Dr. C.A. Masao is a lecturer, researcher and consultant employed by the University of Dar es Salaam, Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA) since 2005. Dr. Masao is an expert in Biodiversity Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, nature conservation, ecosystem services, climate change & tropical ecosystems management. Dr C.A. Masao has taken part in several assignments that relates to her expertise including: Environmental Impact Assessments, Policy and advocacy training needs assessment and development of a capacity building plan and training.