Anna Dixon Email & Phone Number

Western Australia, Australia

Anna leads a boutique consultancy team working with regional businesses and organisations offering services in the fields of:+ Strategy & Planning+ Research & Policy+ Feasibility Studies+ Sustainability Planning+ Grants & Tenders+ CommunicationWant to know more? Visit bluesaltconsulting.com.auNote, we were previously Anna Dixon Consulting. Same great team, same great service, just a new brand to better reflect what we do.

Western Australia, Australia

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In this role I was focused on identifying service provider strengths along with opportunities for growth - then developing collaborative strategies to maximise outcomes from DRD's investment in over 100 regional Community Resource Centres. I was the lead officer in the procurement planning for the process to secure services from Community Resource Centres from 2017/18-2019/20. This complex procurement process saw me involved in all facets of procurement including:- development of comprehensive Stakeholder Engagement Strategy;- leading state-wide Stakeholder Engagement sessions and follow up video conference discussions;- synthesising stakeholder feedback and developing procurement strategy taking this, and government priorities into account;- establishing and consulting with Working Group representing service providers to further refine procurement process;- development of Procurement Plan to be presented to the Community Services Procurement Review Committee and to guide the planned procurement;- development of tender request and supporting guides to service delivery;- development and monitoring of risk management strategy;- guiding the contract management team to undertake robust service provider review to inform recommendations for Preferred Service Provider status prior to a major procurement process. I also kept our team on track with detailed analysis of our internal processes and development of new ways of working. Communications and stakeholder engagement was my other priority - keeping key players in the loop and excited about driving ahead. My excellent communication skills saw me undertake diverse tasks from facilitating stakeholder engagement sessions through to developing business cases for multimillion dollar programs. I was also responsible for managing a review of the Westling satellite TV service operated by DRD. I regularly backfilled management positions, formally taking a leadership role within the team during these times.

Relationships were the key to my success in managing hundreds of grants and contracts (during my periods of working in this role from 2011 to 2014). Working in partnership with providers I built strong rapport and respect, yielding positive results even when the local situation may have been challenging. Governance was a key priority for me - working to strengthen our internal processes as well as supporting service providers to develop best practice approaches.Responsible for management of contracts with Community Resource Centres in the Wheatbelt, with core duties as listed below. I also regularly extended my responsibilities to cover periods of staff leave or position vacancies, allowing me to work with Community Resource Centres and stakeholders across all regions. - Conducted transition in meetings with organisations;- Monitored performance and provided feedback;- Checked contract compliance;- Provided support to organisations to address contract requirements;- Ensured appropriate record keeping related to contracts;- Managed relationships with stakeholders- Developed and implemented compliance strategies for whole of Community Resource Network program contract management and support colleagues in undertaking this work.- Regularly backfilled management positions, formally taking a leadership role within the team during these times.

The successful development and implementation of a tender, award and the transition of 93 not-for-profit organisations from grants to contracts was achieved with my excellent project management skills, creative thinking and high attention to detail playing a key role. Being open to new ideas and working closely with providers saw us secure Department of Finance approval for the state's the largest Community Services procurement and then implemented in record time with very positive performance from providers evidenced since implementation. In this role I:- Undertook research and implement an approach for contracting service from the not-for-profit sector based on the Delivering Community Services in Partnership policy;- Prepared procurement plan using Preferred Service Provider model to procure services from the Community Resource Network; - Developed documentation for procurement process including Service Level Outcome Guides and support documentation;- Provided briefings to Corporate Executive, WA Regional Development Trust, Regional Development Council and the Minister for Regional Development;- Managed stakeholder relationship and provide opportunities for meaningful engagement and consultation, including coordinating and delivering briefings sessions across WA and video conference;- Managed project schedule and budget;- Regularly backfilled management positions, formally taking a leadership role within the team during these times.

Perth, Australia

One of my most exciting roles of my career was working with the WARDT to undertake a comprehensive review of a Royalties for Regions program. This short term project saw me utilising my strong research and analysis skills, combined with genuine stakeholder engagement to get a real understanding of regional perspectives and issues. I contributed significantly to the writing of the final report and the development of the recommendations to the Minister.- Undertook research into matters related to the Review of the Community Resource Network, as well as analysis of public submissions to the Trust in relation to the Review.- Planned and implemented extensive consultation sessions with stakeholders across the state. Synthesised information gathered to utilise in the development of the Review document.- Engaged in professional dialogue with the Trust board, in particular the Chairperson, to develop appropriate and workable recommendations supported by evidence.- Key contributing writer to the WA Regional Development Trust's Review of the Community Resource Network, presented to the Minister two months ahead of schedule.- Commended both publicly and in writing by the Chairperson, Andrew Murray, for excellent work with the Review process.Final Report Available at http://www.drd.wa.gov.au/Publications/Documents/WARDT_Review_of_WACRN_report.pdf

Perth, Australia

- Managed Regional Coordination and Development Team to ensure effective and quality delivery of service to Community Resource Centres and other stakeholders;- Prepared Ministerial Briefing Notes and Contentious Issue Briefing Notes to ensure effective communication with the Minister's office;- Final sign off on acquittal of grant funds by Community Resource Centres;- Worked with Community Resource Centres requiring further support.

