Dominique Dufour
National Capital Region (NHQ)
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy, Research & Data Officer (Acting EC-04)
Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada
Ottawa
04.2023 - Current
- Prepares agendas, chair notes, records of decisions, and presentations for senior-level committees.
- Documents processes and procedures to support sectoral oversight.
- Develops and implements reporting and performance standards, including standardizing formats, refining communication protocols, and consulting with internal teams.
- Acts as a governance point of contact for internal and external oversight bodies.
- Leads the Risk Register Pilot (Oct 2023–May 2025), collaborating with stakeholders, analyzing risks, preparing templates, and delivering progress presentations to senior management.
- Researches and synthesizes branch risk monitoring methods to standardize departmental Risk Management Policy Frameworks, identify gaps and recommend cross-departmental solutions.
Briefing Officer (EC-02)
Environment & Climate Change Canada
Gatineau
11.2019 - 04.2023
- Coordinated weekly management meetings, provided case updates to senior management, and prepared minutes.
- Delivered daily progress reports on ATIP requests, Public Inquiries, Media Calls, and Ministerial Correspondences.
- Conducted research and offered strategic recommendations for the National Referral Protocol (NRP) project launch.
- Addressed regional officer inquiries on environmental regulations (i.e., WSER, DAS, and the Fisheries Act).
- Translated and interpreted documents (English and French).
Junior Business Analyst (EC-02)
Employment and Social Development Canada
Gatineau
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Drafted ministerial correspondences, briefing notes, QP cards, and memorandums for the minister and Cabinet submissions.
- Managed access to information and privacy (ATIP) requests, and coordinated legal opinion requests.
- Conducted research and analysis on Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program files and related reports.
- Supported initiatives, including the TFW Program’s Unannounced Inspections Pilot, and the National Strategy on Human Trafficking.
- Updated SharePoint with file statuses and standardized internal documents, including Procedures Manuals.
Locally Engaged Staff
Embassy of the United States of America (U.S.A.)
Ottawa
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Prepared reports and briefing notes for the U.S. State Department on Canadian political developments, including key topics (i.e., marijuana legalization, and Bill C-21).
- Attended parliamentary briefings and reported on issues regarding Venezuela's human rights crisis, and human trafficking in Canada.
- Organized conferences and managed logistics for high-profile events and official visits.
- Translated and interpreted correspondence between English and French.
Program Officer (PM-02)
Employment and Social Development Canada
Gatineau
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Synthesized the Maturity Model Project and prepared presentations (in English and French) for senior management.
- Successfully co-organized the Values and Ethics Open Dialogue on a Respectful and Healthy Workplace conference.
- Translated emails, presentations, and briefing notes (English, French) in a timely manner.
Administrative Assistant (AS-01)
Employment and Social Development Canada
Gatineau
04.2014 - 08.2014
- Conducted legal research for Counsel using CanLII and various case law.
- I wrote memorandums to the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC).
- Updated the weekly report on cases assigned to counsel.
- Organized court files, records, secret files, and other legal documents.
- Answered incoming phone calls, professionally greeted clients, and responded to inquiries.
Education
Master of Arts - Public & International Affairs
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON05-2023
Honors Bachelor of Social Science - Conflict Studies & Human Rights, Cert. in Law
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON05-2016
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Research and Data Analysis
- Project and Team Leadership
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs
- Knowledge of Power BI, Canva, and Tableau
- Risk assessment
- Performance measurement
- Stakeholder engagement
Accomplishments
- Winter 2024: Recognized with an Instant Award for enhancing organizational practices at Immigration, Refugee & Citizenship Canada, setting a benchmark for risk reporting and monitoring, widely adopted across sectors.
- Spring 2016: Recognized with a Certification of Recognition from the Canadian Red Cross and the University of Ottawa for participation in the 10th Edition Summer School of International Humanitarian Law.
- Spring 2016: Honored with the Outstanding Position Paper Award and the Honorable Delegation of 2016 Award at the National Model United Nations Conference in New York.
Languages
SLE (English, French): E-E-E
Native/ Bilingual
Security
- Secret Clearance (valid until 2034)
Timeline
Policy, Research & Data Officer (Acting EC-04)
Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada
04.2023 - Current
Briefing Officer (EC-02)
Environment & Climate Change Canada
11.2019 - 04.2023
Locally Engaged Staff
Embassy of the United States of America (U.S.A.)
09.2018 - 12.2018
Junior Business Analyst (EC-02)
Employment and Social Development Canada
07.2016 - 11.2019
Program Officer (PM-02)
Employment and Social Development Canada
07.2015 - 12.2015
Administrative Assistant (AS-01)
Employment and Social Development Canada
04.2014 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Public & International Affairs
University of Ottawa
Honors Bachelor of Social Science - Conflict Studies & Human Rights, Cert. in Law
University of Ottawa
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