Jesse-Martin Manufor, M.Sc, PMP, EPt

Experience

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  Coastal Geo-environmental Services

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

  Environmental Officer

  • Conducted baseline surveys for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) which was used to develop EMP to minimize the impact of 1,000 rural roads constructed by government.• Produced Environmental Impact Assessment Reports, which contributed to decision making by government.

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  Environmental Centre for Oil Spills and Gas Flaring (NACGOND)

  Aug 2014 - Oct 2017

  Environment Project Officer

  • Effected technical support in the oil spill management and remediation of 7 impacted communities; Trained 43 community monitors on early reporting of oil spills incidents, this enhanced clean-up response time and reduced environmental impact in these communities.• Acted as the key, day-to-day client interface managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communication.

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  Stakeholder Democracy Network

  Oct 2017 - Sept 2022

  • Successfully managed over 7 multiyear projects in the areas of climate change mitigation, oil spill management, air quality, remediation, environmental policy and legislation, natural resource management and conservation worth over $5 million within scope, time and budget.• Led a team of 10 in contaminated land assessment of 64 polluted sites, collection and analysis of over 10,000 field data (soil and groundwater) and remediation of over 500,000cubic meters of soil which contributed to the continued successful regulatory compliance monitoring of a USD 1 billion-dollar oil spill remediation project in Nigeria with bi-annual reports that positively informed decision making and certification by regulators.• Secured Ministry of Environment approval for the development of an online Methane Emission tracker that will provide data for Nigeria's Nationally Determined Contribution/Climate change reporting.• Implemented robust stakeholder management strategies, communication and collaboration across a diverse international and local team, resulting in streamlined decision-making processes and upgraded project outcomes; reduced project delays by 30% and enhanced stakeholder satisfaction by 25%. Show less • Developed 7 robust policy frameworks for project compliance by conducting an in-depth review of Nigerian oil and gas environmental laws and regulations; ensured adherence to sustainability practices, reduced legal liabilities, and mitigated environmental risks.• Led the implementation of 8 specific projects, conducting rigorous project reviews, and generating insightful reports, fostering effective decision-making and facilitating successful project outcomes.• Improved stakeholder engagement by organizing workshops, seminars and conferences focused on pressing environmental concerns. Show less

  • Senior Environment Project Manager

    Jan 2019 - Sept 2022

  • Environment Project Manager

    Oct 2017 - Dec 2018
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  Praire Scientific Inc

  Oct 2022 - Apr 2023

  Environment Specialist

  • Employed robust analytical techniques to assess environmental data, providing insights into the health and performance of aquatic biodiversity in project areas, supporting evidence-based decision-making for conservation endeavors.• Coordinated aquatic environment monitoring initiative of 3 lakes in Nunavut, Canada; analyzing field and laboratory data to drive evidence-based strategies for conservation and sustainable ecosystem preservation.• Completed 2 technical reports on Arsenic pollution which assessed environmental compliance of mining operations, and valued ecosystem components- meteorology and water quantity for watersheds covering over 4,000km2 in Nunavut Territory.• Performed analysis of environmental contaminants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCBs), Dioxins and Furans to identify trends in pollutant levels that informed decision-making processes. Show less

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  Sustainable Waterloo Region

  Jan 2023 - Jul 2023

  Program Development Coordinator

  • Developed 2 comprehensive project proposals funded by Natural Resources Canada to promote the adoption of green buildings and deep retrofit practices in the Waterloo region, generating valuable insights and recommendations for future sustainability efforts.• Collaborated with the Executive Director to identify and evaluate grant proposals and potential donors leading to successful donor engagement initiatives.• Supported sustainability and climate action programs which promote GHG accounting and climate change resilience in companies and communities.• Liaised with 15 stakeholders to conduct research on carbon footprint, energy performance, air quality and noise pollution in green buildings. Show less

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  Reclay StewardEdge - North America

  May 2023 - Oct 2023

  Environment Assessor - Waste Auditor

  • Teamed up with a team of professionals in executing a comprehensive 500kg mixed waste assessment and audits at a public facility, leveraging data-driven insights to implement waste management solutions that optimized resource allocation and minimized environmental impact.• Expert knowledge on different plastic waste segregation and recycling methods.

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  Ecosystem Informatics Inc.

  Jul 2023 - Dec 2023

  Environment Data Analyst

  - Analyzed vast sets of environmental data to develop an algorithm for real-time calibration of air monitoring sensors, resulting in 40% improvement in data accuracy and reliability, leading to more informed decision making in air quality management.• Spearheaded data-driven environmental regulatory advisory actionable recommendations for clients, which achieved 80% increase in compliance with industry regulations, resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention rates.• Collaborated with business team to develop RFPs by creating use cases, leading to a 25% growth in business bid success rate and securing new contracts.• Identified, analyzed and interpreted data trends or patterns in complex data set through concise presentations to executive leadership team which influenced strategy development. • Applied statistical analysis to examine air pollution data encompassing particulate matter, Green House Gas (GHG), and toxic gases; generated comprehensive environment, health, and safety (EHS) reports to inform data-driven decision-making processes. Show less

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  Baffinland

  May 2024 - now

  Regional Monitoring Specialist

  Coordinating Arctic Marine and Terrestrial Environment monitoring programsStakeholder management