Jen Gibson

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Crew / Remote Logistics / Sustainability / Business Development / Project Management
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Specialising in organising in remote locations, my objective is to obtain a role on an Expedition Vessel or Research Vessel.Whether it be in Chief Stewardess roles on yachts in areas like Borneo, Thailand, Vanuatu and the Pacific - or as Field Logistics and Administration Manager for Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) working in the Congo, Burma, Ethiopia, Cambodia and Kenya – or in Production roles organising logistics for film shoots in remote locations in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands – or on my off-the-beaten-track travels in over 80 countries around the world – I am truly in my element.I thrive in these situations because I like a challenge and they have ideally suited my adventurous and inquisitive spirit.I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce & Administration including Accountancy & Management, and my combination of skills and experience positions me well for roles that require leadership, financial management and operational oversight. With proven ability to develop happy and successful teams, I am also proficient in managing accounts, payroll, budgets and project timelines, and in creating procedures and guidelines. My passion for nature and environmental sustainability is integral to both my values and pursuits. Approachable and discrete, I am a certified Life Coach. My positive, easy-going manner allows me to quickly fit into a new team and my varied personal and professional life experiences mean I bring a lot to the table in supporting the wider team. I am an enthusiastic lifelong learner and am always keen to add to my current language skills.QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor of Commerce & Administration, including Accounting and Management• Certified Yacht Purser – completed through Purser Trainer• PDSD• STCW / ENG1 • Certified Life Coach • Catapult Leadership Course• PADI DiverKEY ATTRIBUTES• A dynamic, positive self-starter with initiative and enthusiasm• Well organised with attention to detail• Ability to interact and collaborate with a diverse range of people• Team player, enjoys building, supporting, working in, empowering and motivating a team• Enterprising in solving problems, "can-do” attitude• Ethical, trustworthy and diplomatic• Excellent administrative and oral communications skillsSKILL SETS• Remote destination knowledge• Logistics• Financial management• Itinerary creation and destination management• MS Office, Voly, DEEPBlue, TotalSuperyacht, Pinpoint Works• Shipyard project management • Knowledge of maritime structure & regulations• Establishing safe working conditions

