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Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria

In this role, I work across multiple programmes including operations of the UNDP-SIWI Water Governance Facility (WGF). The main objective of the WGF is to provide leadership on global water governance as well as providing technical support to UNDP country offices. Through this, I am strongly engaged in NDC enhancement/implementation activities, including assessment of water sector potential as well as providing dedicated support to country focal points from various countries. This includes the… Show more In this role, I work across multiple programmes including operations of the UNDP-SIWI Water Governance Facility (WGF). The main objective of the WGF is to provide leadership on global water governance as well as providing technical support to UNDP country offices. Through this, I am strongly engaged in NDC enhancement/implementation activities, including assessment of water sector potential as well as providing dedicated support to country focal points from various countries. This includes the preparation of material designed to help non-water specialists understand the implications of mitigation and adaptation activities on water resources.I am also leading internal activities relating to working with and supporting Indigenous Peoples in water policy process including the publication of a forthcoming report on Indigenous Values and Water Governance, as well as other activities intended to support increased engagement of Indigenous Peoples in water challenges at an international level.My other key activity stream supporting implementation of Source to Sea programme activities. The Source to Sea programme has various facets, but contains a structured approach that can give policy makers more insight into their water governance gaps and helps identify suitable interventions that might actually work. My prior experience of working within similar watershed or catchment groups in New Zealand, as well as with transboundary groups in Africa, has proven very useful for supporting activities in Ethiopia and Viet Nam around source to sea analysis and understanding. Show less

Abidjan, Cote D'Ivoire

At AWF, I worked on multiple projects relating to climate change and its impact on water resource management, project preparation activities, and securing climate finance. In this role I was responsible for programme evaluation, reporting, and project development, as well as coordinating efforts to mainstream climate change into water programmes across AWF and AfDB. I was also responsible for advocacy efforts, including delivering presentations at various World Water Weeks, Africa Water Week… Show more At AWF, I worked on multiple projects relating to climate change and its impact on water resource management, project preparation activities, and securing climate finance. In this role I was responsible for programme evaluation, reporting, and project development, as well as coordinating efforts to mainstream climate change into water programmes across AWF and AfDB. I was also responsible for advocacy efforts, including delivering presentations at various World Water Weeks, Africa Water Week, climate finance events, as well as delivered training. I have a specific interest in transboundary and watershed challenges, including political, social, and ecological aspects such as the retention of ecosystem services for long term supply. Duties included project screening, project appraisal, project completion, climate safeguards, preparation of knowledge products, Monitoring and evaluating climate change related projects and programs, peer review, liaison with officers across AfDB and external parties, preparation and implementation of training on climate change and climate finance; field missions; preparation of climate funding proposals, preparation of speeches, focal point for climate change, ecosystem services and biodiversity for the Water Development and Sanitation Department and AWF. Show less

Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand

Responsible for providing technical advice and direction to politicians, colleagues, and external clients; managing community engagement programmes; drafting regulatory policies; responding to national directives, and representing the District in a number of strategic planning initiatives.Duties:Researching and leading new sustainability actions and project/programmes; Preparing and drafting legal briefs and submissions on national regulations; Preparing and leading major strategic… Show more Responsible for providing technical advice and direction to politicians, colleagues, and external clients; managing community engagement programmes; drafting regulatory policies; responding to national directives, and representing the District in a number of strategic planning initiatives.Duties:Researching and leading new sustainability actions and project/programmes; Preparing and drafting legal briefs and submissions on national regulations; Preparing and leading major strategic planning documents; Preparing internal, external, and media reports on environmental management and socio-economic matters, including natural hazards, watersheds/catchments, ecosystem services, biological diversity, and climate change; Committee Agenda preparation, evaluating impacts or implications of national/regional environmental or sustainability directives and communicating this throughout the organisation; Liaising with the public on different district wide issues, including hosting/facilitating public meetings and design processes; Managing programme/project budgets, Environmental Court preparation and mediation; Implementation of multiple catchment/ watershed management programmes whether as participant, support or coordinator. Show less

Lincoln, Canterbury, New Zealand

Responsible for conducting research and preparing written material for various University programmes. Duties: • Developing a Sustainability Reporting Framework for a local council;• Developing an Inventory of Tools for Assessing Impact of Tourism on the Biophysical Environment;• Organising and chairing meetings with local body politicians and management; • Evaluating different inputs for their efficacy; • Keeping stakeholders informed; • Presenting sustainability… Show more Responsible for conducting research and preparing written material for various University programmes. Duties: • Developing a Sustainability Reporting Framework for a local council;• Developing an Inventory of Tools for Assessing Impact of Tourism on the Biophysical Environment;• Organising and chairing meetings with local body politicians and management; • Evaluating different inputs for their efficacy; • Keeping stakeholders informed; • Presenting sustainability workshops; • Researching sustainability and tourism literature;• Drafting papers and reports for the research manager. Show less

Between April-September, I managed a small team that dealt members with accommodation enquiries from local and international students, and the rest of the year the position was administrative in nature.Duties• Conflict resolution;• Administrative tasks;• Database preparation and input;• Accommodation management;• Other duties as required by my employer.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom And Bristol, United Kingdom

I worked through this agency in a number of cities including Edinburgh and London. My longest role was working for Lloyds Car Finance in Edinburgh.Duties• Data input;• Complaint management;• Debtor queries and follow-up;• Other duties as required by my employer.

Christchurch, New Zealand

I worked within the Water Services Unit as an Information officer. My main responsibility was the issuance of the drainage, flooding, and water related components of Land Information Memorandums. Additional responsibilities included supporting the Christchurch Childrens Advocate and developing an educational programme on water for local schoolchildren. DutiesResearch reports;Flood and Drainage Analysis;Complaint management;Resolving public and lawyer queries and… Show more I worked within the Water Services Unit as an Information officer. My main responsibility was the issuance of the drainage, flooding, and water related components of Land Information Memorandums. Additional responsibilities included supporting the Christchurch Childrens Advocate and developing an educational programme on water for local schoolchildren. DutiesResearch reports;Flood and Drainage Analysis;Complaint management;Resolving public and lawyer queries and disputes;Data management;Civil Defence. Show less

Masters Of Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, 2Nd Class Honours

Activities and Societies: Scuba Diving, Running, Ultimate Frisbee, Tramping Postgraduate Courses International Environmental Policy.

Post-Graduate Diploma Of Arts/Certificates Of Proficiency, Planning

Courses: Natural Hazards and Resilient communities Special paper on Ecological Economics Energy Policy (produced by Murdoch University.

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.) / Diploma For Graduates (Marine Science), Zoology/Animal Biology, B

Activities and Societies: President of the Otago University Scuba Diving Club, Running, Tramping, Film Society Postgraduate courses.