Himani Deshpande
Digital Tools and Infrastructure Support Assistant at Food For All NB | Aliments pour tous NB- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Professional working proficiency
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Credentials
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DELF French Language Certificate - proficient at level B2
Diplôme D'Études en Langue FrançaisFeb, 2016- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Food For All NB | Aliments pour tous NB
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Canada
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Executive Offices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Digital Tools and Infrastructure Support Assistant
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Nov 2021 - Present
• Developing and publishing social media visuals and posts 3-5 times/week of food- and growing-related local and national events and articles on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Managing and enhancing client management database with CiviCRM • Created a CiviCRM user guide for organization's team users with commonly used actions described in detail in writing and/or video recording • Developing and publishing social media visuals and posts 3-5 times/week of food- and growing-related local and national events and articles on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter • Managing and enhancing client management database with CiviCRM • Created a CiviCRM user guide for organization's team users with commonly used actions described in detail in writing and/or video recording
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Natural Resources Canada | Ressources naturelles Canada
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Junior Impact Assessment Officer
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May 2021 - Sep 2021
• Participated in weekly government technical meetings for economics, caribou, water quality, and hydrogeology, by capturing key issues discussed related to NRCan’s expertise on the file • Reviewed 1200+ public submissions from an online registry and compiled key issues related to NRCan in a public comment tracker spreadsheet as a resource for experts during preparation for public hearings • Participated in weekly government technical meetings for economics, caribou, water quality, and hydrogeology, by capturing key issues discussed related to NRCan’s expertise on the file • Reviewed 1200+ public submissions from an online registry and compiled key issues related to NRCan in a public comment tracker spreadsheet as a resource for experts during preparation for public hearings
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Meal Exchange
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Canada
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Assistant
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Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
• Facilitated weekly virtual meals with small groups of post-secondary students across Canada to connect and discuss food-related topics • Coordinated regularly with two college campus residences on logistics and clear communication with participants of weekly virtual events, such as registration, shipment of supplies to campuses, and payment process • Tested and provided feedback on project website, online surveys, and event page designs to Principle Investigator • Facilitated weekly virtual meals with small groups of post-secondary students across Canada to connect and discuss food-related topics • Coordinated regularly with two college campus residences on logistics and clear communication with participants of weekly virtual events, such as registration, shipment of supplies to campuses, and payment process • Tested and provided feedback on project website, online surveys, and event page designs to Principle Investigator
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Geomatics and Cartographic Research Centre, Carleton University
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Research Assistant
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May 2020 - Aug 2020
• Independently synthesized over 15 reports on topics of environmental damage issues, social justice, and Indigenous practices to assess the relevance of late Algonquin Elder William Commanda • Presented on the Sunbow Five Walk of 1995-1996 at a virtual international event to discuss the journey and its teachings’ relevance today • Independently synthesized over 15 reports on topics of environmental damage issues, social justice, and Indigenous practices to assess the relevance of late Algonquin Elder William Commanda • Presented on the Sunbow Five Walk of 1995-1996 at a virtual international event to discuss the journey and its teachings’ relevance today
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RCAANC-CIRNAC
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Canada
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Government Administration
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400 - 500 Employee
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Junior Environmental Analyst
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Jan 2020 - Apr 2020
• Evaluate summaries and provide comments for research groups conducting environmental studies related to Strategic Environmental Assessments in the Beaufort Sea Region • Compile fact sheets and research summaries of ongoing projects, research articles, and government reports on various topics, such as the Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link, impacts of shipping noise on marine mammals, and community engagement sessions in Nunavut • Evaluate summaries and provide comments for research groups conducting environmental studies related to Strategic Environmental Assessments in the Beaufort Sea Region • Compile fact sheets and research summaries of ongoing projects, research articles, and government reports on various topics, such as the Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link, impacts of shipping noise on marine mammals, and community engagement sessions in Nunavut
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Just Food
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Ottawa, Canada Area
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Assistant Community Farm Coordinator | New Roots Program Coordinator
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May 2019 - Aug 2019
• Built and strengthened relationships with six Newcomer organizations in Ottawa to build a robust New Roots Program, with an emphasis on connecting New Canadians to land options as gardeners or new farmers in the Ottawa region • Identified and coordinated with translators to produce and translate skill building materials on food production in this region targeted at participants' language requirements • Wrote a detailed grant proposal for $125,000 for an Ottawa-based youth agriculture and entrepreneurship program • Communicated with clients at Just Food Farm of various levels of knowledge on farming and agriculture topics, requiring rapid learning of day-to-day office and farm activities • Planned and organized a farm day for over 200 people to enjoy wagon rides, food tastings, lunch, and information booths at Just Food Community Farm Show less
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Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, Carleton University
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Ottawa, Canada Area
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NSERC-Undergraduate Summer Research Assistant
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May 2018 - Dec 2018
• Modeled ground temperatures of permafrost regions in Northern Canada using the Canadian Land Surface Scheme (CLASS) and customizing the input data to specific observational sites • Independently learned CLASS and climate modelling with published scientific articles and technical reports • Displayed climate data trends in Excel for snow depth, ground temperatures, and biomass variables using 30-year periods from simulations conducted to assess model strength in permafrost regions • Modeled ground temperatures of permafrost regions in Northern Canada using the Canadian Land Surface Scheme (CLASS) and customizing the input data to specific observational sites • Independently learned CLASS and climate modelling with published scientific articles and technical reports • Displayed climate data trends in Excel for snow depth, ground temperatures, and biomass variables using 30-year periods from simulations conducted to assess model strength in permafrost regions
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Department of Earth Science, Carleton University
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Ottawa, Canada
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Summer Research Intern
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May 2017 - Aug 2017
• Utilized 3D visualization and analysis software such as Avizo and Blob3D to develop models of metamorphic rocks from CT scans and analyze microstructural data • Interpreted spatial statistics of garnet clustering and texture of rock fabric, which allowed for the analysis of nucleation growth of garnets within the rocks • Created cores of rocks samples using a trim saw and drill press in Rock Sample Preparation Lab • Utilized 3D visualization and analysis software such as Avizo and Blob3D to develop models of metamorphic rocks from CT scans and analyze microstructural data • Interpreted spatial statistics of garnet clustering and texture of rock fabric, which allowed for the analysis of nucleation growth of garnets within the rocks • Created cores of rocks samples using a trim saw and drill press in Rock Sample Preparation Lab
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Education
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Carleton University
Bachelor of Science - BScH, Earth Science and Physical Geography, Minor in Urban Studies