Maria Afroze

Hardworking, physically fit, and reliable professional with extensive experience in community-based fieldwork, outdoor service delivery, and team coordination. Skilled in maintaining safe, clean, and organized environments while working in physically demanding conditions including rural, remote, and hilly terrain in Bangladesh. Strong ability to follow safety procedures, work independently or in teams, and support operational tasks such as cleanup, logistics, and public service support.

Known for adaptability, responsibility, and leadership in field environments.

Program Coordinator - Institute of Robotics & Intelligent Systems (IRIS Canada) - Mississauga, ON

(2024-06 - 2025-12)

• Coordinated daily operations and supported setup and cleanup of learning environments
• Communicated with school boards and organizations (PLASP, PEEL, YMCA, TDSB) to schedule programs and manage logistics Led and supervised instructors and supported team task delegation
• Managed materials, equipment setup, and organized workspaces before and after sessions
• Ensured smooth execution of programs in active, fast-paced environments

Home Support Worker - Private Household - Oakville, ON

(2023-11 - 2024-05)

• Maintained clean and safe household environment through daily cleaning and organization
• Assisted with physical support tasks, mobility assistance, and routine household maintenance
• Followed safety and hygiene standards in all daily responsibilities
• Performed physically active duties including lifting, cleaning, and moving household items

Programme Assistant - United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) - Bangladesh

(2023-06 - 2023-11)

• Supported field program operations including logistics, material handling, and coordination
• Worked in outdoor and field environments with varying weather and terrain conditions
• Assisted in organizing supplies, documentation, and field reporting activities
• Supported team-based operations in community service delivery

Training Coordinator / Inclusion Officer / Rehabilitation Officer (Field-Based Work) - Center for Disability in Development (CDD) - Bangladesh

(2018-09 - 2022-02)

• Delivered community-based services in rural, remote, and hilly regions including Rohingya refugee camps
• Worked in physically demanding outdoor environments requiring long-distance walking and field mobility
• Assisted individuals with disabilities in mobility, daily activities, and rehabilitation support
• Conducted field visits, assessments, and community outreach in challenging terrain and weather conditions
• Supported logistics, setup of field activities, and coordination with teams in outdoor environments
• Maintained safety awareness while working in resource-limited and high-demand field conditions

Master of Public Health - Public Health - State University of Bangladesh (2022)

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy - University of Dhaka (2017)