This curriculum vitae summarizes the professional experience and qualifications of Gaspard Rwanyiziri. He has a PhD in Geography and Planning from Pau University in France and is currently a Senior Lecturer and Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing at the University of Rwanda. His research focuses on environmental management, climate change impacts, and GIS applications. He has over 17 years of experience in geography and related fields and has authored several publications and technical reports.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the qualifications and experience of Dr. Gaspard Rwanyiziri. He is currently the Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing at the University of Rwanda, where he also serves as a Senior Lecturer. His academic background includes a PhD in Geography and Planning from Pau University in France. He has extensive research, teaching, and supervision experience in areas related to environment, climate change, biodiversity, and geographic information systems.
Gaspard Rwanyiziri has 18 years of experience in Geography and related fields. From 9th August 2011 up to now, he is a Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR). He is also a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography and Urban Planning at the same university. He did his PhD in Geography and Planning (specialization in Environment and Sustainable Development) from Pau University, France (2004–2009), Master’s Degree in Geography and Planning from Michel Montaigne Bordeaux III University, France (2001-2002), and Bachelor’s Degree in Physical and Human Geography from the former National University of Rwanda (1995–1999. His research interests are Environment (both rural and urban) and Natural Resources Management, effects of climate change in both rural and urban areas, GIS and its applications. He is currently coordinating six research projects funded by EU (1), Sida (1), Nuffic (2), ESRI Germany (1) and GBIF (1).
This document provides a summary of Nicholas Tripcevich's educational background and professional experience. It outlines that he received his Ph.D. in Anthropology from UC Santa Barbara in 2007, and has since held positions at UC Berkeley including as the Laboratory Manager of the Archaeological Research Facility. His research interests involve social complexity, Andean interaction, lithic analysis, and GIS applications. He has led several field projects in Peru focusing on obsidian sources and quarrying, and has over 15 peer-reviewed publications on related topics.
This document lists T. Sumanenthiran's academic credentials and research accomplishments. It details that he has a background in environmental science and has experience using GIS software. It notes two conference abstracts accepted for presentation on nonlinear sciences and environmental management. It also describes two documentary films he produced on environmental topics in Tamil. Finally, it lists three Tamil newspaper articles he published on environmental issues in Vavuniya town.
Madison Weinhoffer is a recent graduate of Texas Tech University with a B.F.A. in Theater Arts and a B.A. in Anthropology. She has worked in various roles in hospitality, education, and IT support. Currently, she is a hostess at the 1886 Café & Bakery in Austin. She has also held leadership positions in campus organizations promoting animal rights and working with autistic students through theater.
Born on 4th September 1972, Gaspard Rwanyiziri is a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and Technology, and since 9th August 2011 up to now, Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR).
This document is a curriculum vitae for Gaspard Rwanyiziri, a Senior Lecturer and Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing at the University of Rwanda. It provides details on his contact information, education history, academic qualifications including a PhD in Geography and Planning from Pau University, France. It lists his employment history at the University of Rwanda since 2000 and courses taught. It also outlines his research interests and awards for research grants received to study topics such as the effects of climate change on food security and wetland agriculture in Rwanda.
Gaspard Rwanyiziri has 18 years of experience in Geography and related fields. From 9th August 2011 up to now, he is a Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR). He is also a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography and Urban Planning at the same university. He did his PhD in Geography and Planning (specialization in Environment and Sustainable Development) from Pau University, France (2004–2009), Master’s Degree in Geography and Planning from Michel Montaigne Bordeaux III University, France (2001-2002), and Bachelor’s Degree in Physical and Human Geography from the former National University of Rwanda (1995–1999. His research interests are Environment and Natural Resources Management, Effects of Climate Change, Spatial Thinking, GIS and its applications.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the qualifications and experience of Dr. Gaspard Rwanyiziri. He is currently the Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing at the University of Rwanda, where he also serves as a Senior Lecturer. His academic background includes a PhD in Geography and Planning from Pau University in France. He has extensive research, teaching, and supervision experience in areas related to environment, climate change, biodiversity, and geographic information systems.
