Bienvenu Mizero
Kigali,01
Summary
An environmental and social expert with 10 years of experience in project design and implementation. Experience in design environmental and socially acceptable technologies for the management of wastes in Kigali Estates and ensure that the designed waste management infrastructures of the projects are environmentally and socially compliant and comply with the African Development Bank safeguards policies. Participated in many inspections in mining sector to prevent workplace and environmental hazards to workers. Very good experience as a Technical Director in leading all technical operations, health, safety, and environmental related quality and risk management in biogas projects. Conduct operational research in the domain of circular economy and sustainability with focus on organic waste recycling adopting biogas technologies, and solid waste characterization using waste wise city tools
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmentalist
Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB)
11.2021 - Current
- Assessed the implementation of mitigation measures for any potential risk of health, safety, and environmental damage, including solid waste management, Progressive mine site rehabilitation and environmental sustainability in water catchmen
- Inspected for the availability of policy plans to prevent workplace hazards such as physical, chemical, biological, mechanical and psychological hazards to workers in the mines
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address complex environmental challenges, fostering innovative solutions and successful project outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive environmental management plans for clients, resulting in reduced ecological impacts and long-term sustainability.
- Streamlined waste management processes within mining companies, leading to significant reductions in tailing ponds contributions and overall environmental footprint.
- Established environmental monitoring programs to track changes in ecosystem health and inform adaptive management strategies.
- Conducted detailed environmental impact assessments for proposed developments, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and minimizing adverse effects on natural resources.
- Performed extensive field research on native plant communities to better understand their ecological functions and inform future conservation efforts.
- Designed and implemented habitat restoration projects, aiding in the recovery of endangered species populations and increased biodiversity.
- Educated stakeholders on best management practices for maintaining water quality through targeted workshops and training sessions.
- Drafted technical reports summarizing key findings from field studies or data analyses that informed decision-making processes related to environmental protection.
- Advocated for stronger environmental policies at the national levels, contributing to the development of more effective legislation protecting natural resources.
- Utilized advanced GIS mapping techniques to analyze spatial data sets and inform targeted conservation efforts, resulting in more effective resource allocation for projects.
Senior National Expert (Part time consultant)
GOPA Infra GmbH
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Contracted with GOPA Infra GmbH (German) in collaboration with PEGASYS (South Africa)
- Design of knowledge products, publications
- Develop, review, and generate suggestions for technical documents
- Conducting studies (technical, financial, policy) on solid waste management and circular economy
- Implementation of surveys (e.g., field studies, interviews, data collection) using waste wise city tool (WaCT) in Rwamagana District (Satelite City)
- Elaboration of communication briefs on solid waste management and circular economy
- Advise national and local implementation processes of solid waste management and circular economy
- Moderating and presenting outputs and technical know-how
- Preparation, implementation and documentation of different events: e.g
- Trainings, webinars, technical workshops and coaching sessions on the application of circular economy in solid waste management
- Contribute to the preparation of a business plan for waste management that outlines strategic approach, operational framework, and financial model for managing the city's waste effectively and sustainably
- Sharing national experience / best practices in national and international forums
- Advise on organizational development (institutional restructuring, defining roles and responsibilities, defining work plans, coordination management, etc.)
- Coordination and communication with project partners, including other contractors
- Contracted with GOPA Infra GmbH (German) in collaboration with PEGASYS (South Africa)
Environmental and social safeguards Expert
ETS KAZOZA Justin & CIE (EKJ & C) Ltd
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Review the Impact of constructed roads on sewerage systems
- Design environmental and socially acceptable technologies for the management of wastes in Kigali Estates
- Preparation of stakeholder engagement and consultation plans from the project design and implementation phase and ensuring monthly reporting on its implementation
- Follow up and report the implementation of environmental and social safeguards instruments during all the phases of the project to avoid, minimize and mitigate potential environmental and social impacts of the project
- Ensure that the designed waste management infrastructures of the projects are environmentally and socially compliant and comply with the African Development Bank safeguards policies
- Prepare and conduct training on occupational health, safety, and risk to all the company's employees
- Support the company address project-related grievances
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Technical Support Coordinator
BBOXX Capital Rwanda Ltd
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Coordinate the designing of the technical service process, Supervise the planning activities in biogas digester supply and installation
- Ensure effective performance of biogas systems by providing appropriate troubleshooting approaches
- Assist in design and distribute surveys for BBOXX's existing customer base to gain insight into the behavior of energy consumption and waste generation
- Coordinate data collection on biogas production and use from the clients
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving technical issues.
- Assisted customers in identifying issues and explained solutions to restore service and functionality.
- Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address customer inquiries or technical issues.
- Resolved 25 technical support inquiries per day.
- Recorded and maintained relevant notes for each client and work order.
- Analyzed issues to identify troubleshooting methods needed for quick remediation.
- Walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users.
- Conducted regular trainings for team members, ensuring consistent service quality across all interactions.
- Provided personalized support to clients with diverse needs, fostering long-term business relationships.
- Created support documentation that enabled user community to extend skills, leverage system features, and find resolutions to questions without intervention from support team.
Sanitary Engineer
TECOS Ltd.
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Improved community sanitation by designing and implementing wastewater treatment systems.
- Conducted thorough site assessments to identify potential sanitation hazards and recommend corrective actions for improvement.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions for sewage treatment that resulted in reduced operational expenses.
- Reduced pollution levels by effectively managing industrial waste disposal processes.
- Mitigated flood risks by designing and maintaining effective stormwater drainage systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop sustainable solutions for environmental challenges related to waste management.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing project progress, challenges faced, and recommendations for future improvements.
