Roger-Mark De Souza

Deepa Pullanikkatil

E-mail: [email protected] , [email protected] Phone: +268 76887701 , +27 619044769 Female, Age 40Yrs. Address: Department of Environmental Science, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa.

EDUCATION

. PhD in Environmental Science (received University PhD Bursary and completion grant) 2012 -2015 North West University, Mafikeng, South Africa. Mapping of Provisioning Ecosystem Services in Likangala River Catchment, Southern Malawi . Masters in Environmental Management (Distinction) 2007 -2009 University of Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa. Transboundary water quality management of Caledon River. . Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Distinction) 1998-2000 Amrita Institute of Management, Coimbatore, India. . Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech. degree). Civil Engineering (First Class) 1994-1998 Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala State, India. . Pre Degree (Distinction) 1991-1993 Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala State, India.

SHORT COURSES . Course on Barrier Analysis and Enabling Framework for Technology Action Plans for climate change management. Including cost benefit analysis. By UNEP, Denmark Technical University and Energy Research Center Feb 2016 Cape town, South Africa . Course on methodologies for Technology Needs Assessment for climate change management. Including Multi Criteria Analysis. By UNEP, Denmark Technical University and Energy Research Center (Cape Town). June 2015 Arusha, Tanzania . Course on development of Intended Nationally Determined Contributions by UNEP and Denmark Technical University Partnership May 2015 UN City, Copenhagen, Denmark. . Leadership and life awareness training by Landmark Forum Feb 2016 Cape Town, South Africa . LEAD Fellow (COHORT 19) Leadership in sustainable development Jan-May 2014 Graduated at Port Elizabeth, South Africa. . Course in Development of Environmental Scenarios by experts from UNEP Regional Office, Kenya Nov 2010 Zomba, Malawi. . Course in Public Participation, Stakeholder Dialogue & Facilitation skills Jan 2008 1 Dialogue Matters, Wye, Kent, England.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa Since August 2016

Environmental Consultant, Coordinating Assembly of Non-Governmental Organizations (CANGO), Mbabane, Swaziland March 2015-July 2016

Consultant for Technology Needs Assessment for Climate Change Adaptation for Swaziland, project supported by UNEP and Denmark Technical University. Consultant for SADC Climate Change Yearbook (2015-2016) and GIZ funded National Adaptation Strategy for South Africa (2016).

Project Manager, Leadership for Environment & Development (LEAD) Southern & Eastern Africa, Zomba, Malawi Sept 2010- June 2014 Projects managed:  Integrating ecosystem approach into water resources management and development planning in four districts of Malawi (funded by Scottish Government Climate Justice Fund) 2012-2014  Participated in a project on Climate change adaptation in Lake Chilwa Basin (three districts) of Malawi (funded by Royal Norwegian Embassy) 2010-2014  Integration of population, reproductive health, gender into climate change adaptation using Lake Chilwa Basin as case study (funded by Population Action International -USA, Royal Norwegian Government) 2011-2013  Creating awareness on innovation in a project supporting Rural off grid energy kiosk using solar energy to power communities in two districts of Malawi (funded by Scottish Government Climate Justice Fund) 2013

Head of Programme, Water & Environmental Engineering, School of the Built Environment, Lerotholi Polytechnic, Maseru, Lesotho. June – Dec 2009

Head of Programme, Civil Engineering, School of the Built Environment, Lerotholi Polytechnic, Maseru, Lesotho. June 2008 – May 2009

Lecturer, Civil Engineering, School of the Built Environment, Lerotholi Polytechnic Maseru, Lesotho May 2003 – June 2008

Civil Engineer, GWC Consulting Engineers, Maseru, Lesotho. Dec 2001 – Apr 2003 Duties included design and implementation of rural water supply and sanitation project in Mohale district of Lesotho.

