IRE ALIU
Toronto,ON
Summary
Final-year Economics student with experience in analytical, operational, and research roles across nonprofit, public-sector–adjacent, and early-stage venture environments. Strong foundation in Excel and Power BI, supporting data-driven decision-making and process improvement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Analyst (Volunteer,Part-Time)
VegOttawa
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Reviewed business operations and developed engagement initiatives to improve workflow efficiency and community participation.
- Analyzed partner and market data to identify partnership opportunities and strengthen existing partner and client relationships.
- Participated in weekly huddle meetings, contributing updates, insights, and coordination support across the team.
Operations & Research Intern
Urban Economy Forum (UEF)
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Synthesized research materials for a UN-aligned affordable housing initiative, contributing insights to a strategic report.
- Coordinated operations for the UEF7 conference by organizing meeting notes, managing speaker schedules, maintaining shared documents, and supporting logistics.
- Participated in UEF’s innovation pitch sessions with the City of Richmond Hill, reviewing sustainable urban project proposals and gathering insights for potential UEF support.
Funds & Operations Intern
Venture Platform
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted ESG and operational risk assessments across 10+ startups, improving documentation quality and compliance clarity.
- Supported implementation of the ODOO ERP system to improve budgeting, accounting, and reporting workflows.
- Prepared financial analyses and management reports to support executive decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Economics
York University
Toronto, ON06-2026
Skills
- Technical: Microsoft Office( Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Power BI, Microsoft Word, Google Workspace, ODOO ERP
- Analytical: Research, Data Interpretation, Financial & Operational Analysis, Process Documentation, Stakeholder Support
- Currently Developing: Python for Data Analysis
Timeline
Business Development Analyst (Volunteer,Part-Time)
VegOttawa
01.2026 - 03.2026
Operations & Research Intern
Urban Economy Forum (UEF)
06.2025 - 08.2025
Funds & Operations Intern
Venture Platform
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Economics
York University