Jennise Trishala Kumar
Kelston,New Zealand
Summary
Motivated and experienced Biosecurity Officer with a strong background in agricultural science, biosecurity regulations, pest and disease management, and stakeholder engagement. Seeking a challenging role where my expertise and dedication can contribute to protecting New Zealand’s biosecurity and agricultural integrity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biosecurity Officer
Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
02.2016 - 01.2025
- Inspected import/export commodities to eradicate invasive pests and diseases.
- Conducted site risk assessments for Biosecurity Approved Premises.
- Monitored and surveilled exotic/invasive species and shops for compliance.
- Boarded and cleared international vessels under Biosecurity Act 2008.
- Organized stakeholder meetings and prepared compliance reports.
- Conducted fumigations for non-compliance consignments.
- Vetted documentation including import permits, phytosanitary certificates, and manufacturer declarations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Fiji National University – College of Agriculture, Forestry And Fisheries
01.2016
Vuci Methodist School
01.2006
Bhawani Dayal Arya College
01.2011
Skills
- Biosecurity Compliance & Legislation
- Pest & Disease Risk Management
- Import/Export Documentation
- Ecological Monitoring & Reporting
- Strong Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Microsoft Office & Data Management
Certification
- Certificate of Completion – Passenger Assessment & Detection of Impostors (U.S. Embassy, Suva – 2017)
- Certificate of Participation – Exceptional Customer Service Skills (Fiji National University – 2022)
- Certificate of Completion – Fresh Produce Pest and Disease Recognition (Ministry for Primary Industries, New Zealand – 2017)
- Australian Fumigation Accreditation Scheme – Methyl Bromide Fumigation Training
References
- Samuel, Patel, Suva Station Coordinator, spatel@baf.com.fj, +679 9908512, Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
- Netava, Raidre, Suva Station Coordinator, nraidre@baf.com.fj, +679 8919120, Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
- Walesi, Vulaono, Station Supervisor, wvulaono@baf.com.fj, +679 8908761, Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
Timeline
Biosecurity Officer
Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
02.2016 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Fiji National University – College of Agriculture, Forestry And Fisheries
Vuci Methodist School
Bhawani Dayal Arya College
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