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Hobart, Tas, Au

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Malawi

Providing strategic direction and oversight as Chair of the Board at a sustainable social enterprise and charity focussed on women’s health, leading impactful initiatives to empower marginalized communities through vocational training and sustainable business models.

Malawi

Malawi

Managed the implementation of a UKAID-funded Vocational Training Program, collaborating with consortium partners to address barriers to education for marginalized girls.

Malawi

Established and led a successful social enterprise in Northern Malawi, achieving significant social impact through the production and distribution of reusable sanitary products, Menstrual Health trainings, and advocacy efforts.

Wellington, New Zealand

Managed a comprehensive portfolio of mental health and addictions services at a prominent mid-size NGO, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across the Lower Northern Region of New Zealand. Oversaw various critical functions, including service management, funding contract negotiations, and the design and implementation of innovative programs. Key responsibilities included:- Spearheading initiatives to enhance mental health services at five prisons and community correctional facilities, implementing evidence-based interventions to address complex needs.- Directing youth services, including community support and counseling for alcohol and drug addiction, ensuring tailored and effective interventions to support at-risk youth.- Orchestrating the launch and management of a crisis respite residential facility, providing vital support and intervention during times of acute distress.- Overseeing the operations of alcohol and drug treatment facilities and community support programs, fostering a holistic approach to addiction recovery.- Managing mental health supported accommodation services, offering safe and supportive housing options for individuals with persistent mental health challenges.- Leading the development and implementation of mental health community support services, ensuring accessible and responsive care for individuals in need.- Directing access and choice community support services, empowering individuals to navigate and access the support services through primary health that best meet their unique needs.- Collaborating with the Fetu Ola Pacifika Community Support Service to address the mental health and addiction needs of Pacific Island communities, promoting culturally responsive care and support.

Malawi

Managed financial support to microloan start-ups across diverse sectors, fostering entrepreneurship and economic empowerment in underserved communities in Northern Malawi.

Berlin Area, Germany

Data Artisans are the creators of Apache Flink.Managed diverse administrative functions at a fast-paced tech startup, playing a pivotal role in facilitating operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness. Key responsibilities included:Oversaw human resource management, ensuring the recruitment, onboarding, and development of a talented team to support company objectives.Successfully coordinated events, meetings, and trainings, fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment. Managed bookkeeping and budgeting processes, ensuring financial accountability and adherence to budgetary constraints.

Utrecht En Omgeving, Nederland

Served as a senior social worker at a prominent social care foundation, specializing in providing comprehensive support to homeless individuals and families. Key achievements included:Provided strength-based counseling and casework management to diverse clientele, including individuals living with mental illness, substance use disorders, and survivors of sexual and domestic violence.Assisted in the management of high-pressure crisis centers, implementing effective strategies for containment, de-escalation, and crisis intervention.Played a key role in project implementation and community engagement, collaborating with team members to address the needs of vulnerable populations effectively.

Utrecht En Omgeving, Nederland

Provided essential support and guidance to individuals and families facing homelessness, offering containment counseling, financial assistance, and social activation services. Key responsibilities included:Managed residential counseling and casework, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in crisis situations.Collaborated closely with volunteers and community partners to provide comprehensive care and support to those in need.

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

Delivered basic care and assistance to homeless individuals, offering guidance, support, and advocacy services to promote their well-being. Key responsibilities included:Established positive relationships with clients, authorities, and community stakeholders to facilitate access to essential services and resources.

Msc Troped Master Of International Health, Public Health, Master

The master focuses on (public) health issues and addresses the broader picture of disease specific related issues in low resource settings.

Degree, International Public Health, Diploma

Main focus on mixed methods research, tropical medicine and international public health. Additional modules in project design, monitoring.

Recovery Methodology, Social Work

Strength based method of counseling.

Education record

Including: Dealing with mental illness, psychiatric and addiction, aggression prevention, Recovering care.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Social Work (Maatschappelijk Werk En Dienstverlening)

Specialized in Individual Counseling. Additional courses in Rehabilitation, Social Psychiatry and Cultural anthropology.

Propaedeutics, Applied Psychology

Basics of applied psychology and motivational counseling.