Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer (City Manager)

• Feb 2019 - Present

Executive Assistant to the Mayor and CAO Executive Assistant to the Mayor and CAO

Executive Assistant to CEO & Community Relations Coordinator

• Dec 2017 - Feb 2019

Constituency Assistant at Government of British Columbia

• Jul 2017 - Dec 2017

* Managed the MLA’s schedule, completed expense reports; composed and prepared correspondence, travel plans, itineraries, and agendas * Represented the MLA at official events/engagements *Met with community groups, stake holders, government agencies and constituents on behalf of the MLA and project manage community outreach events *Provided research & advocacy for constituents * Tracked, managed and responded to inquiries through emails, letters and phone calls, and referred inquirers when necessary * Managed media requests, social media, website and constituency office financial accounts Show less

Executive Assistant to the CEO

• Apr 2016 - Jul 2017

*Managed CEO's calendar of appointments; completed expense reports; composed and prepared correspondence; travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiled documents for travel-related meetings *Communicated directly, and on behalf of the President and CEO, with Board members *Researched, prioritized, and followed up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determined appropriate course of action, referral, or response *Provided a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO's office and internal departments; demonstrated leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff *Board Support and Liaison: served as the President's administrative liaison to Variety's board members; assisted board members with travel arrangements & lodging as needed; maintained discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all board members *Senior Management Liaison: participated as an adjunct member of the Executive Team including assisting in scheduling meetings and attending all meetings; assisted in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and off-sites, and all staff meetings *HR: included drafting & posting job openings and employment contracts, gathering information on new applicants, contacting references, and informing employees of their hiring status; on boarding & orientation of new hires *Successful with grant application/proposals Show less

Project Coordinator & Construction Site Supervisor

• Sep 2014 - Apr 2016

*Coordinated and scheduled all trades; worked with City of Surrey inspectors to ensure each stage of construction met city guidelines *Ordered materials as required *Performed accounting duties and issued pay checks for partners/trades/vendors and employees *Supervised a construction site of 14 homes under the general manager/owner operator of the company *Coordinated and scheduled all trades; worked with City of Surrey inspectors to ensure each stage of construction met city guidelines *Ordered materials as required *Performed accounting duties and issued pay checks for partners/trades/vendors and employees *Supervised a construction site of 14 homes under the general manager/owner operator of the company

Community Development & Information Officer

• Jun 2013 - Sep 2014

* Processed applications and verified credentials/transcripts, processed and verifed Criminal Record Checks and relevant experience for The Registry of Autism Service Providers managed by ACT on behalf of The Ministry of Children and Family Development * Was responsible for creating awareness of autism and ACT’s services within the South Asian community via community events, South Asian media, and social media * Provided families and service providers from across BC with research, information and resources that they need through phone and e-mail * Performed administrative and reception duties as required including recording & distributing meeting minutes, organizing mail outs and handling media requests Show less

Constituency Assistant at Government of British Columbia

• Jan 2006 - Jun 2013

* Managed the MLA’s schedule, travel, accommodations, communications and casework in complete confidentiality * Represented the MLA at official events/engagements *Met with community groups, stake holders, government agencies and constituents on behalf of the MLA and project managed community outreach events *Research & advocacy for constituents * Tracked, managed and responded to inquiries through emails, letters and phone calls, and referred inquirers when necessary * Managed media request, social media, and constituency office financial accounts Show less

Fundraising Coordinator

• 2006 - 2013

*Good understanding of fundraising, sponsorship and partnership development *Experienced in budget preparation and management *Able to engage volunteers successfully in fundraising events *Able to plan, manage, execute and complete fundraising projects *Good understanding of fundraising, sponsorship and partnership development *Experienced in budget preparation and management *Able to engage volunteers successfully in fundraising events *Able to plan, manage, execute and complete fundraising projects

Director

• Oct 2010 - Jun 2012

The District 36 Parent Advisory Council, known as the Surrey DPAC, is a registered non-profit society formed in 1978 to represent the interests of Surrey parents in the public education system. The District 36 Parent Advisory Council, known as the Surrey DPAC, is a registered non-profit society formed in 1978 to represent the interests of Surrey parents in the public education system.

President

• Sep 2008 - Jun 2012

"PAC is the officially recognized collective voice of parents of their school. A PAC, through its elected officers, may advise the school board, the principal and staff of the school respecting any matter relating to the school other than matters assigned to the School Planning Council (SPC). PACs are forums within each school community to discuss matters affecting your school and the education of your children. Parents’ voices are a tremendous value to their school. They offer a wealth of ideas and support in the challenges that face all public schools. PACs strive to represent the diversity within their communities and contribute to the benefit of all students by: *providing opportunities to educate and inform parents about the school; *involving parents in volunteer activities; and *openly discussing parents' concerns and aspirations for their schools." - BCCPAC Show less

Project Manager for MLA Jagrup Brar

• Jan 2012 - Jan 2012

* Worked with a number of community stakeholders and activists from around the lower mainland to effectively manage The MLA Welfare Challenge. * Successfully worked with media from across Canada and around the world to promote The MLA Welfare Challenge and to raise awareness for those living in poverty. * Worked with a number of community stakeholders and activists from around the lower mainland to effectively manage The MLA Welfare Challenge. * Successfully worked with media from across Canada and around the world to promote The MLA Welfare Challenge and to raise awareness for those living in poverty.

Voter Contact, Volunteer Coordination, Training of Volunteers, Election Day Zone House Captain

• Apr 2009 - May 2009

Human Resources, Head Cashier, Pharmacy Assistant, Cosmetician

• 1994 - 2006

* Responsible for the hiring & training of new employees, as well as ordering stock. * As an accredited pharmacy assistant; assisted pharmacists to prepare medications for customers. * As a certified cosmetician; helped customers choose the appropriate skin care products and cosmetics for their specific skin type. * Responsible for the hiring & training of new employees, as well as ordering stock. * As an accredited pharmacy assistant; assisted pharmacists to prepare medications for customers. * As a certified cosmetician; helped customers choose the appropriate skin care products and cosmetics for their specific skin type.

Translator and Matron

• 1996 - 1999

* Provided Punjabi translation services and guarded female prisoners * Provided Punjabi translation services and guarded female prisoners