Munazzam Jawad Shahid
Renfrew,UK
Summary
Environmental scientist with over 10 years of experience in water quality, pollution remediation, and sustainable development. Expertise in environmental chemistry, constructed wetlands, and biogas technology. Proven ability to lead research, publish scientific papers, and manage capacity-building initiatives. Recently completed a Master’s in Environmental Management from the University of Stirling, enhancing expertise in sustainability and UK environmental practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Care Worker
Caledonia Social Care
Glasgow
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Supporting clients with daily care and promoting independent living skills.
- Applying interpersonal skills and empathy in a multicultural setting.
Research Assistant
Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology Lab, GCUF
Faisalabad
01.2015 - 12.2023
- Conducted analysis of wastewater, soils, and plants for pollutants and heavy metals.
- Isolated and identified bacteria from environmental samples.
- Supervised research projects and undergraduate students.
- Drafted and edited scientific manuscripts for publication.
Research Fellow
National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Investigated wastewater treatment using constructed wetlands.
- Conducted water sampling and heavy metal analysis.
- Reported findings with detailed data interpretation.
WASH Consultant
Hayat Foundation
Pakistan
11.2013 - 09.2014
- Assisted in proposal writing for WASH projects.
- Conducted field monitoring and staff training.
Training & Extension Officer
Pakistan Domestic Biogas Programme (PDBP)
Pakistan
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Managed biogas training programs for masons, supervisors, and users.
- Supported partnerships with NGOs and agriculture departments.
- Promoted use of bio-slurry as fertilizer.
Project Manager (WES for Schools)
Hayat Foundation
Pakistan
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Coordinated WASH initiatives in schools.
- Led project implementation and reporting.
Project Coordinator (Emergency WASH for Floods)
Hayat Foundation
Pakistan
09.2010 - 02.2011
- Delivered clean water and sanitation facilities in disaster-hit areas.
- Reported outcomes to donors and stakeholders.
WES Assistant
COMSATS Community Development Unit
10.2008 - 08.2010
- Conducted water quality testing and proposed protection measures.
Education
MSc - Environmental Management
University of Stirling
01.2024 - 01.2025
MS - Environmental Sciences
COMSATS University
01.2008 - 01.2010
BSc (Hons) - Agriculture
University of Agriculture
01.2004 - 01.2008
Skills
- Water and soil quality testing
- Constructed wetlands for wastewater treatment
- Biogas system design and application
- Project coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Training and capacity building
- Research supervision
- Scientific writing
- Data analysis by RStudio
- MS Office
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Certification
- Municipal Solid Waste Management, Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science, 2016
- Evaluating Social Programs, MITx via edX, 2014
- Project Management & Communication Skills, NIRM, 2013
- Biogas Technology Training, BIOMA, Chengdu, China, 2013
- WASH in Emergencies TOT, UNICEF, 2011
Custom
Available upon request.
Timeline
Social Care Worker
Caledonia Social Care
04.2024 - 04.2025
MSc - Environmental Management
University of Stirling
01.2024 - 01.2025
Research Fellow
National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research
03.2018 - 08.2018
Research Assistant
Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology Lab, GCUF
01.2015 - 12.2023
WASH Consultant
Hayat Foundation
11.2013 - 09.2014
Training & Extension Officer
Pakistan Domestic Biogas Programme (PDBP)
06.2012 - 10.2013
Project Manager (WES for Schools)
Hayat Foundation
03.2011 - 05.2012
Project Coordinator (Emergency WASH for Floods)
Hayat Foundation
09.2010 - 02.2011
WES Assistant
COMSATS Community Development Unit
10.2008 - 08.2010
MS - Environmental Sciences
COMSATS University
01.2008 - 01.2010
BSc (Hons) - Agriculture
University of Agriculture
01.2004 - 01.2008
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