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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Develop strategies and work plans to enable residents and a broad range of internal and external stakeholder participation in the planning, decision making and evaluation processes related to community revitalization or renewal projects• Manage stakeholder relations throughout relocation process with revitalization communities• Develop and implement communication plans including key messages and manages distribution processes of communication materials including flyers, posters, newsletters, bulletin, website, etc.• Build and nurture an environment that supports staff to achieve business results, provide excellent customer service, effective decision-making, lead healthy lifestyles and maintain a safe workplace• Develop work plans, tools, resources, evaluation plans, reports, and processes for teamwork to implement and monitor a range of initiatives• Lead staff team to meet key performance indicators, service standards, unit wide outcomes, business processes and reporting requirements and take corrective action when needed• Supervise the day to day operation of all assigned staff including the scheduling, assigning and reviewing of work

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Developed, coordinate and implement solutions in response to community emergencies such as violent crimes, health threats, large scale housing maintenance or tenancy at-risk issues • Coordinated third party service provision from a broad range of health and social service providers to promote inter-sectoral linkages• Provided timely and quality services including but not limited to case management, crisis intervention, housing support, counseling and peer support programs. • Promoted community resident leadership, advocacy and skills development in adults and youth and support the advancement of local informal and formal resident organizations with mandates to connect neighbours and contribute to their communities. • Promoted the needs and interests of ethno-racial and economically diverse residents and ensure these interests are integrated in the planning, development and implementation of local plans to support healthy, engaged and inclusive neighbourhoods.

350 Victoria St, Toronto, On M5B 2K3

• Deliver lectures, seminars and tutorials using both online or in class delivery methods • Support students in an advisory capacity and assess assigned coursework • Supported students as they established program proposal components such as logic models, program outcomes, needs assessments, grant proposals, literature reviews and budgets • Monitor and accurately document the academic progress of students using the D2L software • Provide an effective learning environment, academic leadership and academic counseling to students

Greater Toronto Area

• Provide assessment of critical change opportunities, strategic vision, research and business design solutions for entrepreneurs, small to medium size non & for profit businesses using best practice consulting tools and methodologies • Provide drafting services such as proposals, contracts, reports, grants, research and recommendations for organizational issues • Event Coordination with ability to determine event scope and target audiences, develop project plans and schedules, coordinate staff and resource requirements, and manage event logistics and associated budgets• Possess strong project management, analytical and troubleshooting skills with the demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment • Participate in industry forums, panel discussions, networking events and continuing education courses to stay abreast of strategic imperatives, best practices and ensure sustained professional acumen growth• Provide strategic career, financial, life planning solutions to emerging professionals• Guarantee exceptional professionalism with a 100% refund policy if client expectations are not achieved

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Provide an effective learning environment, academic leadership and academic counseling to students• Evaluate student progress and achievement focusing on experiential and project-based learning activities • Consult with program coordinator, course lead and other faculty members to facilitate exceptional program and curriculum implementation standards• Provide students with direction, feedback and clarification based on established field practicum criteria

Toronto

CivicAction’s DiverseCity Fellows program is one of North America’s top programs for rising leaders who are interested in urban issues and impacting change. This year-long program exposes participants to important regional issues, provides opportunities for personal leadership development and helps them grow a strong network of civic-minded peers across sectors. It also provides access to the region’s top influencers and a unique platform for community-focused action.

Toronto, Canada Area

•Review performance history of assigned accounts and help develop and implement fundraising strategies •Develop professional business-centered relationships with assigned accounts in order to understand and respond to their specific needs and to help optimize campaign strategy and implementation•Monitor and support accounts and campaign volunteers to ensure outstanding customer service and to optimize results based on campaign goals and objectives•Attend campaign activities and deliver presentations/training's to inform and inspire stakeholders to increase giving and engagement•Prepare progress reports, provide campaign recommendations and ensure updated information is maintained in a secure database

1200 Markham Road

• Conduct comprehensive youth assessments by methods such as interviewing, obtaining relevant information in order to formulate interventions and coordinate referrals in accordance with provincially mandated practice standards• Advocate on behalf of youth with respect to accessing services or other supports while attempting to navigate varying service system resources (i.e. School Enrolment, Ontario Works, etc.)• Perform administrative duties by maintaining volunteer client records and outreach statistics• Maintain current knowledge of legislation, community services, resources, agency policies and various trends affecting service delivery • Work collaboratively with service providers, health care practitioners, school board personnel, police and all adult allies to provide effective wraparound approach to service delivery

Scarborough, On

• Maintained professional and accurate client files and monthly reports in accordance with program and agency requirements, including all documentation, client activities, registration, assessment, case notes, work action plans, exit and follow-ups• Provided culturally sensitive employment services including intake assistance, one-on-one employment counseling, job search training and referrals to other community services• Provided direct support and assistance to clients in the areas of resume writing, interview preparation, job search strategies and other employment/career related topics• Engaged youth and their families to identify needs, aspirations, skills and services needed as well as barriers to accessing these services

• Identified target markets, researched competition, and managed product launches • Developed content for direct mail, telesales, field sales, media advertising, tradeshows, and website• Developed and implemented new strategies to meet the goals and objectives of the department with the help of marketing manager• Prepared materials to assist marketing coordinators in campaign launches

Scarborough

• Built and maintained excellent rapport with participants, parents and camp counselors• Executed various administrative responsibilities and maintained accurate financial records • Supported in the recruitment, training and direct supervision of over 40 camp counsellors and volunteers • Delivered effective social-recreational, leadership and life skills curricula for a culturally diverse community of campers

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Ma

Faculty Of Community Services

Diploma