Administrative Assistant, Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change
Graduate Program in Public Policy, Administration & Law, Master of Public Policy, Administration and Law (MPPAL) 2015
Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA), 2015

Tell prospective students a bit about the work you do?
I perform a variety of administrative functions in my role with emphasis both on efficiency and accuracy.
Some activities include:
• Drafting and editing various forms of documents including slide decks, agendas, process flow charts, spreadsheets, and correspondences.
• Drafting Grant Fund Agreements for the Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund.
• Scheduling appointments and meetings for Branch staff.
• Supporting management in the recruitment process, which includes assisting with the preparation of scoring sheets and assignments for interviews.

Tell prospective students a bit about how your studies at York helped you to get where you are today.

The Specialized Honours Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) program, Management stream, at the School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA) provided me with an in depth understanding of both the broader context and intricate workings of governance while stressing the importance of accountability and ethics. With this understanding at hand, it was rather seamless for me to transition from school to public service work as I was able to market myself effectively. Further, the practical learning experiences offered through the BPA curriculum exposed me to the 'nomenclature of governance' which has enabled me to be an effective communicator in the workplace from the get go leading to positive outcomes.