Astha Desai
Perth,WA
Summary
Passionate, well-organised, people-oriented and results driven. I have recently completed the Master of Environmental Management from The University of Queensland and am now seeking to embark on an impactful career helping transform industry towards an environmentally friendly and sustainable future. My focus has been on promoting environmental goals, carbon management, circular economy, climate transition strategies, air quality, ESG reporting. Eager to contribute to impactful initiatives that address environmental issues. My passion within the field is in the areas of ESG reporting, environmental monitoring, data analysis, and managing GHG emissions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship
FUTUREPROOF. Consultancy
Perth, WA
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared ASX50 Miners ESG & Sustainability Reporting review
- Research & Benchmarking.
- Analyzing client data to develop their sustainability reports.
- Gathered data for market research projects and analyzed findings to make recommendations.
UQ Mentor
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Assist new students during orientation events to help them become familiar with university policies, facilities, and resources.
- Provide guidance on academic programs, course selection, and registration processes.
- Offer advice on effective study habits and time management.
- Conduct workshops or training sessions on topics such as study skills, time management, and academic success strategies.
- Facilitate social events or activities to help students build connections and form a sense of community.
- Encourage participation in student clubs, organizations, and extracurricular activities.
- Developed a comprehensive mentoring program to support new employees in their transition into the company.
UQ Sustainability Crew
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Participated in sustainability initiatives such as Sustainability Week, Cleaning Drives, Tree Planting, and Bush Care.
- Advocating for and promoting sustainable practices within the organization or community.
- Encouraging the adoption of eco-friendly behaviors and choices.
- Conducting educational campaigns to raise awareness about environmental issues and sustainable living.
- Organizing workshops, seminars, or events to inform and engage the community.
Internship
Nature Club Surat
Surat, India
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Got involved with various CSR projects for Surat based companies (Adani) for environment conservation, awareness and education.
- Involved in wetland conservation and maintenance, camera trappings for data collection of flora and fauna species.
- Collaborated with team members to create a comprehensive social media strategy.
Customer Service Representation
Sales & Retail Experience
Brisbane, QLD
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Personal Shopper and Online Team Member at Woolworths
- Customer Service Representative at Swades Foods.
Education
Master of Environmental Management - Environmental Science & Sustainability
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD07-2023
Bachelor of Applied Science - Environmental Science
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
Surat, Gujarat09-2020
Skills
- ArcGIS
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Research Skills
- Camera Trapping
- Data Analysis
- IBM SPSS for Statistical Analysis
- Excellent written and spoken communication
- Research and analysis
- Organisational
- Management
- Leadership skills
Volunteer Experience
- National Parks Association of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Social Media Assistant, 02/2022 - 07/2022, Creating content for the organisation’s social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Handling public interest to social media.
- Project Surat | Sustainability IN, Surat, India, Environmental Crew, 09/2019 - 01/2022, Collaborate with local communities to raise awareness about environmental conservation., Organize and participate in community outreach programs and events., Conduct environmental research to support conservation initiatives., Analyse data related to biodiversity, ecosystems, and environmental degradation.
Affiliations
VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE -
National Parks Association of Queensland Brisbane, QLD
Social Media Assistant Feb ’22 – Jul ’22
• Creating content for the organisation’s social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
• Handling public interest to social media.
Project Surat | Sustainability IN
Environmental Crew Sept ’19 – Jan ‘22
• Collaborate with local communities to raise awareness about environmental conservation.
• Organize and participate in community outreach programs and events.
• Conduct environmental research to support conservation initiatives.
• Analyse data related to biodiversity, ecosystems, and environmental degradation.
Certification
edX – Uqx
Carbon101x: Essential tools for the low carbon economy
Coursera
Introduction to Sustainability
Planet Earth...and You!
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Internship
FUTUREPROOF. Consultancy
03.2024 - Current
Customer Service Representation
Sales & Retail Experience
02.2022 - 10.2023
UQ Mentor
The University of Queensland
12.2021 - 06.2023
Internship
Nature Club Surat
06.2021 - 10.2021
UQ Sustainability Crew
The University of Queensland
02.2021 - 06.2023
Master of Environmental Management - Environmental Science & Sustainability
The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Applied Science - Environmental Science
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
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