Kirsten Sage
Calgary,AB
Summary
Accomplished in organizational development and relationship management, I excel in strategic planning and process improvement. At Parks Canada, I led teams to enhance procurement policies and client engagement, achieving significant operational efficiencies. Skilled in data analytics and policy analysis, my expertise drives impactful decisions and fosters strong client relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Advisor - National Contracting Services
Parks Canada
Calgary
04.2021 - Current
- Experience in providing leadership when supervising employees and in giving instruction and delivering training
- Experience in scheduling and performance evaluation
- Experience providing expert recommendations to clients on procurement policies and processes
- Experience to lead project teams and working groups
Advisor - National Contracting Services
Parks Canada
Calgary, AB
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Experience with complex procurement process including but not limited to developing statements of work (SOW), developing mandatory and technical requirements, negotiation, evaluation of bids, contracts, debriefing.
- Experience providing expert recommendations to clients on procurement policies and processes
- Experience with the delivery and management of practices and principles of procurement and contracting services, including client requisitions, sourcing, procurement planning and performance measurement
- Experience to lead project teams and working groups
Contracting Officer - National Contracting Service
Parks Canada
Calgary, AB
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Experience in providing direct service and advice to clients on procedures and policies related to the procurement of goods or services
- Experience in working in a team environment
- Experience in providing administrative support services
- Experience using various software programs to create reports/spreadsheets
Sales Officer
Parks Canada
Calgary, AB
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Experience in preparing reports and analysis
- Experience in assessing and ensuring quality of services
- Experience in providing administrative support services
- Experience using various software programs to create reports/spreadsheets
- Experience in providing client service
Team Lead II - Visitor Services
Parks Canada
Radium Hot Springs, BC
06.2015 - 10.2016
- Knowledge of Parks Canada and the Banff, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks
- Experience in assessing and ensuring quality of services
- Experience in providing leadership when supervising employees and in giving instruction and delivering training
- Experience in scheduling and performance evaluation
- Knowledge of prevention guidelines and health and safety program
Visitor Services Attendant
Parks Canada
Radium Hot Springs, BC
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Knowledge of Parks Canada and the Banff, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks
- Provide up to date information and service to public
- Accurate cash handling, balancing daily sales, operating POS equipment, credit/debit machine
- Keen team player, listening to others, connecting with people, and communicating effectively
- Safe cleaning (including washrooms) of public facilities
- Accurately identifying problems and working towards solutions in a timely manner
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB05.2014
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Relationship building and management
- Data Analytics
- Policy analysis
- Training facilitation
- Presentations and public speaking
- Training and mentoring
- Client Engagement
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
Accomplishments
Parks Canada 2024 CEO Award of Excellence
Parks Canada 2021 CEO Award of Excellence
Parks Canada 2017 CEO Award of Excellence
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Advisor - National Contracting Services
Parks Canada
04.2021 - Current
Advisor - National Contracting Services
Parks Canada
04.2019 - 03.2021
Contracting Officer - National Contracting Service
Parks Canada
01.2018 - 03.2019
Sales Officer
Parks Canada
02.2017 - 01.2018
Team Lead II - Visitor Services
Parks Canada
06.2015 - 10.2016
Visitor Services Attendant
Parks Canada
06.2010 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Calgary