Introducing myself - looking for a sustainable development/csr vacancy
Hi,
Just introducing myself and would welcome any advice or help in my search for a new role, particularly any
suggestions in regards to my CV would be welcome.
I am a BA environmental management, MA sustainable business graduate who has held a role at Friends of the Earth as a campaign assistant and more recently as an environmental adviser at an organisation called Groundwork. I have also very recently completed my IEMA associate members exam, kind regards
Ran
RAN SANGHERA
E-mail:randeep_sanghera@hotmail.com
KEY SKILLS
Continuously demonstrated excellent communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders
Successfully proven ability to research and advise businesses on environmental improvements
Proven ability to think creatively and promptly in problematic situations and when generating ideas
Demonstrated the ability to research and produce successful and effective environmental business tools
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2007 July – Present Groundwork – Environmental Business Services Advisor
Currently working as a environmental business services advisor for Groundwork; an environmental regeneration charity assisting with the provision of environmental research, reviews, monitoring, implementation of EMS’s and information training
Acquiring a broad range of environmental knowledge related to; carbon monitoring, supply chain management tools, environmental management systems, waste management legislation, energy management, etc
Rapidly acquiring the knowledge, skills and practical experience to effectively assist with the provision of environmental reviews and audits and apply these to a range of business sectors, i.e. food manufacturer, fabricator of complex steel structures, biodiesel manufacturer, SME retail etc
Demonstrated critical research and communication skills within a team setting to independently research and advise the development of multiple proposals for regional tenders, two of which were then secured
Independently lead on the research and development of a supply chain management tool which has now been successfully used with in excess of thirty businesses
Main advisor leading a Business Resource Efficiency & Waste (BREW) programme; the main objectives of which are to research and assess environmental opportunities within the SME retail sector and advise business on environmental improvements.
Currently working to secure the financial sustainability of a recycling point within the Wakefield region catering to a range of manufacturing and non manufacturing businesses as part of the Green Business Parks programme
2006 Sept – 2007 June Friends of the Earth – Sustainability Issues Campaigner
Volunteer member of the food team dealt with a broad range of issues related to the social, economic and environmental impacts of supermarkets and local food
Demonstrated creative problem solving skills in independently producing a briefing to raise awareness and advise retailers and local campaigning groups on constructing or enhancing a “shop local” initiative
Regularly producing various of communications; updating the local food website, producing newsletters, etc.
Applied my knowledge, research and written communication skills to develop detailed reports analysing trends in food consumption and the social impacts of supermarkets on communities
Demonstrated planning and organisational skills in a team work situation contributing creative yet manageable event ideas for environmental awareness raising events
EDUCATION
2005-2006 MA Sustainable Business (Merit), Leeds University
Excellent working knowledge of environmental and sustainable management systems and environmental reporting methodology , e.g. EMAS, ISO14001, BS8555, AA1000, SA8000, GRI, BS8900, etc
Understanding of methods and ability to produce and evaluate all aspects of corporate social responsibility strategies in regards to the public and private sectors and produce and analyse key indicators accordingly
Extensive knowledge of environmental policy and regulations
Detailed understanding of the application and the methodology of the sustainability appraisal process
Capable of producing, analysing and assessing all aspects of business strategy and management
MA Thesis: I analysed, evaluated and ranked the climate change strategies of global oil firms to determine the influencing factors which had led to the respective choice of strategy
2001-2004 BA Environmental Management (2:1), Leeds University
Gained knowledge of a broad range of global, regional and local environmental issues and technologies incorporating the science, the human and physical impacts and mitigation measures
Ability to produce water quality management plans across a catchment
Ability to analyse municipal waste strategies
Gained knowledge and proven ability to carry out environmental impact assessments and produce environmental statements
BA Thesis: I analysed the organic food market to produce a marketing strategy designed to increase the consumption of organic produce within the UK
1994-2001 Handsworth Grammar School, Birmingham
A levels Geography (B) General Studies (B) Biology (C) Chemistry (D)
GCSE's 10 (Grades A*- B)
ACTIVITIES/ ADDITIONAL SKILLS
I participate in and help to organise a variety of charity fund raising events; these events have included hitch hiking to Paris and Dublin, walking over hot coals, etc.
I am a member of the Leeds Action group which acts to regenerate run down areas and help disadvantaged members of the Leeds community
Graduate Member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment, very recently completed IEMA Associate Members Exam currently awaiting results
References Available on Request
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