Gaspard Rwanyiziri has 18 years of experience in Geography and related fields. From 9th August 2011 up to now, he is a Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR). He is also a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography and Urban Planning at the same university. He did his PhD in Geography and Planning (specialization in Environment and Sustainable Development) from Pau University, France (2004–2009), Master’s Degree in Geography and Planning from Michel Montaigne Bordeaux III University, France (2001-2002), and Bachelor’s Degree in Physical and Human Geography from the former National University of Rwanda (1995–1999. His research interests are Environment (both rural and urban) and Natural Resources Management, effects of climate change in both rural and urban areas, GIS and its applications. He is currently coordinating six research projects funded by EU (1), Sida (1), Nuffic (2), ESRI Germany (1) and GBIF (1).
This document provides a summary of Nicholas Tripcevich's educational background and professional experience. It outlines that he received his Ph.D. in Anthropology from UC Santa Barbara in 2007, and has since held positions at UC Berkeley including as the Laboratory Manager of the Archaeological Research Facility. His research interests involve social complexity, Andean interaction, lithic analysis, and GIS applications. He has led several field projects in Peru focusing on obsidian sources and quarrying, and has over 15 peer-reviewed publications on related topics.
This document lists T. Sumanenthiran's academic credentials and research accomplishments. It details that he has a background in environmental science and has experience using GIS software. It notes two conference abstracts accepted for presentation on nonlinear sciences and environmental management. It also describes two documentary films he produced on environmental topics in Tamil. Finally, it lists three Tamil newspaper articles he published on environmental issues in Vavuniya town.
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Born on 4th September 1972, Gaspard Rwanyiziri is a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and Technology, and since 9th August 2011 up to now, Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR).
This document is a curriculum vitae for Gaspard Rwanyiziri, a Senior Lecturer and Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing at the University of Rwanda. It provides details on his contact information, education history, academic qualifications including a PhD in Geography and Planning from Pau University, France. It lists his employment history at the University of Rwanda since 2000 and courses taught. It also outlines his research interests and awards for research grants received to study topics such as the effects of climate change on food security and wetland agriculture in Rwanda.
Gaspard Rwanyiziri has 18 years of experience in Geography and related fields. From 9th August 2011 up to now, he is a Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR). He is also a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography and Urban Planning at the same university. He did his PhD in Geography and Planning (specialization in Environment and Sustainable Development) from Pau University, France (2004–2009), Master’s Degree in Geography and Planning from Michel Montaigne Bordeaux III University, France (2001-2002), and Bachelor’s Degree in Physical and Human Geography from the former National University of Rwanda (1995–1999. His research interests are Environment and Natural Resources Management, Effects of Climate Change, Spatial Thinking, GIS and its applications.
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mentoring and advising students.
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research management, proposal development, networking and resource mobilization.
• Professoriate: These are courses for senior staff to enhance their leadership,
management and mentoring skills. They will also focus on developing research
networks and consortia.
It was suggested that these courses could be jointly developed and offered to staff in partner
universities of the Nile Basin Research Project.
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1. 1
Curriculum Vitae
Gaspard Rwanyiziri, PhD
1. Contact Information
- Name: Gaspard Rwanyiziri (Mr.)
- Mail Address: Centre for Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing
(CGIS), University of Rwanda
- P. O. Box: 212 Huye Town, Rwanda
- Email: g.rwanyiziri@ur.ac.rw or grwanyiziri@gmail.com
- Mobile Phone: +250 7 88 68 14 38
2. Identification
- Nationality: Rwandese
- Status: Married
- Date of Birth: 4th
September 1972
- Languages: Kinyarwanda (Excellent), English (Excellent) & French (Excellent)
3. Profile
Gaspard Rwanyiziri, PhD, Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences
since 1st
July 2010 in the Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science
and Technology. Rwanyiziri has 17 years of experience in Geography and related fields.
