Chunny Varaich

As an experienced Consultant with over 6 years of expertise in project management and strategic planning, I specialize in collaborating with First Nations and leading major infrastructure projects. My skills encompass stakeholder engagement, particularly with Indigenous communities, and economic development, where I've successfully created economic development corporations, secured funding, negotiated partnerships and joint ventures, and facilitated job creation. I excel in orchestrating multi-stakeholder discussions, managing comprehensive engagement plans for multi-million dollar projects, and steering initiatives that align community values with business objectives. My strategic approach has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and community impact, establishing me as a leader in integrating diverse community inputs into regional development plans.

As a Marketing Coordinator Contractor at UBC, I specialize in developing and executing both short-term and long-term marketing strategies to enhance the visibility of Dr. Terry Sunderland’s research lab. My role involves crafting and managing targeted advertising campaigns, offering innovative ideas and recommendations to optimize marketing efforts, and contributing to the drafting of research proposals for government funding. I also focus on building strategic relationships by partnering with key industry players, agencies, and vendors, and conducting thorough research to identify and report on potential strategic partnerships.

• Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
• Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
• Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
• Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
• Helped Professors with recordkeeping, such as tracking attendance and calculating grades
• Assisted Professors in preparing for lessons by, researching, getting materials ready, setting up equipment and organizing calendars

As a Junior Consultant at the UNECE, I played a pivotal role in the annual production of the UNECE/FAO Forest Products Market Review. My responsibilities included liaising with member states to ensure accurate data collection and communicating effectively to maintain data integrity. I conducted in-depth research and authored chapters focusing on significant topics and key projects spearheaded by the UNECE Forests Division. Additionally, I was responsible for the meticulous editing of publication chapters, ensuring content clarity and coherence. My analytical acumen was essential in analyzing, recording, and presenting data, where I developed detailed graphs and tables to illustrate data trends clearly, facilitating informed decision-making among stakeholders.

• Coordinated critical support functions within the administration team, focusing on optimizing managers and partners’ schedules and operational needs. This included managing calendars, orchestrating meeting logistics, and overseeing the preparation of expense reports.
• Played a key role in enhancing communication efficiency by handling client correspondence and facilitating internal collaboration across all levels to address administrative challenges. Additionally, I was responsible for the precision editing of financial statements and ensuring compliance with firm guidelines.
• My duties extended to coordinating the completion of tax returns, assembling presentation packages, and preparing meeting materials. I also managed follow-up correspondence with the CRA and ensured timely communication with clients, showcasing my ability to streamline complex administrative processes.

• I led the orchestration of operational logistics and resource management to support seamless event execution. My responsibilities included drafting critical correspondence, managing supply inventory efficiently, and maintaining meticulous records.
• I played a crucial role in streamlining documentation processes by organizing, filing, and retrieving documents as required to support ongoing projects.
• I coordinated schedules effectively, liaising with other professionals within the company to ensure optimal alignment of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Managed the routing of purchase orders and invoice documents to the appropriate recipients, ensuring accurate and timely financial processing. My leadership ensured that every project component was executed flawlessly, contributing significantly to the company's reputation for excellence in event management.

• Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
• Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
• Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
• Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.