SADISU SADIQUE
KUMASI
Summary
A Geospatial Scientist and Urban Planner with 10 years of industry experience. Utilizes strong communication abilities and keen observational skills to effectively analyze complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights. Recognized as a talented tutor with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development. Committed to delivering high-quality results, attention to detail, and continuous improvement for project success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time Lecturer (Department of Planning)
University for Development Studies
2024.02 - Current
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
Part-Time Tutor (Department of Computer Science)
Tamale Technical University
2021.12 - Current
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Marking and submitting examination results
Head of Physical Planning Department
Local Government Service (Tamale Metro)
2021.09 - Current
- General Physical Planning Administration within the Metropolis
- Coordinate Physical Planning activities of all Departments in the Metropolis including all Utility providers, Water and Sanitation, Health and Education Sectors.
- Public Education on existing planning laws, rules and regulations as well as land acquisition and Building/Development permitting procedures
- Render technical advice on planning related issues to Management as well as provision of planning services.
- Organizing periodic Technical Sub-Committee and Statutory Planning Committee Meetings for the approval of all Development/Building Permit applications in the Metropolis.
- Preparation of Spatial Development Framework, Structure Plan and Local Plans for the spatial management of the Metropolis.
- Preliminary land surveys, data collection, analysis and report writing to inform future spatial planning within the Metropolis.
- Conducting Site Suitability Analysis and Reporting on certain key proposed projects (e.g. fuel filling stations, hotel, etc.) to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)- a requirement for issuance or otherwise of Environmental Permit by EPA.
Head of Physical Planning Department
Local Government Service (Kassena Nankana)
2016.01 - 2021.08
- ·General Physical Planning Administration within the Kassena Nankana Municipality
- Coordinate Physical Planning activities of all Departments in the Municipality including all Utility providers, Water and Sanitation, Health and Education Sectors.
- Public Education on existing planning laws, rules and regulations as well as land acquisition and Building/Development permitting procedures
- Render technical planning advice and various forms of planning services to management and key among them is in revenue mobilization.
- Organizing periodic Technical Sub-Committee and Statutory Planning Committee Meetings for the approval of all Development/Building Permit applications in the Municipality.
- Preparation of Spatial Development Framework, Structure Plan and Local Plans for the spatial management of the Municipality.
- Preliminary land surveys, data collection, analysis and report writing to inform future spatial planning within the Municipality.
- Conducting Site Suitability Analysis and Reporting on certain key proposed projects (e.g. fuel filling stations, hotel, etc.) to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)- a requirement for issuance or otherwise of Environmental Permit by EPA.
Town and Country Planning Department
Ministry Of Environment Science And Technology
2014.01 - 2015.12
- Directly assisting the Regional Director in the day to day running of the regional office
- Responsible for the compilation of quarterly reports for onward submission to the Head Office of the Land Use and Spatial Planning Authority
- Acting Municipal Physical Planning Officer for Kassena Nankana Municipality under the direct supervision of the Regional Director
- Lead Officer in the Implementation of Street Naming and Property Addressing in four Districts directly under the care of the Regional Director
- Coordinating of physical planning activities of all the Districts within the Upper East Region
Town and Country Planning Department
National Service Scheme (Offinso)
2011.11 - 2012.10
- Assist in the preparation of Strategic Environmental Assessment Report on the Medium Term Development (2010-2013)
- Conducting research works to facilitate effective Rezoning of current Land Use to other uses.
- Spearhead the organization of educational programs to sensitize residents on the functions of the Physical Planning Department
- Compilation of monthly reports to cover the activities of the Department and performs other administrative duties.
Education
Master of Science - GeoInformation Science
University of Ghana (Legon)
Accra Ghana08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Settlement Planning
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi Ghana06.2011
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Results oriented
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Accomplishments
- As the head of Physical Planning in the Tamale Metropolis, increased the Internally Generated Fund (IGF) of the Physical Planning Department by over 300% in just two years using modern GIS tools and techniques.
- As a Consultant, carried out Spatial Facilities Mapping for Bolgatanga and Bawku Municipality under the Ghana Secondary Cities Support Program in 2020 and 2021 with funding from world bank.
Affiliations
- A Corporate member of Ghana Institute of Planner
- A corporate member of Ghana Geospatial Society
- Ghana National Association of Physical Planners
Timeline
Part Time Lecturer (Department of Planning)
University for Development Studies
2024.02 - Current
Part-Time Tutor (Department of Computer Science)
Tamale Technical University
2021.12 - Current
Head of Physical Planning Department
Local Government Service (Tamale Metro)
2021.09 - Current
Head of Physical Planning Department
Local Government Service (Kassena Nankana)
2016.01 - 2021.08
Town and Country Planning Department
Ministry Of Environment Science And Technology
2014.01 - 2015.12
Town and Country Planning Department
National Service Scheme (Offinso)
2011.11 - 2012.10
Master of Science - GeoInformation Science
University of Ghana (Legon)
Bachelor of Science - Human Settlement Planning
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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