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Crew / Remote Logistics / Sustainability / Business Development / Project Management
Jen Gibson Work Experience Details
  • The Purser Trainer
    Purser Course Content Administrator
    The Purser Trainer Dec 2023 - May 2024
    • Updating course content on The Purser Trainer e-learning platform
  • Gbl Contractor Recruitment
    Project Coordinator
    Gbl Contractor Recruitment Dec 2021 - Mar 2023
    Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand
    · Ensured the smooth running and logistics of the programme involving the coordination of the Project Team in the National Office and 35 Curriculum Leads Wellbeing in regional MoE offices around the country· Integral in the successful implementation of high-profile national projects in Aotearoa New Zealand’s education system· Responsible for travel logistics for team travel and for national conferences· Instrumental in the development of a new milestone-reporting data system· Collaborated with the HR team to organise the expansion of the programme and the recruitment of an additional 30 new Curriculum Leads· Planned and implemented the induction programme for new Curriculum Leads· Managed budget· Short-term contract role extended four times
  • Consulting To Various Food Rescue Organisations Across New Zealand
    Consultant: Logistics / Business Development / Project Management
    Consulting To Various Food Rescue Organisations Across New Zealand Mar 2020 - Dec 2021
    All Of New Zealand
    · Set up a consultancy business during COVID-19 pandemic to assist various organisations in the food rescue sector, who collect quality surplus food and allocate to community groups· Prepared a variety of sector best-practice operational, HR and Health & Safety documentation and guidelines· Held an instrumental role in successfully creating a proposal for the New Zealand government, that was approved and implemented, for the formation of the nationwide NZ Food Network· Planned and implemented transitions from mobile services to a hub-based models for two local Food Rescue Organisations (FROs)· Developed a plan to increase the daily food rescue volumes collected from supermarkets and successfully increased volumes by 114% in four months for one organisation · Managed a Health & Safety audit and implemented an action plan· Located new premises for one organisation's operations and implemented move and set-up plan· Guided strategic direction and HR structure for organisations· Worked closely with NZ government Ministry of Primary Industries Iwi (Māori tribal groups) Liaison Advisor and engaged with iwi representatives
  • Kaibosh Food Rescue
    Hutt Operations Manager
    Kaibosh Food Rescue Aug 2015 - Mar 2019
    Wellington & Wairarapa, New Zealand
    • Set up a new branch of Kaibosh Food Rescue in the Hutt Valley• Managed the Hutt Valley team of Food Rescue Drivers and Volunteer Manager• Consistently grew the number of food donors and recipients, eventually collecting and distributing around 12 tonnes of quality surplus food each month• Built strong relationships within the community• Compiled a detailed research report with recommendations for setting up the proposed Kapiti branch of Kaibosh Food Rescue• Streamlined processes, set up new guidelines, and initiated and helped to develop new software to assist volunteers to sort food according to the needs of community groupswww.kaibosh.org.nz
  • New Zealand Film Industry
    Freelance Production / Logistics Management
    New Zealand Film Industry Oct 2013 - Jul 2015
    New Zealand And Pacific Islands
    • Managed central logistical and administration requirements for film shoots, often in remote locations
  • Médecins Sans Frontières Australia & New Zealand
    Field Logistics Manager/Field Administration Manager
    Médecins Sans Frontières Australia & New Zealand Feb 2010 - Oct 2013
    Worldwide
    • 6 month projects in each of the following countries: Myanmar (Burma), Congo, Ethiopia, Cambodia, Kenya and Bordeaux• Managed teams of up to 36 staff• Set up team bases from scratch• Duties included managing all travel logistics, transportation movements, security, procurement, inventories, accounts, payroll, HR, leave management, budget management and cash management.• Managed small construction projects, coordinating contractors and ensuring projects were completed to MSF quality standards, within budget and on time• Collaborated with local authorities• Responsible for getting all supplies to the project• Ensured projects had clean water and electricity supply• Managed all transportation logistics and drivers scheduling• Prepared regular written reports for stakeholders and headquarters• Prepared and followed up Logistics budget
  • Outpac Designs Ltd (Pacsafe Brand)
    Marketing Manager
    Outpac Designs Ltd (Pacsafe Brand) Dec 2007 - Jan 2010
    Hong Kong
    • Responsible for a multi-cultural team of four including hiring, training, setting KPI’s, performance reviews• Managed large rebranding project• Responsible for marketing collateral and overseeing website development• Responsible for Pacsafe presence at approximately six large trade shows per year including designing stands• Built relationships with international agents
  • Various World-Traveling Yachts
    Chief Stewardess / Stewardess / Nanny / Delivery Crew
    Various World-Traveling Yachts Oct 1994 - May 2007
    Apr 2007 – May 2007, Delivery crew, S/Y Silvertip, 34m YDLItinerary: Tahiti, Marquesas, MexicoJan 2006 – Apr 2006, Stewardess (temp), S/Y Chimera, 31m Alloy YachtsItinerary: Circumnavigation of New ZealandJun 2000 – Dec 2001, Stewardess, S/Y Unfurled, 34m Royal HuismanItinerary: Holland (joined before launch, managed interior set up), Spain, Italy, France, CaribbeanApr 1998 – Jan 1999, Chief Stewardess, S/Y Fleurtje, 57m, 16 crew, left because offered opportunity with America’s Cup Village in New Zealand over the millenniumItinerary: Bermuda, Savannah GA (managed interior side of yard period)Oct 1997 – Apr 1998, Chief Stewardess (seasonal), M/Y Antipodean, 36m OceanfastItinerary: Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia (Borneo)May 1996 – Apr 1997, Chief Stewardess, S/Y Shenandoah, 56m, 14 crewItinerary: New Zealand, Fiji, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Indonesia, Singapore, ThailandOct 1994 – Aug 1995, Stewardess/Nanny, S/Y FelicIta, 45m Perini Navi, left because boat for saleItinerary: Caribbean, Panama Canal, Galapagos, Marquesas, Tuamotus, Tahiti, Fiji
  • New Zealand Trade And Enterprise
    Investment Manager
    New Zealand Trade And Enterprise Jul 2006 - Feb 2007
    Auckland, New Zealand
    • Promoted New Zealand internationally as a place to invest• Responsible for building relationships with potential international investors to bring foreign investment into New Zealand• Developed itineraries and hosted offshore investors visiting New Zealand to investigate potential investment opportunities under the government’s Visiting Investor Programme. Often HNWIs.
  • Destination Queenstown Inc
    Business Development Manager
    Destination Queenstown Inc Jan 2004 - Jan 2006
    Queenstown, New Zealand
    • Responsible for promoting Queenstown internationally as a tourism destination to the travel trade• Developed, coordinated and hosted travel trade familiarisations to Queenstown, in conjunction with Tourism New Zealand • Identified, budgeted, coordinated and attended international trade and consumer shows representing Queenstown and Southern Lakes regions in USA, Australia, Thailand, Japan and Tahiti• Built and maintained relationships with key industry partners such as Tourism New Zealand, national travel trade bodies, other RTO’s, airlines and corporate sponsors• Developed Queenstown’s niche market sectors via website, hosting targeted travel trade and working closely with specific industry groups such as the New Zealand Food and Wine Tourism Network, Golf New Zealand and the New Zealand Superyacht Marketing Network• Responsible for supporting strategy to build arrivals in the shoulder seasons, eg implementation of “Do More In May” campaign• Complied and distributed Queenstown product update via e-newsletter to over 5,000 national and international travel trade and industry• Managed domestic and international sales calls and training on Queenstown region and product• Assisted new Destination Queenstown members with industry contacts and to ensure their product was “export ready”
  • The Essential Directory For Superyachts Ltd
    Director/Manager (Self Employed)
    The Essential Directory For Superyachts Ltd Dec 2001 - Jan 2004
    Auckland, New Zealand
    • Created and developed a highly successful annual business directory for Superyacht captains and owners visiting New Zealand• Directed The Essential Directory for Superyachts completely autonomously showing self motivation and initiative• Built strong relationships with advertisers in The Essential Directory for Superyachts, marine industry bodies and end-users• Organised a highly successful launch evening for The Essential Directory inviting advertisers, media and industry representatives. Spoke to an audience of 300.
  • America'S Cup Village Superyacht Marina
    Business Development Manager
    America'S Cup Village Superyacht Marina Jan 1999 - Jun 2000
    Auckland, New Zealand
    • Responsible for the promotion of the America’s Cup Village Superyacht Marina and facilities to potential Superyacht visitors. Undertaken by building on existing relationships, attending the Monaco and Ft Lauderdale boatshows offshore, working with Tourism New Zealand and New Zealand Trade and Enterprise locally through the New Zealand Superyacht Marketing Network, and via regular newsletters to Superyacht captains and owners.• Built strong relationships with Superyacht viistors. Acted as their primary point of contact prior to arrival and once docked in the America’s Cup Village Superyacht Marina• Responsible for liaison with industry groups eg Tourism New Zealand, NZ Trade and Enterprise and New Zealand Marine Export Group (now New Zealand Marine Industry Association)
  • Lintas Advertising Agency
    Account Executive
    Lintas Advertising Agency Feb 1992 - Jun 1993
    Wellington, New Zealand
    • Worked on Unilever Account executing their Marketing and Advertising Plan

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