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I support the School of Graduate Studies’ Vice Dean, Programs and Vice Dean, Students in the administration of academic policy and regulations in relation to academic integrity, continuity, admissions and recruitment. My front-line responsibilities include addressing queries from applicants, current students, and faculty/staff regarding SGS matters.

I supported five high-level faculty and industry partner committees who are responsible for curricular development and implementation of University and Faculty policies. I took a lead in communication with various stakeholders and routinely developed complex reports that support the Faculty governance process for approving curricular development.

Created and consult on strategic plan for annual event expenses and budgets, including capital asset spending.Established budgets, reviewed locations, and chose venues. Produce Post Event Evaluations summarizing attendance, figure raised, improvement on logistics.Synchronized client's vision with realistic opportunities through pragmatic solutions.Evaluated registration feasibility and made recommendations for attendance, event logistics, briefing reports to senior administration… Show more Created and consult on strategic plan for annual event expenses and budgets, including capital asset spending.Established budgets, reviewed locations, and chose venues. Produce Post Event Evaluations summarizing attendance, figure raised, improvement on logistics.Synchronized client's vision with realistic opportunities through pragmatic solutions.Evaluated registration feasibility and made recommendations for attendance, event logistics, briefing reports to senior administration, planning committees and/or distinctive invitees.Prepared initial concept proposals, progress reports, and post-event quality control.Managed communication material, registration progress, logistics - food/venue/staff.Brainstormed creative concepts; budgetary spending, décor, gratuities.Seamlessly orchestrated events, with budgets of up to $50,000 for up to 450 VIP attendees. Ensured best rates by skillfully negotiating with suppliers and vendors to fulfill budgetary & logistical needs.Successfully developed and on-the-spot contingency plans in case of adverse conditions. Led teams of more than 50 members for large-scale events, controlled staffing and venue communication and coordination, and Conceived and implemented processes around better data management and integrity, and hence raised overall efficiency of the database with respect to event supportSelected events: Public/private gift announcements, class reunions, chapter/ association initiatives, annual homecoming. Show less

Responsible for the monthly maintenance & reconciliation of the unit's operation budget and related expenses.Maintenance and reconciliation of payroll for 45 employees.Production of monthly caller tally reports.Coordination and supervision of student office support.Supervised out bound calling sessions for Events Department during daytime.Coordinated the 2006 direct mail campaign (15, 000+ recipients) for the Annual Campaign.Coordinated the Inter-University Loan Transfer… Show more Responsible for the monthly maintenance & reconciliation of the unit's operation budget and related expenses.Maintenance and reconciliation of payroll for 45 employees.Production of monthly caller tally reports.Coordination and supervision of student office support.Supervised out bound calling sessions for Events Department during daytime.Coordinated the 2006 direct mail campaign (15, 000+ recipients) for the Annual Campaign.Coordinated the Inter-University Loan Transfer of several pieces of artwork.Cooperated with the Records Department to redefine and simplify the records unit procedures. Show less

Provided accurate event registration with proprietary software (SLQ Banner) and provided assistance at events.Provide training for new recruits; coordinated clerical tasks for junior staffCoordinated and directed logistics for onsite registration, payment & trackingCoordinated volunteer and temporary staff, pre-event & onsiteOrganized event kits: attendance lists & related documents, nametags, cash float etc. Created detailed comparative reports on… Show more Provided accurate event registration with proprietary software (SLQ Banner) and provided assistance at events.Provide training for new recruits; coordinated clerical tasks for junior staffCoordinated and directed logistics for onsite registration, payment & trackingCoordinated volunteer and temporary staff, pre-event & onsiteOrganized event kits: attendance lists & related documents, nametags, cash float etc. Created detailed comparative reports on suppliers.Created strategic analytical questionnaire for service qualification and standardization/procedures.Compiled critical research for interuniversity services/supplies and infrastructure to reduce cost and optimize access to available services.Managed payroll for casual staff.Controlled unit's expenses and produced financial reports. Show less