Ben Poveda-Alfonso
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Youth Empowerment | Community Engagement | Social Inclusion | International Education & Trade at Territory Families, Housing and Communities
Location: Greater Darwin Area, Australia 16 work roles 4 schools
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Youth Empowerment | Community Engagement | Social Inclusion | International Education & Trade
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Ben Poveda-Alfonso is listed as Youth Empowerment | Community Engagement | Social Inclusion | International Education & Trade at Territory Families, Housing and Communities, a with 123 employees, based in Greater Darwin Area, Australia. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Ben Poveda-Alfonso.

Ben Poveda-Alfonso previously worked as A/Senior Policy Officer at Territory Families, Housing And Communities and Policy Officer - NT Youth Round Table Coordinator at Territory Families, Housing And Communities. Ben Poveda-Alfonso holds Governance Foundations For Not-For-Profit Directors from Australian Institute Of Company Directors.

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Ben is a multi-award winning senior policy officer with the Northern Territory Government’s Department of People, Sport and Culture where he is responsible for leading the Office of Youth Affairs team, and providing high quality, evidence-based advice and analysis of social policy and community engagement strategies to progress Northern Territory Government priorities as they relate to young Territorians. A passionate advocate for international education, youth empowerment and multiculturalism, Ben is also the Co-Founder of the multi-award winning not-for-profit organisation, Kindness Shake. A charity that provides support and services to international students and temporary visa holders in the NT to facilitate personal and professional growth through free meals, employability workshops, wellbeing programs, social events and cultural festivals.Prior to joining the public sector, Ben held numerous roles in the education and not-for-profit industries with Charles Darwin University, Navitas and UniLodge. He is also a Member of Australia's Council on Australia Latin America Relations; the NT Ministerial Advisory Council for Multicultural Affairs; and a Board Member of Melaleuca Australia.Ben was a nominee for the 2024 Australian of the Year Local Hero Award, the recipient of the 2021 Minister for Youth Excellence in Youth Leadership Award, the 2020 CDU International Alumnus Award and the 2018 StudyNT International Student of the Year Award.Ben was raised in Villavicencio, Colombia and moved to Australia in 2015 as an international student to study English and accounting. During his studies, Ben held representative office, as the 2019 President of the Charles Darwin University Students’ Association and the Undergraduate Representative on the CDU Council. Ben was the Student Representative in the NT International Education and Training Industry Group, and a StudyNT, CPA and CDU Student Ambassador. In 2018 he was elected as the National Secretary of the Council of International Students Australia.

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Territory Families, Housing and Communities
Territory Families, Housing And Communities
Youth Empowerment | Community Engagement | Social Inclusion | International Education & Trade
darwin, northern territory, australia
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A/Senior Policy Officer

Current

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

While leading the Office of Youth Affairs team, I am responsible for providing high quality, evidence-based advice and analysis of social policy and community engagement strategies to progress Northern Territory Government priorities as they relate to young Territorians. While overseeing the NT Youth Round Table and NT Youth Week programs, my current focus is the first NT Youth Strategy, and the Regional Youth Services Program.

Sep 2022 - Present

Policy Officer - Nt Youth Round Table Coordinator

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

As the NT Youth Round Table Coordinator, I am responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating specific youth projects; and to provide a conduit between young people, the youth sector and the NTG by developing linkages with young people and youth service providers.The NT Youth Round Table is a direct communication avenue between young Territorians and the NTG. In 2022, the Round Table consists of 18 members aged 15 to 25 years who represent the geographic, cultural and ethnic diversity of the NT. Members represent all major regions of the NT including Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Katherine, Nhulunbuy, Palmerston and Darwin.

Apr 2021 - Sep 2022

Board Member - Council On Australia Latin America Relations

Current

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

The Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) was established by the Australian Government in 2001 to enhance Australia's economic, political and social relations with Latin America.The Council's objectives are the achievement of: 1) enhanced and strengthened links between Australia and Latin America in the priority areas of business, education, sustainability, tourism and cultural promotion; 2) a closer engagement between corporate Australia with Latin America; 3)an increased awareness and understanding of Australia in Latin America, and of Latin America in Australia.

Mar 2024 - Present

Co-Founder

Current

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

A multi-award winning not-for-profit organisation and charity that provides support and services to international students and temporary visa holders in the NT to facilitate personal and professional growth through free meals, employability workshops, wellbeing programs, social events and cultural festivals.Since its launch, The Kindness Shake has served over 6,000 meals, assisted 900 individuals, partnered with more than 40 organisations and local businesses, recruited 200 volunteers, raised over $200,000.

Apr 2020 - Present

Board Treasurer

Current

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

Melaleuca Australia is one of Australia’s five nationally approved Humanitarian Settlement Program Providers and one of eight specialist providers of a Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma. It is also a Settlement Engagement and Transition Support (SETS) Provider and work with people who were once refugees and migrants (clients) from various backgrounds.

