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Niknaz Alemi

Vancouver

Summary

I'm an organized and detail-oriented individual with a Master's degree in Environment, Development & Peace and a passion for creating positive change. With experience in administrative coordination, project management, and community engagement, I excel in organizing meetings, drafting agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining smooth communication across teams. I'm particularly driven to support collaborative initiatives in the environmental and Indigenous sectors, and I'm eager to bring my skills to help empower communities and drive change.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crop and Animal Production Advisor

CDF Canada
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated and managed meetings with local stakeholders, documenting decisions, drafting action items, and following up on deliverables.
  • Supported logistics for team coordination and stakeholder engagement, ensuring smooth communication between local communities and partners.
  • Managed the organization and storage of project-related documents and reports, ensuring timely access and compliance with reporting requirements.

Founder and Ex-CEO

4Paws Foundation
07.2018 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated all organizational operations, including meetings, communication, and project management, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning.
  • Drafted agendas, took meeting minutes, and maintained accurate records of internal and external communications.
  • Built and maintained partnerships with various organizations and stakeholders, furthering the mission through collaborative efforts.

Business Development Officer

GIF Studio
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Coordinated project timelines, drafted agendas for team meetings, and ensured follow-up on deliverables and action items.
  • Developed presentations and reports for senior leadership, helping to streamline communication across multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Supported administrative functions, including document management, scheduling, and client communications.

Client Advisor

Royal Bank of Canada
12.2015 - 12.2016
  • Managed administrative tasks, including client documentation, records, and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal standards.
  • Scheduled and coordinated client meetings, ensuring timely follow-ups and effective communication.
  • Provided high-level customer service and administrative support in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education

MA - Environment, Development & Peace (Specialized in Climate Change)

UN-Mandated University For Peace
San Jose, CR
01.2024

BA - Economics

Simon Fraser University
Vancouver, BC
01.2014

Skills

  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar)
  • Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro)
  • Zoom & Slack (Remote Collaboration)
  • Basic Troubleshooting & System Setup

Languages

English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Circular Bioeconomy Micro-Certificate Program, The University of British Columbia, Dec 2024
  • International Environmental Law Certificate, United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), Mar 2024
  • Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Change, UPEACE Centre for Executive Education, Aug 2023

Timeline

Crop and Animal Production Advisor

CDF Canada
05.2024 - 10.2024

Founder and Ex-CEO

4Paws Foundation
07.2018 - 01.2024

Business Development Officer

GIF Studio
01.2017 - 03.2018

Client Advisor

Royal Bank of Canada
12.2015 - 12.2016

BA - Economics

Simon Fraser University

MA - Environment, Development & Peace (Specialized in Climate Change)

UN-Mandated University For Peace

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