From 9th
August 2011 up to now, he is a Director of the Centre for Geographic Information
Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR). He did his PhD in
Geography and Planning from Pau University, France (2004–2009), Master’s Degree in
Geography and Planning from Michel Montaigne Bordeaux III University, France (2001-
2002), and Bachelor’s Degree in Physical and Human Geography from the former National
University of Rwanda (1995–1999. His research interests are Environment and Natural
Resources Management, Effects of Climate Change and Variability on Agricultural
Production and Food Security, GIS and its applications.
4. Academic Qualification
4.1 Highest Qualification: PhD
Year of Award: 2009
Research Field: Geography and Planning
Specialization: Environment and Development
Institution: Pau University
Country of Award: France
4.2 Advanced Qualification: Master of Arts (MA)
Year of Award: 2002
Research Field: Geography and Planning
Specialization: Environment and Development
Institution: Montaigne Bordeaux 3 University
2. 2
Country of Award: France
4.3 Qualification: Bachelor Degree (BA)
Year of Award: 1999
Research Field: Geography
Specialization: Physical and Human Geography
Institution: National University of Rwanda
Country of Award: Rwanda
5. Professional Career
- 9th August 2011 – to date: Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and
Remote Sensing (www.cgis.ur.ac.rw), College of Science and Technology (CST),
University of Rwanda (www.ur.ac.rw).
- 1st July 2010 - to date: Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and Technology,
University of Rwanda (UR).
- May 2010 – July 2011: Academic Secretary, Department of Geography, Faculty of
Science, National University of Rwanda (NUR).
- 1st April 2004 - 30th June 2010: Lecturer, Department of Geography, National University
of Rwanda (NUR).
- 1st June 2000 – 31st March 2004: Assistant Lecturer, Department of Geography, former
National University of Rwanda (NUR).
6. Publications
9.1 Articles & Book Chapters
- Rwanyiziri, G. and Mugabowindekwe M. (2016). Assessing Local Farmers’ Awareness
and Perceptions towards Wetland Protection and Conservation Strategies: The Case of
Bugesera District, Rwanda. Donnish Journal of Geography and Regional Planning, Vol.
2(3), pp. 22-28 (http://donnishjournals.org/djgrp/pdf/2016/october/Rwanyiziri-et-al.pdf)
- Rwanyiziri, G. and Rugema J. (2013). Climate Change Effects on Food Security in
Rwanda: Case Study of Wetland Rice Production in Bugesera District. Rwanda Journal,
Series E: Agricultural Sciences Vol. 1(1), pp. 33 -51 [ISSN 2305-2678 (Print); ISSN
2305-5944 (Online); DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/rj.v1i1.3E]
- Rwanyiziri, G. (2013). Climate. In Ben Yahmed, D. & Houstin, N. (Ed.), Africa
Atlases. Rwanda, Paris: Les Éditions du Jaguar, pp. 82-83, ISBN: 978-2-86950-483-7
- Rwanyiziri, G. (2013). Fauna and Flora. In Ben Yahmed, D. & Houstin, N. (Ed.),
Africa Atlases. Rwanda, Paris: Les Éditions du Jaguar, pp. 84-85, ISBN: 978-2-86950-
483-7
- Rwanyiziri, G. (2013). Environment and Biodiversity. In Ben Yahmed, D. & Houstin,
N. (Ed.), Africa Atlases. Rwanda, Paris: Les Éditions du Jaguar, pp. 86-87, ISBN: 978-2-
86950-483-7
- Rwanyiziri, G., 2008. Protected Areas under Pressure from Demographic Expansion
and Poverty. The Case of the Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda). International Journal
of Sustainable Development, Vol. 1, n°4, 2008, pp. 17-28 (Published by Pan-African
Book Company) (in French).
