Steven S.
About Steven S.
Steven S. serves as the Director of Operations at the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) and has a robust background in international civil service, including various roles at the United Nations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from McGill University and a Master of Public Policy from Princeton University.
Work at Government of Canada
Steven S. serves as the Director of Operations at the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) since 2021. In this role, he is based in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, where he contributes to regional economic development initiatives. His responsibilities include overseeing operations and implementing programs that support economic growth in Northern Canada.
Experience at the United Nations
Steven S. has held multiple positions within the United Nations. He served as Chief of Staff, a.i., at the United Nations Office in Burundi (UNOB) for 10 months in 2010-2011. He also worked as a Senior Advisor for Human Rights up Front from 2013 to 2015 in the Greater New York City Area. Additionally, he was Chief of Staff, a.i., for the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) for 5 months in 2013 and acted as Chief of Staff at the United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in the Central African Republic (BINUCA) for 5 months in 2010.
Education and Expertise
Steven S. holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from McGill University, where he studied from 1989 to 1992. He furthered his education with a Master of Public Policy (MPP) from Princeton University, completing his studies in 2005. His educational background supports his extensive experience in program and grant making at both national and international levels.
Background in Foreign Affairs
Before his current role, Steven S. worked as a Foreign Service Officer at the Department of Foreign Affairs from 1994 to 2000. He also served as a Senior Political Affairs Officer at the United Nations from 2006 to 2010. His career reflects a strong background in government affairs and international civil service.