ARIAN SAGAR

Marine science and climate change specialist

Marine science and climate change specialist with expertise in SEEA-compliant statistical methodology, ocean accounts compilation, and environmental-economic data integration. Skilled in laboratory operations, water quality testing, geospatial analysis, and marine spatial planning, with proven ability to align technical outputs to national policy frameworks, SDGs, and UNFCCC commitments. Experienced in project coordination, change management, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building, delivering high-quality reports, dashboards, and governance documentation that ensure statistical credibility, institutional continuity, and sustainable adoption of digital systems.

Nabua, Suva, Fiji
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Project Fellow
Global Ocean Accounts PartnershipSuva, Fiji
Apr 2026 — Present
  • Advanced statistical methodology and SEEA-compliant data compilation at Fiji Bureau of Statistics
  • Developed QA/QC systems, standardized data templates, and metadata schemas
  • Coordinated cross-agency data sharing workflows
  • Contributed to pilot marine ecosystem asset accounts (coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass)
  • Supported dashboard development and indicator alignment with SDGs and national policy
  • Facilitated capacity building and produced governance reports ensuring statistical credibility and institutional continuity
Project Officer
Spirit of Endeavour Sdn BhdMalaysia
Aug 2025 — Feb 2026
  • Led change management, communication, and stakeholder engagement activities by coordinating messaging, managing issues, and facilitating workshops
  • Developed and delivered communication, training, and social media content to strengthen awareness and engagement
  • Maintained accurate data logs and analyzed insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
  • Supported end-to-end project delivery through documentation, progress tracking, and digital system testing
  • Drove stakeholder collaboration and capacity building with government, NGO, and private-sector partners
  • Produced high-quality reports, presentations, and sustainability plans to ensure effective project delivery and long-term adoption
Consultant
Akvo FoundationNetherlands
Jan 2025 — Aug 2025
  • Supported implementation of Fiji's Integrated Water and Sewerage Information Management System (IWSIMS) pilot
  • Coordinated project activities, documentation, and reporting
  • Facilitated stakeholder engagement with Department of Water and Sewerage and partners
  • Contributed to data management and testing of system modules
  • Organized consultations, workshops, and training sessions
  • Strengthened government liaison and capacity building for sustainable digital water resource management
Research Assistant
The University Of The South PacificSuva, Fiji
Dec 2022 — Dec 2024
  • Managed laboratory operations and water quality testing (equipment preparation, chemical solutions, SOP/GLP compliance, analytical instruments, Excel-based data analysis)
  • Enhanced technical capacity by training students and faculty in safe laboratory practices
  • Advanced ocean-climate research through blue carbon studies, geospatial analysis, marine spatial planning, and coastal water sampling (pH, carbonate, acidification trends)
  • Strengthened stakeholder engagement by producing research reports, policy briefs, and coordinating workshops, consultations, and knowledge-sharing aligned with UNFCCC and SDG 14 frameworks
Skills
Change managementPolicy AnalysisCritical thinkingCommunication strategiesTime managementPublic relationsTeam dynamicsProject managementLeadershipMonitoring and evaluationMS SuiteMeetings/WorkshopsStakeholder EngagementCapacity Building Data GovernanceEnvironmental Research/Advocacy
Education
Bachelor of Science, Marine Science
The University of the South Pacific
Jan 2022
Postgraduate Diploma, Climate Change
The University of the South Pacific
Jan 2024
Diploma, Project Management
The University of the South Pacific
Jan 2025
Diploma, Environmental Management
United Nations Environment Programme, Alison Online Course
May 2026
Certifications
Certificate in Fire Safety at work training
2020
Certificate in SDG 14: Life Below Water
2023
Certificate in Nature based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience
2024
Certificate in Waste Policy and Sustainable Waste Management
2026
Certificate in The Impact of Accounting on Climate Change
2026
Certificate in Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment
2026
Certificate in Introduction to Environmental Economics and Policy
2026
References
Mr. Ashish Asvin Chand
Statistician, Fiji Bureau of Statistics, Ministry of Strategic Planning, National Development and Statistics, Fiji
Reference
[email protected] or [email protected] · +679 9649024
Dr. Vincent Lal
Lab Manager · Institute of Applied Science, University of the South Pacific, Fiji
Reference
[email protected] · +679 8674277
Mrs. Shayal Devi Bali
Senior Project Officer · Spirit of Endeavor, Malaysia
Reference
[email protected] · +679 9956837
Languages
English
Advanced
Hindi
Native
Projects
Wet and Dry Season Variation in Nutrient Availability in Laucala Bay Lagoon
May 2024

Characterizing the Effects of Rainfall on Total Nitrogen, potassium and Phosphorous.

Climate Change - Community Integrated Vulnerability Assessment (CIVA) of Nanuku Squatter Settlement, Suva, Fiji
May 2023
Biofouling Impacts and Management Practices at a Marine Aquaculture Farm in Fiji
May 2023
Hobbies and Interests
Reading about recent achievements made in the scientific community
Learning new skills, as I believe that it's always good to dabble a bit in everything
Engaging in sports and outdoor activites are my best forms of leisure activities
I am passionate about enhancing my computing and programming skills.
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