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Vienna, Austria

- Assess and understand entrepreneurs’ brands and business goals - Research brands’ audiences, clients, and peers- Strategize impactful visual and written communication efforts- Lead clients through photoshoot process, keeping them informed of key dates and deadlines, assigning tasks, and following up to stay on track- Project manage photoshoots; coordinate with clients, vendors, and venues- Understand and employ effective marketing principles - Knowledge of design… Show more - Assess and understand entrepreneurs’ brands and business goals - Research brands’ audiences, clients, and peers- Strategize impactful visual and written communication efforts- Lead clients through photoshoot process, keeping them informed of key dates and deadlines, assigning tasks, and following up to stay on track- Project manage photoshoots; coordinate with clients, vendors, and venues- Understand and employ effective marketing principles - Knowledge of design principles and visual communication; proficiency with design programs, such as the Adobe Creative Suite and Canva - Understand and implement SEO practices for blog content- Learn and incorporate innovative strategies for content and marketing, including ChatGPT Show less

• Coordinate the ongoing development and implementation of the ministry's Constable Selection System• Conduct research, analysis and evaluations• Develop recommendations for ministry policies and programs relating to the engagement, selection and assessment of police constable candidates• Work with policing stakeholders and subject matter experts to gain their input on a range of issues and practices related police recruitment

• Make analyses and recommendations regarding priorities, program scope and design for ministry management approval• Research, develop and implement strategic initiatives, policies and programs to support program and legislative changes• Respond to information requests from ministry management, staff and external stakeholders • Create and participate in the development of option papers and cabinet submissions• Lead projects for strategic and operational program… Show more • Make analyses and recommendations regarding priorities, program scope and design for ministry management approval• Research, develop and implement strategic initiatives, policies and programs to support program and legislative changes• Respond to information requests from ministry management, staff and external stakeholders • Create and participate in the development of option papers and cabinet submissions• Lead projects for strategic and operational program development/evaluation • Consult with colleagues within the ministry, other ministries / jurisdictions and stakeholders to Identify emerging trends, best practices, coordinate policy and programs• Participate as a member of various internal and external committees and working groups Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Provide expert, strategic advice to senior management and staff on complex, time-sensitive projects, programs and issues associated to the Private Security and Investigative Services Act (PSISA) and the private security and investigative services industry• Prepare and present specialized briefings and presentations on options and recommendations to Ministry senior executives in support of decision-making processes• Lead project teams and liaise with internal ministerial partners as… Show more • Provide expert, strategic advice to senior management and staff on complex, time-sensitive projects, programs and issues associated to the Private Security and Investigative Services Act (PSISA) and the private security and investigative services industry• Prepare and present specialized briefings and presentations on options and recommendations to Ministry senior executives in support of decision-making processes• Lead project teams and liaise with internal ministerial partners as well as external stakeholders, vendors, ministries and jurisdictions• Develop partnerships and consult with stakeholders on a range of inter-jurisdictional projects and initiatives• Develop, implement and evaluate policies and programs in collaboration with intra-ministerial partners to ensure mutual goals are met• Put forward expert and strategic recommendations on policy and program options• Plan and conduct complex qualitative and quantitative research and analysis• Plan and conduct policy and program design and evaluation Show less

Toronto, Ontario

• Provide strategic advice to management on time-sensitive projects, programs and issues associated to the Private Security and Investigative Services Act 2005 (PSISA) and the private security and investigative services industry• Provide contract management with external service providers to ensure mutual goals are met for mandated Branch initiatives• Liaise with ministerial and external stakeholders• Undertake thorough analysis and present options/recommendations for the… Show more • Provide strategic advice to management on time-sensitive projects, programs and issues associated to the Private Security and Investigative Services Act 2005 (PSISA) and the private security and investigative services industry• Provide contract management with external service providers to ensure mutual goals are met for mandated Branch initiatives• Liaise with ministerial and external stakeholders• Undertake thorough analysis and present options/recommendations for the development of PSISB program files• Employ interpersonal skills and relationship management by maintaining relationships with other ministries to ensure an integrated approach to policy and program development• Demonstrate excellent communication skills through the preparation of a variety of materials, including briefing packages, reports, correspondence, presentations, and communications products • Support Branch priorities through effective management of multiple projects Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Lead issues management and knowledge management for the Branch on key government initiatives related to private security and investigative services;• Work closely with Branch stakeholders and MCSCS Communications to resolve issues;• Provide advice, analysis, and research in response to issues identified by stakeholders, vendors, service providers and the private security industry;• Provide advice to the senior executive team on policy and program issues and trends through the… Show more • Lead issues management and knowledge management for the Branch on key government initiatives related to private security and investigative services;• Work closely with Branch stakeholders and MCSCS Communications to resolve issues;• Provide advice, analysis, and research in response to issues identified by stakeholders, vendors, service providers and the private security industry;• Provide advice to the senior executive team on policy and program issues and trends through the development of comprehensive briefing packages, reports, notes and correspondence;• Respond to FOI requests and correspondence from MPPs, executive offices, and the public Show less

Ottawa, Ontario

• Guide students in the completion of assignments• Assess assignments, using critical reasoning and sound judgement• Make myself available for discussion and feedback with students following return of assignments; answer any questions they may have, either by email or in a meeting.Courses: • CRM 1300, Introduction to Criminology; • CRM 2300, Criminal Justice and Penal Norm; • CRM 2305, Police in Modern Society

• Conducted an independent research project on the consistency and types of enforcement used• Ability to structure and carry out a qualitative content analysis• Incorporated both qualitative and quantitative data into a final report showing analysis and next steps• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines• Collaborated with coworkers and management

• Ability to effectively research and analyze data and policy information• Balanced competing priorities and managed deadlines• Worked independently and in collaboration with coworkers and management

• Assisted caseworkers in the management and completion of casework by setting up and managing case files, retrieving police files from the Ottawa Police Service, updating contact information for clients and Crown and defence counsel, delivering case updates to counsel, and providing useful insight on cases• Interacted with victims and offenders in an empathic manner, without prejudice or judgement• Interacted with lawyers, judges and courthouse employees in a professional manner•… Show more • Assisted caseworkers in the management and completion of casework by setting up and managing case files, retrieving police files from the Ottawa Police Service, updating contact information for clients and Crown and defence counsel, delivering case updates to counsel, and providing useful insight on cases• Interacted with victims and offenders in an empathic manner, without prejudice or judgement• Interacted with lawyers, judges and courthouse employees in a professional manner• Attended meetings in order to record outcomes of client meetings, including taking notes and engaging with supervisors on next steps Show less

Master'S Degree, Criminology

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) Honours, Criminal Justice And Public Policy; Anthropology

Activities and Societies: Criminal Justice and Public Policy Society (2009-2011), Student Help and Advocacy Centre (2009-2011)

Education record