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Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Oversaw member recruitment initiatives, identifying and engaging new membership communities to foster diverse and inclusive participation.• Developed and executed digital engagement strategies, enhancing LWF's online presence through content creation, social media management, and website contributions.• Led event planning and delivery, including member-engagement events and fundraising campaigns, to strengthen community connections and support.

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Spearheaded the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies in collaboration with the Executive Director and team members, aligning efforts with organizational goals to enhance community well-being.• Conducted extensive research to identify potential grant opportunities, leading to the preparation and submission of compelling grant proposals. Managed the entire grant lifecycle, ensuring compliance with guidelines and deadlines.• Cultivated and maintained relationships with a diverse range of donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, through effective communication and appreciation initiatives.• Led the Small Grants program and Housing Fix up program, overseeing application review, fund distribution, and engagement with organizations and homeowners to support community projects.• Evaluated the effectiveness of fundraising strategies and community programs, analyzing data to identify areas for improvement.

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Led the Green Team, managing community garden sites and leading initiatives like the yardwork program. These efforts contributed to the promotion of urban green spaces and sustainable community development.• Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance green spaces within the community. This involved working closely with local experts and community members to identify opportunities for environmental improvement and advocacy.• Collaborated closely with the City of Winnipeg and other stakeholders for redevelopment and maintenance projects, harmonizing community objectives with urban planning.• Organized, facilitated, and provided administrative support for various community committees, maintaining close interactions with stakeholders, government officials, and community residents.• Managed program budgets, prepared progress reports, and conducted evaluations to ensure optimized service delivery.

Ontario, Canada

• Co-ordinated with other tree planters and crew leaders for precise and efficient tree planting, paying particular attention to the spacing, type of land, type of trees, and depth.• Kept a record of the type and number of trees planted in a specific area and the production total at the end of the workday.• Helped with camp setup, maintenance, and takedown between and during contracts.• Gained in-depth working knowledge of the forestry and reforestation industries of Canada.

India

• Researched and prepared a list of ongoing and upcoming construction projects and sent cover letters, proposals, and MoUs to introduce various green rating systems to potential clients.• Communicated with current and potential clients about their construction projects and the prospects of green building in them.• Drafted letters to various governmental agencies to register towns and cities under the IGBC Green Cities rating system. Additionally, proposed state governments to incentivize green building practices in their regions.• Designed creatives like banners, explanatory videos, flyers, presentations, and newsletters for the official IGBC pages.

Virtual

• Learned about the Fijian culture, UN Sustainable Development goals, Fiji’s National Development Plan, and some of Fiji’s most prominent environmental issues through learning modules.• Designed environmental policy integrating climate change measures into policies and strategies. • Gained insight on environmental projects through NGOs, business, government, and academic advisors.

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Consistently provided outstanding customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction.• Managed and updated store inventory, ensuring product availability and current pricing for customers.• Mentored and coached new team members on store procedures, equipment handling, and delivering premium customer service in line with company standards.• Played a key role in a team-driven, two-month renovation project, enhancing store layouts and aesthetics across five locations in Winnipeg.