Gurveen Virdi

Director of Internal Relations at Indian Students' Association (ISA) at the University of Toronto Scarborough
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Pickering, Ontario, Canada, CA
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • French Limited working proficiency
  • Punjabi -
  • Hindi -

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Credentials

  • Specialist High School Major Certificate of Excellence (Non-Profit Sector)
    St Marys Catholic Secondary School
    Jun, 2020
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • Director of Internal Relations
      • Sep 2023 - Present

    • Canada
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Process and Community Outreach Assistant
      • Sep 2022 - Present

      *Maintained and enhanced data and information management processes utilized in the office through several Microsoft Office Suite products*Supported, prepared and participated in networking events, partner events and various community outreach events *Routinely problem-solving logistical and organizational issues with creativity and innovation leading to an improvement in daily operations*Using exceptional verbal and written communication skills in a variety of ways such as drafting emails, relaying information to team members and networking with community partners*Performing effectively both as an autonomous, self-motivated individual and as an active team memberMy portfolio is linked below! Show less

    • Lab Coordinator
      • May 2023 - Aug 2023

      * Utilized a team-oriented approach to successfully lead 8 workers through various unique projects increasing Knowledge Equity Lab’s task output*Managed several projects, events, and activities from scope to execution while maintaining project plans, schedules, and deliverables throughout the project timeline*Developed onboarding procedures, chaired bi-weekly meetings and conducted follow-up procedures with great attention to detail creating a smoother workflow for the seasonal team*Regularly updated Knowledge Equity Lab's website with content to increase company presence, engagement and community connectionsMy portfolio is linked below! Show less

    • Research Collaborator
      • Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

      Created a strategic and sustainability plan for the Tkaronto Knowledge For Change Hub through a course-based partnership with UTSC, Knowledge Equity Lab, and Toronto Centre for Community Learning and Development. The UNESCO K4C Toronto Hub is part of the Knowledge for Change Global Consortium, an initiative of the UNESCO Co-Chairs in Community-Based Research and Social Responsibility for Higher Education. The Toronto Hub was founded between the Centre for Global Development Studies UTSC, OISE at U of T, the Toronto Centre for Community Learning and Development and the Ontario Council for International Cooperation (OCIC) Show less

    • English Tutor
      • May 2021 - Aug 2021

      o Prepare personalized learning materials for students during in-class sessions and take-home assignment packages o Communicating with parents and guardians of students with professionalism and confidentiality o Being well-organized, punctual, and calm while managing students with different cultural backgrounds o Prepare personalized learning materials for students during in-class sessions and take-home assignment packages o Communicating with parents and guardians of students with professionalism and confidentiality o Being well-organized, punctual, and calm while managing students with different cultural backgrounds

  • St Mary's Catholic Secondary School
    • Pickering, Ontario, Canada
    • Community Outreach Specialist
      • Sep 2018 - Jun 2020

      *Developed project management and team management skills by guiding peers through planning and executing several community events (Multicultural Nights, Food Drives etc.) *Maintained professional communications with several non-profit organizations such as Development and Peace, Canadian Food for Children and Canadian Jesuits International *Led students with confidence on overnight retreats and guided hands-on training to create an inclusive community environment *Handling private client information with confidentiality and professionalism My portfolio is linked below! Show less

  • Highbush Public School
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Teacher Assistant
      • Feb 2019 - Jun 2019

      o Aided individuals and groups of students in developing their written and oral communication skills in French o Frequently completed a variety of administrative work including paperwork, photocopying, data management and data entry o Maintained a clean and organized classroom and prepared visual aids for students to use in class o Aided individuals and groups of students in developing their written and oral communication skills in French o Frequently completed a variety of administrative work including paperwork, photocopying, data management and data entry o Maintained a clean and organized classroom and prepared visual aids for students to use in class

Education

  • University of Toronto Scarborough
    Honours Bachelor of Arts, Global Development Studies and English
    2020 - 2024
  • University of Toronto Scarborough
    Certificate of Global Development, Environment and Health (UofT Global Scholar), International/Global Studies
    2020 - 2022

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