Head of Partnerships & Engagement

• Dec 2016 - Present

Responsible for insititutional relations and volunteer management for the Urban Biodiversity Hub (UBHub), an online hub for urban biodiversity data and indicator tracking for local governments. Founder and steering committee member, Jennifer also coordinates with the code development, communications, and research and development teams. Responsible for insititutional relations and volunteer management for the Urban Biodiversity Hub (UBHub), an online hub for urban biodiversity data and indicator tracking for local governments. Founder and steering committee member, Jennifer also coordinates with the code development, communications, and research and development teams.

PHD Candidate

• Jul 2015 - Present

Formulating a dissertation on engagement practices of urban biodiversity planning around the world.Conducting research with Prof. Maged Senbel on climate change mitigation strategies for local communities.

Documentary Filmmaker

• Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

Managing film production of a short film for the Poetics and Pipelines project, which is a four-day gathering and dialogue around alternative modes of valuing the land and how this can be incorporated into Environmental Impact Assessments. Includes preparatory work, onsite filming, and editing.

Technical Expert, Urban Biodiversity

• May 2021 - Jun 2021

EcoFootprint Research Assistant

• Apr 2017 - Dec 2019

Calculating EcoFootprint and greenhouse gas emissions for the city of Vancouver based on consumption data using the EcoCity Footprint tool developed by Jennie Moore. Calculating EcoFootprint and greenhouse gas emissions for the city of Vancouver based on consumption data using the EcoCity Footprint tool developed by Jennie Moore.

Greenest City Scholar

• May 2016 - Aug 2016

This summer position involves the field measurement and analysis of beaver and Canada Goose populations in the city. The primary deliverable is a report to aid decision-making regarding these two species, including public opinion, population status, management history, and lessons from other jurisdictions. See the two reports I produced on geese and beavers for the city at the link below. This summer position involves the field measurement and analysis of beaver and Canada Goose populations in the city. The primary deliverable is a report to aid decision-making regarding these two species, including public opinion, population status, management history, and lessons from other jurisdictions. See the two reports I produced on geese and beavers for the city at the link below.

Fellow

• Aug 2014 - May 2015

Developing and delivering coursework for both undergraduate and master's students. Courses include: Qualitative and Participatory Methods Spatial Planning and Environmental Design Urban Environmental Design Sustainability Pathways and Urban Ecology Area Planning Lab (Undergraduate Studio) Urban Development Lab (Undergraduate Studio) Sustainable Living Practicum (field course) Directed two successful undergraduate theses; 1. Using the Cultural significance of Lake Pichola for its Environmental Conservation, by Nonie Mathur 2. Exploring the potential for modal change: the motivators and barriers for bicycle commuting in the University area of Ahmedabad city by Pooja Paghadar Evaluated graduate theses for the Faculty of Architecture as an examiner and jury member. Researched environmental planning curricula at universities worldwide and produced a report for the dean to inform the new BPlan curriculum at the university. Student feedback from the four elective courses that I developed earned a student feedback rating 7.3% above school average for the course, and 11% above faculty average for my teaching. The feedback was conducted anonymously and institution-wide by the university. Quotes provided anonymously by students include: "one of the best courses taught on campus"​ "best course taught till now at CEPT,"​ "extremely dedicated and hardworking,"​ "she encouraged and motivated us to think differently"​ "one of the best faculties on campus, we would like to have more of her teaching,"​ "the most fantastic and learned instructor I have ever met in CEPT ... with genuine intention ...fantastic and cheerful personality who has immense knowledge in her area of study,"​ "great and fun to learn with. Strict with time and taught us some important ethics,"​ "she is brilliant in her field. She can actually change other's perception toward 'sustainable development'​. "

Medicinal Plant Trade Analyst (intern)

• Jan 2014 - Mar 2014

Analyzed international trade data of medicinal plants. Produced explanatory graphs and maps for use in improving policies and management under CITES and the Convention on Biological Diversity. Analyzed international trade data of medicinal plants. Produced explanatory graphs and maps for use in improving policies and management under CITES and the Convention on Biological Diversity.

Resilience and Vulnerability Planner (internship)

• May 2013 - Aug 2013

• Supported the development of Resilience Comprehensive Needs Assessment (RCNA) for multifamily housing in the wake of Superstorm Sandy. • Supported the development of Resilience Comprehensive Needs Assessment (RCNA) for multifamily housing in the wake of Superstorm Sandy.

Research Assistant

• Aug 2011 - May 2013

Research Assistant positions: • for Prof. George Frantz on Green Streets Comparative Analysis • for Prof. Neema Kudva on Urban Climate Change Adaptation and Vulnerable Populations • for Prof. Bill Goldsmith to assist with the writing and editing of his book "Saving American Cities," in particular the chapter on schools Research Assistant positions: • for Prof. George Frantz on Green Streets Comparative Analysis • for Prof. Neema Kudva on Urban Climate Change Adaptation and Vulnerable Populations • for Prof. Bill Goldsmith to assist with the writing and editing of his book "Saving American Cities," in particular the chapter on schools

Research Partner

• May 2012 - Aug 2012

• Authored "The Nature of Mainstreaming," a local integrated planning toolkit for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services for local governments (91 pages) • Consulted mayors and department heads from seven cities on five continents • Produced an analysis of 12 local biodiversity and ecosystem services policies worldwide • Authored "The Nature of Mainstreaming," a local integrated planning toolkit for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services for local governments (91 pages) • Consulted mayors and department heads from seven cities on five continents • Produced an analysis of 12 local biodiversity and ecosystem services policies worldwide

Senior Associate

• Mar 2009 - Jun 2011

• Managed an $82M LEED construction project for the Chicago Public Building Commission • Utilized a team approach for a systemic, integrated design, coming in $10M under budget • Coordinated 6 in-house architects and 12 consultant companies • Managed an $82M LEED construction project for the Chicago Public Building Commission • Utilized a team approach for a systemic, integrated design, coming in $10M under budget • Coordinated 6 in-house architects and 12 consultant companies

Project Manager

• 2006 - 2009

• Worked in the Chicago Public Schools headquarters as a city representative • Managed and planned renovations/additions of public schools for all phases of construction • Co-edited the Chicago Public Schools New Building Policies (418 pages) • Worked in the Chicago Public Schools headquarters as a city representative • Managed and planned renovations/additions of public schools for all phases of construction • Co-edited the Chicago Public Schools New Building Policies (418 pages)

Project Architect

• 2005 - 2006

• Developed proposals for parks, bicycle and pedestrian paths, public transit stations • Developed proposals for parks, bicycle and pedestrian paths, public transit stations

GreenTech Intern for the Chicago Department of Environment

• 2004 - 2004

• Promoted sustainability with developers, designers, engineers, and the public. • Promoted sustainability with developers, designers, engineers, and the public.