Senior Exploration Geologist with qualification in management

Lacina Ouedraogo, Senior Exploration Geologist; ******.*********@*****.***, +226-********

Lacina Ouedraogo

Senior Exploration Geologist

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, West Africa

Email: ******.*********@*****.*** - Tel: +226.78895001 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ouedraogo-lacina-23bb1443/ Senior Exploration Geologist, with over 20 years of experience, capable of managing all aspects of a complex exploration project including licenses management and definition of efficient and effective utilization of resources. Highly skilled in exploration protocols including reconnaissance, site preparation, geophysics, mapping, geochemistry, trenching and drilling. Knowledgeable in auger, RAB, Air Core, Reverse Circulation and Diamond Drill, and best practices for quality sample acquisition. From 11/2013 to 5/2015, self-study of Surpac, Micromine, ArcGIS, Geosoft, Leapfrog mining software. Competent teacher who has provided training and mentoring to junior staff in exploration geology.

Database research and analyst

Strategy and site management

Good understanding in gold ore and

processing

Geological interpretations

Cross section interpretations

QA/QC tracking and data validation

Fluent in French. Conversant in English

Very good knowledge of MS-Office and

geological software

Excellent understanding of NI-43-101

and JORC Standards

Accomplishments

Contributed to exploration and

development of many deposits

(Bouroum, Kalsaka, Wona, Nyafé,

Fobiri, )

Managed exploration projects from

reconnaissance stage to driling stage

(Safané, Massala)

Generated drilling targets (Safané,

Massala)

Education

2011 – 2012: Master of Science in Management

Higher School (2iE), Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, West Africa 2000 – 2002: Secondary School Teacher Training school diploma Higher School (ENSK), Koudougou, Burkina Faso, West Africa 1991 – 1995: Bachelor of Science in Geology

University of Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, West Africa Training

January 2014: Mineral Resource and Reserve Estimation Practices October 2010: Geochemical exploration

Lacina Ouedraogo, Senior Exploration Geologist; ******.*********@*****.***, +226-******** Professional Experience

Geoteam Exploration Company(GECO) Kouloko, Rima, Tankienga, Ouedeguin, komboari, Bansié, Wuocelmna (Gold grassroot projects)

Senior Exploration Geologist, 3/2018 – today

Performed strategy management and conducted regional reconnaissance. Interpreted geophysical maps to define exploration targets. Prepared geological map with structural interpretation using MapInfo-Discover software. Planned and supervised soil geochemistry and stream sediment analyses. Used Surfer and Geosoft software to prepare soil geochemical map to highlight anomalies. Investigated soil anomalies to define trench targets. Conducted QAQC analysis. Used Micromine software to perform cross sections interpretation to define geological models and contributed to Bansié project resources estimation. Also managed exploration licenses and database, researched, prepared, and wrote reports.

Savary Gold/Hounde Exploration BF Karangasso, Kelesso (Advanced gold project) Consultant Geologist, 1/2018 – 2/2018

Conducted reverse circulation analysis and performed geological mapping analysis. Supervised reverse circulation drilling program including security and environment safeguarding aspects, logged cuttings including lithology, texture, structure, alteration, and mineralization. Evaluated and prepared field mapping and used MapInfo-Discover software to prepare structural interpretation map to determine preferred sites.

Vital Metals Burkina Doulnia, Kampala, Zeko (Advanced gold and grassroot base metals projects) Senior Exploration Geologist, 8/2016 – 10/2017

Performed auger analysis, reverse circulation and diamond drill follow-up including security and environment safeguarding aspects. Supervised RC cuttings logging including lithology, texture, structure, alteration, and mineralization. Conducted diamond drill core logging including lithology, alteration, mineralization, structure, and geotechnical analysis. Interpreted geophysical maps to define exploration targets. Planned and oversaw auger program implementation and activities

(scheduled and supervised of staff and contractors, managed field logistics and team). Interpreted geological assays with field checks to determine targets for drilling and trenches. Managed database information and conducted analyses of geological cross sections to determine trends in mineralization. Conducted QAQC analysis. Also used Micromine software to perform cross sections interpretation and define geological models. Supervised XRF measurements using NITON XL3 instrument. Actively took part in the geological evaluation of Bela Tondi project in Niger. Geoteam Exploration Company/ GECO, BG Mineral, Golden Rim Resources Korongou, Ronguen, Kouloko, (Grassroot gold projects and advanced gold project) Consultant Geologist, 11/2013 – 8/2016

Conducted proactive strategy management of all aspects of exploration activities. Prepared regolith analysis, geological mapping, and soil geochemistry map to correctly determine placement of trenches. Performed field mapping and used MapInfo-Discover software to drawn and prepare map of area for structural interpretations. Oversaw soil geochemistry program implementation and interpreted assays to perform map and highlight anomalies. Conducted field checks to define trenches targets. Supervised trench program activities (setting, sampling, samples description, face mapping). Conducted field work for regolith and geological mapping, and performed structural interpretation map. Actively took part in the geological evaluation of Ronguen gold project. Performed researched and prepared report and made recommendation for an extension drilling program.

Lacina Ouedraogo, Senior Exploration Geologist; ******.*********@*****.***, +226-******** Semafo/ Mana Mineral Mana, Fobiri, Oula, Bombouela, Bara, Massala, Saoura (Greenfield and brownfield gold projects)

Chief Geologist Assistant, 2/2005 – 9/2012

Developed and implemented exploration strategy, managed exploration camp and technical teams. Participated in preparation of exploration budget process, prepared and wrote geological reports. Oversaw geological mapping, managed simultaneously four drilling rigs, managed drilling activities

(scheduled and supervised staff and contractors, managed field logistics and team) including security and environment safeguarding aspects, and trained less experienced staff members. Managed database information and conducted analyses of geological cross sections to determine trends in mineralization. Conducted QAQC analysis. Interpreted geophysical maps to define exploration targets. Planned and implemented soil geochemistry programs and performed field geological mapping. Drew and prepared regolith and geological maps with structural analyses. Planned and supervised auger programs, reverse circulation, and diamond drilling programs. Performed core logging. Also photographed and sampled core. Interpreted geological assays and performed field checks to define drilling targets. Government of Burkina Faso - Kiembara (Secondary School) Teacher, 11/2002 – 02/2005

Planned, prepared and delivered lessons to a high standard. Supervised and monitored students in classroom. Marked student’ courses work. Participated to meeting with teachers and students’ parents.

Channel Resources, Cluff Mining, Ashanti Goldfield, Carlin Resources- Po, Piéla, léo, Boroum, Tounté, Roba, Kalsaka, Ténado (Greenfield and advanced gold projects) Junior Geologist, 10/1995 – 07/2000

Implemented soil geochemistry programs: positioned the sampling points, supervised the sampling and described the samples (coordinates, color, composition, environment...). Performed regolith and geological mapping, sampled and described rock samples (coordinates, type, structure, alteration, mineralization, environment...) for analysis. Implanted trenches on field, performed sampling, described samples (lithology, texture, structure, alteration, mineralization) and mapped trenches faces. Supervised drill (Reverse Circulation, Rotary Air Blast and Diamond Drill) rigs, supervised sampling, logged cuttings (Lithology, texture, structure, alteration and mineralization) and performed RQD measurements for core.

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