • Utilized assessment tools to measure knowledge retention among trainees.
  • Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
  • Utilized multimedia technologies such as audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes.
  • Incorporated current events into lessons in order to engage student interest in real world applications.

Trainer; Dangerous Goods and Cargo

DAS Aviation School
Entebbe
11.2016 - 11.2023
  • Developing training modules in line with the DAS Training Manual.
  • Organizing, Managing and updating of the training modules.
  • Facilitating/ Conducting of trainings - both physical and virtual classrooms.
  • Organizing, Setting and marking of the end of training examinations.
  • Writing of the training reports
  • Any other official duty assigned by the Projector Manager - Training

Team Leader - Cargo Imports Dept

DAS Handling LTD Entebbe International Airport
Entebbe
01.2019 - 10.2023
  • Led team to ensure efficient cargo handling operations of DAS Handling at Entebbe International Airport.
  • Coordinated daily schedules for staff to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
  • Trained new employees on safety procedures and operational protocols for air cargo.
  • Communicated effectively with airport authorities to resolve logistical challenges promptly.
  • Implemented best practices for loading and unloading cargo to enhance safety standards.
  • Assisted in inventory management to maintain accurate stock levels of materials and supplies.
  • Fostered a collaborative team environment through regular meetings and feedback sessions.
  • Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
  • Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
  • Reviewed customer service surveys and implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all team activities.

Cargo Clerk- Cargo Department

DAS Handling LTD Entebbe International Airport
Entebbe
01.2013 - 12.2018
  • Receiving imports/ Exports cargo on behalf of the customer airlines.
  • Establishing eligibility of cargo for transportation on a particular carrier.
  • Inspection of the cargo shipment to ensure it is properly packed, marked and labeled.
  • Establishing the number and weight of packages.
  • Preparation of shipping documentation including NOTOC and other cargo documents necessary on the flight.
  • Receiving and forwarding imports cargo documents to customs for tracking
  • Reconciling import cargo with the accompanied documents

Research Assistant

UVRI – IAVI HIV Vaccine Program
10.2012 - 01.2013
  • Obtaining informed consent
  • Collection of data
  • Taking participants through HIV pre-test and posttest counseling
  • Provide VCT

Data Collector

Child Fund Uganda (Busia Area) in partnership with Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (UK)
Busia
06.2012
  • LQAS Malaria Survey in children (6months – 9years) in Busia District

Education

MBA - Human Resource Management

Amity University
India
11-2022

Post Graduate Diploma - Logistics and Transport Management

Uganda Management Institute
Uganda
05-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Organization Studies

Makerere University
Uganda
01-2013

UACE -

St. John’s SS - Busia
Busia, Uganda
12-2008

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Busia Secondary School
Busia, Uganda
12-2006

KCPE (Equated to PLE) -

Buradi Primary School (Kenya)
Kenya
12-2002

Buyengo Primary School
Uganda
12-1999

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Online teaching experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Classroom management techniques
  • Student evaluation
  • Technical skills training
  • Leadership skills
  • Computer skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Instructional techniques

Training

  • Dec 2024: Scottish Qualifications Assessor (SQA) course
  • Oct 2024: UAE GCAA COVAL for Dangerous Goods Training Instructor (Group A)
  • Aug. 2023: Dangerous Goods Regulations CBTA 7.3 Refresher (Formerly Cat 6)
  • June 2022: Competency-Based training for Dangerous Goods Instructors by IATA
  • Dec 2021: Temperature Controlled Cargo Operations by IATA
  • July 2021: Live Animal Regulation refresher by Kenya Airways
  • July 2021: Perishable Cargo Regulation refresher by Kenya Airways
  • May 2021: Virtual Class Instruction (VCI) by ICAO (Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT))
  • Mar. 2021: Airside Safety Training by DAS/CAA
  • Feb 2021: Infectious Substances Shipping Guidelines by IATA
  • Nov. 2020: Dangerous Goods Category 6 Instructor refresher by IATA
  • Jul. 2020: T.O.T in Infectious Prevention and Control (COVID 19) Awareness by Ministry of Health
  • Apr. 2019: Cargo Security Training by CAA Uganda
  • Feb. 2019: Human Factors Training by DAS
  • Jan. 2019: Emergency Response Training by CAA
  • Jan. 2019: Airside Safety Training by DAS/CAA
  • Sep. 2018: Unit Load Device Regulation Management Training by Kenya Airways.
  • Apr. 2018: Cargo skills and Procedures Training by Kenya Airways
  • Apr. 2018: Warehouse and Build Up Skills
  • Nov. 2016: Train the Trainer - Advanced by IATA
  • Nov. 2016: Instructional Techniques by IATA
  • Aug 2015: Safety Management System (SMS) by Kenya Airways
  • Dec. 2014: The Air Cargo Management System(TACMS) training by CAA
  • Nov. 2014: Aviation Security Awareness training by Kenya Airways
  • Aug. 2014: Customer Care Training by the Uganda Employers Association.
  • Jul. 2014: Unit Load Device(ULD) training by Kenya Airways
  • Aug.2013: Airport prevention, emergency evacuation and safety awareness sensitization training.
  • Jan 2013: Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training at UVRI-IAVI
  • June 2012: Certificate in Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS)

Language Proficiency

English
First Language
Swahili
Advanced (C1)
C1

Certification

  • GCAA COVAL for Dangerous Goods Training Instructor - Group A
  • Qualified and certified instructor in hydrogen sulfide (OPITO), HSE courses,
  • SQA assessor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Instructor

Emirates Technical and Safety Development Centre
12.2023 - Current

Team Leader - Cargo Imports Dept

DAS Handling LTD Entebbe International Airport
01.2019 - 10.2023

Trainer; Dangerous Goods and Cargo

DAS Aviation School
11.2016 - 11.2023

Cargo Clerk- Cargo Department

DAS Handling LTD Entebbe International Airport
01.2013 - 12.2018

Research Assistant

UVRI – IAVI HIV Vaccine Program
10.2012 - 01.2013

Data Collector

Child Fund Uganda (Busia Area) in partnership with Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (UK)
06.2012

MBA - Human Resource Management

Amity University

Post Graduate Diploma - Logistics and Transport Management

Uganda Management Institute

Bachelor of Arts - Organization Studies

Makerere University

UACE -

St. John’s SS - Busia

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Busia Secondary School

KCPE (Equated to PLE) -

Buradi Primary School (Kenya)

Buyengo Primary School

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