Dawn Desmond
Antigonish,NS
Summary
Strategic director with extensive experience managing daily operations and driving business performance. Expertise in developing and implementing business strategies and plans while monitoring financial outcomes. Deep understanding of market dynamics and corporate finance principles.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Employment and Training
Paqtnkek Mikmaw Nation
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
04.2000 - 05.2012
- Developed strategic plans to support economic growth and sustainability within the Nation.
- Oversaw program implementation aligning with the Nation's goals and objectives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify community needs and address challenges effectively.
- Coordinated partnerships with external organizations to leverage additional resources and support.
- Managed budgets and resources to ensure efficient allocation for various projects.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Led community engagement initiatives to enhance cultural awareness and participation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mikmaq Studies
Cape Breton University
Sydney 09.2012 - 09.2016
Skills
- Program management
- Policy development
- Policy writing
- Program implementation
- Budget management
- Resource allocation
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Community engagement
- Needs assessment
- Labor market analysis
- Labor market trends
- Workforce development
- Job readiness training
- Employment strategies
- Job retention strategies
- Employment coaching
- Career documentation
- Career profile creation
- Professional development
- Staff development
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Communication strategies
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Mikmaq Studies
Cape Breton University
09.2012 - 09.2016
Director of Employment and Training
Paqtnkek Mikmaw Nation
04.2000 - 05.2012