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I am an experienced leader with a proven track record across a wide range of organisations and operating environments. Currently I’m focused on my board roles and working with a small number of values aligned organisations. My deep understanding of communications, campaigning, leadership & organisational culture means we can work together to achieve your goals, make the changes you want to see in your sector and get closer to your organisation achieving your mission statement.If you need help with a strategic challenge, communicating with members, potential members, governments or the general public or just think that your organisation could use an outside eye to help get closer to your goals feel free to get in touch for an initial confidential discussion.My time at the ACTU included extensive work in:Board governanceCommittee workStrategic planningMarketing and communications strategiesBrandingProactive and reactive media communicationsGovernment relationsInternal communicationsChannel managementProject managementStakeholder relationsStaff managementCampaign development and executionPolicy developmentPolicy lobbyingMember activationBudgeting, capital allocation and financial reportingStaff recruitmentMy ACTU roles included leadership and management of staff in the following groups:CommunicationsPublic affairsSocial & economic policyGovernment relationsFinanceI.T.Contact CentreCommercial ContractsAdministration, policies and processesCollective Financial Services programMember benefits programAustralian Unions Collective purchasing programGrant applications and acquittalsEvents- Investment Forum, Trustees Forum, Organising conference, ACTU Congress etcFormerly CEO of South Port UnitingCare.I was involved in a broad range of activities:Strategic planningEBA negotiationsBoard recruitment, training and governanceClient & vendor contractingManagement appointmentsStaff reviewsOrganisational restructuresRetail outlet development, forecasting and establishmentProgram developmentGovernment relationsDonor relationsOrganisational rebrandingCapital works (site redevelopment and office relocation)Community advocacyPrior to this role I have had extensive experience in membership recruitment & retention, campaign strategy & delivery, case work, media relations, strategic planning and implementation and governance.

Listed skills include Leadership, Policy, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, and 44 others.