Md Atiqur Rahman
Glasgow
Summary
Dynamic climate, resilience, and environmental professional with over two years of experience in disaster risk reduction (DRR), climate adaptation, and nature-based solutions (NbS). Strong background in community-based risk assessment, environmental management, and stakeholder engagement within humanitarian and international frameworks.
Experienced in applying geospatial and analytical tools, including ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, R and Python, to support climate risk assessments, environmental analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
Demonstrated success in collaborating with NGOs, UN agencies, and local authorities to deliver resilience-focused projects. Seeking to contribute to climate resilience, sustainability, or environmental policy roles within the UK.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Intern
Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
2025.06 - 2025.09
- Supported national and local climate risk assessments (Vietnam & Bangladesh).
- Conducted geospatial and secondary data analysis for climate risk evaluation.
- Supported integration of climate data into humanitarian decision-making.
Resilience Officer – DRR
CARE Bangladesh
2023.10 - 2024.08
- Conducted community-based climate risk and vulnerability assessments across 9 refugee camps.
- Delivered training and awareness programmes on climate resilience and disaster preparedness.
- Coordinated with UN agencies, NGOs, and local government to align resilience strategies.
- Developed community engagement materials to support adaptive learning.
Environmental Officer
CARE Bangladesh
2023.03 - 2023.10
- Conducted environmental impact assessments for 42 nature-based infrastructure projects.
- Led reforestation and land restoration across 38 hectares, reducing flood and landslide risks.
- Supervised solid waste management systems to improve environmental conditions.
- Contributed to project reporting, identifying key risks and implementation improvements.
WASH Officer
CARE Bangladesh
2022.06 - 2023.01
- Supervised climate-sensitive solid waste management and water, sanitation and hygiene (WaSH) programming for over 30,000 refugee households
- Monitored project outcomes and reported on environmental, health, and behavioural indicators using field data
- Conducted community awareness sessions on reuse, hygiene, and sustainable waste practices to support local risk reduction
- Coordinated with site management and technical teams to ensure timely, budget-aligned delivery of resilience-focused interventions
Teaching Assistant
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2021.08 - 2021.12
- Delivered sessions on communication, writing, and public speaking.
- Conducted mock interviews and provided structured feedback.
- Supported curriculum development and student engagement.
Education
Master of Science - Urban Climate and Sustainability
Glasgow Caledonian University, LAB University of Applied Sciences, HTW Dresden, University of Huelva
UK, Finland, Germany, Spain 2024.09 -
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Khulna University
Khulna, BangladeshSkills
- Climate Risk Assessment & DRR
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Environmental Reporting & Documentation
- Sustainability & Climate Policy Awareness
- GIS & Spatial Analysis: ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Google Earth Engine
- Environmental Modelling: ENVImet, ADMS
- Data Analysis & Programming: R, Python, SPSS, Excel
- Data Collection Tools: KoboToolbox, Survey123
Certification
- Introduction to Forest and Landscape Restoration, Monitoring Forest and Landscape Restoration, Climate-smart Forestry (FAO e-learning)
- Plantation Techniques and Management (UN FAO Bangladesh)
- Nature-based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience (SDGAcademy)
- Human Health and Climate Change, Cities and Climate Change (UNCC: Learn)
- Synergising Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation (UNSSC)
- Understanding Research Methods (Coursera)
Accomplishments
- Summer School – Sustainability, Climate & Environmental Education
University of Oxford, UK | 2024 - Summer School – Co-designing Better Urban Living & Wellbeing
LAB University of Applied Sciences, Finland | 2025 - Volunteer – Badhan Blood Donation Organisation (Bangladesh)
Supported and promoted blood donation campaigns among student and youth communities over a 4-year period - Campus Ambassador – Light of Hope
Coordinated book donation initiatives and contributed to establishing a primary school library - Volunteer – IUCN Bangladesh
Supported the organisation of an environmental awareness seminar for International Vulture Awareness Day - Volunteer – Bangladesh Youth Environmental Initiatives (BYEI)
Contributed to the development of assessment materials for the National Earth Olympiad - Content Writer & Event Coordinator – Zero to Infinity (Science Magazine)
Produced science communication content and organised public engagement events
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Member, International Association for Urban Climate (IAUC)
- Student Member, Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP)
PUBLICATIONS
- Environmental Pollution (2024)
Nature exposure and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review with meta-analysis
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2024.124284 - Prehospital and Disaster Medicine (2023)
Heatwaves and air pollution: A deadly combination for human health in South Asia
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/S1049023X23000237 - The Lancet Planetary Health (2022)
Exposure to nature during COVID-19 and mental health outcomes
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/S2542-5196(22)00282-0
Hobbies
Travelling, Hiking & Nature Walks, Photography, Environmental Reading, Volleyball, Badminton
LANGUAGES
- English (C1)
- Portuguese (C2)
- Spanish (A1)
- Finnish (A1)
REFERENCES
References available upon request.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Bengali
Proficient (C2)
Finnish
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Beginner
Timeline
Intern
Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
2025.06 - 2025.09
Master of Science - Urban Climate and Sustainability
Glasgow Caledonian University, LAB University of Applied Sciences, HTW Dresden, University of Huelva
2024.09 -
Resilience Officer – DRR
CARE Bangladesh
2023.10 - 2024.08
Environmental Officer
CARE Bangladesh
2023.03 - 2023.10
WASH Officer
CARE Bangladesh
2022.06 - 2023.01
Teaching Assistant
Lexicon
2021.08 - 2021.12
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Khulna University