Derin Derici
Halifax
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Services Assistant
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL CAPITAL INC.
11.2023 - Current
- Reviewing federal business visa applications, business plans and financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate processing
- Collaborate with global agents to facilitate immigration processes, contributing to economic growth initiatives in Canada.
Regional Representative
Worldwide Cultural Exchange Program
09.2023 - Current
- Supporting exchange students in Nova Scotia, collaborating closely with Nova Scotia International Student Program (NSISP)
- Presenting program to prospective clients and provide emergency support for Turkish exchange students across the province.
Campus Tour Guide
Saint Francis Xavier University
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Achieved one of the highest acceptance rates for incoming students within the first two months of employment through persuasive communication.
Data Analyst Internship/Intern
Self Employed Women's Association
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Presented final project to World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and relevant United Nations bodies
- Collected and analyzed data using IBM SPSS, ensuring reliability of research findings, which involved inputting over 1000 data points
- Conducted focus group interviews with over 300 labourers, employing effective facilitation techniques to gather qualitative research data.
Research Internship/Intern
Self Employed Women's Association
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Expanded Human Capital Index and Framework, leading to official publication of research in Development Policy Review on Wiley Online Library.
- Analyzed over 200 peer-reviewed articles and government documents to analyze various concepts of Human Capital in depth · Prepared presentations and reports using MS Office for round table discussions with laborers, senior officials, and World Bank representatives, including non-English speakers
Director of Marketing / SBS
Gerald Schwartz School Of Business
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Organized and played pivotal role in executing th largest university recruiting event within team of 15 individuals
- Networked proactively with sponsors, such as but not limited to Deloitte, BMO, and Irving Ltd.
- Allocated $10,000 budget, increasing event participation through marketing efforts, successfully covering expenses.
International Students Representative
Saint Francis Xavier University / Student Union
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Compiled bi-weekly reports for Student Union Council, ensuring transparent communication of updates
- Provided customized academic and social resources, as needed, to support a total of over 1500 students
- Reviewed applications and conducted hiring processes for student candidates, ensuring a fair and objective evaluation
International Student Society Financial Treasurer
Saint Francis Xavier University
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated strong financial acumen and risk analysis by effectively managing expenses within our $5000 budget, optimizing resources, and ensuring financial sustainability of the society ·
- Operated the society team consistently, exhibiting effective negotiation skills to engage local businesses for events
Safety and Security Officer / X-Patrol
Saint Francis Xavier University
09.2019 - 05.2023
- Supervised staff and ensured safety of students with medical assistance, situational reports and law enforcement as needed
Cashier
SOBEYS INC.
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted customers with sales transactions effectively and handled cash.
Off-Campus President
Saint Francis Xavier University
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw budget allocation of the Campus Affairs and coordinated fundraising initiatives with campus communities and residences · Executed digital marketing campaigns for event promotion across multiple platforms
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Advanced Marketing
Saint Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS05.2022
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Economics -
SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER UNIVERSITY
Antigonish, NS05.2023
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Offered guidance to first and second-year business students under Schwartz Legacy Mentor Program
- Elected as Director of Social Media and Student Relations for the Turkish Society of Nova Scotia, following receipt of the Student Volunteer of the Year Award
Timeline
Immigration Services Assistant
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL CAPITAL INC.
11.2023 - Current
Regional Representative
Worldwide Cultural Exchange Program
09.2023 - Current
Campus Tour Guide
Saint Francis Xavier University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Director of Marketing / SBS
Gerald Schwartz School Of Business
09.2022 - 06.2023
Data Analyst Internship/Intern
Self Employed Women's Association
05.2022 - 09.2022
Research Internship/Intern
Self Employed Women's Association
05.2021 - 09.2021
International Students Representative
Saint Francis Xavier University / Student Union
05.2021 - 05.2022
International Student Society Financial Treasurer
Saint Francis Xavier University
05.2021 - 05.2022
Off-Campus President
Saint Francis Xavier University
06.2020 - 05.2021
Safety and Security Officer / X-Patrol
Saint Francis Xavier University
09.2019 - 05.2023
Cashier
SOBEYS INC.
09.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Business Administration - Advanced Marketing
Saint Francis Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Economics -
SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER UNIVERSITY
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