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Volunteer Experience

Islamic Relief - McMaster

Sept 2022 – Sept 2023

Club Representative

  • Promoted events and encouraged student involvement during a key phase of club expansion. 

  • Supported operational tasks and outreach efforts to build a consistent presence on campus. 

  • Helped integrate first-year students into the club through engaging and inclusive initiatives.

Sept 2023 – Sept 2024

Events Executive

  • Planned and coordinated major initiatives such as Charity Week and the Grand Iftar. 

  • Handled logistics, on-site setup, and volunteer coordination to ensure successful events. 

  • Collaborated across executive teams to align event goals with the club’s humanitarian mission.

Sept 2024 – Sept 2025

Senior Finance Executive

  • Oversaw budgeting and expense tracking for multiple fundraising campaigns. 

  • Helped raise and manage over $39,000 in donations during the 2024–25 academic year, ensuring transparency using Excel. 

  • Contributed to the club earning the IR Club of the Year Award across Canada for its impact and organization.

McMaster ACCESS Tech

Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

Project Manager

  • Designed and implemented a digital campaign strategy to boost brand awareness. 

  • Developed a social media calendar and promotional materials to improve engagement. 

  • Collaborated with a student team to align messaging with client goals and market trends.

Wharton Medical Clinic Clinical Trials

Jan 2024 - June 2024

Research Assistant

  • Supported clinical trials related to diabetes and obesity, including patient interactions and data entry.

  • Organized biological samples, assisted with centrifuge equipment, and maintained accurate archives.

  • Escorted patients and observed day-to-day operations, gaining insight into chronic disease research.

  • Learned to manage clinical documentation and support ethical research practices in real-time settings.

Contact
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Sahil Rizwan

McMaster University

Honours Life Sciences (B.Sc.), Faculty of Sciences

1280 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 4L8

905-923-9772

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