Alejandra Castro

Experience

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  Tatoo Adventure Gear

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2011

  Cashier

  - Provided a positive customer experience with fair, friendly, and courteous service.- Registered sales on a cash register by scanning items, itemizing and totaling customers’ purchases.- Resolved customer issues and answered questions.- Processed return transactions.- Itemizes and totals purchases by recording prices, departments, taxable and nontaxable items; and operating a cash register.- Entered price changes by referring to price sheets and special sale bulletins.- Discounted purchases by redeeming coupons.- Collected payments by accepting cash, check, or charge payments from customers and makes change for cash customers.- Verified credit acceptance by reviewing and recording driver’s license number; and operating credit card authorization systems.- Balanced cash drawer by counting cash at beginning and end of work shift.- Provided pricing information by answering questions.- Maintained checkout operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes.- Maintained a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Show less

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  Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina

  Aug 2014 - Jul 2015

  Assistant Librarian

  - Loan library materials such as books to patrons and collect the returned materials.- Catalog and maintain the library materials.- Handle loans between libraries.- Organize and reshelve returned items such as periodicals, and books.- Handle the registration of new library cardholders and issue library cards.- Teach people how to use the library resources.- Answer any questions from patrons.- Perform routine tasks such as answering phone calls and organizing files.- Use and maintain computer library database to help locate library materials.- Update database with new incomes. Show less

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  Field Projects International

  Mar 2015 - Feb 2018

  Lead Field Researcher

  Field Assistant at Los Amigos Biological Station located in the heart of the Amazon, Madre de Dios. Took care of the pre-season phase of the project “Ecology and health of wild sympatric monkeys southeaster Peru”, which consisted in setting the monkey traps, daily inspection of them and daily stake-out to observe Saddleback tamarins, Emperor tamarins and Titi monkeys behaviour.Bureaucracy intermediary in Lima, exporting to the US procedures, funds seeker, paperwork, alleviation, and remediation. Show less

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  Aei la molina

  Jun 2015 - Sept 2017

  Private Teacher

  Natural sciences, English and German teacher, also helped with student's homework.

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  Municipalidad de San Borja

  Sept 2017 - Feb 2018

  Urban Planner

  Urban trees identification and analysis of overall status, census consisted of more than 10 000 trees and over 100 different species. Risk analysis, trimming, pruning, phenology assess and evaluation of new possible green areas. Urban tree planning and modelling, biodiversity assessment.Digitalization of the information, identification of species and evaluation of sanitary conditions.Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certifications and Clean DevelopmentMechanisms (CDM) workshops attended during this time. Show less

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  Rainforest Expeditions

  Mar 2018 - Aug 2018

  Field Research Assistant

  Part of Wired Amazon Research Team, which used Citizen Science to raise awareness regarding Amazon exploitation (gold mining, poaching, illegal logging) and nature changes around the world.Use of barcoding to identify new species of tiger moths, drones to monitor Brazil nut trees (Bertholletia excelsa), camera traps to monitor wildlife (mostly jaguars) and a live cam to monitor a Harpy eagle's nest.Part of Tambopata National Reserve which is one of REDD+ projects in Peru.

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  Sovino Brands

  Dec 2019 - Aug 2021

  Waitress
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  Københavns Kommune

  Jul 2020 - Sept 2020

  Biodiversity Expert

  - Conducted research on bats' health, foraging areas, nests, population size and the like in Ryparken and Vestrekirkegård.- Reported results for better park managing and planning in Copenhagen green areas.

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  Profesional independiente

  Jul 2021 - now

  Pet Sitter

  I've always loved animals, and have taken care of many during my whole life as well as taken courses on animal behaviour and training. So sized the opportunity and decided to offer the services of:- dog boarding- house sittinghttps://www.pawshake.dk/dyrepassere/taarnby/hundeparadis-i-mit-rakkehus-5381420