- Developed and maintained positive relationships with Community Resource Centres (CRCs) in the Wheatbelt and Pilbara Regions and provided strategic support in order to assist the facilitation of day-to-day operations as well as implement long-term projects and strategies.- Reviewed, provided feedback on and supported development of business plans, grant applications and other documentation submitted to the the Department by CRCs.- Processed acquittal documentation in relation to general CRCs funding, along with Building and Infrastructure Fund and Special Project Grant funds.- Represented the Department in negotiations and partnership development with other organisations to enable delivery of new services to regional areas.- Ensured compliance with Department expectations and requirements of CRCs, implementing audit processes in the event of the identification of serious non-compliance.- Worked in partnership with other members of the Community Development Division to provide quality, consistent service of stakeholders.- Prepared draft Ministerial Briefing Notes to ensure good communication with Minister's Office.- Organised and delivered Cluster Meetings with CRCs to provide training opportunities.

I reinvigorated this small community hub by developing exciting programs and building relationships with key influencers in the community. I leveraged value from increased Royalties for Regions grant funding by securing other grants and increased financial support from local government. I also identified and implemented a range of new services, including a Bendigo Bank Agency. I effectively managed a small team with a positive, results focused style. My core functions included:- Day-to-day management of the West Arthur Community Resource Centre (including Health Centre, library, Centrelink Access Point and local fortnightly newspaper).- Supervise and support staff and volunteers.- Develop, implement and evaluate community learning and leisure activities.- Promote the CRC through print advertising, promotional materials, website and Facebook page.- Develop, implement and evaluate Business Plan in conjunction with the West Arthur CRC Management Committee.- Liaise with key funding partners and stakeholders to secure grant funding and support.- Develop project concepts, source grant funding, implement projects and acquit grant funds.- Develop policies and procedures to strengthen organisational governance and operations.- Strengthened relationship with local Shire, sourcing project management work such as writing grant applications and managing events.

- Design, implement and assess engaging program of learning for Year 6/7.- Manage student behaviour and maintain communication with parents/guardians.- Participate as an active team member in school-wide programs and activities.- Organised and implemented Year 6/7 week-long educational camp.- Worked in partnership with another teacher to conduct a four night Bibbulmum Track walk (including pre-walk training program) for the high school students.- Source grant funding for Literacy and Numeracy Week to run school and community focused activities in partnership with fellow teacher.

Cloncurry State School

- Lead and manage teaching and support staff within the high school sector.- Day-to-day management of teaching and learning within the high school sector.- Coordinate school-based Vocational Education and Training (VET) offerings and ensure VET/AQTF and Queensland Studies Authority (QSA) compliance.- Case manage 'at risk' students within the high school sector.- Organice and monitor student engagement in a range of flexible learning options within the Senior School.- Collect and report on student data to QSA.- Partner with Deputy Principal in managing and responding to serious behaviour management issues across the school.- Liaise between staff, students and parents in resolutions of concerns and complaints.- Collaborate with Deputy Principal in facilitation of Beginning Teachers Program.- Partnered Head of Curriculum (Primary School) in management of school's ICT resources and in servicing.- Apply for and manage funds from various government and non-government organisations for projects and programs within the secondary school.- Fill role of Acting Deputy Principal and Principal as operationally required, including organising supervisions/supply teachers, managing staff, students and stakeholders.

Cloncurry State School

- Plan and deliver learning programs for students in Year 7-12 in subject areas of English, Creative Arts, Information Communication Technology Studies, Home Economics, Film and Television Studies and Studies of Society and Environment.- Manage student behaviour and maintain communication with parents/guardians.- Senior Schooling Team Leader (2005-2006 and then continued in role when appointed as HOD) responsible for assisting HOD in smooth running of Year 10-12 subject offerings, flexible learning options and work experience.- Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme Coordinator (Semester 2 2005, Semester 1 and 2 2006) responsible for identification of students requiring support, mentoring tutors, documenting support provided and reporting expenditure and results to funding body.- Art Department Coordinator (2005-2008) responsible for management of and accountability for Arts Budget.- Leading teacher in Trial Pilot Program of Teacher Generated Tasks as rolled out by the New Basics Branch of the QSA (2005).- Develop support package for teachers relating to developing a guided reading program (2005, 2006).- Lead the delivery of week-long 'Careers Trip' to Townsville for interested Year 8-12 students to visit university, TAFE and major employers in 2004, 2006 and 2008.

North Bundaberg State High School

- Plan and deliver learning programs for students in Year 8-12 in subject areas of English, Studies of Society and Environment, Computer Studies and Drama.- Manage student behaviour and maintain communication with parents/guardians.- Debating Coach for Year 10 Debating Team.- Sports House Coordinator 2003.

Bachelor Of Education (B.Ed.), Secondary - English/Film And Media Studies

Certificate Of Engagement

Diploma Of Government, Procurement And Contracting

Foundations In Leadership Program

Certificate Iv, Project Management

Certificate Iv, Workplace Training And Assessment