Projects Coordinator, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Cochin, India. Apr 2000 – Aug 2001

EXPERT MEETINGS/PRESENTATIONS:

2 . Participated in the 12th Open Working Group of the General Assembly on Sustainable Development Goals, February 1-8, 2014, United Nations Headquarters, New York. . Presented at Congressional Briefing on “Population Health and Environment: 10 Years and Counting”, February 12, 2014, Capitol Hill, Washington DC. . Presented at Woodrow Wilson Center for International Scholars on “From Victoria to Chilwa, Integrated Development in two African Lake Basins”, February 10, 2014, Washington DC. http://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/victoria-to-chilwa-integrated-development-two-african-lake- basins . Presented paper as Guest Lecturer on gender and climate change entitled; “Beasts of burden or commodities for sale? Women coping with environmental stress in Malawi”, February 8, 2014, Rutgers University at Newark, New Jersey. . Presented at Experts Meeting on Climate Change Education for Sustainable Development in Africa on “Non-formal climate change education in Malawi”, 20-22 March 2013, Mauritius, organized by UNESCO. https://www.google.com/url? sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CC0QFjAD&url=https%3A %2F%2Flists.unesco.org%2Fwws%2Fd_read%2Fccesd-africa%2Fmeeting%2520documents %2FALL%2520ABSTRACTS- Final.docx&ei=CEUuVZGPGa3B7AbLpYDACA&usg=AFQjCNER1Jo7RJ5PfgTVoU3bdvyEw8d puw&sig2=jtawUjnL8FGu_OwN-vGpYg&bvm=bv.90790515,d.ZGU . Presented the “State of Environment and Outlook Report for Malawi” at High level National Stakeholders Forum and on Malawi Television, December 2011, Lilongwe, Malawi.

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

Journal articles

1. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni P. and Ruhiiga T. (2016). ‘Assessment of Land Use Change in Likangala River Catchment, Malawi: a Remote Sensing and DPSIR approach’. Applied Geography, Vol 71: 9-23. 2. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni P. and Ruhiiga T. (2016). ‘Land use/land cover change and implications for ecosystems services in the Likangala River Catchment’, Malawi. Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, doi:10.1016/j.pce.2016.03.002 . 3. Pullanikkatil,D., Mubako, S. and Munthali,M. (2015). ‘Advancing Green Economy through Technology Transfer: Experiences from Malawi’. Southern African Journal of Environmental Education. Vol 30:66-78. 4. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni P. and Ruhiiga T. (2014). ‘An assessment of the impact of land use activities on water quality in the Likangala River Catchment’, Southern Malawi. African Journal of Aquatic Sciences 40:3, 277-286. 5. Pullanikkatil,D., Mubako,S., Phalira,W., Chiotha,S and Luhanga,M. (2013). ‘Schistosomiasis prevalence in Zomba, Malawi’, African Geographical Review. Routledge Vol 33; Issue I. 6. Matarira,C., Pullanikkatil,D., Kaseke,T., Manatsa,D., Shava,E. (2013). ‘Socio-economic impacts of climate change on subsistence communities: Some observations from Lesotho’, International Journal of Climate Change Strategies and Management, Vol. 5 Iss: 4, pp.404 – 417. (Awarded outstanding paper and most commended paper, Emerald Publications, 2014)

3 7. Pullanikkatil, D. and Urama, K.C. (2011). ‘The effects of industrialization on water quality and livelihoods in Lesotho’, International Journal of Environmental Engineering, Vol. 3, No. 2, pp.175–191.

