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Beyond City Beats Co-Founder
Mar. 2024Ottawa, Ontario, Canada- Part of the driving force behind the inception of Beyond City Beats, a fresh new initiative dedicated to nurturing connections and fostering growth within Ottawa's thriving underground dance music community.
- Conducted market survey and analysis of needs of the local underground dance music scene in Ottawa.
- Organize, implement and host and/or facilitate workshops, panel discussions and networking events for local DJs, music producers, event promoters and creatives.
- Manage social media promotions and event logistics for events.
Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions CanadaContracting Officer
Jan. 2023 - Jul. 2024Ottawa, Ontario, Canada• Manage the contracting process, including: aiding in the development of the Statement of Work (SOW), developing the evaluation criteria, creating the Request for Proposal (RFP) using relevant clauses, awarding contracts and contract management; • Provide guidance and support to OSFI clients on the preparation of documentation linked to procurement and contracting needs (e.g. applicable regulations and policies; requisitions; statements of work; mandatory vehicles; evaluation criteria; specifications; sole source justifications; etc.); • Issue Task Authorizations against Task Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS) awarded contracts, issue contract amendments for a variety of professional service contracts • Post Advance Contract Award Notices (ACAN) and Notice of Proposed Procurement (NPP) on the Government Electronic Tendering System (GETS); • Interpret and apply Federal Government procurement and contracting and policies and procedures; • Review requests for contract amendments, assess the potential impact on budget and schedule, recommend the appropriate change(s) to the contract and process contract amendments; • Review contracts and agreements awarded for goods and services to ensure that: all appropriate terms and conditions have been included to protect OSFI, are consistent with mandatory templates and adhere to established policies and procedures; • Advise management and clients regarding appropriate procurement strategies by considering all relevant factors; • Participate in negotiations with suppliers regarding modifications to standard contract terms and conditions, as well as regarding disputes related to the procurement of services; • Develop and maintain knowledge of current and applicable regulations, directives, legislation, guidelines and policies related to procurement and contracting for goods and services in order to maintain a consistent approach.
Scouts CanadaAssociate Director, Program Support
Jan. 2020 - May. 2022Ottawa, Canada AreaThe Program Support team exists to support and enable these volunteers to deliver high quality programming though development opportunities, join-in events, third party courses, and dedicated coaching. As a leader of the Program Support functional team, I collaborated with senior volunteers from Scouts Canada (Commissioners) to manage a remote team of Program Support Managers across Canada. I was responsible for overseeing the national Scouter Development strategy, which was enhanced through the use of our Learning Management System. I also managed the national deployment of experiential learning workshops for volunteers and deployed a national team of Program Support Scouters to provide enhanced coaching to Section Scouters in order to improve the delivery of Scouts Canada's program, The Canadian Path. Additionally, I provided subject matter expertise in the development and upkeep of related standards, procedures, and best practices. My ultimate goal was to build the Scouting Community by ensuring that Section Scouters had access to learning opportunities that would support and enhance their ability to facilitate a high-quality and safe Scouting program.
Scouts CanadaE-Learning Specialist
Mar. 2015 - Jan. 2020Ottawa, Canada AreaScouts Canada promises youth, parents and the community at large that “It Starts with Scouts”. Scouts aims to provide youth with opportunities to experience new things and develop into capable and well-rounded individuals. Located in Ottawa, the National Office administers the National activities of Scouts Canada as well as providing support to over 20 regional centers representing more than 100,000 youth members and adult volunteers across Canada. As the e-Learning Specialist at Scouts Canada, I worked closely with the Director of Scouting Experience, the Program Team, and subject matter experts to design, develop, implement, and evaluate online learning. I served as the Project Manager for the implementation of a new Brightspace LMS for 20,000+ staff and volunteers across Canada. My responsibilities included management of the LMS platform, training and coaching users, and responding to any questions or issues. I also implemented new ideas and processes to improve the engagement and efficiency of teams, such as using Smartsheet. I designed and developed engaging and interactive e-Learning modules using Adobe Captivate and other tools that achieved a high transfer of knowledge. I completed ongoing training needs analysis and created a training development plan focused on the needs of staff and volunteers. I created and edited audio, video, graphic, and supporting material assets. Additionally, I produced Online Support Centre articles and systematic tutorials for accessing learning, and developed measurement and evaluation tools.
ThinkPrimal.comMaster Web Specialist, E-Learning Development & Marketing Project Coordinator
Oct. 2011 - Aug. 2014Ottawa, Canada AreaIn this role, I managed website development projects for various clients, including BioTalent, MemoryPower, Parent Learning Club, and Higher Brain Living. I developed e-Learning courses that taught successful writing for the web skills, social media marketing, and search engine optimization. I was responsible for course content research, content development, and strategically storyboarding modules and course outlines. I developed a strong working knowledge of e-Learning development software Adobe Captivate and gained experience in Moodle LMS set-up and online learning portal development. I also developed websites using WordPress and Drupal, and created email marketing campaigns using Infusionsoft.
Hitachi Capital (UK) PLCLearning and Development Coordinator
Sep. 2010 - Jun. 2011Leeds, United KingdomMy role consisted of being the first point of contact for all course enquires, training materials, developing and managing e-learning training modules and training schedules for the Learning and Development department. I managed the full training schedule for internal, external and B2B L&D Officers. I have had the opportunity to delivery training sessions including Inductions for new starters, Retailer training to our clients and Performance Management Workshops for internal staff. I also helped design and develop E-Learning Training Modules using Seminar 7.3 for new Legislation Training. E-Learning Modules were required for both internal staff and our Retailer Clients who sell our financing services. I was also responsible for designing an Assessment tool using SurveyMonkey to test the understanding of the Regulations and created reports outlining which delegates have successfully completed the E-Learning modules.
Wildlife Habitat CanadaMarketing and Communications
Mar. 2009 - Jul. 2009My primary responsibilities were to assist with communication and marketing. I participated in projects related to the design and production of brochures, press releases, website design and the organization of a community event. I also assisted with the retail aspects of the Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp and Limited Edition Print programs.
neuroLanguage CorporationMarketing Co-ordinator
Jan. 2009 - Mar. 2009
market2world communicationsSocial Media Intern
Jun. 2007 - Sep. 2007I had the oportunity to experience creating various social media outreach strategies for tech companies all over Canada. Using social media communities, incluing blogs, the team and I looked for ways to promote our clients within their target markets.
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