Feb 2022 - Present

Board Member - Finance And Audit Review Committee

Darwin, Australia

Jan 2020 - Feb 2022

International Student Support/Project Officer

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

As the International Student Project/Support Officer I was responsible for developing initiatives and programs to enhance the student experience and satisfaction while managing budgets, producing reports and providing advice on strategy and policy. I also represented CDU on various committees where I organised highly regarded programs and coordinated several on and off-campus activities. Within my current role, I also provided support to the Team Leader to help craft responses to various requests requiring strategic advice, research and analytical input.

Feb 2020 - Mar 2021

Student Services Manager

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

Navitas English is the largest provider of English language training in Australia and in the Northern Territory. I manage the team responsible for the operations and administrative duties of the CDU-based language centre along with all its financial, managerial, clerical and accommodation areas. Additional to the language training, we assist students in choosing a successful pathway to further education, training and employment. Some of my responsibilities include:- Banking - Enrolments- Accounts Payable - Visa Requirements- Budgeting - Health Cover- Petty Cash - Orientation- Bookkeeping - Attendance- Reports - Graduations- Spreadsheets - Maintenance- Accommodation - Bookings

Jan 2019 - Feb 2020

Student Services Officer And Activities Coordinator

Darwin, Australia

Responsible for the provision of high-quality student support, administration services and the first point of contact for all enquiries. I also organised the Boomerang Program (Student events and activities). Some of my responsibilities were:- Reception and administrative - Bookingsduties - Campus Amenities- Events Management - Social Media - Invoicing - Graphic Design- Enrolments - Orientation- Data Entry - Graduations- EFTPOS Settlement - Student Cards- Accommodation - Resume Assistance

Mar 2018 - Jan 2019

Board Member - Nt International Education And Training Industry Group (Ntietig)

Darwin, Australia

The NTIETIG’s membership is comprised of all NT CRICOS registered providers and other stakeholders from government and industry. Its roles are to develop the capacity of the international education and training sector in the NT, assist in the marketing and promotion of the NT as a destination of choice for international students, and provide industry advice to the strategic focus of StudyNT.

Jun 2019 - Dec 2019

Board Member - Council

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

I sat as the Undergraduate Student Representative on the CDU Council, the highest governance body for CDU. The Council is responsible for the governance of the University. It provides overall strategic guidance and oversees senior management in carrying out that strategic direction.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

Customer Service Coordinator

Darwin, Australia

UniLodge is one of the largest providers of purpose build student accommodation either on campus or in close proximity to major educational institutions, including universities, colleges and TAFE, across Australia and New Zealand. As the first point of contact for all residential enquiries and day to day administrative duties, some of my roles involved:- Tenancy Agreements - Maintenances- Property Inspections - Reports- Banking - Events- EFTPOS Settlement - Staff Amenities• Assist residents with inquiries related to their residency, studies, general needs and overall well-being. Worked closely with a 4-member team to achieve 85% occupancy rate for Semester 2 2017 intake.• Ensure accurate accounting of all student-related accounts for occupancy fee and sundries and the arrears process is managed correctly.• Coordinate and execute administrative duties as necessary to allow maximisation of profits via the smooth running of front desk reception

Aug 2015 - Apr 2018

Senior Residential Advisor

Darwin, Australia

Responsible for overseeing the Residential Advisor Team (RA) as a community development leader and support advisor. The RA is a role model, with a focus on supporting and engaging all residents and an active member of the emergency response team. Duties: - RA Team Supervision - First Aider - Events Management - Noise Complaints- Resident Engagement - Leader / Mentor- Afterhours check-ins - Lock-outs

Jun 2015 - Apr 2018
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Ben Poveda-Alfonso education

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting

Activities and Societies: President, CDU Students’ Association (CDUSA)

Academic English, English Language And Literature/Letters

Navitas
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Ben Poveda-Alfonso works for Territory Families, Housing and Communities.

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Ben Poveda-Alfonso is listed as Youth Empowerment | Community Engagement | Social Inclusion | International Education & Trade at Territory Families, Housing and Communities.

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Ben Poveda-Alfonso is based in Greater Darwin Area, Australia while working with Territory Families, Housing and Communities.

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Ben Poveda-Alfonso has worked for Territory Families, Housing And Communities, Australian Department Of Foreign Affairs And Trade, Kindness Shake, Melaleuca Australia, and Charles Darwin University.

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Ben Poveda-Alfonso holds Governance Foundations For Not-For-Profit Directors from Australian Institute Of Company Directors.

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Ben Poveda-Alfonso is listed with skills including Communication, Leadership, Public Speaking, Management, Social Collaboration, Customer Service, Team Management, and Social Media.

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