Rebecca Wortzman
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Credentials
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Certificate of Participation, Professional Development Workshops at the Learning and Teaching Centre, University of Victoria LATHE
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Experience
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Big River Analytics
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Canada
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Operations
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Apr 2019 - Present
Big River Analytics is a Terrace-based research and analytics firm. Founded in 2011, Big River Analytics' mission is to provide statistical and technical capacity to benefit Indigenous peoples, communities, and governments across Canada. We draw on a team of economists, statisticians, database developers, and project management experts to provide custom solutions to technical and research problems on a range of economic, social, and organizational issues. I manage clients and deliver projects and services directly supporting Indigenous governments and organizations to use data and research to advance their mandates. As Director of Operations, in collaboration with the management team, I've developed key operations, business administration, financial management, and HR systems that have enabled our revenue and teams to scale.
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BC Public Service
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Operations & Gender Equity Advisor, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
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Apr 2018 - Apr 2019
As Senior Advisor, I was responsible for cross-government initiatives to improve the social, economic, and wellbeing outcomes for Indigenous peoples in BC. Through this role, I launched an internal working group to advance the quality, availability, and use of Indigenous socio-economic data for policy development and decision making. I successfully convened a working group with 12 cross-government representatives who identified and coordinated responses to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for Indigenous women impacted by major projects in Northern BC. I was a mentor in the Indigenous Youth Internship Program. I was the secretariat for the Minister's Advisory Council on Indigenous Women (MACIW) and built strong and trusting relationships with Council members. I helped advance their mandate by working closely with the Council to help develop an Indigenous Gender-Based Analysis Plus toolkit for the public service and facilitated a process for the Ministry and Council to collaborate on updated Terms of Reference. As a Gender Equity Advisor, I launched and co-chaired a cross-government working group who shared knowledge and advice with the Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Secretariat on integrating Indigenous perspectives into the BC Public Service’s roll out of GBA+.Roles included Senior Operation Advisor (April 2018 - December 2018) and Senior Advisor (January 2019 - April 2019).
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Policy & Research Analyst, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
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May 2017 - Mar 2018
As a Policy and Research Analyst, I successfully planned and led engagement with Indigenous communities, subject matter experts, and government and undertook research to identify government actions to prevent negative impacts of work camps to the health and wellbeing of Indigenous women.
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Research Analyst, Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training
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Jan 2017 - Apr 2017
Responsible for conducting in-depth analysis on social and economic issues including collecting, analyzing and presenting data, and preparing research papers, briefing materials, and reports. Reporting to the Executive Director I proactively identified research, policy issues and opportunities related to Indigenous labour force participation, housing affordability, and the provincial Major Projects Inventory, performed grant benchmarking and evaluation and supported economists across the Labour Market Information Office.
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University of Victoria
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Teaching Assistant
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Sep 2015 - Dec 2016
Prepared materials for and taught 15 hours of lecture, marked midterm and final examinations, and research papers, served as a frontline resource to students requiring additional support, and prepared materials to lead weekly Econometrics labs. Designed and delivered tutorial material tailored to students with limited experience using statistical programs. Third and forth year classes included: Problems of Canadian Microeconomic Policy; Development Economics; Writing for Economics; Economic History of North America; Applied Econometrics; Environmental Economics; and Introduction to Research Methods in Political Science.
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Research Assistant to R. Gillezeau
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May 2016 - Oct 2016
Led a small team of undergraduate students in researching ethnic collective action, protests and race riots in the United States. Responsible for collaborating with supervising instructor to design research methods and compiling accurate data.For more details see: http://www.rob-gillezeau.com/racial-uprisings-lab.html
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Research Assistant to G.C. van Kooten
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Nov 2015 - Jul 2016
Co-authored a chapter on European Energy and Environmental Policy focusing on the feasibility of achieving greenhouse gas reduction and renewable energy targets. Presented research at the European Union Governance and Policymaking textbook conference at Carlton University and at the Joint Western and Canadian Agricultural Society AGM.
