Aisha Rifai

Purpose-driven MSc Zoology graduate with a passion for environmental conservation, sustainability, and data-driven decision-making. Experienced in ecological research, GIS, remote sensing, environmental data analysis, and project coordination, with strong skills in R-based modelling and spatial analysis. Skilled at translating complex data into actionable insights to address environmental challenges and support sustainable outcomes.

In addition to a strong scientific background, I have corporate experience working in fast-paced environments, contributing to sustainability initiatives such as emissions reporting, awareness campaigns, and strategy development. Adept at managing projects from data collection through to reporting and stakeholder engagement, I am seeking opportunities in environmental consulting, corporate sustainability, GIS, data analysis, conservation planning, or related fields.

Sustainability Intern at impact.com (2025-09 – 2026-03)

• Support corporate sustainability initiatives, including carbon emissions reporting (EcoVadis, CDP, GHG Emissions), awareness campaigns and blogs, and data tracking.
• Assist in developing and implementing environmental strategies aligned with company ESG goals.
• Conduct research and data analysis to inform sustainability performance and stakeholder engagement.
• ESG reporting & Sustainability data analysis
• Stakeholder engagement & communication
• Project coordination & team collaboration
• Carbon footprint tracking
• Emissions management
• Research & reporting for sustainability strategy

Laboratory Demonstrator at University of the Western Cape & Stellenbosch University (2020-02 – 2022-09)

• Guided undergraduate students in laboratory procedures and ecological concepts.
• Demonstrated equipment use, enforced lab safety and supported student learning.
• Contributed to academic assessments, experiment marking, and class preparation.
• Lab safety and compliance
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving

Assistant Receptionist at Dr Ashtiker's Medical Practice (2016-11 – 2017-01)

• Provided front-desk support, patient file management, and appointment scheduling.
• Maintained confidentiality and delivered high-quality customer service.
• Processed payments and documentation with attention to detail.
• Attention to detail

Master of Science (MSc) in Zoology – Stellenbosch University (2023-03 – 2025-03)

BSc Honours (Hons) in Biodiversity and Ecology – Stellenbosch University (2022-02 – 2022-12)

Bachelors of Science (BSc) in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology – University of the Western Cape (2018-02 – 2022-03)