Pach Philip Dhuka
About Pach Philip Dhuka
Pach Philip Dhuka serves as a Livestock Program Officer specializing in Beekeeping, focusing on value chain activities and training for producer groups in South Sudan. He has a background in animal production and extensive experience in beekeeping training and program implementation.
Current Role at Catholic Relief Services
Pach Philip Dhuka serves as a Livestock Program Officer specializing in Beekeeping at Catholic Relief Services since 2021. He operates within the South Sudan Program, specifically in Jonglei State. In this role, he leads the RFSP component focused on Beekeeping and honey production, emphasizing production, value chain addition, and marketing activities. Dhuka collaborates with field-based livestock and fisheries staff to integrate Beekeeping into broader livelihood and food security interventions.
Previous Experience at Catholic Relief Services
Dhuka previously worked at Catholic Relief Services as a Livestock Program Officer - Beekeeping from 2019 to 2020. During this time, he was involved in various initiatives in the South Sudan Program, particularly in Jonglei State, Bor. His responsibilities included conducting training on honey production for producer groups and program staff, as well as participating in the procurement process for Beekeeping equipment.
Experience at Oxfam Intermón
Before his tenure at Catholic Relief Services, Dhuka worked as an EFSL Assistant Officer at Oxfam Intermón for four months in 2015 in Bor, South Sudan. This role contributed to his understanding of food security and livelihood interventions in the region.
Education and Qualifications
Pach Philip Dhuka holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Production from Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. He also completed his secondary education at Makerere Modern SSS, achieving the Uganda Certificate of Education from 2002 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in Livestock and Beekeeping.
Training and Development Initiatives
Dhuka is actively involved in the formation and training of Beekeeping producer groups and seconded field extension agents. He has developed training modules specifically designed to enhance honey production skills among these groups. Additionally, he ensures the consistent application of Beekeeping best practices by collecting and sharing success stories, and he coordinates with the Livestock and MEAL team to prepare comprehensive reports on key achievements in honey production.