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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Vic, Au

The Outdoor Education Foundation provides high-quality outdoor education programs to disadvantaged young people who for reasons such as place-based disadvantage, economic inequality and refugee backgrounds cannot access outdoor education development. Facilitated outdoor education programs provide young people with the opportunity to get outside, be adventurous, curious, healthy and develop social and emotional skills. Our programs range from weekend camps to week-long expeditions… Show more The Outdoor Education Foundation provides high-quality outdoor education programs to disadvantaged young people who for reasons such as place-based disadvantage, economic inequality and refugee backgrounds cannot access outdoor education development. Facilitated outdoor education programs provide young people with the opportunity to get outside, be adventurous, curious, healthy and develop social and emotional skills. Our programs range from weekend camps to week-long expeditions combining outdoor learning with community development and volunteering. At the heart of our programming is a desire to place diverse groups of young people in immersive settings where they can support each other, share their experiences, and practice skills including resilience, self-belief, empathy, and teamwork. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Wendy Brooks & Partners is a team of strategic and creative thinkers who are experienced in implementing social change. WBP uses a “strategy-first” approach to ensure clients are in the strongest possible position to maximise their impact, collaborate meaningfully and build sustainable partnerships for effective system-level change.----I was the organiser of the Wendy Brooks & Partners Disruptive Ideas Forum, a free event that aims to build the capacity of the not-for-profit sector and… Show more Wendy Brooks & Partners is a team of strategic and creative thinkers who are experienced in implementing social change. WBP uses a “strategy-first” approach to ensure clients are in the strongest possible position to maximise their impact, collaborate meaningfully and build sustainable partnerships for effective system-level change.----I was the organiser of the Wendy Brooks & Partners Disruptive Ideas Forum, a free event that aims to build the capacity of the not-for-profit sector and enhance its effectiveness. Within othe team I specialised in project design, building collaboration, strategic fundraising and positioning, and facilitation. I worked closely with the boards and leadership teams of some of Australia's leading change agents including The Smith Family, The Centre for Community Child Health, Kids First, Justice Connect, RSPCA Victoria, Scope Australia, The Alcohol & Drug Foundation and Western Chances. Show less

North Melbourne

The Social Research Centre is Australia’s leading social science research organisation and key innovator in applied social research methodology.My key responsibilities included:-Extensive project coordination and project management-Leadership development and training of junior staff-Coordinate and run briefings on project features/limitations-Liaise with and accommodate clients and external stakeholders-Performance management and quality assurance of staff-Ensure… Show more The Social Research Centre is Australia’s leading social science research organisation and key innovator in applied social research methodology.My key responsibilities included:-Extensive project coordination and project management-Leadership development and training of junior staff-Coordinate and run briefings on project features/limitations-Liaise with and accommodate clients and external stakeholders-Performance management and quality assurance of staff-Ensure field projects are completed correctly and on time-Ensure staff adhere to HR and OHS policies-Create/amend documentation on workplace processes and procedures-Assist with staff resourcing & rostering-Data analytics – understand and monitor customer behavioural patterns-Manage competing priorities-Work closely with Excel Show less

Diploma Of Business (Governance)

The Diploma of Business (Governance) – is designed specifically for not-for-profit board committee members and people who work alongside.

Executive Master Of Arts, Organizational Leadership

Developed in consultation with arts, government, corporate and community sectors, the EMA was designed to develop the skills needed.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Building Aboriginal Cultural Competency Program

A brilliant course. Purpose was: • To develop awareness of Aboriginal culture and identity. • To develop awareness of the strengths.