9.2 Technical Reports/Conference Papers
- Rwanyiziri, G, Uwayezu, E. 2016. Available Spatial Data and Data Sharing Habits in
East Africa: The Rwandan Experience, 4th
ESRI Eastern Africa Education GIS
Conference, 23 - 24 September 2016, Africal Hall, United Nations Conference Centre,
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.20643.86566
3. 3
- Rwanyiziri, G, Uwayezu, E. 2014. Inventory on Available Spatial Data, Data Sharing
Habits, and Knowledge Base on Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) Development in
Rwanda. Huye/Kigali: SKAT International. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.3823.0001
- Nduwamungu, J., Nyandwi, E., Mazimpaka, J. -D., Mugiraneza, T., Mukashema, A.,
Uwayezu, E., Nzabanita, V., Rwanyiziri, G. 2012. Forest Cover Mapping of Rwanda
using High-resolution Aerial Photographs. A project by the Geographic Information
Systems & Remote Sensing Research and Training Center of the National University of
Rwanda (CGIS – NUR) for the “Programme d’Appui à la Reforestation (PAREF
NL)”/Rwanda Natural Resources Authority (RNRA).
- Rwanyiziri, G, Uwayezu, E. 2012. Assessment on the Current Status of Policies on Use
of EO Data in Land Degradation Mitigation (LDM) and Natural Habitat Conservation
(NHC) in Rwanda. Huye/Nairobi: AMESD IGAD. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.3298.7125
- Nsengimana, H. and Rwanyiziri, G., 2011. Rwanda Environmental Research Strategy.
Kigali/Butare: REMA/NUR-CB (in English).
- Rwanyiziri, G., 2007. Guide for community conservation as regards nature
conservation in Rwanda. Butare - Kigali, ORTPN, 54p. (French & English).
- Rwanyiziri, G., Kayijamahe, E., Lasry, F., Schilling, M., 2005. Plan de Zonage du Parc
National de l’Akagera. Butare – Kigali, ORTPN/DED/CGIS-NUR. DOI:
10.13140/RG.2.1.3790.2321
- Rwanyiziri, G., Kayijamahe, E., 2004. Plan de Zonage du Parc National des Volcans.
Butare - Kigali, ORTPN/IGCP/CGIS-NUR, 135p. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.1.3397.0168
7. Awards for Research Grants
- November 2014 – June 2017: Effects of Climate Change and Variability on Wetland
Agricultural Production and Food Security in Rwanda. Case Study of Rulindo, Kamonyi
and Bugesera Districts (under UR-Sweden Cooperation funding); Role: Principal
investigator.
- April 2014 – December 2016: The role of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and
Socio-Economic Benefits Sharing in Sustainable Protected Areas Conservation and
Management: A case of the Volcanoes National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National
Park (Rwanda – Uganda): Role: Principal investigator.
- February 2012 – March 2014: Trade-Offs and Synergies in Managing Wetlands
Resources for Improved Food Security and Adaptation to Climate Change in the Lake
Victoria Basin (under ViCres/IUCEA funding) (PI: Prof. Mnason Tweheyo, Makerere
University/Uganda); Role: Principal investigator on University of Rwanda side.
- February 2012 – March 2015: Promoting Spatial Thinking in Natural Resources
Management through Community Mapping: The Case of Urban and Rural Secondary
Schools of Rwanda (under Innovation for Education/DFID)(PI: Prof. Tony Vodacek,
Rochester Institute of Technology/USA); Role: Principal investigator on University of
Rwanda side.
8. Research Projects Coordination
- January 2016 – December 2021: Local Coordinator, Strengthening Education for
Agricultural Development Project - SEAD, a NUFFIC fully funded project.
- January 2015 – December 2020: Coordinator, Strengthening East Africa Land
Administration Network (SEALAN), a NUFFIC fully funded project.
- January 2017 – December 2019: Coordinator, Cooperation Agreement in the Field of
Geographic Information Systems between University of Rwanda and ESRI Deutschland
Group GmhH.
4. 4
- July 2013 – June 2018: Team Leader of GIS Subprogram, UR Sweden Programme for
Research, Higher Education and Institutional Advancement
- January 2011 – December 2016: Coordinator, Cooperation Agreement in the Field of
Geographic Information Systems between University of Rwanda and ESRI Deutschland
Group GmhH.
