Experience

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  Xenolith geoservices

  Jun 2017 - Jul 2018

  Gis engineer

  Planning and Implementation1. Worked with Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) in developing Existing Landuse Maps for 74 villages in compliance with the MRTP act 1966, demonstrating attention to detail and understanding of regulations.2. Supported GIS-based Development Plan preparation for Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM), showcasing proficiency in geospatial analysis and visualization.3. Conducted stakeholder consultation, digitization work, displaying effective data management and organization skills.4. Processed drone and GIS data, showcasing technical expertise in data analysis. Show less

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  Wri ross center for sustainable cities

  May 2019 - Jul 2019

  Intern
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  Cept university

  Jul 2020 - Dec 2020

  Teaching associate
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  Cdd india

  Oct 2020 - Dec 2021

  Project associate

  Strategy and Implementation1. Worked with UNICEF for developing Faecal Sludge Management strategy for West Bengal. Assisted in project planning, secondary research, stakeholder consultation, data collection & analysis using excel and ArcGIS, startegy development and report writing.2. Supported Jammu Municipal Corporation in developing water body rejuvenation strategy for 61 ponds using Nature Based Solutions (NBS). Assisted in technical and financial proposal writing, project planning, secondary research, stakeholder consultation, data collection & analysis using excel and ArcGIS, strategy development, DPR preparation and report writing.Research and Development1. Led and managed research project on monitoring and evaluating of Faecal Sludge Treatment Technology across India, highlighting the impact of the system on the community, challenges in financially sustaining the system and need for sustainable waste management systems.2. Led research on Codigestion for energy generation through food waste and faecal sludge.Capacity Building and Documentation1. Supported USAID and UNICEF in developing training content (presentation, workbooks and activity guide) on Faecal Sludge Management.2. Developed best practices case study factsheet for NFSSM Alliance - Case of Leh and Dhenkanal.3. Supported in designing and developing magzine for inhouse publication. Show less

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  Swach

  Jan 2022 - Nov 2023

  Waste management expert

  Strategy & Implementation1. Spearheaded the establishment of a low-value plastic collection system in Pune, diverting 1000 metric tons of plastic waste for recycling. This effort led to a significant reduction of approximately 1030 CO2 equivalent greenhouse gas emissions.2. Developed comprehensive financial models for wet waste collection, resulting in substantial cost savings of 30,000-50,000 INR per society. 3. Conducted rigorous analysis of city-level waste data using Excel and ArcGIS, identifying patterns and service gaps to inform data-oriented strategies for service enhancement.4. Prepared project Plan and schedule, monitoring/tracking parameters, Partnership & Collaboration1. Collaborated with urban local bodies to devise and execute strategies for achieving "Zero Waste" in over 100 societies in Pune city. Research and identified innovative financing mechanisms to fund/encourage the implementation of zero-waste societies. 2. Cultivated enduring partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and entrepreneurs, demonstrating strong collaboration skills and contributing to successful implementation of the project.3. Managed and supported teams of 15-30 members in planning and executing on-field strategy and outreach initiatives for a zero-waste management project.Capacity Building1. Delivered comprehensive training sessions on plastic waste segregation and recycling, emphasizing its role in climate change mitigation and livelihood generation. Show less

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  Centre for science and environment, new delhi

  Dec 2023 - now

  Programme officer

  Capacity Building 1. Successfully conducted training sessions for 25 government officials representing 7 states, focusing on the planning and design aspects of faecal sludge and septage management systems.2. Successfully delivered training sessions for 25 government officials, emphasizing the "Reuse of Treated Wastewater and Bio solids," which included a practical site visit to the Behrampur Sewage Treatment Plant in Gurugram.3. Played a key role in organizing and overseeing training initiatives on Climate Resilient Sanitation Safety Planning, in partnership with the World Health Organization.Research and Policy Development 1. Contributed to research endeavors regarding used water management, utilizing both field visits and secondary research methods.2. Developed comprehensive training materials derived from research findings on the Reuse of Treated Wastewater and Bio solids. This included crafting exercises on Behavior Change, Market Dynamics for Bio solids, Demand and Supply Analysis, and Assessments of Pricing and Affordability of Treated Wastewater.3. Evaluated and provided insights into the used water management policy for Uttar Pradesh through policy review processes. Show less