Tanya Faire
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Demonstrated skills in policy analysis, project management, government relations, negotiations, and in a regulatory environment. Highly adept at writing briefing notes, repots, and correspondence for senior decision makers. Experience leading high stakes, complex project work and in building relations with a variety of stakeholders, government agencies, and business partners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Major Projects Coordinator
Musqueam Indian Band
Vancouver
04.2021 - Current
- Act as the lead on a portfolio of major infrastructure projects by coordinating resources, ensuring appropriate consultation, negotiating agreements, and executing ongoing project milestones
- Support Musqueam's negotiation team on key aspects of consultation and accommodation, including assisting in formulating negotiation strategies, identifying issues, and providing regulatory advice
- Coordinate community outreach and engagement
- Manage project budgets and outcomes and ensure proper financial tracking and reporting
- Build collaborative relationships within Musqueam administration as well as establish and maintain positive communications and relationships with government, business, and other First Nation partners.
Project Analyst
Musqueam Indian Band
Vancouver
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Review and analyze incoming project referrals, undertake strategic planning and identify priorities related to intergovernmental affairs
- Integrate Musqueam's interests and concerns into correspondence with proponents and regulators
- Provide support to project leads in reviewing and analyzing materials related to environmental impact assessments
- Provide advice and recommendations to senior decision makers and Musqueam political leadership
TRI Program Manager
Bodwell College
Vancouver, BC
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Oversaw the planning, budgeting, supervision and implementation of all aspects of the TRI program
- Supervision of teachers, students, and other managers
- Coordinate with operations manager in addition to international student agents to address difficult situations as they arose
- Address sensitive situations and individual needs of students through mediation and conflict resolution
- Negotiated contracts with outside vendors and coordinated logistics of off-campus events and activities for large groups
Education
Master of Arts - Public Policy
Simon Fraser University
Vancouver, BC06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC06.2010
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Project Management
- Problem Resolution
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Major Projects Coordinator
Musqueam Indian Band
04.2021 - Current
Project Analyst
Musqueam Indian Band
12.2019 - 04.2021
TRI Program Manager
Bodwell College
05.2019 - 09.2019
Master of Arts - Public Policy
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Victoria