Rabaab K.

Project lead, Office of the CEO Events & Initiatives at Vancity

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

About

I am a motivated and results oriented individual with experience in event coordination and accessibility. With a proven track record in both academia and community-focused organizations, I bring a passion for creating inclusive, accessible events where diverse voices and perspectives are valued. Currently, I serve as the Events and EDI Lead at the CIHR Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis at the UBC Faculty of Medicine. With a strong foundation in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and a Bachelor's in International Relations, I approach every project with global prospectives and a focus on building accessible spaces. Previously, I contributed to the Equity and Inclusion Office at UBC, where I spearheaded projects aimed at addressing systemic disparities and advancing policies on gender, race, and disability. My approach combines data-driven analysis with a on actionable change, ensuring that all partners are heard and engaged. I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to fostering inclusive spaces where every participant feels respected and valued. Whether through managing complex events with hundreds of attendees, researching systemic barriers, or supporting grassroots initiatives, my goal is always the same: to drive data driven and impactful change. Outside of my professional work, I enjoy fencing, mountain biking, rock climbing, pilates, pottery and bird watching. I’m always looking to connect with others who share a passion for making the world a better place. Feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect and explore opportunities to collaborate!

Experience

  • Project lead, Office of the CEO Events & Initiatives at Vancity
    Jun 2026 - Present · 1 mo

  • Events and Maketing Manager at PBLI
    Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 · 6 mos

  • Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (IMHA) (Hybrid)
    • Events and EDI Lead
      Apr 2024 - Sep 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

      - Planning and executing IMHA related events such as webinars, conferences, and workshops. - Facilitating collaboration between multiple stakeholders to ensure research funds can be distributed - Organizing and leading meetings with various stakeholder

    • Events and Projects Officer
      Aug 2023 - Apr 2024 · 9 mos

  • Event Manager (contract) at HUB Cycling
    Apr 2023 - Jul 2023 · 4 mos

    - Conducted event fundraising at the Bike Hub, including organizing and executing their 25th Anniversary event - Skilled in managing multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of customer service and event excellence, ensuring on-time delivery and satisfaction across all stakeholder groups. - Collaborative team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, adept at working with volunteers, stakeholders and vendors to achieve event success. - Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a creative approach to event management, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities to overcome challenges and deliver impactful outcomes.

  • Equity and Inclusion Projects at The University of British Columbia
    Oct 2020 - Oct 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Intersectional work developing policies, strategy, and research for IBPOC Connections, The Disability Affinity Group, and T2SGD Task Force