Daphne Lessard
About Daphne Lessard
Daphne Lessard is a Program Officer at the Government of Canada, with extensive experience in program coordination and stakeholder engagement. She has held various roles in organizations such as Marie Stopes International and Sustainable Development Technology Canada, and she holds a Master's degree in International Development and Management from Lund University.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Daphne Lessard has been serving as a Program Officer at the Government of Canada since 2022. In this role, she focuses on program management and implementation within Ontario. Her responsibilities include ensuring operational excellence and fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams and partners.
Previous Experience at Marie Stopes International
Daphne Lessard worked at Marie Stopes International in various capacities. She served as an MIS Programme Advisor from 2010 to 2012 and later as a MIS Technical Consultant from 2013 to 2015. Her work involved technical consulting and program advisory roles, contributing to the organization's mission in international development.
Educational Background
Daphne Lessard holds a Master's degree in International Development and Management from Lund University, which she completed from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, she earned two Bachelor's degrees from the University of Ottawa: one in Political Science from 1999 to 2002 and another in Psychology from 2002 to 2003.
Consulting and Coordination Experience
Lessard has held various consulting and coordination roles throughout her career. She worked as a Consultant and Admin Coordinator at Sustainable Development Technology Canada for seven months in 2004. She also served as a Consultant at Sustainable Ventures from 2006 to 2007 and as a Program Coordinator at Cours Bayview Yards from 2017 to 2019.
Skills and Expertise
Daphne Lessard possesses strong skills in stakeholder engagement, planning, and coordination of complex activities. She excels in cross-functional collaboration and is known for her client-focused approach. Her background includes effective negotiation and relationship-building, which contribute to the successful delivery of projects within deadlines and budgets.