- January 2011 – December 2013: Coordinator, Cooperation Agreement in the Field of
Geographic Information Systems between University of Rwanda and ESRI Deutschland
Group GmhH.
9. Conference Organization
- May – August 2016: Member of the Organizing Committee of the Second Annual
Research and Innovation Week in Science & Technology (ARIST) (Kigali, 23 – 26
August 2016)
- March – November 2015: Chair of the Local Organizing Committee of the International
Conference on Geospatial Technologies for Sustainable Urban and Rural Development -
GeotechRwanda2015 - https://www.geotechrwanda2015.com
- July – August 2015: Member of the Organizing Committee of the First Annual
Research and Innovation Week in Science & Technology (ARIST) (Kigali, 25 – 28
August 2015)
- August – November 2012: Member of the Local Organizing Committee of the 5th
NUR
International Scientific Research Conference (ISRC).
10. Conference Attendance (for Oral Presentation & Poster Presentation)
- Rwanyiziri G., Mutabazi A., Hategekimana S, Munyeshyaka J.-D., 2016.
Understanding the Vulnerability to Climate Change Effects in East Africa. Case Study
of Rice Farmers in Bugesera District, Rwanda. In Symposium on Climate Change
Adaptation in Africa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 21-23 February 2016.
- Rwanyiziri G., 2014. Community-based Tourism around Protected Areas of Rwanda.
Case Study of Kinigi and Nyange Community Walk Activities around Volcanoes
National Park (VNP), Musanze District. In "Understanding Oneself and the Others:
New Domestic and International Tourism Practices and the Promotion of Heritage and
Tourism in East Africa"(a symposium organized by French Institute for Research in
Africa (IFRA-Nairobi) in collaboration with Nairobi National Museum.
- Tomaszewski, B., Vodacek, A., Rwanyiziri, G. and Sehene, J. C (2013). Promoting
spatial thinking in natural resource management through community mapping: the case
of urban and rural secondary schools of Rwanda. AfricaGIS 2013. Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
- Rwanyiziri G. and J. Rugema, 2012. Climate Change Effects on Food Security in
Rwanda: Case Study of Wetland Rice Production in Bugesera District. In the 5th
International Scientific Research Conference, 5th
to 7th
December 2012, National
University of Rwanda.
- Rwanyiziri G., 2011. Minor Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites in East Africa. Case
study of Buhanga and Cyamudongo Sites in Rwanda. In Minor Natural and Cultural
Heritage Sites in East Africa, French Institute of Research in Africa (IFRA), Nairobi,
17-18 January, 2011 (Oral Presentation).
11.Professional Trainings/Workshops/Meetings
- 8th
- 9th
June 2017: “Participation to the Northern Corridor Integration Projects Human
Resource Capacity Building Strategy Validation Workshop”, Jomo Kenyatta University
of Agriculture and Technology - JKUAT”, Nairobi, Kenya.
5. 5
- 5th
– 6th
June 2017: “Presentation of the Comprehensive Skills Audit and the Draft of
Human Resource Capacity Building Strategy to the Regional Technical Oversight
Committee of the Northern Corridor Human Resource Capacity Building Cluster”,
Makerere, University, Kampala, Uganda.
- 29th
April – 5th
May 20167 "University of Rwanda – Sweden Program Annual Planning
Meeting", Lund, Sweden (a meeting organized by UR – Sweden Program for Research,
Higher Education, Institutional Advancement).
- 9th
– 13th
January 2017: "Landscape Management & Law Enforcement Regional
Technical Committee", Ihusa Hotel, Goma Town, Democratic Republic of Congo (a
meeting organized by Greater Virunga Transboundary Collaboration – GVTC).
- 14th
– 17th
November 2016: "27th
Annual Meeting of the World Academy of Sciences for
the Advancement of Science in Developing Countries ", Kigali Convention Centre,
Kigali, Rwanda.
- 21st
- 23rd
July 2013: "The 2016 Eastern Africa Land Administration Network - EALAN
Annual General Assembly and Conference", Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (a conference
organized by EALAN).