1. Mphepo, G., Pullanikkatil, D., Phalira, W., Ngwira, T., Dzimbira, L., Bandason, E., Mkanthama, C., Mbano, N., Nampota, D. and Taylor, S. 2013. Climate Change Toolkit: A manual for Trainers. LEADSEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi. 2. Pullanikkatil,D., Kaneka, B., Phalira,W., Mkanthama,C., Chiotha, S. (2013). ‘Linkages between Population, Reproductive Health, Gender and Climate Change Adaptation in Malawi; Case study from Lake Chilwa Basin’, LEADSEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi. 3. Chiotha, S., Pullanikkatil, D., Chipeta, C., Mvula, P., Phalira, W., Mphepo, G., Mkanthama, C. (2013). ‘Malawi’s Progress towards Achieving Sustainable Development Goals 20 Years Since the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio: Stocktaking Report on Rio+20’, LEADSEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi. 4. Pullanikkatil, D. and Chilambo, M. (2011). ‘Bird Activity Book: For Wildlife Clubs of Malawi’, Wildlife and Environmental Society of Malawi, Zomba, Malawi. 5. Mphepo G., Pullanikkatil D., Chiotha S., Kishindo P.,Phalira W. (2011). ‘Training of Honourable Members of Parliament in Malawi on Climate Change Adaptation and Advocacy’, LEADSEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi.

Book chapters

1. Sambo E and Pullanikkatil, D. (2011) ‘Policy Analysis and Options for Actions’, Chapter 12 in Malawi State of Environment and Outlook Report 2010. Environmental Affairs Department, Lilongwe.

Policy Briefs

1. Government of Malawi. (2011). ‘Summary for Decision makers – State of Environment and Outlook Report for Malawi’. Environmental Affairs Department, Lilongwe. 2. Pullanikkatil, D., Tlali, S. and Thamae, L. (2008) ‘What are the Policy Implications for Industrial Water Pollution in Lesotho?’, Technopolicy Brief Series No. 16, African Technology Policy Studies, Kenya.

Illustrated manuals

1. Pullanikkatil,D. and Mkanthama,C. (2013). ‘How to make compost – Illustrated manual in English and Chichewa’. LEAD SEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi. 2. Mkanthama,C. and Pullanikkatil,D. (2013). ‘How to make a tree nursery – Illustrated manual in English and Chichewa’. LEAD SEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi. 3. Munthali,M. and Pullanikkatil,D. (2013). ‘How to harvest rainwater – Illustrated manual in English and Chichewa’. LEAD SEA Publications, Zomba, Malawi.

4 Selected Conference papers 1. Pullanikkatil D., Chiotha S., Phalira W. and Palamuleni, L.G. 2014. ‘The need for integrated development in a fragile ecosystem: evidences from Southern Malawi’. Paper presented at 2014 International Conference on Sustainable Development Practice on Advancing Evidence-Based Solutions for the Post-2015 Sustainable Development Agenda, Columbia University, New York, USA. 2. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni L.G. and Ruhiiga T.M. 2014. ‘Land use/land cover change and implications for provisioning ecosystem services in the Likangala River Catchment, Malawi’. Paper presented at Society of South African Geographers June 2014 Conference, University of Fort Hare, South Africa. 3. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni L.G. and Ruhiiga T.M. (2014). ‘Land use/land cover change and implications for ecosystems services in the Likangala River Catchment, Malawi’. Paper presented at 15th WATERNET/WARFSA/GWP-SA Symposium 2014, Lilongwe, Malawi. 4. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni L.G. and Ruhiiga T.M. (2014). ‘Sustaining Provisioning Ecosystem Services of Likangala River Catchment, Malawi: Last chance or Lost cause?’ Paper presented at Faculty of Agriculture, Science and Technology Research Day (17 Oct 2014), North West University, South Africa. 5. Pullanikkatil,D., Mphepo,G., Phalira.W. and Chiotha,S. (2013). ‘Non-formal climate change education and advocacy, experiences from Malawi’. Paper presented at Regional Expert Meeting on Climate Change Education for Sustainable Development in Africa, 20 to 22 March 2013, Mauritius. 6. Pullanikkatil, D., Matarira, C. and Molapo, K. (2008). ‘Climate Variability and change: vulnerability of communities in Senqu ecological zone, Lesotho.’ Conference Proceedings for “Adapting to Changes in the Orange River Basin Can Adaptive Water Resources Management make a difference?” NeWater- Oxford Consultative Forum, National University of Lesotho, Lesotho.

