Naila Mahmood
Returning Officer @Élections Canada Elections Canada
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WORK HISTORY
Returning Officer @Élections Canada Elections Canada
Windsor, ON, CA
Led the planning, delivery, and oversight of federal electoral events within the Electoral District of Windsor West, ensuring full compliance with the Canada Elections Act, Referendum Act, Official Languages Act, and Financial Administration Act.Successfully planned and delivered the 45th and 44th General Election during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring operational continuity, public safety, and legislative compliance.Managed financial, material, and human resources, overseeing budgets, procurement, logistics, and operations across the electoral district.Recruited, appointed, trained, and managed a workforce of over employees, providing leadership, guidance, and operational oversight throughout the electoral cycle.Developed and maintained strong stakeholder relationships with the public, candidates, political parties, Elections Canada headquarters, and Field Liaison Officers.Contributed to process improvements that enhanced the efficiency, accessibility, and integrity of the electoral process, supporting an increase in voter turnout in Windsor West.Established vendor and supplier relationships; identified local suppliers, negotiated contracts, and managed procurement for furniture, equipment, printing, and operational supplies.Secured and managed accessible office and polling locations, negotiating and presenting leases with multiple landlords across the district.Designed and implemented community outreach action plans for targeted groups within the district, ensuring inclusive recruitment and representation from diverse communities.
EDUCATION
Seneca Polytechnic
Post-Graduate Certificate, Government Relations (Co-op)
Seneca Polytechnic
Post-Graduate Certificate, Public Relations and Corporate Communications
Mississauga Secondary School
OSSD
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Honours Political Science
Sheridan College
Associate's degree, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
SKILLS
ABOUT NAILA MAHMOOD
Currently serving as the Federal Returning Officer for the Electoral District of Windsor West, with extensive experience administering elections at both the federal and municipal levels. Previously worked with the Town of Essex as an Election Coordinator, supporting election operations and legislative services, and ran as a candidate in the 2018 Municipal Elections in the City of Mississauga.I am an experienced Communications Specialist seeking a meaningful opportunity in Public Relations, Digital Communications, and Government Relations, where strategic communications, public engagement, and policy intersect.With 10+ years of experience in digital communications, I bring a strong background in communications strategy, social media, public relations, technology, and politics. I am certified in Government Relations, Public Relations, and Social Media Marketing, and am also a self-taught graphic and web designer, enabling me to deliver end-to-end communications solutions from concept to execution.
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