- Evaluated contractor performance during construction projects, ensuring compliance with established safety standards and environmental regulations.
Technical Director
DRIMEX Industries Ltd
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Lead all technical operations, health, safety, and environmental related quality and risk management
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into existing systems or future projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to efficiently complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed innovative solutions to complex technical problems, resulting in improved system performance.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Support in the promotion and marketing of the canvas biogas system/technology and mobilize the partners for more funding opportunities
- Conduct follow-up on the implementation of environmental and social impact assessment, and environmental management plan during the project implementation phase
- Supported creation of client and business partner relationships through careful collaboration and networking efforts.
- Conduct the field visit to ensure health, safety and risk management during the implementation of biogas projects
- Managed intellectual property portfolio; protected company assets by filing patents on groundbreaking innovations.
- Established quality control standards, leading to a significant reduction in product defects.
- Presented technical findings at industry conferences, promoting brand awareness and attracting new clients to the business.
Instructor
Gasabo District
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Simple Solid waste management measures (Avail solid waste bins and sort garbage according different categories (e-wastes, chemicals, plastics, metals, glasses papers/wood and biodegradable wastes), Solid waste disposal, Solid waste to resources, Protection of Environment from pollution
Researcher
UNESCO-IHE Institute for water education
10.2014 - 04.2016
- Waste water treatment technologies (Activated sludge, water stabilization ponds, anaerobic reactors...), environmental risk management, solid waste management and technologies, environmental impact assessment (EIA), Environmental and social Impact assessment (ESIA), environmental management plan (EMP), Electrical and electronic waste management
Instructor
Gasabo District
02.2012 - 09.2014
- Chemical solid and liquid waste management principles, hazardous waste management and treatment, resources recovery from waste, methods of waste treatment
Sanitary Engineer
GreenMake Ltd
03.2010 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Subcontracted by COPED Group LTD in Green Make Company
- Development and implementation of Smart City Program for Rwanda secondary cities as per subcontracted by COPED Group LTD in Green Make Company
- Development of wastewater and solid waste management systems applicable to the secondary cities
- Subcontracted by COPED Group LTD in Green Make Company
Education
Associate of Arts - Master in Intellectual Property
Africa University
Zimbabwe07-2021
Master of Science - Environmental Science And Technology
Unesco-IHE Institute For Water Education
The Netherlands04-2016
Bachelor of science - applied chemistry: Environmental Chemistry Option
University of Rwanda - College of Science And Technology
Kigali, Rwanda03.2010
Skills
- Environmental data analysis
- Environmental Policy Development
- Soil conservation techniques
- Environmental Law Compliance
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Ecosystem restoration
- Waste Management Planning
- GIS and Remote Sensing
- Environmental risk assessment
- Pollution Control Strategies
- MS Office proficiency
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/11/83
- Nationality: Rwandese
- Marital Status: Married
Other accomplished projects
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), Prime Economic Zone Ltd, TECOS LTD, Rwanda, Rwanda, Development of Infrastructure Services for a 1.2 Km New Access Road for Kigali Special Economic Zone Phase Two.
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB), SMEC & Base co Supply, Rwanda, Rwanda, Construction of a Dyke in Masaka Wetland.
Membership of professionalbodies
Rwanda Association of Professional Environmental Professionals (RAPEP), Associate expert, RAPEP/EA/352
Professional courses
- Certified Monitoring and Evaluation Professional, Vantage Africa School of Leadership, 08/2023
- Nature-based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience, UNEP, PEDRR, EU, SDG Academy, 07/2023
- Certificate of Accreditation in Climate Finance & Project Development, JPCANN Associates LIMITED, 04/2023
- Solid Waste Management, World Bank Group, 08/2021
- A Look at Environmental & Social Risk Management in Projects, Inter-American Development Bank, 02/2021
- Construction worksite Safety, OSHA Academy, 05/2021
- Health Hazards in Construction, OSHA Academy, 02/2021
- Environmental and Social Framework - ESF Framework, World Bank Group, 06/2020
- Diploma in Project Management, International Business Management Institute, Berlin, Germany, 04/2019
Publications
Optimization of process parameters for the chemical leaching of base metals from telecom and desktop printed circuit boards., Mizero, B., Musongo, T., Rene, E. R., Battes, F., Lens, P. N., Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 120, 14-23, 2018
Volunteer Experience
UNEP, 02/01/23 - 03/24/23, UNV Online Volunteers with the United Nations Environment Programme-Africa Office.
Languages
Kinyarwanda
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Certification
I certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes myself, my qualifications, and my experience.
Timeline
Senior National Expert (Part time consultant)
GOPA Infra GmbH
04.2024 - 08.2024
Environmentalist
Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB)
11.2021 - Current
Environmental and social safeguards Expert
ETS KAZOZA Justin & CIE (EKJ & C) Ltd
04.2020 - 10.2021
Technical Support Coordinator
BBOXX Capital Rwanda Ltd
07.2019 - 03.2020
Sanitary Engineer
TECOS Ltd.
04.2019 - 09.2019
Technical Director
DRIMEX Industries Ltd
02.2017 - 03.2019
Instructor
Gasabo District
05.2016 - 01.2017
Researcher
UNESCO-IHE Institute for water education
10.2014 - 04.2016
Instructor
Gasabo District
02.2012 - 09.2014
Sanitary Engineer
GreenMake Ltd
03.2010 - 01.2012
I certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes myself, my qualifications, and my experience.
Associate of Arts - Master in Intellectual Property
Africa University
Master of Science - Environmental Science And Technology
Unesco-IHE Institute For Water Education
Bachelor of science - applied chemistry: Environmental Chemistry Option
University of Rwanda - College of Science And Technology
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