ENGOLA IVAN TAIWAN

Email: ivantaiwan1@gmail.com
Phone: +256772907901
Date of Birth: 17th July 1999

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Motivated and diligent fourth-year BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING student at Gulu University with a
background in machine assembling, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. Possesses excellent
analytical and mathematical skills, with experience in writing persuasive and academic essays, as well as
thought-provoking poetry. A critical thinker and team player with considerable leadership experience in
school and community engagement projects. Fluent in English, Luganda, and Luo.
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
 Bachelor of Science in BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING | Gulu University
2019-2023 | Expected Graduation Date: Jan l 2024
 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education | 2015-2016-: Busoga College Mwiri
 Uganda Certificate of Education | 2011-2014: Wobulenzi Town Academy
 Primary Leaving Examinations | 2003-2010: Bukasa Primary School
WORK EXPERIENCE
Writer and Editor | Andika Content Agency | 2020 – 2022
 Developed and edited content for various clients, including web pages, social media posts, and
promotional materials.
 Conducted research and interviews to ensure accuracy and quality of content.
Writer and Trainer | Genius Research Center | 2018 – 2019
 Conducted research and wrote academic papers and essays in various fields, including business,
science, and technology.
 Conducted orientation programs for new writers and provided them with the necessary resources,
writing techniques and referencing styles.
Machine Operator | Britania Allied Industries | 2017
 Operated compressors, stretch and blow molding machines, and injection molding machines.
 Ensured equipment was running efficiently and effectively, and performed minor repairs and
maintenance as needed.
Plant Sanitation Specialist | Britania Allied Industries | 2016
  Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
 Operated cleaning equipment and products to ensure a hygienic and safe workspace.
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
 Britania Allied Industries | 03rd January 2022 – 05th March 2022 |
 Gulu City Council | 29th August – 28th September 2022 |
 Segamu 14 Consultancy |28th September – 04th November 2022 |
SKILLS
 Technical proficiency in software, such as ArcGIS, MatLab, Homer Pro and AutoCAD
 Great inclination to Creative Writing: essays and poetry.
 Excellent communication and project management skills.
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Ethical and professional with commitment to confidentiality and Integrity.
HOBBIES
 Board games: Chess, Monopoly, Settlers of Catan, and Scrabble.
 Solving puzzles: Crosswords, Sudoku, Wordle and Quordle.
 Listening to podcasts and news: TED.com, Joe Rogan Experience, BBC and CNN.
 Reading traditional classic literature and contemporary literature.
 Public speaking: delivering keynote speeches at community events.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
 Youth Leader at Kabalagala Church Fellowship.
 Volunteer Tutor for underprivileged children in Gulu, Uganda.
 Volunteer at Local Community events, assisting with set-up, organization, and clean-up.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
 Rotaractor (Gulu University Rotary Club) |2022-2023 |
 Committee Member of Ministry of Gender (19th Guild Government) | 2020-2021 |
 Class Representative (Faculty of Agriculture and Environment) | 2019 -2020 |
 General Secretary (Students Council) | 2015-2016 | Busoga College Mwiri
 Prayer Secretary (Scripture Union) | 2015-2016 | Busoga College Mwiri
 President (Debate Club) | 2015-2016 | Busoga College Mwiri
 Vice President (Debate Club) | 2012-2013 | Wobulenzi Town Academy
 Information Minister (Prefects Council) | 2012-2013 | Wobulenzi Town Academy
REFEREES
 Dr. Grace Okiror | Gulu University | +256772629240
 Ps. Sebina Washington Kaggwa | Kabalagala Church Fellowship | +256776659237
 Eng. Jerry Dugdale | Serve Direct Uganda | +256785825246