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  INFARM

  Dec 2021 - Mar 2022

  Urban Farmer

  As a Field Grower, I am responsible for servicing our modular vertical farming units at the retail or culinary location which includes planting, harvesting and packing of our products as well as cleaning and maintaining our farms and product displays. I am the first point of contact for Infarm customers and will represent Infarm and our mission to store employees and end consumers. Moreover, I am well organized and have a high attention to detail to complete tasks at the highest degree. I thrive in an environment where I can take ownership and solve hard problems and I am flexible and can easily adapt to a changing environment. Primary Responsibilities:- Harvest, plant and package Infarm plants while ensuring the delivery of high standard produce to our clients with minimal food waste- Protect the health of our plants by applying basic plant protection measures and keeping the farms squeaky-clean.- Report on harvest records and plant issues using our internal Infarm app- Perform daily cleaning and basic maintenance of farms when needed -Follow workflow and schedule- Ensure the safety of yourself and others by following Health and Safety legislation and guidelines- Interact with customers, providing top-notch customer service- Report on customer feedback and compensation needs according to Infarm guidelines- Ensure daily invoicing of Infarm customers- Maintain current marketing materials on farms in customer locations Show less

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  EcoTree International

  Apr 2022 - Apr 2023

  - In charge of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Restoration projects in Europe including peatlands, biochar, wildlife management, crediting.- Science-based targets for nature and biodiversa+ member- Project planning, execution and monitoring.- Land sourcing in the UK and DK. - Carbon sequestration projects assessment.- Forestry management in DK.- Drone pilot w/licenses A1, A2 and A3.- Kept RESTOR up-to-date with EcoTree sites.EcoTree International is a French reforestation company which offers nature based solutions, we practice sustainable forestry, investments, shared revenues generated by timber, measure carbon (carbon removal), ecosystem restoration projects supporting nature and biodiversity. Show less - In charge of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Restoration projects in Europe including peatlands, biochar, wildlife management, crediting.- Project planning, execution and monitoring.- Land sourcing in the UK and DK. - Carbon sequestration projects assessment.- Forestry management in DK.- Drone pilot w/licenses A1, A2 and A3.- Kept RESTOR up-to-date with EcoTree sites.EcoTree International is a French reforestation company which offers nature based solutions, we practice sustainable forestry, investments, shared revenues generated by timber, measure carbon (carbon removal), ecosystem restoration projects supporting nature and biodiversity. Show less

  • Biodiversity Lead

    Oct 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Forestry and Operations Support

    Apr 2022 - Sept 2022
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  Vugge til Vugge ApS

  Jun 2023 - Feb 2024

  Sustainability Consultant

  - Evaluate products and materials to determine their compliance with the Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM framework. This involves analyzing the composition of materials, manufacturing processes, and overall environmental and social impact, as well as site visits and data analysis.- Often work closely with product manufacturers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather relevant information and ensure accurate assessments. Collaboration and stakeholder communication is key to understanding the intricacies of a product's life cycle.- Responsible for documenting the assessment process, results, and any recommendations for improvement. Clear and comprehensive documentation is crucial for transparency and accountability.- Provide detailed reports summarizing the findings of the assessment. These reports may include information on the product's environmental impact, social responsibility, and recommendations for potential improvements. Show less

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  Nordic Solar A/S

  Mar 2024 - Feb 2025

  Biodiversity Design Expert

  Here are some key responsibilities of my position:1. Assessing Existing Conditions: evaluate the current state of ecosystems and habitats to identify areas where biodiversity is lacking or where it could be improved.2. Designing Ecological Landscapes: create plans and designs for landscapes that integrate natural elements and features to support biodiversity, such as native plants, water features, and wildlife habitats.3. Incorporating Sustainable Practices: prioritize sustainability in the designs, incorporating practices such as habitat restoration to minimize environmental impact.4. Collaborating with Stakeholders: work closely with clients, stakeholders, and communities to understand their needs and preferences while advocating for biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.5. Implementing Conservation Strategies: involved in implementing conservation strategies, such as invasive species management, habitat restoration, and biodiversity monitoring.6. Educating and Advocating: educate others about the importance of biodiversity and promote awareness of conservation issues through public outreach, workshops, and educational programs.Overall, I play a crucial role in creating environments that support thriving ecosystems, promote biodiversity conservation, and contribute to the overall health and well-being of both human communities and the natural world within our solar parks as well as areas nearby. Show less