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As a seasoned Ph.D. Candidate, holding a distinguished career odyssey spans over 15 years of professional excellence supported by an exemplary academic background of securing B.S and M.S Degrees along with Ph.D. coursework completion in the field of Environmental sciences, specialized in Environmental and Social Impacts Assessments (ESIA), adherence to national & international standards/safeguards/framework across public, private and corporate sectors as client and consultant for low-carbon development projects based on mitigations measures aligned with best practices of Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), in demystifying the unprecedented climate crisis known in the human history of resilience and existence, with a steadfast commitment of addressing climate risks by fostering resilience and promoting secure climate investments.Throughout my career, I have been part of Public Sector Development Project (PSDP), Execution of Annual Development Plan (ADP), Hydel Development Fund (HDF) assisted hydropower projects, Donors funded and Multilateral Banks (ADB & WB) investments focusing the environmental protection, climate change mitigation and adaptation, eco-revitalization of hydro-power, waste to energy transitions of energy-extensive cement industry, Natural Resource Management (NRM) using non-conventional fuel to alleviate dependency on traditional energy sources, Environmental Flow (E-Flow) assessments, Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), community mobilization and capacity building for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of 300+Micro Hydro-power Projects (MHP’s) handed over through asset transfer mechanisms considering all the three option of Government-to- Government (G-to-G) collaborations, Public Private Partnership (PPP), and direct handovers for uplifting the under-served communities.Other areas of expertise include the implementation of National Water Policy (NWP) framework, rainwater harvesting, sustainable irrigation practices with a focus on "more crop per drop," post-operation E-Flow assessment of the 969-MW Neelum Jhelum Hydro-power Project, and secure Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investments for uplifting the marginalized communities. My dedication to social development is apparent through my active engagement in community Sensitization-Mobilization-Organization-and Capacity-building for harnessing indigenous knowledge fostering positive impacts on climate and contributing to the overall well-being of society.
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Head Of Environment, DepartmentBestway Cement LimitedIslamabad, Pk -
Environment SpecialistMinistry Of Water Resources, Pakistan Aug 2021 - PresentIslāmābād, PakistanIn my capacity as an “Environment Specialist”, I took on the role of “Focal Person” to spearhead the entire development and approval of PC-II worth 334.36 million (PKR) for “Eco-revitalization”. This initiative was part of Public Sector Development Project (PSDP) focused on the “Environmental study and determination of Environmental Flow (E-Flow) under 969 MW Neelum Jhelum Hydropower Project (NJHP)” within the Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR), Government of Pakistan.1-To spearhead the Environmental and Social Impacts Assessments (ESIA’s) for Public Sector Developmental Projects (PSDP) of strategic and climate significance within the sector, including hydropower, irrigation, assessments of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) sites.2- Stakeholders engagement for implementation of National Water Policy (NWP) framework3- Conductance of Eco-revitalization study for 969 MW Neelum Jhelum Hydropower Project (NJHP) 4- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation for Climate resilience water resource development initiatives5- Environmental Audits of PSDP/ADP/Donors/Multilateral Banks assisted projects undertaken by the Ministry of Water Resources as executing agency6- Ensure adherence to the pertinent clauses outlined in the National Water Policy (NWP)7- Implementation of sustainable irrigation practices in consultation with stakeholders8- Formulation SOP for Rainwater harvesting at Ministry of Water Resources offices -
Manager Environment, Social Development & Gender EmpowermentPakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (Pedo), Government Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Dec 2016 - Aug 2021Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, PakisatnAs the lead for "Environment, Social Development & Gender Empowerment”. I spearheaded a public-sector project driven by a political envision, aimed at bringing light to off-grid areas through Mini-Micro hydropower projects harnessing the indigenous potential. ENVIRONMENT: 1-Stewardship of Environmental Audits and Climate Risk Assessments for hydropower projects at diverse scale2-Development of Environment, Social Development, and Climate Change checklists3-Oversee the effective implementation of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) in coordination with climate change checklists for provincial hydro-power projects, ensuring the attainment of project milestones4-Develop an internal monitoring and evaluation database and reporting system to ensure compliance with project schedules and legal requirements5-Prepare consolidated Bi-annual and Annual progress reports in collaboration with relevant government departments for submission to donors such as the World Bank (WB), International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Asian Development Bank (ADB)SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT:1-Assessment of Resettlement Action Plans (RAP)2-Supervision and facilitation of Community Mobilization (Sensitization-Mobilization-Organization-Capacity building) activities conducted by consultants, contractors, or other involved entities3-Formulation of a robust Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) to address environmental and social issues effectively4-Ensure the projects affecting Indigenous People (IP) adhere to the consent of Indigenous People and comply with applicable national and international guidelines5-Establish an Asset Transfer Mechanism to oversee the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of hydro-power projects with capacities of 2MW and below projects6-Develop and execute a Gender Policy aimed at community uplift, particularly within Off-grid areas of KP, under the ADB-funded "Access to Clean Energy Investment Project" -
