Sadaf Khan
Summary
GIS and climate resilience professional with expertise in spatial analysis, climate risk assessment, and sustainability reporting. Skilled in leveraging GIS, remote sensing, and data analytics to deliver insights for ESG, risk management, and climate adaptation strategies. Strong background in stakeholder engagement, data storytelling, and supporting corporate decision-making on resilience and sustainability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Geo-climate Research and Product Technical Special
Resilience AI Solution Private Limited
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Lead development and implementation of geospatial models for climate risk assessments, managing hazard-specific analysis for floods, cyclones,
and other extreme events. - Oversee product management and cross-functional collaboration to design and customize analytical tools and dashboards, translating complex data into actionable insights for resilience planning.
- Coordinate and mentor technical teams in geospatial research and innovation, enhancing organizational offerings with advanced spatial analytics,
climate data integration, and new methodologies.
GIS & Data Science Expert
SEEDS
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Use of GIS and mapping technology to analyze and map disaster and climate risk data, including hazard, vulnerability, and exposure information.
- Design, Develop, implement and maintain GIS databases and web-based mapping applications to support disaster and climate risk management decision-making.
- Overseeing the planning and coordination of GIS activities to meet the outlined goals.
- Prepare maps, reports, and other visualizations to communicate project results and recommendations to stakeholders.
GIS Associate
Genesis Ray
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as a liaison between the GIS department and other business units, fostering collaborative relationships across the organization.
- Supported emergency management efforts by providing timely and accurate geographic information during critical events.
- Developed spatial models for predictive analysis, contributing valuable insights into potential future scenarios.
- Performed remote sensing tasks such as image classification and environmental monitoring, supporting informed decision-making processes.
Education
Master of Science - Geographic Information Systems
Symbiosis International University
Pune, India05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, India07-2020
Skills
- GIS & Remote Sensing: ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, GPS & mobile data collection
- Data Analysis & Programming: Python, R, SQL, Power BI, statistical & spatial modelling
- Climate & Sustainability: Risk & vulnerability assessment, RCP scenario analysis, DRR, renewable energy mapping, carbon footprinting
- Research & Policy: EIA, sustainability reporting (SDGs, ESG, TCFD), scientific writing, stakeholder engagement
- Professional: Critical thinking, problem solving, data storytelling, team collaboration, adaptability
Accomplishments
- Paper Publication: Sadaf, K., Shreyasee, D, Akanccha, V., & Sandipan, D., (2022): Forest Fire Risk Modeling Using GIS and Remote Sensing in Major Landscapes of Himachal Pradesh in India. Springer Book Ecological Footprints of Climate Change (Scopus & SCI Indexed).
- Presented a paper titled; Managing urban sprawl using remote sensing and GIS techniques ; at an international conference. Jointly organized by IIT TIRUPATI and Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute.
Timeline
Geo-climate Research and Product Technical Special
Resilience AI Solution Private Limited
11.2024 - 05.2025
GIS & Data Science Expert
SEEDS
06.2023 - 10.2024
GIS Associate
Genesis Ray
05.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Geographic Information Systems
Symbiosis International University
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Aligarh Muslim University
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