Erin McIntosh

Experience

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  Peaceful Schools International

  Sept 2011 - Jun 2014

  Program Coordinator

  - Trained and coordinated facilitators in international youth peace education and conflict resolution projects- Planned, executed and reported on in-school programming and day-long conference. Including creating educational content and securing transportation, catering and venue.- Prepared media communications, including written press and television- Prepared keynote speeches and conference presentations- Developed program content, analyzed policy and researched innovations inpeace education- Collaborated across organizations, political figures and academics as part ofstrategic planning and development.- Created and managed communications via website, Facebook, monthly newsletters and emails.- Managed donor and stake-holder relations.- Maintained strong collaboration and relationship building within complex andchallenging political environments.- Championed intercultural community-building and conflict resolution. Show less

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  Original Europe Tours GMBH

  Oct 2014 - Nov 2016

  Tour Organizer and Operational Manager

  - Quality assurance of tours and brand management in programming.- Supervised, scheduled, hired, and trained a team of 15 employees.- Maintained business relationships and researched new partnerships.- Processed clients, prepared venues and transported large groups of clientsbetween various location and events during each tour.- Copy-writing, research and web content development, specifically regarding tourism and travel for the company’s blog.- Team communications and internal organizing.- Planned and executed large-scale events, promotions and tourist activities.Including multi-venue tours of upwards of 200 people. Show less

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  Sue Edworthy Arts Planning

  May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Arts Marketing Assistant

  - Assisted in producing marketing and digital communications for arts companiesin Toronto.- Maintained brand voice across multiple projects and clients.- Conducted environmental surveys and collected data for a cultural festival and promotional opportunities. - Delivered impactful media communications via multiple platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Wordpress, and Mailchimp

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  York University

  Jan 2020 - now

  - Developed engaging and interactive online and in-person tutorials for 50 first-year students in the "Future of Work" course.- Organized weekly office hours and facilitated one-on-one meetings with struggling students, resulting in an increase in overall class participation and increased student satisfaction scores.- Facilitated weekly discussion groups to engage students in critical thinking and analysis of course materials. - Researched, created and delivered engaging and informative educational material.- Communicated difficult political and sociological concepts clearly and concise.- Advised on and administered students research and assignments, grading all work promptly and with in-depth and comprehensive feedback and strategies for improvement. Show less

  • Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2019 - now

  • Graduate Assistant

    Jan 2020 - Apr 2020
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  Elections Ontario

  May 2022 - Jun 2022

  Supervisory Deputy Returning Officer

  - Supervised a central election poll during the 2022 provincial election.- Acted as a liaison to relay information between the voting location and theReturning Officer.- Understood and engaged provincial policy and procedures- Supervised 12 poll officials to ensure proper procedures are being executed,and that accessibility needs are being met.- Oversaw set-up, execution, and break down of event in full including ballotcounting and result reporting.- Practiced strong interpersonal communication (verbal and written) andproblem-solving skills to resolve issues and communicate solutions to staff and the public in an efficient and timely manner. Show less

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  Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 3903

  Mar 2023 - Jul 2024

  Communications Officer

  - Developing and executing a comprehensive digital marketing campaign utilizing social media, email newsletters, and targeted advertisements to increase union members engagement in preparation for bargaining year.- Collaborating with bargaining committee to produce persuasive messaging for negotiations.- Working with a team of 4 volunteers to implement a social media campaign that reached potential new members and ultimately lead to a membership growth.

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  Education | Éducation

  May 2023 - Sept 2023

  Policy and Program Assistant

  - Conducted qualitative and quantitative research on equity-driven education policy, assessing program effectiveness and compliance with provincial standards.- Developed briefing notes, research reports, presentations and policy recommendations for senior leadership- Processed certification applications, verifying documentation, and coordinating approvals to ensure efficiency and accuracy.- Supported the development of new policies, including the Board Improvement Plan under Bill 98, by analyzing demographic data to address systemic inequities in Ontario’s education system.- Managed stakeholder relations, including liaising with community organizations and educational leaders for the 2023 Anti-Hate Training for School Board Leaders.- Developed database tools to track program assessments, funding allocations, and compliance reports, improving efficiency in policy monitoring. Show less

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  Education | Éducation

  May 2024 - Sept 2024

  Policy and Program Assistant

  - Conducted qualitative and quantitative research on equity-driven education policy, assessing program effectiveness and compliance with provincial standards.- Developed briefing notes, research reports, presentations and policy recommendations for senior leadership- Processed certification applications, verifying documentation, and coordinating approvals to ensure efficiency and accuracy.- Supported the development of new policies, including the Board Improvement Plan under Bill 98, by analyzing demographic data to address systemic inequities in Ontario’s education system.- Managed stakeholder relations, including liaising with community organizations and educational leaders for the 2023 Anti-Hate Training for School Board Leaders.- Developed database tools to track program assessments, funding allocations, and compliance reports, improving efficiency in policy monitoring. Show less