Posters 1. Pullanikkatil D., Palamuleni L.G. and Ruhiiga T.M. (2014). ‘An assessment of the impact of land use activities on water quality in the Likangala River catchment, Southern Malawi’. Poster presented at 15th WATERNET/WARFSA/GWP-SA Symposium 2014, Lilongwe, Malawi. 2. Pullanikkatil, D., Matarira, C., Maletjane, M. (2009). ‘Climate Variability and Change in Senqu River Valley’, Poster presented at WATERNET conference, Entebbe. 3. Pullanikkatil, D. (2008). ‘Water Quality Assessment of Mohokare River’. Poster presented at WATERNET conference, Lusaka.

1. “ Deepa Pullanikkatil: Climate Adaptation Efforts Reveal Health-Environment Links in Malawi”, News Security Beat, Woodrow Wilson Center, Washington DC. http://www.newsecuritybeat.org/2014/03/deepa-pullanikkatil-climate-adaptation-efforts-reveal- health-environment-links-malawi/ 5 2. “Why is sustainable management of oceans, forests and biodiversity a population issue?” On the Population Action International Website. 2014. http://www.populationaction.org/blog/2014/02/11/why-is-sustainable-management-of-oceans- forests-and-biodiversity-a-population-issue/ 3. “ From Victoria to Chilwa: Integrated Development in Two African Lake Basins”, Woodrow Wilson Center, Washington DC. http://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/victoria-to-chilwa- integrated-development-two-african-lake-basins

SELECTED CONFERENCES FACILITATED

1. “Population and Climate Compatible Development”, International Conference organized by LEAD Africa and Mexico, Port Elizabeth, South Africa (May 2014). 2. “ Population and Climate Change: Towards Climate Compatible Development in Africa”, Pan African Session organized by LEAD Southern and Eastern Africa, Lilongwe, Malawi (Nov 2012). 3. “State of Science, Technology and Innovation in Africa- Implications for achieving the Millennium Development Goals”, Organized by African Technology Policy Studies Network, Cairo, Egypt (Dec 2010). 4. “ Population, Climate Change and Development”, International Session, LEAD, Port Elizabeth, South Africa (31Oct-6 Nov, 2010). 5. “Africa’s response to Global Challenges (Climate Change, Economy, Poverty) through Science, Technology and Innovation”, Organized by African Technology Policy Studies Network, Abuja, Nigeria (Nov 2009). 6. “ The regional Consultation Meeting on Development of the Global Climate Change Adaptation Network in Africa”, organized by UNEP, Nairobi, Kenya (Jan 2009). 7. “ Integrated Management of Ma ra River Basin”, organized by Macaulay Institute and ATPS, Arusha, Tanzania (Feb 2008).

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP/AFFILIATIONS

1. Member of Adaptation Technical Working Group- Swaziland INDC. 2. Member of National Steering Committee on Third National Communication to UNFCCC for Swaziland. 3. External Examiner for Masters students of Environmental Management, University of Free State, South Africa. 4. Reviewer, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/13/1/150/htm 5. Board member, Wildlife and Environmental Society of Malawi (2010-2014). 6. Founder member and Steering Committee Member, African Women Forum for Science and Technology (2008-2011). 7. Member of Civil Society Network on Climate Change (CISONECC) Malawi and have been invited to make expert presentations at the network annual meetings (2012-2014). 8. Founder of “Creating Art from Trash” CRAFT –a blog to promote recycling through art in Malawi and Kenya (2014) 9. Member, Golden Key International Honour Society (2009). 10. Associate Member, Institution of Engineers -India (Since 2005). 6 11. Representative for Institutional Membership, WATERNET, during 2008-2009. 12. Member, African Technologies Policy Studies (ATPS) (since 2004).

