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Razel Ripalda

Razel Ripalda

Tacloban City, Province Of Leyte

Summary

Dynamic forestry professional with extensive experience at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Expert in sustainable forestry practices and GIS mapping, successfully led community outreach initiatives and developed management plans that enhanced forest health. Proven ability to train stakeholders and implement reforestation techniques, fostering collaboration and environmental stewardship.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Forestry Technician

Department Of Environment And Natural Resources
12.2021 - Current
  • Conducted forest health assessments to identify disease and pest issues.
  • Developed management plans for sustainable forest resource use.
  • Collaborated with teams to implement reforestation projects effectively.
  • Utilized GIS tools for tracking and mapping forest inventory data.
  • Assisted the community organization in the preparation of community resource management framework plan.
  • Monitored the compliance of the stakeholders on forest protection and conservation.
  • Analyzed environmental impacts of forestry activities to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Led community outreach initiatives to promote awareness of forest conservation efforts.
  • Collected data on tree growth, disease, and other factors to inform long-term forest management strategies.

Forest Extension Officer

Department Of Environment And Natural Resources
01.2017 - 11.2021
  • Facilitated community outreach programs to promote agroforestry best practices and sustainable farming methods.
  • Developed training materials for farmers on sustainable crop management techniques and integrated pest control strategies.
  • Coordinated workshops and seminars to educate stakeholders on new agroforestry technologies and innovations.
  • Analyzed data from field surveys to assess the impact of extension services on local farming practices.
  • Monitored project progress, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community needs.

Tree Nursery Supervisor

Haribon Foundation for the Conservation of Natural Resources, Inc.
06.2012 - 12.2016

1. Supervised the nursery operations of the company such as production of forest tree seedlings and maintenance.

2. Trained the stakeholders in seedlings production and handling and reforestation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Forestry

Visayas State University (formely Leyte State University)
Baybay City, Leyte
04-2004

Skills

  • Sustainable forestry practices
  • Silviculture practices
  • GPS navigation
  • Forest inventory
  • Timber selection
  • Reforestation techniques
  • Inventory management
  • Tree identification
  • Ecosystem monitoring
  • GIS Mapping
  • Forest management
  • Data collection

Certification

1. Training on Community Organizing for Community Development - June 3 to 6, 2025

2. Learning Event on Organizational and Enterprise Development and Skills Enhancement - July 9 to 10, 2024

3. Training Workshop on Enhanced Guidelines and Procedure in the Preparation/ Updating of the Community Resource Management Framework (CRMF) and Five-Year Work Plan (FYWP) - June 21-23, 2023

4. Training on Integrated Pest, Diseases and Plantation Management of High-Value Crop (Coffee) - June 6 - 8, 2018

5. Training workshop on Geographic Information System Mapping - November 24-26, 2021

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Forestry Technician

Department Of Environment And Natural Resources
12.2021 - Current

Forest Extension Officer

Department Of Environment And Natural Resources
01.2017 - 11.2021

Tree Nursery Supervisor

Haribon Foundation for the Conservation of Natural Resources, Inc.
06.2012 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Forestry

Visayas State University (formely Leyte State University)
Razel Ripalda