Experience

Oxfam Canada

• Canada
• International Trade and Development
• 100 - 200 Employee

• • Jun 2020 - Present

  I work with women's rights and gender justice program teams to ensure the strategic functioning of MEL systems and effective use of program learning. In doing so, I design quantitative and qualitative methods and systems, analyze resulting data, produce documents, and support the generation and dissemination of evidence and knowledge. In particular, I focus on integrating feminist MEL principles to support program quality and continuous improvement that contributes to the strengthening of Oxfam Canada's program strategies on CSO capacity building and on the promotion of women’s rights and gender equality. Show less

• • Feb 2019 - Jun 2020

  I led the development, refinement and application of monitoring and evaluation tools (including a performance measurement framework) for a six-country program focused on ending violence against women and girls. Doing so included coordinating the timely collection and analysis of quality monitoring information and contributing to the production of a variety of monitoring and other reports for a range of stakeholders. I also worked to improve program learning processes, including by identifying, documenting and sharing best practice, lessons and case studies / stories. Doing so included providing monitoring and evaluation technical assistance to the Oxfam team in the various countries, including designing and delivering results-based management, and monitoring and evaluation training. I also played a key role in monitoring and evaluation capacity strengthening, including supporting the development of monitoring tools and methods, reviewing reports, and contributing to new project proposals. Show less



Save the Children Canada

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Specialist, Learning and Knowledge Management

  • Mar 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Collaborated with technical advisors, partners, and field staff to consolidate the research agenda of a six-year, five country economic empowerment program • Co-led the development of a programmatic metanarrative: Pathways to Opportunity: Supporting Rural Youth to Leverage Decent Work, to tell a comprehensive research story • Led the development of Learning Narratives on key themes related to economic empowerment (e.g.: Self Employment Capabilities, Mentorship, and Gender Mainstreaming) • Designed and implemented content for a final programmatic learning event • Contributed to integrating gender equality as a cross-cutting programmatic theme, including reflecting best practices and lessons learned in research shared with peer networks • Managed research projects and teams, including a field study on the role of mentorship • Led donor reporting, including providing quality assurance • Led on the use of a programmatic theory of change for consistent, strategic communication purposes across five country offices and three member offices • Oversaw contractual agreements with external consultants, including for a final program review valued at over $100,000 • Presented learning internationally, including at a pan-Africa program quality workshop Show less



Canadian Bar Association

• Canada
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research and Learning Advisor

  • 2015 - 2016

  • Led all project deliverables, including the inception plan, work plans, and final reporting • Designed, researched, and drafted program documentation • Built relationships with project partners, including meeting with representatives from the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors, and consulting with an advisory committee • Conducted extensive research on relevant legal frameworks, and distilled applicable laws into approachable material for project partners, including Global Affairs Canada • Ensured a child-rights and gender equality lens was applied in all organizational initiatives • Represented organizational interests in high-level virtual and in-person meetings Show less



Carters Professional Corporation

• Canada
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Student-at-law (Articling Student)

  • 2014 - 2015

  • Developed a strong ability to quickly analyze large amounts of information and synthesize it into comprehensive, clear, and concise documents for varied stakeholders • Honed my ability to accurately review information and produce quality reports • Gathered information in a fast paced environment and presented assessment and analysis • Drafted professional development material for the Canadian and Ontario Bar Associations • Developed a strong ability to quickly analyze large amounts of information and synthesize it into comprehensive, clear, and concise documents for varied stakeholders • Honed my ability to accurately review information and produce quality reports • Gathered information in a fast paced environment and presented assessment and analysis • Drafted professional development material for the Canadian and Ontario Bar Associations



University of Ottawa

• Canada
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Assistant (Refugee Forum)

  • 2012 - 2013

  Drafted material, using a variety of computer programs, for online and in-person presentations Researched and edited materials on refugee advocacy to be used by a network of not-for-profit partners Drafted material, using a variety of computer programs, for online and in-person presentations Researched and edited materials on refugee advocacy to be used by a network of not-for-profit partners



Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society

• Canada
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager, Immigrant Youth Employment Steps

  • 2010 - 2011

  • Led teams during the inaugural cycle of an award-winning economic empowerment program, including balancing the needs of participants, staff, interns, and funders • Built and maintained partnerships with the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors to grow opportunities for youth to work, volunteer, and engage in their communities • Compiled donor reporting, communicating financial and programming progress • Designed and presented training workshops for program participants, interns, and staff • Adapted programming as needed to respond to problems arising out of an inaugural cycle • Represented the organization in technical working groups Show less



Cuso International

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Youth Program Advisor, Youth Opportunities Unlimited

  • 2009 - 2010

  • Co-managed the inaugural year of an entrepreneurship and employment centre for at-risk youth, focussed on skill building and mentorship for adolescent girls • Developed community partnerships to ensure the long-term sustainability of the centre • Coached and mentored staff in program management and evaluation techniques • Collaborated with staff and volunteers to draft funding and project development proposals • Developed and presented a “Youth Summit”, to highlight the stories and skills of participant youth, and ensure increased community support • Represented the local organization in national working groups Show less



Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society

• Canada
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager & Lead Researcher, Human Resources Solutions Project

  • 2008 - 2009

  • Led a team of staff and volunteers conducting community-based research on the ability of newcomers to act as economic leaders in the Canadian labour market • Interviewed employers and employees, conducted focus groups, and conducted secondary research before analysing the resulting data using qualitative and quantitative methods • Set and adhered to clear objectives and timelines in order to draft a narrative report on human resource best practices that was submitted to the donor and community partners • Organized multicultural learning events for employers and employees to help reduce negative perceptions about working with newcomers and bring together community • Led a community advisory group on economic integration best practices Show less