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Fatma Rattansi

Fatma Rattansi

Summary

Developed analytical skills within fast-paced, data-driven environment. Skilled in extracting and interpreting data to provide meaningful insights and support decision-making processes. Seeking to transition into new field leveraging transferable skills in data analysis and problem-solving.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Policy Analyst (Contract)

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Strategic Policy Branch
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Analyzed in-depth research of the U.S. dairy sector's policies and regulations, before preparing a comprehensive report on dairy policies and supply management systems.
  • Synthesized daily policy updates on emerging supply chain issues (e.g., avian flu) into 1-page briefs for the Deputy Director, enabling the Deputy Director to address critical policy challenges.
  • Engaged in three meetings with government officials, including the Canadian Dairy Commission, to gather insights on current issues and contributed three sections to the 'Dairy Policies' report.

Research Assistant (Contract)

Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assessed data for 30+ research sources on energy insecurity and energy poverty driving the development of targeted research questions, while ensuring alignment with project aims and community needs.
  • Enhanced qualitative data collection via coordinating 12 research interviews, compiling findings to influence the City of Saskatoon's energy support program for low-income families, improving energy affordability.
  • Coordinated cross-functional research project with municipal and academic partners.
  • Provided bi-weekly research updates and findings to City of Saskatoon officials on research findings related to low-income households and energy poverty, ensuring transparency and stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Remote Work

Research Assistant (Contract)

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Science and Technology Branch
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Identified and compiled key data points from soil experiments in 40+ scientific journals, creating a comparative analysis that delivered crucial insights to inform the supervisor's research project.
  • Mastered diverse soil sampling techniques in laboratory, greenhouse, and field environments, processing 100+ samples per week through sieving, supporting the project's objective of determining optimal growth requirements.

Sustainability Coordinator (Contract)

Hillfield Strathallan College
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive data collection and management by analyzing four years of utility bills and emissions data, identifying 10% increase in transportation emissions.
  • Managed sustainability data collection processes by mapping key themes from 30+ sources.
  • Collaborated with campus stakeholders to develop comprehensive GHG reduction roadmap targeting scope 1 & 2 emissions and net zero emissions by 2050.

Education

Master of Public Policy -

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
08.2025

Master of Climate Change - undefined

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
04.2021

Bachelor of Environmental Studies - undefined

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
08.2019

Skills

  • Business intelligence tools
  • Data collection & research
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Documentation skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Project planning
  • Due diligence
  • Research
  • Comparative analysis
  • Spreadsheet proficiency
  • Data analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Access to Information and Privacy Fundamentals (ATIP) Dec 2024 Canada School of Public Service, Ottawa, ON
  • Introduction to Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA Plus) Nov 2024 Canada School of Public Service, Ottawa, ON
  • Building Your Presentation Jun 2024 Canada School of Public Service, Ottawa, ON
  • Panel on Research Ethics (TCPS 2: CORE 2022) May 2023 Government of Canada (Remote)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Swahili
Limited Working

Timeline

Policy Analyst (Contract)

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Strategic Policy Branch
05.2024 - 12.2024

Research Assistant (Contract)

Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan
01.2023 - 03.2024

Research Assistant (Contract)

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Science and Technology Branch
09.2022 - 03.2023

Sustainability Coordinator (Contract)

Hillfield Strathallan College
03.2022 - 08.2022

Master of Climate Change - undefined

University of Waterloo

Bachelor of Environmental Studies - undefined

University of Waterloo

Master of Public Policy -

University of Saskatchewan
Fatma Rattansi