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
2024.04 - 2025.04
- 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
2015.01 - 2023.12
- 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
2018.03 - 2018.08
- Investigated wastewater treatment using constructed wetlands.
- Conducted water sampling and heavy metal analysis.
- Reported findings with detailed data interpretation.
WASH Consultant
Hayat Foundation
Pakistan
2013.11 - 2014.09
- Assisted in proposal writing for WASH projects.
- Conducted field monitoring and staff training.
Training & Extension Officer
Pakistan Domestic Biogas Programme (PDBP)
Pakistan
2012.06 - 2013.10
- 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
2011.03 - 2012.05
- Coordinated WASH initiatives in schools.
- Led project implementation and reporting.
Project Coordinator (Emergency WASH for Floods)
Hayat Foundation
Pakistan
2010.09 - 2011.02
- Delivered clean water and sanitation facilities in disaster-hit areas.
- Reported outcomes to donors and stakeholders.
WES Assistant
COMSATS Community Development Unit
2008.10 - 2010.08
- Conducted water quality testing and proposed protection measures.
Education
MSc - Environmental Management
University of Stirling
2024.01 - 2025.01
MS - Environmental Sciences
COMSATS University
2008.01 - 2010.01
BSc (Hons) - Agriculture
University of Agriculture
2004.01 - 2008.01
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
Websites
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
2024.04 - 2025.04
MSc - Environmental Management
University of Stirling
2024.01 - 2025.01
Research Fellow
National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research
2018.03 - 2018.08
Research Assistant
Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology Lab, GCUF
2015.01 - 2023.12
WASH Consultant
Hayat Foundation
2013.11 - 2014.09
Training & Extension Officer
Pakistan Domestic Biogas Programme (PDBP)
2012.06 - 2013.10
Project Manager (WES for Schools)
Hayat Foundation
2011.03 - 2012.05
Project Coordinator (Emergency WASH for Floods)
Hayat Foundation
2010.09 - 2011.02
WES Assistant
COMSATS Community Development Unit
2008.10 - 2010.08
MS - Environmental Sciences
COMSATS University
2008.01 - 2010.01
BSc (Hons) - Agriculture
University of Agriculture
2004.01 - 2008.01