Silas Ochieng | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

Mr Silas Ochieng | Climate Change |  Best Researcher Award

Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning Director at  DT Global,  Kenya

Silas Ochieng, a Kenyan national, is a seasoned Market Systems Development and Evaluations Practitioner with over 16 years of experience. He specializes in designing and implementing programs in financial inclusion, resilience programming, value chain development, and climate change adaptation.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Socio-Economics (February 2020 – Present)
    Maseno University
    Research Topic: Influence of Covariate Shocks on Determinants of Resilience Capacities Among Rural Fishing and Aquaculture Households in Kenya.
  • M.Sc. Research Methods and Applied Statistics (August 2009 – December 2011)
    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
    Thesis: Climate Change Adaptation and Food Security Status in East Africa: A Comparative Study of Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia.
  • B.Sc. Agriculture (2004 – 2009)
    Moi University

Professional Experience:

Director – Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (Deputy Chief of Party)

DT Global, Somalia (September 2022 – Present)

  • Managed the $65M MSD-Inclusive Resilience in Somalia (IRiS) program, focusing on fisheries, livestock, and agriculture.
  • Developed and implemented the Activity Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan (AMELP).
  • Ensured quality assurance for program deliverables and led learning events and strategic reviews.

Regional Monitoring & Results Measurement Manager

NIRAS Africa (FCDO Funded) – Uganda, Malawi, Nepal (June 2019 – August 2022)

  • Designed MEL systems for the $32M Commercial Agriculture for Smallholders and Agribusiness program.
  • Developed business plans for six value chains across three countries.
  • Led data management, quality assurance, and adaptation learning sessions.

Monitoring & Results Measurement Manager

Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI), Somalia (January 2015 – April 2019)

  • Delivered the $16M Promoting Inclusive Markets in Somalia (PIMS) program.
  • Achieved consecutive high ratings (A) in annual reviews.

Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation Manager

FSD Kenya (USAID Funded) (February 2012 – December 2015)

  • Designed and implemented value chain finance strategies.
  • Led FinaAccess surveys and data monitoring systems.

Certifications & Training:

  • Market Systems Development Programming – Springfields, Bangkok (July 2018)
  • Inclusive Markets Training – Swiss Contact (April 2019)
  • DCED Standards for Results Measurement – MDF, Netherlands (August – September 2017)
  • Outcome Mapping/Outcome Harvesting – Outcome Mapping Community, Nairobi (April 2023)
  • Applied Statistics – University of Reading (July 2010)
  • Trainer of Trainers in Agricultural Value Chain Financing – FAO UN (April 2013)

Key Skills:

  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Systems
  • Market Systems Development Programming
  • Mixed Methods Program Evaluation (Outcome Mapping, Outcome Harvesting)
  • Database Development and Mobile/Web-Based Monitoring Tools (SurveyCTO, ODK, CommCare, Kobo Toolbox)
  • Value for Money Measurement
  • Theory of Change, Log Frame, and Results Chain Development

Professional Affiliations:

  • Member, Global BEAM Exchange
  • Contributor, DCED Forums for Results Measurement
  • Member, Market Systems Resilience Community of Practice

Citations Overview:

  • Total Citations: 1,984
  • Citations Since 2020: 1,182
  • h-index: 20 (16 since 2020)
  • i10-index: 27 (18 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • The uptake of the ecosystem services concept in planning discourses of European and American cities
    R. Hansen, N. Frantzeskaki, T. McPhearson, E. Rall, N. Kabisch, …
    Ecosystem Services, 12, 228–246 (2015)357 citations
  • Key insights for the future of urban ecosystem services research
    P. Kremer, Z. Hamstead, D. Haase, T. McPhearson, N. Frantzeskaki, …
    Ecology and Society, 21 (2) (2016)260 citations
  • Waste picker organizations and their contribution to the circular economy: Two case studies from a global south perspective
    J. Gutberlet, S. Carenzo, J.H. Kain, A. Mantovani Martiniano de Azevedo
    Resources, 6 (4), 52 (2017)147 citations
  • Ecosystem services in urban land use planning: Integration challenges in complex urban settings—Case of Stockholm
    A. Kaczorowska, J.H. Kain, J. Kronenberg, D. Haase
    Ecosystem Services, 22, 204–212 (2016)144 citations
  • Beyond residential segregation: A spatiotemporal approach to examining multi-contextual segregation
    Y.M. Park, M.P. Kwan
    Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 71, 98–108 (2018)106 citations
  • Management of complex knowledge in planning for sustainable development: The use of multi-criteria decision aids
    J.H. Kain, H. Söderberg
    Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 28 (1), 7–21 (2008)97 citations
  • Bridging weak links of solid waste management in informal settlements
    J. Gutberlet, J.H. Kain, B. Nyakinya, M. Oloko, P. Zapata, M.J. Zapata Campos
    The Journal of Environment & Development, 26 (1), 106–131 (2017)88 citations
  • Exploring local consequences of two land-use alternatives for the supply of urban ecosystem services in Stockholm year 2050
    J.H. Kain, N. Larondelle, D. Haase, A. Kaczorowska
    Ecological Indicators, 70, 615–629 (2016)77 citations
  • Socio-environmental entrepreneurship and the provision of critical services in informal settlements
    J. Gutberlet, J.H. Kain, B. Nyakinya, D.H. Ochieng, N. Odhiambo, M. Oloko, …
    Environment and Urbanization, 28 (1), 205–222 (2016)66 citations
  • Using role-playing games to broaden engineering education
    J.R. McConville, S. Rauch, I. Helgegren, J.H. Kain
    International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, 18 (4), 594–607 (2017)61 citations