- 27th
June – 1st
July 2016: "ESRI International User Conference", San Diego-California,
USA (a conference organized by ESRI USA).
- 5th
– 12th
May 2016: "University of Rwanda – Sweden Program Annual Planning
Meeting", Gothenburg, Sweden (a meeting organized by UR – Sweden Program for
Research, Higher Education, Institutional Advancement).
- 24th
– 28th
January 2015: "Inception Workshop on strengthening the regional EALAN
network to build capacity in Land Administration and Land Governance in the Great
Lakes Region – NICHE/GLR/262", RCMRD – Nairobi, Kenya (a conference organized
by EALAN).
- 1st
– 10th
May 2015: "University of Rwanda – Sweden Program Annual Planning
Meeting", Uppsala, Sweden (a meeting organized by UR – Sweden Program for
Research, Higher Education, Institutional Advancement).
- 12th
– 16th
May 2014: "University of Rwanda – Sweden Program Annual Planning
Meeting", Linkoping, Sweden (a meeting organized by UR – Sweden Program for
Research, Higher Education, Institutional Advancement).
- 28th
– 30th
May 2014: “CAAST-Net Plus Regional Workshop on Climate Change”,
Sports View Hotel, Kigali
- 10th
– 14th
March 2014: "Household Economy Analysis (HEA) for Food Security
Analysis" (a training organized by USAID -FEWS NET in Musanze District, Rwanda)
(certificate).
- 30th
September – 11th
October 2013: "Project and Programme Management", Arusha,
Tanzania (a course conducted by MDF - ESA Training & Consultancy in
Arusha)(certificate).
- 7th
- 9th
August 2013: "Social Sciences Research Methods", Bujumbura, Burundi (a
workshop organized by RCEAR in collaboration with University of Burundi/Biology
Department)(certificate).
- 8th
- 12th
July 2013: "ESRI International User Conference", San Diego-California, USA
(a conference organized by ESRI USA).
- 15th
- 17th
May 2013: "Illegal Timber Trade in Greater Virunga", Lake View Hotel-
Entebbe, Uganda (a workshop organized by Greater Virunga Transboundary
Cooperation, GVTC).
- 9th
- 19th
December 2012: "Use of Geographic Technologies for Climate Change, Food
Security, and Agriculture, and of Professional Development of Fellow and Mentors",
RCMRD-Nairobi (a workshop organized by NASA-AAG under My Community, our
Earth SERVIR East Africa)(certificate).
- 3rd - 7th December 2012: “Use of Geographic Technologies for Planning and
Sustainable Development”, CGIS-NUR (a training workshop organized by EIS-Africa
and AAG) (certificate).
6. 6
- 17th
July – 10th
September 2010: ˝Education Programme on Climate Change and
Biodiversity Conservation in Albertine Rift˝, Institute of Resources
Assessment/University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (Sponsored by Pan-African START
and International START) (Certificate).
- 22th February – 5th March 2010: "Competing Claims on Natural Resources.
Professional Qualities for Managing Conflict in NRM towards Sustainable
Development", Wageningen/Netherlands, Wageningen UR Centre for Development
Innovation (Certificate).
- 23rd
November – 6th
December 2009: Training on “Wetlands Rapid Assessment
Procedure and Biodiversity Inventories of Lake Kivu Islands”, Butare and Lake Kivu
islands, UNESCO/NUR (Certificate).
- 17th
November 2009: Workshop for the “Establishment of the MAB National Committee
and Programme in Rwanda”, Kigali, Ninzi Hotel, REMA/RNCU.
- 5th
– 16th
October 2009: "Use of Low cost Earth Observation Data in Environment and
Climate Monitoring Applications", CGIS-NUR/ITC, Butare, Rwanda Certificate).
- 7th
– 17th
August 2008: Bergen Summer Research School “Global Development
Challenges: Rich and Poor Countries: Global History Matters”. University of Bergen,
Bergen/Norway (Certificate).