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Num Country Activities

1 United States of  Chaired a side event at United Nations Headquarters, Manhattan during the 12th Open America Working Group on Sustainable Development Goals (2014)  Attended as a delegate of “Women’s Major Groups” the 12th Session of Open Working Group on Sustainable Development Goals, UN Head Quarters, Manhattan (2014)  Presented papers at Capitol Hill, Woodrow Wilson Center for International Scholars, Population Action International (Washington DC) (2014)  Presented papers at University of Columbia, Rutgers New-Ark (New York) (2015) 2 United Kingdom  Presented a paper at Global Food Security Forum at University College London (2013)  Participated in a proposal Development meeting at University College London (2013)  Attended training on Public Participation and Stakeholder Dialogue, Kent (2008) 3 Denmark  Meeting in Copenhagen (UN City) organized by UNEP, CTCN and Denmark Technical University on Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (2015)

4 Mauritius  Presented paper at UNESCO Experts forum on climate change education and participated in developing Southern African regional environmental education plans (2013)

5 South Africa  Trained mid-career professionals on leadership and sustainable development through the LEAD Fellows programme  Completed PhD Environmental Science (2015) and Masters in Environmental Manage- ment (2009)  Attended a number of trainings including LEAD Fellows International Session, Popula- tion Environment Development Nexus, African Technology Policy Studies Network  Organized international, regional and local conferences, trainings in South Africa in cities - Cape Town, Pretoria, Johannesburg  Presented scientific papers at Southern Africa Geographers Conference, African Popula- tion Policy Conference, SAEON, North West University, University of Free State

6 Lesotho  Worked as engineer for rural water supply and sanitation project covering 126 villages in highlands of Lesotho  Undertook research on water pollution which produced a number of publications and influenced policy  Worked as Lecturer in Civil Engr and set up the Water and Environmental Engr department in a tertiary educational institution  Presented paper at conferences including ATPS, Oxford-Newater forum, NUL 7 Swaziland  Member of National Steering Committee on Third National Communication on Climate Change  Consultant for Technology Needs Assessment for climate change adaptation  National advisor on Intended Nationally Determined Contributions for adaptation part 8 Mozambique  Presented paper in WATERNET conference in Maputo (2007) 9 Zambia  Presented paper in WATERNET conference in Lusaka (2006) 10 Uganda  Presented paper in WATERNET conference in Entebbe (2005)

7 11 Malawi  Part of team that developed the National Climate Change Policy for Malawi, Rio +20 Stocktaking Report, State of Environment Report, Decentralised Environment Manage- ment Guidelines  Worked to promote Ecosystems Approach to Climate Change Mitigation and Adapta- tion in the Scottish Government Climate Justice funded WATERS Project. Had opportu- nity to brief Scottish Minister for International Development, Hon. Humza Yusuf, international VSO Volunteers, local partners and staff on LEAD SEA Project sites  Worked in two projects on Climate Change Adaptation, integrated development and ecosystems management work (2010-2014) covering seven districts  Trained Members of Parliament, Mid-Career Professionals, Communities on climate change as part of work at LEAD  Undertook research work including PhD study (2012-2015)  Presented papers at conferences including WATERNET, LEAD, EEASA  Organized country level meetings for practitioners, Government officials, Development partners meetings, journalists and other stakeholders  Organized Africa Continent level meeting for LEAD Fellows (2012) 12 Tanzania  Attended training by UNEP DTU on Multi Criteria Analysis for Technology Needs Assess- ment (2015) 13 Kenya  Facilitated a workshop on Mara River Basin management (2007)  Facilitated workshops for UNEP at UNEP Regional Center in Nairobi and ATPS 14 Ethiopia  Visited a PHE project site in Wolkite  Presented papers at International Conferences including International Conference on Family Planning and ATPS 15 Ghana  Facilitated ATPS Africa conference (2009) 16 Nigeria  Facilitated ATPS Africa conference (2008) 17 Egypt  Facilitated ATPS Africa conference (2010) 18 India  Construction coordination of super speciality hospital in Kerala  Non-profit work for Manifest Humanity helping with girls education in an orphan/desti- tute care center in Nagercoil (2015/2016)  Personality development training provided to 250 Kerala Student Police Cadets (2015)