Andrea Popovic 14 Canters Close Kitchener ON, N2C 2R3 226-476-1740 andrea.popovic.8880@gmail.com HIGHLIGHTS OF SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture with major in Organic Farming Experience in agriculture, growing fruits and vegetables Experience in coordination of urban greening, urban forestry, horticultural, or recreation related programs and events Good analytical skills and excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook ) Passion for working with community to achieve environmental goals High level of energy and a genuine interest in the agriculture and environment protection Willingness to work in a team and always go the extra mile to complete the tasks Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and in a team environment Ability to focus on quality, completeness and accuracy of data with strong attention to detail Self-motivated, creative, detail oriented, analytical and organized, great listener Ability to multi-task between a variety of tasks, projects, and deadlines Well organized and able to identify problems and determine solutions efficiently EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree in Organic Agriculture Megatrend University of Belgrade, University of Organic Farming Selected Courses: Agro Ecology and Environment Protection Farm Resource Economy Management Environmental Management 2009 – 2012 Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy University of Novi Sad, Serbia Selected Courses: Soil Science and Agro Chemistry Field and Vegetable Crops Agribusiness Marketing and Management 1998 – 2003 VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Efficient Home Consultant 2014 – Present eMERGE, Guelph ON http://emergeguelph.ca/ Provided on-site expert advice, tips, resources and incentives for green solutions Evaluated homes efficiency and installed energy and water efficient devices Andrea Popovic 226-476-1740 Page 2 VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE REEP House Garden Coordinator 2014 – Present REEP Green Solutions, Kitchener ON http://reepgreen.ca/ Developed strategic action plan in low impact landscaping Organized and lead educational workshops on soil, water and plant management Collected data to maintain set water and energy goals Acted as the subject matter expert and point of contact for volunteers WORK EXPERIENCE Production and Quality Control Supervisor 2013 – Present Simply Lovely Organic Healthy Food Catering, Kitchener, ON, Canada Exceptionally talented and resourceful Food Service Supervisor with experience in planning, organizing and overseeing the preparation and serving of food, ensuring that guidelines are met and records maintained and reported Profound knowledge of quantity food purchasing, receiving, and storage. Great knowledge of quality assurance relating to a food service operation Great ability to maintain inventories and requisition supplies and equipment. In-depth ability to plan work schedules and maintain work standards Research Assistant in Organic Agriculture and Environmental Protection Megatrend University of Belgrade, University of Organic Farming, Serbia 2011 – 2012 Researched, prepared and presented Scientific Papers Prepared reports, wrote articles, developed and delivered trainings Provided engineering knowledge on energy conservation and environmental protection Provided engineering guidance in environmental sustainability and food safety for public Demonstrated ability to communicate and problem solve independently and in team Customer Relationship Manager 2009 – 2011 Mercedes Benz, Serbia Communicated with clients to gather project information via phone and email Reviewed and maintained confidential hard copy and electronic project records Entered electronic data of applications, claims, and other information Provided general administrative support, including onsite and offsite events Andrea Popovic 226-476-1740 Page 3 Environmental Program Co-ordinator / Consultant 2008 – 2012 City of Novi Sad, Planning and Parks Department Researched, prepared and presented Scientific Papers Coordinated ongoing project for plant breeding, green belt studies and monitoring Observed and monitored plant growth and pruning/thinning effects Collected product quality specification data; analyzed quality of plants, irrigation and soil Assisted in day-to-day organization and maintenance of the growth plots Maintained and monitored health of plants, repotting and cutting back as required Organized and maintained inventory and ordered when required REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST