SABBIR AHMED KHAN
Winnipeg,Canada
Summary
Dedicated professional with a passion for conservation and sustainable resource management. Experienced in conducting environmental assessments, implementing conservation initiatives, policy analysis, and promoting eco-friendly practices. Skilled in data analysis, project management, and stakeholder engagement, with a proven ability to develop and implement strategies to minimize environmental impact and preserve natural resources. Committed to fostering a greener future through innovation and collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Navigation Specialist
Sara Riel Inc.
12.2023 - Current
- Support Manitoba's with disabilities to complete the application and intake processes for the MSPD program.
- Developing relevant policies for vulnerable communities on resources and benefits.
- Assist in contacting or connecting Manitoba Support staff or other service providers on behalf of the client, as needed.
- Provision of support and referrals for Manitoba Supports clients to access other community resources, such as housing facilities, food, mental health support, etc
- Provide services with emphasis on person-centered, cultural sensitivity, and relevance.
Research Assistant
International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Natural Resource Institute
09.2020 - 01.2024
- Worked with International Development Research Center (IDRC), Canada project on 'Scaling up climate change adaptation knowledge and technologies for empowering women, and to enhance social equity and disaster resilience' in collaboration with NRI, University of Manitoba
- Compiled and synthesized data to identify larger trends and research patterns impacting areas of study.
- Developed instruments to collect data, including experimental documentation and survey questions.
- Reviewed and synthesized relevant research articles to inform the development of research questions and hypotheses.
- Conducted extensive background research on specific topics, establishing a strong foundation for project success.
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop strategies for minimizing climate-induced disasters.
- Developed comprehensive reports, effectively communicating complex research findings to diverse audiences.
Project Associate (Environment and Resource Management)
Bangladesh Resource Improvement Trust (BRIT)
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Advised divisional council on climate change policy issues for vulnerable communities due to climate-induced disasters, environmental safety, and resource management (Sundarbans Forest)
- Supporting implementation of climate project activities and action plans
- Review, assess, and develop new policies and plans relevant to environment and resource management
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for Infrastructural projects near Sundarbans Forest
- Providing adequate administrative and logistics support to the project in compliance with organizational rules, regulations, and strategies
- Providing adequate support in financial management, focusing on quality assurance
- Participating in knowledge-building and sharing activities
- Support the implementation of internal standard operating procedures (POPPs) in the project.
Education
Masters in Natural Resources Management -
Natural Resource Institute, University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Management
Bangladesh University of Professionals
Dhaka, Bangladesh12.2019
Skills
- Resource Management and Conservation
- Environmental Risk Management
- Resource Conservation and Monitoring
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Reviewing and Analyzing Legislation and Policies
- Technical computer hardware, software and OS knowledge
Certification
- Training on "Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)", Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth & Resources, University of Manitoba
- Certification on "Course on Research Ethics (CORE)" based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2: CORE 2022), Panel on Research Ethics, Government of Manitoba.
- Training on "Indigenous Cultural Awareness", Bangladesh Resource Improvement Trust (BRIT).
- Disaster Response Exchange and Exercise-2017 "Damage and Loss Assessment", US Army Pacific, BD Army and Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief.
Membership And Volunteering
- Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA), 10/2023 - Present
- Canadian Red Cross, Safety and Wellbeing Response Planner, 11/2021 - 12/2023
References
- C. Emdad Haque, Professor, Natural Resource Institute, University of Manitoba, Email: CEmdad.Haque@umanitoba.ca, Phone: +1 204-9604919
- Afruza Islam, Engineer, Manitoba Hydro, Email: afruzabd@hotmail.com, Phone: +1 431-3389447
Timeline
Community Navigation Specialist
Sara Riel Inc.
12.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Natural Resource Institute
09.2020 - 01.2024
Project Associate (Environment and Resource Management)
Bangladesh Resource Improvement Trust (BRIT)
03.2018 - 08.2020
Masters in Natural Resources Management -
Natural Resource Institute, University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Management
Bangladesh University of Professionals
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