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   University of Twente (ITC), The Netherlands                                                                                            2014-2015

• Relevant Course works: Advanced GIS Applications, Remote Sensing, Spatial Analytics Techniques, Data Gathering and Information Supply, Urban Indicators and Monitoring

• Neighborhood Deprivation in Enschede-Application of Geo-tagged Social Media Indicator
• Development of the Netwerkstad Twente region until 2040

        ·Identifying Informal Settlements of Cebu City by Spatial Modelling

• Relevant Course works: Regional economics, Quantitative research, Statistics, Strategic Planning, Environmental risks and potentials

• Resilience assessment of comprehensive master plan study on urban seismic disaster prevention and management for the greater Tehran area
• Strategic planning for Tehran’s public transportation using SWOT analysis

         ·Urban heat island effect: Theory & Practice

• Sustainable Development Assessment of Northern Tehran Suburbs Case Study: Shemiranat County

• Environmental Assessment of Tehran City based on Green City Indicators

Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST)— Teacher Assistant                                                                

• Sustainable City, A key to combat Climate change Hamshahri Architecture Magazine (In Persian), 2017, 34: 13-15.
• Tehran’s Environmental Comparative Assessment Based on Green City Indicators in Comparison to 22 Major Asian Cities. Arman-Shahr Scientific Journal of Architecture and Urban development (In Persian), 2016, 15: 329-343.

• Neighborhood Deprivation Assessment —Geographical Analysis Through Geo-tagged Instagram Posts

• Neighbourhood Deprivation Assessment in Enschede —Application of Geo-tagged Social Media Indicator

• Sustainable Development Assessment of Northern Tehran Suburbs

• Regional Network Strategy; a Pattern for Sustainable Corridor Region Development

• Erasmus Mundus Fellowship, European Commission, 2014
• Bloustein Excellence Scholarship in Urban Planning, Rutgers University, 2014
• Azad University (IAU), Ranked 1st among 3000 participants in Nationwide Entrance Exam for Master’s level, 2012
• Tehran International Award, Tehran Municipality, 2012                        

Urban Planner —Rah-Shahr International Group                                                                        Sep 2015–Jun 2016

• Compiled and synthesized information from various planning policies, statistical information, professional journals and annual reports using labour market data for inclusion in end-result reports
• Assisted in analysis and reporting of trends and technical assessments tailored to client needs and expectations
• Developed and presented the research and analytical reports for internal review and submission to clients using Microsoft Visio
• Liaised with sub-consultants and clients to secure bids
• Conducted presentations to stakeholders, clients, and members of public in the community regarding landuse plans
• Reviewed, interpreted, and supported planning policy and zoning information during the preparation of development applications

Environmental Analyst — University of Tehran                                                                          Feb 2013–Sep 2013

• Conducted research, using a variety of statistical methodologies and data sources for a resource management project.
• Reviewed and interpreted maps, aerial photos, census data, and field investigation reports for environmental assessment
• Input, organized, queried and maintained environment-related data base obtained from Open Street Maps
• Prepared draft planning and site assessment reports.
• Mapped environmental indicators for inclusion in official plan reports using QGIS to support visuals.
• Analyzed, presented, and experimented results at weekly reports and group meetings.

• Analyzed and summarized policy documents, zoning-by-laws and background studies.
• Developed a detailed list of intra-departmental projects, and proposal writing for new projects.
• Scheduled projects including timeline, deliverables and planning using MSP (Gantt Charts).
• Prepared, designed and edited planning drawings using CAD software.
• Utilized GIS and Microsoft Office programs to provide data-driven analysis for planning studies.
• Prepared graphic deliverables to convey planning concepts using Adobe creative suits.
• Communicated and collaborated with public officials, community members, and other groups regarding development. plans

• Planning Process: Problem framing, Goal establishment, Objective formulation, Project Design, Baseline Analysis, and Stakeholder Analysis
• Data techniques: Data gathering, data base preparation, sampling (random, non-random), survey research, data aggregation, data reduction and factor analysis, cluster analysis, standardization, Correlation and Regression
• Statistics: Descriptive Statistics, Multivariate statistical methods, Probability Distribution interpretation, Statistical inference
• Land use Planning: Site assessment, zoning-by-law, Suitability Analysis, Site selection
• Assessment techniques: EAs, Multi criteria Analysis (MCE), Alternative evaluation
• Mapping: Digitizing, thematic mapping, QGIS, participatory mapping, data mapping
• Public Relations: Technical report writing, Graphic production, layout, Multi-tasking, project coordination, public speaking, relationship building, written communications
• Software application: ArcGIS, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher), SPSS, Adobe Creative Suite(Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Auto CAD, Sketch up

• Planned and executed of events including panels and public meetings
• Secured partners revenue and coordinated partnership fulfillment
• Maintained and updated divisional internal and external webpage content
• Negotiated collaboration and sponsorship opportunities with various organizations through email marketing
• Monitored and prepared social media messaging according to social media policy
• Presented market research findings reports through active communication in local community group discussion            s
• Coordinated, communicated and trained new volunteers in public relations sub-divisions

• Assisted in connecting and introducing CSW to local and regional innovation hubs, corporations and other agencies
• Gathered local and regional players data based on different parts of the crowd economy landscape
• Led crowd expeditions and delegations from community to CSW main conferences including workshops and corporate summits
• Actively participated in meetings with global ambassadors on Slack.com on a monthly basis
• Supported CSW local community by answering inquiries, and sharing information on crowd economy

• Cities and the Challenge of Sustainable Development–SDG Academy (MOOC platform), 2018
• Toastmasters International– Thornhill club, 2017

• Association of European Schools of Planning (AESOP), (2016-present), European :::::::union:::::::.     
• University of Twente Alumni Network, (2015-present), The Netherlands.        
• Tehran Construction Engineering Organization (TCEO), (2012-present), Iran.

• Aga Khan Musuem of Toronto (AKM), Event photographer, 2016, Toronto
• Tedx Toronto, Delegate applicant, 2016, Toronto
• Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Distinguished content contributor, 2016, Tehran
• Iranian Network at University of Twente (IrNUT), Board member, 2015, Enschede
• University of Twente, Internationalization project team, 2014, Enschede.
• Engineering Analysis of Spatial Arrangement Factors (EASAF) Research Laboratory of Iran University of Science and Technology, Associate member and guest researcher, 2014, Tehran