Our Team

Andrew Jang, Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Acquisition | LinkedIn

Andrew (he/him) manages a diverse portfolio of responsibilities and directs Make a Future’s day-to-day operations. He oversees Make a Future’s web development, digital marketing, employer branding, and outreach activities. Andrew’s work involves promoting best practices, helping BC’s K-12 employers improve their candidate experiences, and streamlining their online recruitment practices to attract job seekers to careers in BC education.

Niki Hope, Manager, Recruitment Marketing | LinkedIn

Niki Hope (she/her) is an accomplished marketing professional who brings experience and expertise to the Manager, Recruitment Marketing role at Make a Future. With a background in communications and marketing, Niki has honed her skills in guiding teams within fast-paced, results-driven environments. Niki has an associate degree in journalism from Langara College and continually expands her skill set through ongoing training in writing, digital marketing, and analytics. This dedication to professional growth has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving marketing landscape and helped her earn awards for her contribution to marketing initiatives at Capilano University.

Zarko Drljaca, Talent Acquisition & Marketing Manager (French Recruitment Project) | LinkedIn

Zarko (he/him) is a marketing professional with over a decade of experience in various industries. His passion for languages and visual media led him to pursue a career in marketing, where he held a variety of dynamic and managerial roles, gaining valuable experience in effectively leading marketing teams. With his strong background in linguistics and visual media, he brings a unique perspective to his work, delivering innovative and impactful professional strategies.

Bee Lee, Manager, French Teacher Recruitment (French Recruitment Project) | LinkedIn

Bee (she/her) is the French Teacher Recruitment Manager at Make a Future. She leads initiatives to attract and support qualified French/English bilingual talents from both local and international communities to teach in French in B.C. With a strong background in education and community engagement, Bee works closely with school districts, universities, and partner organizations to promote French teaching careers and help strengthen B.C.’s unique Francophone identity and commitment to bilingual education.

Mitzi Lee, Coordinator, International Recruitment and Certification (French Recruitment Project) | LinkedIn

Mitzi (she/her) was born and raised in Vancouver and has worked and studied in France and Montreal. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and French. As an experienced recruitment professional, Mitzi is passionate about promoting the French language. In her role as Coordinator, International Recruitment and Certification, she supports employers and candidates in navigating the teacher certification process in B.C. and the immigration process to Canada.

Georgie Andrei, Coordinator, Marketing & Community Outreach (French Recruitment Project) | LinkedIn

Georgie (she/her) is a marketing specialist with experience across a variety of B2B and B2C roles in North America. She is also a recent UBC Sauder School of Business graduate with a Bachelor’s in Commerce (Marketing / Business Analytics). Her passion for languages and visual design have well equipped her to create digital marketing strategies and content to support French teacher recruitment in B.C.

Tanvir Sandhu, Recruitment Services Specialist | LinkedIn

Tanvir (he/him) is an HR professional specializing in recruitment and talent acquisition, with a proven track record in leading full-cycle recruitment processes across various industries. With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Tanvir combines academic rigor with practical expertise. His commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces is evident through his work on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives, contributing to environments where every individual feels valued. Through roles at organizations like Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and FortisBC Energy Inc., Tanvir has demonstrated strong organizational skills, innovative sourcing strategies, and a dedication to driving positive change in talent acquisition. With a background in customer service and HR management, Tanvir brings a multifaceted approach to recruitment, prioritizing both organizational goals and individual needs.

Bailey Blencowe, Senior Manager, Recruitment Services | LinkedIn

Bailey (she/her) is a seasoned public sector leader with extensive experience in HR management, specializing in full-cycle recruitment, executive talent acquisition, and program management. She is known for her strategic approach to addressing complex staffing needs, fostering collaboration, and driving innovative solutions. Bailey has a proven ability to lead HR initiatives while offering guidance and support to teams in achieving their goals. In her current role with BCPSEA as Senior Manager of Recruitment Services, she focuses on supporting recruitment and retention in rural and remote school districts.

Pooja Bhatti, HR Coordinator | LinkedIn

Pooja (she/her) started her Human Resources career at the Alma Mater Society of the University of British Columbia as VP Administration, supporting a team of 10 in improving the student experience. She obtained her Human Resources Management Diploma at BCIT and has since been supporting the K-12 Education Sector in both recruitment and collective bargaining. Pooja represents Make a Future at K-12 Education Career Fairs and Information Sessions across Canada, to support and recruit teacher and support staff candidates to K-12 education employers across BC.

Victoria Krivtchoun, HR Assistant, Recruitment | LinkedIn

Victoria (she/her) is a recent SFU Beedie School of Business graduate with a passion for recruitment. Previous administrative experience and specialization in Human Resources and Marketing have equipped her to best support districts seeking to fill vacant positions. Victoria develops advertising plans for districts and distributes job listings across various social media and job boards.