Gaelin MacDonald
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in Indigenous student engagement, engagement with Indigenous cultural practices, records management, Microsoft Office, and customer service. Frequently praised as hard-working by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Way Finder, Student Ambassador
Writing Symbols Lodge, University Of Calgary
09.2024 - Current
- Served as student ambassador for the Otap Imisskaan program, promoting engagement and support for Indigenous students
- Facilitated workshops and activities for Indigenous youth ages 11-25, fostering leadership development in personal, team, and community spheres
- Taught and mentored participants in leadership skills, including effective communication, teamwork, and community involvement
- Organized various events and managed team calendars to ensure smooth program operations
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Teams, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel to support program activities and documentation
Indigenous Student Access Program, Assistant
Writing Symbols Lodge, University Of Calgary
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with planning, coordinating, and executing day-to-day and program activities to ensure efficient and effective operations.
- Provided administrative support to ISAP coordinator streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization.
- Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.
- Implemented centralized record-keeping system to improve overall data accuracy and accessibility for team members.
- Assisted in development of strategic plans, aligning program goals with organizational objectives.
- Maintained cultural protocol when working with Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
Student Recruitment Assistant, Indigenous
University Of Calgary
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of university policies and procedures related to student services programs.
- Performed various administrative duties such as accurately recording scheduled appointments and tracking team event attendance throughout the semester, while also promptly responding to inquiries.
- Facilitated various events including webinars, presentations at high schools, and individual meetings with prospective students.
- Established and nurtured connections with Canadian high schools and Indigenous organizations to enhance support for potential Indigenous applicants.
- Developed presentations and assisted in the production of promotional materials (such as viewbooks and postcards) targeted towards Indigenous applicants. Provided comprehensive information about available supports for Indigenous identifying individuals.
Education
Diploma - Film And Video Production
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB06-2025
Diploma -
Crescent Heights High School
06-2019
Skills
- Office 365 management
- Adobe Suite proficiency
- Student relations
- Student mentoring
- Community outreach
- Event planning and logistics
- Database entry
- Bookkeeping
Timeline
Way Finder, Student Ambassador
Writing Symbols Lodge, University Of Calgary
09.2024 - Current
Indigenous Student Access Program, Assistant
Writing Symbols Lodge, University Of Calgary
01.2024 - 08.2024
Student Recruitment Assistant, Indigenous
University Of Calgary
04.2022 - 01.2024
Diploma - Film And Video Production
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Diploma -
Crescent Heights High School
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