Ahamed Haniyanuma

Led the team in researching grant opportunities, coordinating tasks, and writing submission-ready grant proposals aligned with the organization's mission. Guided the group in developing a clear fundraising plan, including donor engagement and multiple funding approaches to support long-term sustainability.

Funding Strategy & Grant Development Lead - Benessere North (Not-for-Profit) - Elora, Ontario (Remote)

(2026-02)

• Led the team in researching grant opportunities, coordinating tasks, and writing submission-ready grant proposals aligned with the organization's mission.
• Guided the group in developing a clear fundraising plan, including donor engagement and multiple funding approaches to support long-term sustainability.

Casual Research Assistant / Programmer - Athabasca University - Remote

(2025-07)

Project: Mind Online: Building Experiments for Cognitive and Educational Research. Principal Investigator: Dr. Faria Sana.

• Implementing Inquisit-based experiments on attention contagion during simulated peer chat in virtual lectures, developing dynamic stimulus presentations, randomized assessments, and interactive participant scripts while ensuring experimental design aligned with research objectives and ethical standards.

Technical Writer - Haletale - North York, Ontario (Remote)

(2023-11 - 2026-02)

• Creating detailed user documentation and guides for Modern Property Management Software
• Developing demo videos to visually demonstrate software functionalities, improving user experience and engagement.
• Conducting in-depth research and analysis of customer demographics and preferences to drive targeted outreach and maximize sales opportunities.

Grant Research & Development Intern - Neurodiversity Change Foundation - British Columbia (Remote)

(2025-10 - 2026-02)

• Researching funding opportunities to support programs promoting equity and inclusion for neurodivergent adults.
• Building and organizing a grant database to streamline application processes.
• Assisting with drafting and preparing grant applications and supporting documents.

Transcriptionist – Subcontracted Research Assistant - Care Collaboratory / University of Saskatchewan

(2025-08 - 2025-09)

• Accurately transcribe research interviews for a home support innovation project in partnership with SaskAbilities.
• Adhere to University of Saskatchewan research ethics guidelines, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.

Grants Writer - Peer Circles by wedstll® - Remote

(2023-11 - 2024-01)

• Researched and prepared grant applications, ensuring alignment with funding criteria and organizational goals.
• Crafted compelling proposals, demonstrating a talent for storytelling and persuasive content creation.

Digital Marketing - Blog Writer - Twelverays - Remote

(2023-10 - 2023-12)

• Developed engaging blog content focusing on wellness and lifestyle, supporting the brand's marketing and SEO goals.
• Utilized strong writing skills to enhance brand awareness and audience engagement on digital platforms.

Bachelor of Arts Honours - Psychology - University of Saskatchewan (2023-01 - 2026-04)

Undergraduate courses - Athabasca University (2022-11 - 2025-04)

Bachelor of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene - College of the North Atlantic (CNA-Q) (2020-09 - 2022-07)