Cegra Grace Kamba
ON
Summary
Bilingual Biomedical Sciences and Psychology graduate with a strong aptitude for applied sciences research. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects across various scientific disciplines, enhancing research methodologies and efficiency. Proficient in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, leveraging strong analytical skills to achieve project objectives. Aiming to contribute to innovative research initiatives while fostering continuous learning and development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Smart Prosperity Institute
Ottawa, Canada
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Company Overview: Environmental think tank working from the University of Ottawa on environmental, agriculture, economic, and housing issues
- Created detailed summaries of existing studies for use in further investigations.
- Presented findings at professional conferences or seminars as required by faculty supervisors.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
- Maintained a database of all research activities conducted during the course of each project.
- Contributed ideas and suggestions regarding potential new areas of inquiry based on current trends in the field.
- Developed exemplary rapport with personnel and stakeholders by demonstrating compassion and scientific expertise.
- Prepared policy brief on environmental issues in the nature team
- Individually and collaboratively, collected and presented findings to audiences of varying degrees of technical expertise and business stakeholders
- Organized information by using spreadsheets, databases or word processing applications.
- Prepared presentations for senior management on various topics related to policy analysis findings.
- Researched and analyzed current and proposed policies to evaluate their potential impact on stakeholders.
- Advised senior leadership on how best to communicate complex policy decisions effectively among a variety of audiences.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with stakeholders to gain valuable insights into the industry's challenges and opportunities.
- Drafted reports that summarized findings from research projects, outlining implications of proposed policy changes.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
Junior Science Officer
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Gatineau, Canada
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: FSWEP student
- Participated in the restructuring of the program's shared drive
- Created a glossary for the FCSAP program (in French and English) and assembled a lexicon for translations
- Research literature for Greenhouse gases remediation methods (US EPA, ISO 14000, Alaska papers, Paris commitment, etc.)
- Schedule meetings with stakeholders and team members
- Modified mandate letter deck into the ECCC template
- Write long descriptions for various figures
- Write a literary review for Greenhouse gases and PFAS
- Organize FAQ spreadsheets and schedule meetings with stakeholders and team members
- Assisted with the implementation of new technologies to improve research workflow efficiency.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
Receptionist
Ottawa Public Health
Ottawa, Canada
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health information pertinent for COVID 19 vaccination clinic
- Verified appointment time with patients and directed them to the right places in the clinic
- Coordinated flow from one station to the next between nurses and doctors with incoming patients
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
Junior Science Officer
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Gatineau, Canada
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided briefing notes for meetings.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Wrote and submitted reports on industry trends, prompting managers to develop business plans.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Prepared the meeting deck for climate change considerations.
- Drafted factsheet for program commitments.
- Identifying and comparing information from various sources, including survey results, databases, and scientific journals.
- Prepared reports, including tables and graphs, documents, technical presentations, and correspondence with stakeholders necessary for FCSAP Guidance Manuals.
Customer service representative/Cash Office associate
Hudson’s Bay company
Ottawa, Canada
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Train new employees on store procedures resulting in better equipped employees
- Explain the various store offers (i.e., Credit cards, financing options, etc.) to consumers that enable them to take part in them and boosted the store’s sales
- Provide customers with help that enables them to find the products needed and leaving the store content with their experience resulting in a higher net promoter score
- Prepare the manager on duty board with the daily sales and associate information for the day
- Move inventory out on the floor as needed for a smoother day
- Stand for periods of 4 to 8 hours shifts
- Count and input the store deposit using the Oracle system
Education
Honors Bachelor of Art - Psychology, Biology
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON06.2021
Honors Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON06.2018
Skills
- Data analysis
- Report writing
- Policy analysis
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), R, SPSS, NVivo, Covidence, and Oracle
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology
- Organization/problem solving
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to multitask and prioritize tasks
- Research skills
- Customer service skills
- Leadership
- Safe handling and making of chemicals in the laboratory
- Applied aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Literature review
- Database management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Presentation skills
- Community outreach
- Report development
Volunteer Experience
Choir Leader/Sunday School Teacher, Mission Évangélique Shékina, Ottawa, ON, 01/01/16, present, Create and maintain a calendar for the choir team and for the intercession team, Sunday school teacher (instruct children on biblical stories, conduct activities to engage children, test their knowledge and understanding of the taught concepts), Created and implemented a code of conduct for choir members, Count the incoming donations and log them into the church's financial books, Communicate with members from other churches, departments, and external groups to improve the quality of the services given., Translate services from French to English/English to French (in written communication and orally during the service), Write meeting minutes and briefing notes for the leading pastor, Conflict resolution when misunderstandings occurred
Affiliations
- Choir Leader, French to English interpreter, Sunday school teacher and member of the finance team for Mission Evangelique la Gloire des Nations
- Avid reader and knowledge seeker during my spare time
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Assistant
Smart Prosperity Institute
08.2022 - 03.2025
Junior Science Officer
Environment and Climate Change Canada
01.2022 - 04.2022
Junior Science Officer
Environment and Climate Change Canada
07.2021 - 09.2021
Receptionist
Ottawa Public Health
03.2021 - 10.2021
Customer service representative/Cash Office associate
Hudson’s Bay company
10.2016 - 03.2020
Honors Bachelor of Art - Psychology, Biology
Carleton University
Honors Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Ottawa
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