- 3rd
January – 31st
March 2006: Short course in “Geo-Information for Biodiversity
Conservation”, International Institute for Geo-information Science and Earth
Observation (ITC/Netherlands) (Certificate).
- 4th
– 8th
August 2003: Workshop on Ecotourism in Protected Areas of Sub-Saharan
Africa, Kigali, Novotel Hotel (Certificate).
12. Current Courses/Modules Taught
- Research Methodology: MSc Program in Geo-information Science for Environment and
Sustainable Development, School of Science/MSc in Water Resources and Environmental
Management/School of Engineering, College of Science and Technology, University of
Rwanda (since February 2017).
- Environment and Sustainable Development: MA Program in Development Studies,
College of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Rwanda (since June 2012).
- Environmental Governance: MSc Program in Geo-information Science for Environment
and Sustainable Development, School of Science, College of Science and Technology,
University of Rwanda (since July 2013).
- Community Conservation: MSc Program in Biodiversity Conservation and Natural
Resources Management, School of Science, College of Science and Technology,
University of Rwanda (since July 2011).
- Research Project for Environmental Management: 3rd
Year Environmental
Management Option, Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and
Technology, University of Rwanda (since January 2012).
- Geographical Thoughts and Approaches to Science: 2nd
Year, Department of
Geography, School of Science, College of Science and Technology, University of Rwanda
(since September 2008).
- Introduction to Physical Geography – Component of Climatology: 1st
Year,
Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and Technology,
University of Rwanda (since January 2013).
13. Curriculum Review
- 2008 – 2010: MSc in Geo-information Science for Environment and Sustainable
Development, Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and
Technology, University of Rwanda
7. 7
- 2014 – 2016: MSc in Geo-information Science for Land Administration, Centre for
Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing, College of Science and Technology,
University of Rwanda
14.PhD, MSc/MA Research Supervision
v Academic Year 2015 – 2016
ü Kayijamahe Birasa Charles: "Modelling Forest Fire Risk Using Remote Sensing
and GIS", MSc Thesis in Geo-information Science for Environment and
Sustainable Development at University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
ü Munyeshyaka Jean Damascene: "Understanding Socio-economic Vulnerability
of Smallhoder Farmers to Climate Variability Effects in Rwanda: Case Study of
Rubuvu and Nyaburiba Rice Farmers in Bugesera District", MSc Thesis in Geo-
information Science for Environment and Sustainable Development at University
of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
ü Ntaganira Jean Bosco: "Spatial and Temporal Dynamics of Green Spaces in
Rwanda: The Case of Kigali City", MSc Thesis in Geo-information Science for
Environment and Sustainable Development at University of Rwanda, Main
Supervisor.
ü Uwiragiye Anatole: "Impacts of Climate Change and Variability on Agricultural
Production in Rwanda: Case Study of Maize Production in Bahimba and
Bishenyi Wetlands", MA Thesis in Development Studies at University of
Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
ü Michel Niyonsenga: "Assessing Farmers’ Challenges towards Safety Measures
on Pesticide Use in Rwanda. Case Study of Vegatable Growers in Kamonyi
District", MA Thesis in Development Studies at University of Rwanda, Main
Supervisor.
ü Akanyana Sharon: "Assessing Knowlege and Skills of Smallholder Farmers on
the Effects of Chemical Fertilizers on Local Environment in Rwanda. Case Study
of COVEMABA Cooperative Members in Rulindo District", MA Thesis in
Development Studies at University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
v Academic Year 2014 – 2015
ü Ndikubwimana Jean Baptiste: "Analyzing the Conflict related to Natural
Resources Management in Rwanda: Case Study of the Protected Area of
Akagesera National Park in the Eastern Province" PhD Program in Human
Rights at University of Nairobi, Co-supervisor.
