A Human Resources Career Path Ellen Faye
Ellen Faye Ganga arrived in PEI in 2016. Her Employment Counsellor at PEIANC says, "Ellen Faye is very well-spoken, open-minded, and friendly. Very soon after her arrival, she was already working two jobs— one at a hotel and one at a seniors' home. She's a real go-getter!"
Ellen Faye is originally from the Philippines. She joined her parents, brother, and sister who had immigrated to Canada a few years earlier. Although she is a licensed engineer, the majority of Ellen Faye's work experience was in Human Resources and she hoped to find work in PEI in that field.
While she was happy gaining Canadian work experience, Ellen Faye continued to work diligently with her Employment Assistance Services Employment Counsellor to update her resume and tailor it for human resources positions in Canada. Her Counsellor, Ellen Mullally, assisted her in developing customized cover letters for each posting to which she applied. A human resources maternity leave backfill position with the City of Charlottetown was posted, and Ellen Faye applied and was invited for an interview.
Ellen Faye was nervous but worked hard to get ready for the interview process. She prepared by getting feedback on her presentation from her Employment Counsellor and carrying out a mock interview. Ellen Faye was successful and was offered the job as Human Resources Services Officer with the City of Charlottetown.
Ellen Faye says, "Work-wise I can say that I am already more confident in making decisions and am more independent since I was hired. I am also attending some external seminars as part of professional development and networking. I work with excellent people, and I am very happy with the job. I want to learn and contribute as much as I can."