Senior Assistant Manager EnvironmentBestway Cement Limited Sep 2012 - Dec 2016Punjab, PakistanDuring my tenure from A.M Environment to Sr A.M Environment (2012-2016) at Bestway Cement Limited (A company of UK group), an esteemed organization for learning and true professionalism, my contributions in the field of Environment, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on demonstrated projects speaking for itself are as under: 1) Environmental Approvals and compliances for CDM Projects including:i. Waste Heat Recover Power Plant (WHRPP) at BCL Kalar Kahar, Hattar, Farooqiaii. 20 MW Coal Fired Captive Power Plant BCL Chakwaliii. 2MW Gas Gen-sets BCL Chakwaliv. Waste to Energy project i.e. Alternate Fuel {Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Tyre Derived Fuel (TDF)} at BCL CHK Hattar Farooqiav. 2x25ton Water Tube Packaged Type Boilers at BCL Chakwalvi. Retrofitting of Electrostatic Precipitators (EP’s) Line-I & II BCL Chakwalvii. Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP’s) Incineration at BCL-KKR in collaboration with UNDP and Ministry of Climate Change (MoCC) at BCL Kalar Kaharviii. Installation and Commissioning of Wet Scrubber at BCL Chakwalix. Rainwater Harvesting at BCL CHK Kalar Kaharx. 03 no of Water Supply Schemes at P.D Khanxi. Quarry mining and rehabilitation BCL-Chakwal-Farooqia-Mianwali2) As Occupational Health & Safety practitioner my contribution includes:i. Establishment of HSE departmentii. Development of Emergency Response Plan (ERP)iii. Capacity building of the Fire Fighting teamiv. SOP development for provision of Uniform, PPES, Safety Shoesv. Capacity building for 5-S Housekeeping practices at workplace5) In my capacity for Institutional Development I have contributed in the development of HSE and Training and Development (T&D) Departments at BCL all works level.6) in my capacity for Corporate Social responsibility (CSR) I have successfully established the Bestway Foundation School, a testament to my commitment and Bestway’s mgt generosity in CSR for education of the community around BCL-Chakwal. -
Assistant DirectorEnvironmental Protection Agency Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Epa-Kp) Pakistan Aug 2010 - May 2012Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, PakistanIn my capacity as "Assistant Director" Environmental Monitoring System at Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (GoKP) leading a JICA funded project for Environmental Monitoring and Profiling of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa considering the Districts major cities and industry across the province.1-Establishment of Environmental Monitoring System (EMS) procedure for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with assistance of JICA.2-Establishment and supervision of zonal/regional monitoring offices in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa3-Establishment of Environmental Complaint Management Cell & Response Cell at EPA Head Office4-Ensure planning and management of field monitoring for samples collection and lab-analysis for (Air, Drinking water quality, and Soil)5-Data collection and assimilation for Environmental Profile of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa6-Report writing and progress communication to Director General and Director EPA, Peshawar -
Field MangerSocial Action For Women Empowerment & Rural Advacement (Sawera) Jan 2009 - Jul 2010Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, PakistanIn my capacity as "Field Manager (FM)" at SAWERA organization, I have made a substantial contribution in within the realm of WASH projects as health & hygiene promoting stakeholders in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP’s) camps.1-Management and supervision of WASH project activities2-Work-plan development coordination and implementation3-Team management and capacity building4-Updation and maintenance of Target tracking sheet 5-Linkages with Government Law and order Agencies6-Reporting (Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly basis) to the donor’s agencies -
InterneeIucn Jun 2008 - Aug 2008Islāmābād, PakistanDuring my internship at International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), I was actively engaged in investigation and participation in the following projects.i. Investigate Climate Change Adaptation and perception of Community thereof in Bagrot Valley Gilgit Baltistan (GB)ii. Participation in the study of Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) scenarios at Gulmit and Gulkin Glacier in the Hunza Valley Gilgit Baltistan (GB)
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Muhammad Arif works for Bestway Cement Limited
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Muhammad Arif's current role is Head of Environment, Department.
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Muhammad Arif attended University Of Peshawar, University Of Peshawar, Sgs Academy Perú, Institute Of Occupational Health & Safety.
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