CAMILLA SHIMWA

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

• SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR, UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA SCIENCE STUDENT ASSOCIATION (SSA), 05/01/25, Present, Communicate announcements and campaigns to the University of Ottawa's student body., Oversees all SSA social media platforms, where I create visual stories, interactive content, and organize contests, encouraging students to participate.
• VICE-PRESIDENT COMMUNICATIONS, UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 'LIGHTHOUSE', 09/01/24, Present, Attended events and provided hands-on support in organizing faith-based events, including worship nights, church-on-campus service, and outreach., Participated in campus outreach by distributing refreshments and offering words of encouragement to students on campus during exam season, promoting a supportive and uplifting environment.
• DANCER, CULTURE SHOCK OTTAWA, 01/01/24, Present, Member of a Professional-level dance troupe with paid performance opportunities and high-profile events., Instructed and choreographed routines for younger dancers, providing material for showcase preparation and supporting the development of their choreography skills.
• BLACK STUDENT ALLIANCE EXECUTIVE, YORK MILLS COLLEGIATE BSA, 09/01/22, 06/30/23, Organized meetings with the principal and teacher to organize events to host during black history month., Recorded content for promotion on social media and schools' newsletters., Instructed and led the general council, which consisted of around 15 members.

• PATHFINDER CLUB MARSHALL + JUNIOR COUNSELLOR, 09/01/19, 06/30/23, Led club members through drill practices and marching routines, providing clear instructions and mentorship to new participants., Served as a role model for church youth, teaching discipline, and emphasizing teamwork through club activities including camping trips and devotional programs., Assisted in organizing and coordinating club activities including fundraisers and Bible Bowls
• VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL CREW LEADER, 07/01/23, 07/07/23, Guided groups of kids aged 3-5 through different activity stations daily, including outdoor playtime and Storytime., Fostered a positive and safe environment, by carefully resolving arguments between kids., Remained engaged and high energy with the children all day., Poised under pressure., Work very well in group settings and independently.

• Paul Meyers Select Award, Toronto Inner City Rugby Foundation, 2022
• Willowdale Warriors Excellent Work, Willowdale Pathfinder Club, 2019
• Excellent Service at the Reboot Camporee, Willowdale Pathfinder Club, 2017