I am a PhD geoscientist who has worked in international development for many years. I have been a senior leader and Director. Much of my career has been with the British Geological Survey. I currently am Director of a Pacific organisation that applies geoscience (minerals and energy, renewable energy, water, risk and hazards,) for development. I am particularly looking for a suitable ASian job. |
Contact Michael Petterson
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Area of Expertise: |
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Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
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Communications, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
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Director, CEO, COP, President
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Disaster, Aid, Emergencies, Relief
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Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
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Professional Experience: |
I have worked as a school teacher, a scientists Programme Manager and Assistant Director at the British Geological Survey, Full Professor at the University of Leicester, UK and now Director in the Pacific. For most of my career I have worked in international development in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Mongolia, Guyana, Solomon Islands, Fiji and shorter spells in parts of Africa, Pacific and Asia. I have been a leader of organisations of up to 600 to 800 staff and $80M to >$100MUS. My main areas have involved geoscience for development: hazards, risk, economic development, infrastructure, institutional strengthening, advising Governments,geo-environment, climate change etc. I ahve taught in a range of educational institutions.
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Education: |
I have a first class degree in Geology (University of Leicester UK) and a PhD in Geochemistry and Geological mapping working in Pakistan (University of Leicester UK). I have a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Physics and Geology) (University of Keele UK). I have two honorary Professorships as well as being a full Professor for some time.
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
Associaton of Geoscientists for International Development Chartered Geologist and Chartered Engineer Two honorary Professorships (Leicester UK and University of the South Pacific, Fiji) Member of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining Editorial Board and Advisory Editor to some journals Guitarist and songwriter
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Years of Experience:
More than 20 years |
Highest Qualification:
Doctorate |
Languages:
English, French (basic) |
Nationality:
United Kingdom
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