 

Sanjida Haque | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr Sanjida Haque |  Sustainability |  Best Researcher Award

Sustainability Ambassador at  Prince Sultan University,  Saudi Arabia

Dr. Sanjida Haque, PhD, MSc, PGT, BDS, is a distinguished researcher and academic currently serving at Prince Sultan University. Since 2022, she has been actively involved as a Sustainability Ambassador at the Center for Sustainability and Climate, and as a researcher at the Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity. In addition to her research roles, Dr. Haque contributes significantly to the university’s institutional development as a member of the PSU Institutional Review Board (IRB), the SDG publication committee, the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking Committee, and the QS Star Rating Committee.

Profile:

Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Haque has a robust academic background with a PhD from Universiti Sains Malaysia, a Master’s degree, and a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Dhaka. Her diverse education is complemented by additional certifications in Sustainable Dentistry and Carbon Literacy, demonstrating her commitment to integrating sustainability into her work.

Research and Teaching Experience

Dr. Haque has extensive research experience in the field of orthodontics, having worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at Universiti Sains Malaysia. Her roles have involved leading research initiatives at Queens Hospital in Bangladesh and currently at Prince Sultan University in Saudi Arabia. This diverse experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of both academic and practical aspects of dental research and healthcare sustainability.

Sustainability Focus

As a Sustainability Ambassador at the Center for Sustainability and Climate, Dr. Haque’s work is aligned with global priorities. Her involvement in committees such as the PSU Institutional Review Board (IRB), SDG publication committee, Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking Committee, and QS Star Rating Committee highlights her active participation in initiatives that drive sustainability and institutional excellence.

Research Contributions

Dr. Haque’s research has covered a wide range of topics, including:

  • Sustainability in Dentistry and Healthcare
  • Dental arch relationship analysis in cleft lip and palate patients
  • Cephalometric analysis in orthodontic patients
  • Conversion of plaster dental casts to 3D digital models

Her contributions are not only innovative but also practical, aiming to improve patient outcomes and integrate sustainable practices in dentistry.

Professional Impact

Dr. Haque’s involvement in multiple high-impact committees and her role in driving research and innovation at Prince Sultan University reflect her leadership and influence in the academic community. Her work on sustainability and healthcare has the potential to make significant contributions to both fields.

Conclusion

Dr. Sanjida Haque’s comprehensive research background, her focus on sustainability, and her active role in advancing academic and practical knowledge make her a suitable and strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her contributions have the potential to impact not only the academic community but also the broader field of healthcare, promoting sustainable practices and improved patient care.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Saudi dental students’ perceptions on sustainable development goals and sustainable dental practice
    BDJ Open, 2024, 10(1), 40
    Haque, S., Nurunnabi, M., Haque, T.
  • Attitude Towards Sustainability in Dentistry: The Evidence From Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia
    International Dental Journal, 2024, 74(4), pp. 884–891
    Haque, S., Nurunnabi, M., Akhter, F., Bianoony, A.A.M.
  • The Assessment of 3D Digital Models Using GOSLON Yardstick Index: Exploring Confounding Factors Responsible for Unfavourable Treatment Outcome in Multi-Population Children With UCLP
    Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2021, 9, 646830
    Haque, S., Khamis, M.F., Alam, M.K., Wan Ahmad, A.W.M.
  • Sagittal Jaw Relationship of Different Types of Cleft and Non-cleft Individuals
    Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2021, 9, 651951
    Alam, M.K., Alfawzan, A.A., Haque, S., Jamayet, N.B., Siddiqui, A.A.
  • An Investigation of Three-Dimensional Maxillary Arch Morphometry of Children With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate
    Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2021, 32(3), pp. 964–966
    Haque, S., Khamis, M.F., Alam, M.K., Ahmad, W.M.A.W.
  • Paederus dermatitis: A severe reaction to charlie’s kiss
    Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 2021, 20(2), pp. 459–462
    Rashid, F., Haque, S., Farook, T.H., Alam, M.K., Jamayet, N.B.
  • Effects of Multiple Factors on Treatment Outcome in the Three-Dimensional Maxillary Arch Morphometry of Children With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate
    Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2020, 31(6), pp. E534–E538
    Haque, S., Khamis, M.F., Alam, M.K., Ahmad, W.M.A.W.
  • Traumatic ulcerative granuloma with stromal eosinophilia of tongue
    International Medical Journal, 2020, 27(4), pp. 493–494
    Rahman, S.A., Xuan, K.H., Haque, S., Alam, M.K.
  • Bacterial colonization and dental implants: A microbiological study
    Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clinica Integrada, 2020, 20, pp. 1–9, e4979
    Manaf, J.B.A., Rahman, S.A., Haque, S., Alam, M.K.
  • Soft tissue cephalometric measurements among Malaysian Malays and Chinese
    Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clinica Integrada, 2020, 20, pp. 1–8, e4978
    Noor, N.F.M., Basri, R., Alam, M.K., Hao, M.S.J., Talib, M.A.