Work Experience

July 2022 – Present, ATN Strategies

Senior Research Consultant (Hybrid)

• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills through the completion of policy reviews and strategic planning for government departments and Indigenous organizations and communities.

• Utilized advanced data analysis and visualization tools and software such as Python and MS Excel to conduct quantitative research, enabling the development of actionable insights and evidence-based recommendations for clients across diverse sectors.

• Planned, hosted, and facilitated engagement sessions with the general public, law enforcement, and justice partners, government officials, and Indigenous communities and organizations to extract relevant feedback for programs and strategy development.

• Delivered strategic roadmaps, policy recommendations, and performance evaluation frameworks that measure the effectiveness of programs to public sector clients, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Exhibited strong leadership skills by providing guidance and leadership to the research team, fostering team cohesion and collaboration in completing research projects and reports.

Researcher/Writer (Hybrid)

• Exhibited superior writing skills by developing high-quality research reports, including policy options analysis, jurisdictional scans, and case study analyses, leading to positive client feedback on project deliverables.

• Co-led the design, implementation, and management of research projects in mental health care transformation and strategic planning for a variety of clients, leading to the implementation of revolutionary transformation initiatives by clients.

• Relied on evidence-based research and analysis to develop innovative insights, recommendations, and actionable solutions to clients’ challenges.

• Presented research findings and strategic recommendations to senior government officials, fostering informed decision-making and cross-departmental collaboration in client organizations.

Sept 2016 - Mar 2022, Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN)

Graduate Researcher

• Utilized advanced research and analysis skills to identify trends and synthesize complex information into high-quality, clear, and concise reports to support decision-making processes.

• Demonstrated outstanding project management skills by effectively organizing and coordinating all aspects of dissertation writing, ensuring timely completion, and leading to three conference presentations and two manuscripts for publication.

• Showcased excellent oral and written communication skills in presenting research findings at three national and international conferences and preparing manuscripts for publication.

Course Instructor

• Enhanced course content and delivery through strong interpersonal skills and effective time management, collaborating with faculty members and students to assess teaching methods and materials for continuous improvement.

• Utilized Microsoft Office suites and design tools such as Photoshop and Canva to develop innovative, accessible, and engaging teaching and learning materials tailored to diverse learning needs and preferences.

• Improved student achievement by up to 15% by utilizing creative and adaptable teaching techniques that clarify complex concepts and foster a dynamic and interactive classroom environment.

Education

Project Management Institute On-going
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

Canadian Evaluation Society November 2023
Facilitation Skills for Monitoring and Evaluation Practitioners

Memorial University of Newfoundland March 2022
Ph.D. Linguistics

University of Ghana June 2014
B.A. Linguistics with Economics

Professional Group Memberships

Project Management Institute (PMI) – NS Chapter
Canadian Evaluation Society (CES) - NS Chapter

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