Shemar Barnes
Winnipeg
Summary
Strategic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in government, business operations, and research management. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, enhancing organizational performance, and cultivating strong stakeholder partnerships across public, private, and academic sectors. Expertise in translating complex objectives into actionable strategies that consistently yield measurable results. Committed to driving innovation and fostering collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Ministerial Affairs (Chief of Staff)
Government of Manitoba
01.2025 - Current
- Provide high-level political, strategic, and operational support to the Minister.
- Liaise with senior government officials and stakeholders to align initiatives with policy priorities.
- Oversee coordination of ministerial briefings, stakeholder engagement, and interdepartmental collaboration.
Special Assistant to the Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care
Government of Manitoba
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Supported the Deputy Premier and Minister in advancing health and long-term care priorities across Manitoba.
- Managed interdepartmental coordination and communications between the Minister’s Office, the Premier’s Office, and provincial health agencies.
- Prepared research, briefing materials, and stakeholder correspondence to guide policy, legislative, and operational decisions.
Research Lab Manager
University of Manitoba
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Oversaw grant development, budgeting, and project delivery for multi-disciplinary research initiatives.
- Built and maintained strategic partnerships with funders and institutional stakeholders.
- Implemented process improvements that strengthened compliance and reporting efficiency.
Operations Manager
Elite Nursing & Home Healthcare Services
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed daily business operations and human-resource planning to improve service delivery.
- Designed operational frameworks to enhance efficiency and accountability.
- Coordinated with regional health partners to align services with provincial standards.
Field Enablement Agent
Shaw Communications
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Supported field operations by coordinating installations, resolving escalations, and mentoring new hires.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Project Management Personnel – Strategic Planning
National Water Commission
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Conducted cost-benefit and post-project evaluations to measure program performance.
- Reviewed policies to ensure alignment with national strategic objectives.
- Supported implementation oversight to identify savings and strengthen governance.
Education
MBA - Global Leadership
University of Fredericton
Fredericton, NB01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Technology, Jamaica
Kingston, Jamaica01-2017
Skills
- Leadership & Strategy
- Policy & Program Development
- Operations Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Change Implementation
- Research & Data Analysis
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- Team Collaboration
- Business Strategy
- Process Improvement
- People Management
- Communication & Team Development
Timeline
Director of Ministerial Affairs (Chief of Staff)
Government of Manitoba
01.2025 - Current
Special Assistant to the Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care
Government of Manitoba
01.2023 - 01.2025
Research Lab Manager
University of Manitoba
01.2022 - 01.2023
Operations Manager
Elite Nursing & Home Healthcare Services
01.2022 - 01.2023
Field Enablement Agent
Shaw Communications
01.2019 - 01.2022
Project Management Personnel – Strategic Planning
National Water Commission
01.2014 - 01.2016
MBA - Global Leadership
University of Fredericton
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Technology, Jamaica