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Kevin Varghese

North York,Canada

Summary

Friendly and detail-oriented administrative professional with a strong background in coordinating student services, supporting office operations, and delivering excellent customer service. Proven experience in secretary duties, onboarding international students, managing documents, and creating digital content. Adept at multitasking, communicating across teams, and ensuring a welcoming, organized environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and managing social media platforms. Committed to fostering smooth daily operations and positive experiences for students and staff.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Coordinator

Deluxe Distributions
Toronto, Canada
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Liaised with clients in the film industry, handling sensitive communications under an NDA and managed delivery timelines.
  • Oversaw asset tracking, quality assurance, and delivery, of over 400 premier movies and short films, ensuring prompt and professional service.
  • Coordinated across departments to support event delivery at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Policy Analyst

Engage
Toronto, Canada
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Drafted policy documents, surveys, and reports for NGOs and government organizations, improving communication and understanding of key issues.
  • Analyzed current affairs related to budgeting, housing, technology, and international relations, contributing to informed policy recommendations.
  • Relayed vital information to the communications team to make creative and engaging policy-related content on social media.

Data Operator

KRCMAR Surveyors
Thornhill, Canada
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Digitized over 20000 private & public land survey plans, improving data accessibility and organization.
  • Assisted in the management and final editing of registered plans, enhancing the accuracy of data entry and office assistance tasks.
  • Delegated and helped in office assistant duties, including filing, data entry, and maintaining organized records to support daily administrative operations

Field Homestay Coordinator

Braemar College
Toronto, Canada
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with the homestay team to provide settlement options for over 50 newly arriving international students.
  • Produced timely reports and client profiles and helped review guidelines to enhance student support.
  • Conducted interviews with housing occupants to ensure a safe and familiar environment for students.

Communications Director

Federal Election Campaign
Toronto, Canada
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Consulted with constituents to address concerns and communicated feedback to the candidate during the Federal election campaign.
  • Developed creative strategies to engage voters, increasing campaign visibility through social media.
  • Drafted emails and responded to multiple stakeholder issues and inquiries.

Research Assistant

York University
Toronto, Canada
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Assisted in researching shared community workspaces, business practices, & sustainability for the International Studies Department.
  • Transcribed audio-visual data to text, preparing comprehensive case-by-case reports.
  • Provided logistical support for the GENIAL entrepreneurship incubation program.

Education

Master of Arts - Political Science

York University
Toronto, ON
10.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Global Political Studies/International Relations

York University
Toronto, ON
06.2022

Skills

  • Google Workspace
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Aspera
  • Data Entry
  • Document Handling
  • Office Coordination
  • Team Player
  • Active Listener
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Fundraising
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Empathetic
  • Multi-tasking
  • Analytical
  • Punctual
  • Highly motivated
  • Self-starter

Publications

Book Review on 'Resisting Extortion: Victims, Criminals, and States in Latin America', Cambridge Review of International Affairs, Vol. 36, Issue 4, 2023

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Micro-grant: Employment and Social Development Canada (Jan 2024).
  • York University Graduate Fellowship (Sept 2022 & Jan 2023).

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Coordinator

Deluxe Distributions
08.2024 - 11.2024

Policy Analyst

Engage
10.2023 - 02.2024

Data Operator

KRCMAR Surveyors
07.2022 - 01.2023

Communications Director

Federal Election Campaign
05.2021 - 09.2021

Field Homestay Coordinator

Braemar College
01.2020 - 05.2022

Research Assistant

York University
09.2017 - 05.2018

Master of Arts - Political Science

York University

Bachelor of Arts - Global Political Studies/International Relations

York University

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