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Andrew Ziramba

Goreville,IL
"Be slow to speak and quick to listen."

Summary

Analytical Policy professional familiar with reviewing regulations, legislation and policies. Has a strong background in policy development and program administration environments. Excellent writing, presentation and public speaking skills. Crafts well-reasoned and detailed reports devised to induce performance improvement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Officer

Service Canada - Temporary Foreign Worker Program
01.2019 - Current
  • Assess and analyze program performance data and implement corrective measures.
  • Ensure financial stewardship through responsible use of government funds.
  • Consult and liaise with senior staff, unit, branch, and divisional management to implement special projects and ensure optimum delivery of program.
  • Communicate regularly with management to keep program responsive to changing demands.
  • Evaluate systems to identify and eliminate deficiencies impacting program effectiveness.
  • Monitor milestones and results on individual Grant and Contribution agreements.
  • Prepare accurate and appropriately written Recommendation Reports with supporting documentation.
  • Review program implementation plans to assess risk and feasibility.
  • Analyze internal reports to evaluate program effectiveness by using outcomes-based approach.
  • Conducted research to identify and scrutinize potential grantees.

Vice President of Union (Volunteer)

Service Canada - ESDC Program Delivery (Union 541)
12.2019 - 12.2020
  • Identified and resolved issues between the employer and employees, promoting better collaboration and mutual respect.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily assignments and team targets.
  • Established performance goals for the union and provided methods for reaching milestones.
  • Prepared and delivered professional speeches to address executive leaders, management, and union members.
  • Forecasted a budget for three hundred and fifty members and assessed long-term financial planning (an investment portfolio totaling two hundred and fifty thousand dollars implemented).
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.

Program and Service Delivery Clerk

Service Canada - Temporary Foreign Worker Program
02.2018 - 01.2019
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Trained junior employees tasks related to incoming applications for triaging and data entry.
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
  • Monitored office supplies and made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.

Junior Assistant Coach (Volunteer)

York University - Track And Field Club
06.2008 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential.
  • Planned team travel arrangements, including transportation, food, and lodging.
  • Developed strong relationship with athletes to assist in reaching goals by building trust and rapport.
  • Observed athletes during practice and track and field meets to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.

Team Lead

Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre
08.2014 - 02.2018
  • Directed and supervised team of twelve engaged in field house gymnasium, pool, and studio set up.
  • Updated daily logs with production activities and special incidents.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily assignments and team targets.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.

Senior Sports Counsellor

YMCA
05.2015 - 09.2015
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures in nature.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Maintained accurate and current forms and schedules outlining information such as class times and activities.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Assisted in recruitment and hiring of new recreation staff.
  • Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.

Sales Lead Keyholder

KEEN Footwear
02.2010 - 08.2014
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Trained and mentored new employees.
  • Opened and closed store four days per week by counting registers, making deposits, and storing and filing all daily paperwork.
  • Tracked, analyzed and reported store sales performance metrics to store manager.
  • Monitored and restricted access to keys to maintain store security.

Marina Dock Hand

Ontario Place
05.2012 - 10.2012
  • Followed safety protocols while working, avoiding accidents and injuries.
  • Coordinated effective schedules for recreational groups.
  • Managed daily tasks consistently and supported business targets.
  • Refilled water vessels with appropriate levels of fluids and lubricants.
  • Trained and mentored new employees on company procedures and safety protocols.
  • Responded to customer requests efficiently and with knowledgeable assistance.
  • Removed safety hazards, soiled items, and trash from customer areas.

Administrative Assistant Intern

Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council
12.2009 - 06.2012
  • Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and competing priorities.
  • Scheduled meetings and assisted in making travel arrangements.
  • Assisted with organization and maintenance of office filing system for easy retrieval of information.
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of sensitive information to protect privacy and security of company data.
  • Prepared and edited documents and reports for quality and accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Health Studies - Health Policy

York University, Toronto, ON, Canada
12.2017
  • Specialized in Health Policy.
  • Student Scholar Athlete [Varsity football and track and field athlete].

High School Diploma -

Satec @ W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute, Toronto, ON, Canada
06.2010
  • Student Scholar Athlete [Varsity football and track and field athlete].
  • Awarded [Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Build Character, Build Success Scholarship].

Skills

  • Client Relationship Building
  • Engaging Stakeholders
  • Project Management
  • Report Preparation
  • Public Speaking
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Research
  • Cognitive Flexibility
  • Strategic Planning
  • Policy and Procedure Modification
  • Digital Archiving
  • Strategic Writing
  • Analytical Thinking

Interests

  • Volunteering for York University Track and Field Club (Former Team Ontario member 2009-2015).
  • Avid Golfer.
  • Aviation devotee
  • Enthusiastic baker and occasional chef in the kitchen.
  • Enjoy the outdoors, specifically duck hunting with family.
  • Sporadic weekend pianist and drummer.

Timeline

Vice President of Union (Volunteer) - Service Canada - ESDC Program Delivery (Union 541)
12.2019 - 12.2020
Program Officer - Service Canada - Temporary Foreign Worker Program
01.2019 - Current
Program and Service Delivery Clerk - Service Canada - Temporary Foreign Worker Program
02.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Sports Counsellor - YMCA
05.2015 - 09.2015
Team Lead - Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre
08.2014 - 02.2018
Marina Dock Hand - Ontario Place
05.2012 - 10.2012
Sales Lead Keyholder - KEEN Footwear
02.2010 - 08.2014
Administrative Assistant Intern - Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council
12.2009 - 06.2012
Junior Assistant Coach (Volunteer) - York University - Track And Field Club
06.2008 - 01.2019
York University - Bachelor of Health Studies, Health Policy
Satec @ W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute - High School Diploma,
Andrew Ziramba