Modiehi Chaka

MODIEHI CHAKA Project Manager PROFILE EDUCATION BACKGROUND • University of South Africa Bachelor of Science honours majoring in Environmental modelling and monitoring(Ongoing) CONTACT PHONE: (-/ (- LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/modiehichaka-/?originalSubdomain=za EMAIL:- • University of the Free State, Bloemfontein Bachelor of Science majoring in Geography and Environmental Science – (2020) • Motheo TVET College, Bloemfontein Electrical Engineering (N1 – N3) – (2015) • New Millennium High School, Maseru Lesotho National Senior Certificate – (2013) WORK EXPERIENCE Project Manager Mar2023-Feb2024 Subsolar Energy Other Courses • Esri Training Sharing open data using ArcGIS hub(2022) ArcGIS Hub Basic allows an ArcGIS Online organization's administrators and Hub core team members to share open data effectively using Hub sites created without prerequisite knowledge of web design principles or HTML. My responsibilities included the following: • Identifying project goals and scope. • Planning and documenting project tasks. • Ensuring deliverables are delivered on-time. • Managing all project resources. • Effectively communicating with stakeholders. • Review Environmental studies, specialist studies and engage with consultants. • Engage with IPPs, stakeholders and relevant parties in projects. Environmental Technician Jan2022-Mar2023 (CES)Coastal and Environmental Advisory Services Getting information from a GIS map – (2022) Equips the user with skills to recognize the relationship between attributes and thematic mapsin ArcGIS Online. Also to use attributes of geographic features to identify spatial patterns on a thematic map in ArcGIS Online. Using GIS to solve problems -(2022) This course provides the user with processes and steps to follow when solving problems using GIS. ArcGIS Pro Basics –(2022) ArcGIS Pro provides the tools to integrate, visualize, analyze, and share your data. This course introduces the user to the powerful capabilities of ArcGIS Pro and how it can be used in the work space. ArcGIS Online basics- (2022) My responsibilities included the following: • Monitor, capture and organise information and data into databases to ensurethat strategic and valuable information is easily available. • Plan and develop the project idea, schedule and manage budget. • Manage data collected (entering and checking data) and GIS mapping. • Prepare for and undertake field visits. • Prepare Basic Assessment Reports, Scoping Reports, Environmental ImpactAssessment Reports and EMPRs. • Coordinate the company activities including educating field technicians . • Responsible for conducting bird and bat carcass searches as part of a biological monitoring campaign at the Wesley wind farm in Eastern Cape( working closely with different engineers at VESTAS under the EDF Renewables project). • Participate in public participation and stakeholder engagement concerning the project. • Assist in environmental compliance auditing, environmental control officer responsibilities and/or compilation of Water Use License Applications and the e-WULAAS system This web course equips the user with skills on howto make maps, share and collaborate maps from the globe. ArcGIS for office basics –(2022) This web course provides the user with knowledge on how to easily share data, maps, apps and otheritems with teams, departments and/or the public. Exploring GIS maps – (2021) This web course is intended to equip its holder with important knowledge experience about maps and their associated features. It has taught me how to operate and change GIS maps in ways and shapes that are useful for analysis purposes. SKILLS • • • • • • • • • MS Office (excel,word,powerpoint, access) GIS Operation Reliable, Responsible, Energetic, Inquisitive and Accountable Excellent communication skills High level of integrity and honesty Skillful at problem-solving Project management Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail critical thinking, and conflict resolution. MEMBERSHIPS Professional Member of the International Association for Impact Assessment South Africa(IAIAsa). membership number: 6782 In progress: Registration with (SACNAPS) REFERENCES Nondumiso Bulunga GIS specialist, Senior Environmental ConsultantSavannah Environmental Pty Ltd Contact details available on request Tumisang Sefike Health and safety officer Junior Environmental Consultant Savannah Environmental Pty Ltd Mar2021 – Dec2021 My responsibilities included but were not limited to the following: • Providing analysis and insight on environmental concerns to different industries. • Process, review and validate data for projects (particularly for ESG Reporting, CARA permit, NEMA permit and water use license permitting). • Assist with the compilation of environmental authorizations (i.e. EIA’s / EMP’s /WULA’s) and supporting documentation. • Work on multiple assignments concurrently; understand and follow oral andwritten instructions. • Undertake field work at various sites both locally and internationally. Thisincludes but not limited to: -Inspection of various facilities or sites particularly the PV and solar wind farmsas per formal audit processes or inspections; -Assisting in rehabilitation activities and ad hoc site monitoring -Collection of data and information (from numerical data to documentation andvisual records); • Project-related GIS mapping • Review reports critically to ensure the methodology and reports meet therequirements of the guidelines. • Environmental permitting, environmental authorisation applications andassociated public participation, as may be required.