ü Nyiransabimana Aloysie: "Socio-economic and Environmental Impacts of
Mining Sector on Local Livelihoods in Rwanda. A Case Study of Karenge Sector
in Rwamagana District", MA Thesis in Development Studies at University of
Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
ü Ngandahayo Venant: "Assessment of Major Challenges faced by Local
Government Authorities in Implementing Villagisation Policy in Rwanda: Case
Study of Kimonyi and Kinigi Sectors in Musanze District", MA Thesis in
Development Studies at University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
ü Ndayiragije Bertin: "Urbanization Process as a Major Factor of Rural
Transformation in Rwanda: The Case of Kibeho Centre in Nyaruguru District",
MA Thesis in Development Studies at University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
v Academic Year 2013 – 2014
ü Uwamariya Olive: "The Socio-economic Impact of Rural Electrification in
Rwanda: Case Study of Kibeho Sector in Nyaruguru District", MA Thesis in
Development Studies at University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
8. 8
ü Kabanda Robert: "Tourism as a Tool for Sustainable Development in Rwanda:
Case Study of Poverty Alleviation around Volcanoes National Park - VNP", MA
Thesis in Development Studies at University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
v Academic Year 2011 – 2012
ü Musana Abel: "Changes in Crop-raiding by Primates and Conservation
Implications: The Case of Mountain Goriallas (Gorilla berengei berengei) at
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda ", MSc Thesis in Biodiversity Conservation at
former National University of Rwanda, Co-Supervisor.
ü Ishimwe Yvonne: "Assessment of Integration of Indigenous People in
Conservation of Protected Areas in Rwanda: The Case of Batwa Community
Groups Around Volcanoes National Park (VNP) ", MSc Thesis in Biodiversity
Conservation at former National University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
ü Mukanyandwi Marie Claire: "Challenges and Opportunities in Managing Urban
Green Spaces in Kigali City, Rwanda ", MSc Thesis in Biodiversity
Conservation at former National University of Rwanda, Main Supervisor.
15.External Examination
January 2014: MSc Thesis of Mr. Vincent Kayigema "An Assessment of Girinka (One
Cow per Poor Family) Program and Poverty Alleviation in Rwanda". University of
Kwazulu-Natal, College of Agriculture, Engeneering and Science.
16. International Networking
- October 2010 – to date: Associate Researcher at Pau University - France
- March 2012 – to date: Research Collaborator with Makerere University - Uganda
- October 2011 – to date: Research Collaborator with Ardhi University - Tanzania
- October 2011 – to date: Research Collaborator with Lund University - Sweden
- March 2011 – to date: Research Collaborator with Royal Institute of Technology –
(KTH) - Sweden
- March 2012 – to date: Research Collaborator with Antioch University New England -
USA
14. Memberships
- January 2016 – to date: Member of Eastern Africa Land Administration Network
(EALAN)
- September 2015 – to date: Member of the Human Resource Capacity Building Cluster
of the Northern Corridor Integration Projects (NCIPs).
- 2012 – To date: Member of Association of American Geographers (AAG)
- 2012- To date: Member of Environmental Information System-Africa (EIS-Africa)
- June 2010 - To date: Member of the Landscape Management Committee - Greater
Virunga Transboundary Collaboration (GVTC), UR Representative
15. Research Interests
- Natural Resources Management (especially lands, wetlands and protected areas)
- Environment (built and unbuilt environment0
- Climate Change Effects on Agricultural Production and Food Security
- Various applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing
(RS)
16. Contact Persons
ü Dr. Emmanuel Havugimana, Head of Department of Geography, School of Science,
College of Science and Technology, University of Rwanda (Phone: Email:
e.havugimana@ur.ac.rw or manuhavuga@gmail.com).
ü Dr. Denis Rugege, Senior Consultant for UNDP at Rwanda Environment Management
Authority – REMA (Email: denis.rugege@gmail.com or denis.rugege@undp.org).
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ü Prof. Petter Pilesjo, Full Professor, Director of GIS Centre, Lund University, Sweden (E-
mail: petter.pilesjo@gis.lu.se).
17. Certification
I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, these data correctly describe
me, my qualifications and my experience.
Done at Huye, 29th
July 2017
Gaspard Rwanyiziri (PhD)