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CivicAction
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Canada
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Assistant to the CEO and Office Manager
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Dec 2014 - Aug 2015
Managed the corporate and operational affairs, including human resource and finance, assisted in the prioritization and management of key organization initiatives, and acted as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and Steering Committee. Provided research and materials in support of executive decision-making, presentations and media engagements, and organized meetings and components of a full day 600+ person conference. As a member of the senior management team, provided strategic advice on operational decisions and initiatives and worked outside my duties to support colleagues in work across the organization. About CivicAction: For over 10 years, the Greater Toronto CivicAction Alliance has brought together senior executives and rising leaders from all sectors to tackle some of our region’s toughest social, economic and environmental challenges. CivicAction sets a non-partisan agenda, builds strategic partnerships, and launches campaigns, programs and organizations that transform our region.
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FoodShare Toronto
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Canada
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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FoodLink and Mapping Intern
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
Responsible for mapping and digitizing program locations and making software recommendations. Required to collaborate with program coordinators to collect map locations and program information for input. Provided frontline social service to clients with diverse backgrounds, responsible for assisting callers in finding the nearest food bank or emergency food service, and compile data of regions with limited food access across Toronto. Responsible developing volunteer protocols and training new volunteers.
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Dalhousie University
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Economics Tutor
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Sep 2013 - May 2014
Organize meetings with students, and help with assignments, exam preparation, study skills, and strategies for success. Classes include Principles of Micro and Macro Economics, Intermediate Micro and Macro Economics, Economics of Sports, Economics of Global Warming, Environmental Economics, and Economics for a Masters in Public Administration Organize meetings with students, and help with assignments, exam preparation, study skills, and strategies for success. Classes include Principles of Micro and Macro Economics, Intermediate Micro and Macro Economics, Economics of Sports, Economics of Global Warming, Environmental Economics, and Economics for a Masters in Public Administration
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Murphy's on the Water
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Canada
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Food and Beverage Services
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Deckhand and Bartender, S.V. Mar
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May 2012 - Sep 2012
Ensure the safety and comfort of all customers, interact with tourists from all over the world, answer their questions about Halifax, Canada, and the vessel. Sail, with the assistance of the Captain and another deckhand, the 60ft wooden ketch, and perform general maintenance and upkeep duties as assigned. Serve drinks and appetizers to guests, and perform cash outs and inventory. Ensure the safety and comfort of all customers, interact with tourists from all over the world, answer their questions about Halifax, Canada, and the vessel. Sail, with the assistance of the Captain and another deckhand, the 60ft wooden ketch, and perform general maintenance and upkeep duties as assigned. Serve drinks and appetizers to guests, and perform cash outs and inventory.
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Head Sailing Instructor
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Apr 2010 - Aug 2011
Manage 13 employees, delegate work assignments, maintenance, and upkeep duties, deliver employee performance evaluations, plan club events, and chair daily meetings. In collaboration with the Director of Junior Sailing, develop short and long term strategies to meet goals set by the Board of Directors. Act as a the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, assist with payroll administration, and the Junior Sailing program’s accounting. Teach lessons, run races, and ensure that the sailors have a fun and a safe environment. Manage parents’ complaints and concerns.
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Assistant Race Coach
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Apr 2009 - Aug 2009
Assist in organizing logistics for regattas across Ontario including transportation, accommodation, liability and registration.Coach high performance athletes, and prepare them physically and mentally for competitive events.
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Sailing Instructor
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Apr 2007 - Aug 2009
Ensure the safety of athletes, teach sailing skills and theory up to CYA standards, perform maintenance and upkeep of the Yacht Club and boats as assigned.
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Alpine Ski Club
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Canada
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Recreational Facilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Ski Race Instructor
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Dec 2007 - Mar 2009
Coach athletes between the ages of 6 and 12, help organize transportation to races, and deliver performance evaluations Coach athletes between the ages of 6 and 12, help organize transportation to races, and deliver performance evaluations
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Education
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2015 - 2017
University of Victoria
Master of Arts (MA), Economics -
2009 - 2013
Dalhousie University
Combined Major BA (Hons.), English Literature, and Economics -
2013 - 2013
Edith Cowan University
One Semester Exchange, English and Economics
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