Kashish Babbar

Was the Project Leader for a talent acquisition project. Completed the project with enCompass, an Alberta based company. Created a detailed plan for optimizing recruitment processes for the company. • Created a detailed hiring strategy for the company, with an in-depth analysis of recruiting tools, HR softwares and screening platforms • Provided a detailed overview of design rationale for the talent acquisition process, using metrics, assessment tools and analysis of workforce planning strategies • Assessed the best hiring practices, that remove unconscious hiring bias, unfairness and subjective analysis from the recruitment process • Was responsible for ensuring the consistency and effectiveness of team discussions regarding the project • Proofread drafts and ensured the timely submission of reports by outlining a detailed project schedule for the team

Was the Project Leader for an Experiential Learning Project. Completed the project with Apparel Redefined, a US-based company. Created an onboarding, training and development plan for new hires of Apparel Redefined. • Stayed in constant communication with the CEO of Apparel Redefined and held weekly team meetings for the project review • Used platforms like Riipen, SurveyMonkey and other HR platforms to complete the project • Managed team communication and gave check-in calls to update team members • Was responsible for ensuring the consistency and effectiveness of team discussions regarding the project • Proofread drafts and ensured the timely submission of reports by outlining a detailed project schedule for the team

Helping the selection committee select/promote professors. Responsible for attending board meetings, reading professor candidate files and providing ratings to each candidate. Evaluating candidate research, teaching and performance. Responsible for taking part in the voting and selection process, as per the senate policy. Assessing tenure policies and procedures, reviewing resumes, cover letters and references for professors. Monitoring departmental policies and approving new documentation with Academic HR. Providing advice on tenure, promotional status, salary administration and previous employment of academic staff. • Preparing in advance for meetings with files analysis and application feedback • Attending virtual meetings and staying proactive with new applications • Having check-ins with the Dean, School Director, Chair and committee heads to talk about committee updates and new task lists • Proactively participating in team discussions regarding senate professionalism

Recruiting Junior Ambassadors to the Public Policy and Administration Student Association (PPASA). Organizing meetings and events, participating, and supporting public and promotional events. Helping prepare presentations. • Public speaking at public policy and networking events • Sending monthly task lists to PPASA executives, with follow-ups • Taking interviews for various management and non-management positions • Promoting the PPASA through Instagram takeovers, Discord and Facebook

Performed data analysis, quantitative and qualitative research. Was responsible for finding statistical data and researching graduate profiles for the practicum program. Was responsible for making reports, recommendations and promotional materials. Used research methodologies and data analysis tools. • Attending virtual meetings with professors and staying proactive with new tasks • Provided reports and recommendations for research and statistical models • Collecting the quantitative and qualitative data of public policy graduates in the public sector, federal government and Ontario Public Service or OPS

Working at the City of Vaughan and contributing to daily activities and functions. Researching and preparing business continuity plans for the City. Getting feedback and assistance from supervisors and coordinators. • Preparing in advance for meetings with files analysis and application feedback on assigned tasks • Attending and participating in board meetings, lead by supervisors • Having check-in meetings with head supervisors to discuss work additions and edits to PowerPoint presentations • Contributing to the City of Vaughan operations

Responsible for assisting with membership registration and helping new members with employment search. • Registering, organizing files and assisting in workshops for the YMCA Resource Center • Sending follow-up emails to staff and resource managers regarding task lists and attendance • Making various follow-up calls to users of the YMCA Center

Member of the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) of Canada; worked towards my Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation at McMaster University.