Danson Matheri

Agricultural Biosystems Engineer with hands-on experience in agro-processing, compliance monitoring, field data collection, and agricultural research. Experienced in inspecting processing operations, collecting field samples, monitoring production systems, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Practical exposure to macadamia nut processing and honey processing/packaging. Strong in fieldwork, reporting, and enforcing operational procedures.

Undergraduate Research Assistant - ICIPE – Environmental Health Theme - Nairobi

(2024-10 - 2026-02)

• Installed sensors and Arduino-based monitoring systems inside beehives for real-time data collection.
• Opened and inspected stingless bee hives to assess colony health, temperature, and activity levels.
• Collected physical samples (honey, wax, brood material) for laboratory analysis.
• Processed and packaged stingless bee and honeybee honey under hygienic conditions.
• Recorded field data manually and digitally, including temperature, humidity, and hive activity logs.
• Tagged and tracked bees using RFID equipment during incubation and hatching experiments.
• Transported and set up field equipment across different research sites.
• Prepared structured field and lab reports for research documentation.

Production Engineering Intern - Orient Enterprises Limited - Kiambu

(2023-05 - 2023-07)

• Operated and monitored macadamia nut processing machines (sorting, cracking, drying, grading).
• Inspected incoming raw nuts for quality, moisture content, and defects before processing.
• Adjusted machine settings to improve cracking efficiency and reduce kernel damage.
• Collected production data on throughput, waste levels, and machine performance.
• Performed routine cleaning and basic maintenance of processing equipment.
• Checked final products during packaging to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Recorded daily production logs and reported inconsistencies to supervisors.

Industrial Research Attachment - ICIPE – Environmental Health Theme

(2023-07 - 2023-09)

• conducted field visits to monitor stingless bee colonies and record environmental conditions.
• Collected and labeled samples for research including honey and hive materials.
• Assisted in assembling and testing beehive monitoring prototypes.
• Entered and organized collected data into structured datasets for analysis.
• Carried out calibration of measurement tools to ensure accurate reading.
• Assisted researchers in field experiments and data validation exercises.
• Maintained research equipment and ensured proper storage after use.

Agriculture Instructor - UCESCO - Nairobi

(2022-10 - 2022-12)

• Taught high school students Agriculture, preparing them for KCSE national examinations.
• Delivered lessons on crop production, soil management, and farm practices.
• Prepared lesson plans, schemes of work, and exam revision materials.
• Set, administered, and marked tests and assignments.
• Demonstrated practical agricultural techniques to students where applicable.
• Monitored student progress and maintained academic performance records.
• Provided one-on-one academic support to struggling students.

Enumerator (Data Collector) - Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) - Nairobi

(2019-08 - 2019-08)

• Conducted door-to-door data collection during national census operations.
• Asked structured survey questions and recorded responses accurately.
• Verified household information and corrected inconsistencies.
• Used data collection devices/forms to capture demographic information.
• Ensured confidentiality and security of collected data.
• Submitted completed data forms within required timelines.
• Covered assigned geographic areas efficiently and completely.

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Biosystems Engineering - Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) (2019 - 2025)