During my time at HRI, I have had the privilege of being part of an exceptional fundraising team, led by experienced leaders. Leveraging my scientific background, I have really enjoyed translating complex scientific concepts into easily comprehensible language, making it more accessible for everyday fundraising efforts.Over time, my role as Fundraising Manager has evolved, and I have gained additional responsibilities beyond the initial scope. Presently, managing and significantly contributing to almost 75% of HRI's income, overseeing the following key programs:-Face-to-Face fundraising Programs-Lotteries and Raffles Programs-Managing our Telemarketing Fundraising campaigns -Developing new digital fundraising programs-Supporting the development of new major philanthropy with a focus on transformational gifts

As a co-founder of LKRenaissance, I played a crucial role in building and running a successful business. In my role, I managed the day-to-day operations while training and motivating our exceptional team of fundraisers. Some of my key responsibilities included: - Developing and maintaining strong client and customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business. - Onboarding and recruiting new team members to build a cohesive and high-performing team. - Conducting sales training sessions and meetings to enhance our team's skills and knowledge. - Setting and monitoring targets to ensure our teams met their KPIs and achieve their goals. - Overseeing payroll and administration to ensure smooth and accurate operations.Through my leadership and expertise, we were able to establish LKRenaissance as a thriving business, delivering exceptional results for our clients and making a positive impact on our community.

As a co-founder of 3Fund, I took on the role of managing and training the NSW operations, where I played an instrumental role in developing multiple high-performing sales and fundraising teams across a variety of charity campaigns.Through my leadership and guidance, our teams were able to raise millions of dollars for some incredible causes, making a significant impact on the communities we served.My key responsibilities included: - Implementing effective sales and fundraising strategies to achieve our goals. - Recruiting and training new team members to build strong, cohesive teams. - Managing day-to-day operations and overseeing team performance to ensure our goals were met and exceeded.Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.Working at 3Fund was a challenging yet rewarding experience, and I'm proud of the contributions we made to the charities we supported.

As a team leader at a WAYS, I managed two teams working on different charity campaigns, leading up to 20 people. In this role, I developed my skills in managing larger teams, overseeing all aspects of each campaign, and ensuring that every team member had the necessary support to fundraise effectively.My key responsibilities included: - Leading and managing two teams, ensuring that they were well-trained, motivated, and equipped to achieve their goals. - Coordinating all aspects of the campaigns, from planning and execution to monitoring and reporting on progress. - Maintaining regular communication with clients to ensure that their goals were being met and exceeded. - Providing ongoing support to team members to ensure that they had everything they needed to succeed.Our teams were able to raise significant funds for the charities we supported, making a real difference in the lives of those in need. This experience allowed me to develop my skills in managing larger teams, leading with empathy and clear communication to achieve success.

As a key member of the face-to-face marketing campaign at UKAUS, I played an instrumental role in developing a high-performing team of sales professionals capable of exceeding their KPIs. During my time in this role, I developed a range of skills, including: - Personal sales skills, including lead generation, cold calling, and closing deals. - Monitoring sales campaigns, analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement. - Recruitment and development, including identifying and recruiting top talent and providing training and coaching to new team members. - Managing sales teams, setting targets and managing performance to ensure team members meet their goals. - Running leadership seminars and teaching sales skills to new team members, helping to develop their confidence and abilities. - Territory and collateral management, including organising and managing sales materials and resources.Working at UKAUS provided me with valuable experience in sales and marketing, as well as the opportunity to develop my leadership and coaching skills. I am proud of the results I achieved and the impact I had on the success of the company's campaigns.

At Marchmont Park, I worked on a sheep and cattle farm that also grew a small amount of grain. My daily responsibilities included a variety of tasks, such as repairing fences, herding livestock, feeding the animals, and operating an ATV to spray herbicides on weeds.This experience was both challenging and rewarding, as I developed my skills in agriculture and gained a deep appreciation for the hard work and dedication required to maintain a successful farm operation.

As a Brand Specialist for Ralph Lauren at Harrods, I was part of the Menswear team that won the prestigious GQ award for best destination for menswear worldwide. Working at Harrods was unlike any other retail experience I had previously encountered. I was responsible for hitting daily sales targets both individually and as a brand, while also maintaining near-perfect standards for my area and providing world-class customer service.This was an exciting and challenging experience. It required me to think creatively, work collaboratively with my team, and exceed expectations for both individual and brand performance. I developed my skills in sales, customer service, and attention to detail, all while contributing to the success of a global brand at the world's most prestigious retail destinations.

As a Sales Representative for Ralph Lauren, I was responsible for maintaining the shop floor to the high standards expected by the brand, while providing fast and friendly customer service. Additionally, I was trusted with organizing the scheduling for my department, which included managing holiday and overtime requests, as well as daily planning agendas.Key responsibilities included: - Maintaining the shop floor to Ralph Lauren's high standards. - Providing fast and friendly customer service. - Managing scheduling for my department, including holiday and overtime requests.Working as a Sales Representative at Ralph Lauren required excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to customer service. I developed my skills in sales, customer service, and time management, and was proud to contribute to the success of a world-renowned brand.

I worked in a research team focused on Crohn's disease. My role involved conducting investigations primarily using polymerase chain reactions and Western blotting techniques to study the disease.Key responsibilities included: - Conducting experiments using polymerase chain reactions and Western blotting. - Analyzing and interpreting experimental data. Working in this research team provided me with valuable experience in laboratory techniques and experimental design, as well as a deeper understanding of Crohn's disease and its molecular mechanisms. This experience contributed significantly to my academic and professional development, and I something I thoroughly enjoyed.