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Conlan Donahue

Calgary,Canada

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Sustainability CoordinatorPolicy AnalystEnergy Specialist

Work Type

Full Time

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RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Calgary, Canada, CA
Open to relocation: No

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Company CultureCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs

Summary

Sustainability professional with a Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Development, recognized for developing and executing effective sustainability strategies. Translates complex scientific data into actionable business insights for diverse stakeholders, driving cross-functional initiatives and fostering stakeholder engagement. Committed to advancing organizational sustainability goals through data-driven decision-making. Driven by a continuous learning mindset, I am actively committed to obtaining advanced industry certifications including LEED Green Associate, TRUE Waste, and Greenhouse Gas Protocol to stay at the forefront of evolving environmental frameworks. Adept at driving stakeholder engagement, data analytics & modeling. I am an exceptionally strong candidate positioned to deliver immediate, strategic value to an environmental advisory team.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sustainability Coordinator

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, Canada
10.2023 - Current
  • Drive momentum for the Office of Sustainability through the strategic development and execution of SAIT's Sustainability Strategy.
  • Operate within C-Suite Offices to cultivate stakeholder relations and build compelling business cases for organizational sustainability initiatives.
  • Facilitated cross-functional planning to develop the institutional sustainability strategy and led the focused rollout of the action plan.
  • Co-chaired Sustainable Development Advisory Council and participated in Indigenous Engagement Advisory Council to influence sustainability practices.
  • Led engagement initiatives across institution to align stakeholders and advance sustainability goals.
  • Supervise student work placements and guide capstone projects.
  • Proposed, developed, and published the SAIT 5-year Sustainability Roadmap (2024-2026).
  • Coordinated and delivered monthly learning series on local and global sustainability, enhancing awareness among students, faculty, and staff.
  • Earned a promotion from Assistant to Coordinator in 2025.
  • Received 12 employee recognition awards throughout 2025 for outstanding contributions.

Watershed Restoration Assistant

Oldman Watershed Council (OWC)
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Promoted to a permanent full-time position within six months of hire due to strong project management and operational performance.
  • Coordinated riparian restoration initiatives and enforced field safety protocols to ensure compliance during environmental fieldwork, enhancing team safety and project integrity.
  • Synthesized and visualized complex environmental data to guide water quality and restoration strategies.
  • Managed stakeholder communications—including governmental relations—through targeted events, blogs, and VR technology, fostering community engagement and awareness.
  • Developed and delivered K-12 watershed education programs across virtual, classroom, and outdoor settings, enriching student understanding of environmental stewardship.

Research Assistant, Environmental Co-Management

Government of Alberta & University of Lethbridge
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Facilitated research and project development, driving progress in regional environmental management and influencing policy objectives.
  • Applied 'Two-Eyed Seeing' framework, integrating Indigenous traditional knowledge with contemporary environmental science to enrich project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with Piikani Nation and academic partners on Western & Indigenous Environmental Co-management project, enhancing sustainable practices in Castle Mountain Region.

Education

Master of Science - Sustainable Energy Development

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
07-2026

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB
04-2022

High School Diploma -

F.P. Walshe
Fort Macleod, AB

Skills

  • Sustainability strategy
  • Project management
  • Business case development
  • Strategic planning
  • Global frameworks application
  • Watershed health assessment
  • Riparian restoration coordination
  • Environmental stewardship initiatives
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Government relations
  • Indigenous consultation
  • Indigenous knowledge
  • Communications management
  • Environmental education initiatives
  • Community outreach presentations
  • Data synthesis and analysis
  • Field data analysis
  • Aquatic biomonitoring techniques
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Sustainability data analytics

Scholarships And Awards

  • Creasey Award, University of Calgary, 03/01/26, 3000
  • 2nd Place 3 Minute Thesis Project Presentation, University of Calgary, 01/01/26, 200
  • ERI Indigenous Graduate Scholarship in Sustainable Energy, University of Calgary, Spring 2025, 36000
  • Metis Scholar Award, Government of Alberta, Spring 2021, 6000
  • Alexander Rutherford Scholarship, Government of Alberta, Fall 2017, 2500

Certifications And Qualifications

  • Environmental Education and Community Engagement Online Course, Cornell University
  • Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network, CABIN Field Technician
  • Outdoor Field Guide, Outdoor Council of Canada
  • Bear Smart, Crowsnest Pass Bear Smart Association
  • Standard First Aid, CPR C & AED, 05/25/24

Skills

Institutional sustainability strategy development and execution., Application of global frameworks, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and STARS criteria., Coordination of riparian restoration initiatives and watershed health assessment., Integration of Indigenous traditional knowledge with contemporary Western environmental science practices., Cross-functional planning and strategic road mapping., Comprehensive team logistics management, including budgeting and scheduling., Building compelling business cases for organizational sustainability., Execution of practical environmental stewardship initiatives, including comprehensive waste signage audits., Comprehensive stakeholder engagement, governmental relations, and internal/external communications., Indigenous consultation and stakeholder alignment., Educational programming, curriculum design, and peer-led mentorship., Public presentation and synthesis of complex environmental data for diverse audiences., Aquatic biomonitoring and field data synthesis utilizing CABIN field protocols., Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities., Oversight of field safety protocols during environmental fieldwork., Utilization of VR technology for environmental visualization.

Community Leadership And Volunteer Work

  • Assistant, Piikani Sun Dance Ceremony, Piikani Nation (Smith Sundance), 2021
  • Convocation Assistant, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), 2024
  • Head & Assistant Volleyball Coach, Lethbridge Volleyball Club & Chinook High School, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023

Research

Public Participation Pathways Under the Building Canada Act, 2nd place in 3 Minute Thesis Competition, Creasey Award (Faculty Recommendation), Presented Findings at International Association for Society and Natural Resources (IASNR) Conference, and SEDV Capstone Symposium

Timeline

Sustainability Coordinator

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
10.2023 - Current

Watershed Restoration Assistant

Oldman Watershed Council (OWC)
04.2022 - 06.2023

Research Assistant, Environmental Co-Management

Government of Alberta & University of Lethbridge
05.2021 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Sustainable Energy Development

University of Calgary

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of Lethbridge

High School Diploma -

F.P. Walshe

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