Ivy Li
Toronto,ON
Summary
Experienced Education Development Project Manager with over seven years in academic program management, recruitment, and career services. Holding a Master's Degree in Project Management, I excel in fostering employer relationships, organizing events, and advising students. My strong research and analytical skills complement my expertise in marketing and communication, enabling me to develop effective strategies and drive successful outcomes. With a diplomatic approach and proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships, I am well-equipped to enhance program effectiveness and achieve strategic goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-op Coordinator
University of Toronto, Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
01.2024 - Current
- Design and Implement Comprehensive Co-op Programs: Develop and execute co-op programs that integrate academic curriculum with practical work experiences, enhancing student learning and employability
- Enhance Student Professional Skills: Facilitate workshops and training sessions to build key professional competencies such as communication, teamwork, and self-development, leading to increased student job placement rates
- Collaborate with Faculty and Staff: Work closely with academic departments to align co-op programs with curriculum objectives, ensuring seamless integration and relevance to student career goals
- Leverage Educational Technologies: Implement online tools and learning management systems to streamline program delivery and communication, reducing administrative workload and improving student engagement
- Research and Analyze Trends: Conduct comprehensive research on industry trends and best practices in experiential education, informing program enhancements that keep the co-op offerings competitive and relevant.
Experiential Education Coordinator
York University, Faculty of Science
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Relationship Management: Developed and maintained strong relationships with diverse employers, ensuring successful partnerships and long-term collaborations
- Program Enhancement: Drove a 100% increase in student placements by enhancing Co-op and Internship program policies and methodologies
- Developed and executed impactful marketing strategies, improving engagement and awareness of career services
- Research and Data Analysis: Conducted detailed labour market analysis for partnership development and analyzed data to determine trends and recommend target markets
- Collaboration: Developed communication plans to support departmental objectives, liaised with students and faculty/employers to coordinate program activities
- Customer Service: Excelled in customer service and demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities.
Manager, Request for Proposal
State Street Corporation
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided supervision and guidance in the development of compelling proposals, bids, quotations
- Created Requests for Proposals and effectively communicated the organization's products and services to prospective clients
- Facilitated collaboration among multiple departments
- Assigned writing tasks to subject matter experts (SMEs) and communicated clear instructions and deadlines
- Enhanced the communication plan between SMEs and team members
- Strategically planned and executed conferences, seminars, and institutional activities.
Project Manager, Experiential Learning
Saint Mary's University
09.2017 - 04.2022
- Managed the development and implementation of experiential learning programs
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align programs with curriculum objectives
- Facilitated connections between students and local businesses
- Conducted research on industry trends and best practices
- Led initiatives to enhance program efficiency and student outcomes.
Public Program Assistant
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Conceptualized and meticulously planned community-focused events
- Efficiently coordinated a team of event volunteers
- Actively nurtured and maintained strong relationships with community organizations
- Spearheaded a program spanning multiple institutions in the Atlantic region.
Education
Master Degree - Management and Business Engineering
Conservatoire National Des Arts Et Métiers (Le CNAM)
Paris, France11.2016
FLE Diploma (Français langue étrangère） -
Université Paul Valéry - Montpellier III
06.2014
Skills
- Relations Management
- CRM & Salesforce
- Marketing Research
- Data Analysis
- Work-integrated Learning
- Simplicity (CSM) & Orbis
- Co-op Employer Engagement
- Program Management
- Presentations & Workshops
- Event Planning
- Resource Integration
Websites
Certification
- Certified Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile Practitioner 2021
- Certificate in Comprehensive Project Management Executive & Professional Development 2020
- Certificate in Leadership Essentials, Acumen Academy 2019
- Certificate in Student Mental Health 2018
Accomplishments
- Strategic Partnerships: Successfully established and maintained partnerships with key stakeholders and industry leaders.
- Program Growth: Spearheaded initiatives that resulted in significant growth in student placements and employer engagement.
- Process Improvement: Implemented new methodologies that enhanced program efficiency and student outcomes.
Languages
English
Mandarin
French
Timeline
Co-op Coordinator
University of Toronto, Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
01.2024 - Current
Experiential Education Coordinator
York University, Faculty of Science
10.2022 - 01.2024
Manager, Request for Proposal
State Street Corporation
06.2022 - 10.2022
Project Manager, Experiential Learning
Saint Mary's University
09.2017 - 04.2022
Public Program Assistant
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
05.2017 - 09.2017
Master Degree - Management and Business Engineering
Conservatoire National Des Arts Et Métiers (Le CNAM)
FLE Diploma (Français langue étrangère） -
Université Paul Valéry - Montpellier III
- Certified Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile Practitioner 2021
- Certificate in Comprehensive Project Management Executive & Professional Development 2020
- Certificate in Leadership Essentials, Acumen Academy 2019
- Certificate in Student Mental Health 2018
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