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Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Spearheaded the design and implementation of 16 nationwide youth justice programs using a community-centric co-design approach. As Workstream Lead for government priority initiatives, I provided high-quality advice and produced comprehensive documents for the Chief Executive. I led the youth justice response under the UN Convention against Torture and Rights of the Child, enhancing process efficiency through a Microsoft SharePoint/Planner platform.

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Pioneered the establishment and successful operation of five new refugee resettlement offices across New Zealand. Led and directed five resettlement teams, overseeing 70 staff and managing an annual budget of $4 million. Fostered relationships with international organizations such as IOM, ICRC, and UNHCR, and developed change initiatives and transition management strategies to cultivate a progressive and adaptive organizational culture.

Auckland, New Zealand

Orchestrated long-term planning, implementation strategies, and regulatory alignment for youth justice projects. Managed a budget of $3 million and a staff team of 10, transforming tactical opportunities into strategic engagements with community and government partners. Built the success of the project to a market-leading national standard, exceeding government targets and developing governance frameworks and standard operating procedures.

Auckland, New Zealand

Managed daily operations and financial budgets across residential care houses, optimizing staff, resources, and activities for youths with complex behaviors. Led a team of 20 staff, providing supervision, training, and support, resulting in a motivated and dedicated workforce. Spearheaded staff development initiatives, including training in trauma-informed care and behavior management techniques, resulting in improved resident outcomes.

England, United Kingdom

Led a multidisciplinary team at a drug and alcohol support charity, significantly increasing client engagement and recovery success rates through innovative support strategies and personalized care plans. Oversaw operational enhancements and staff development, ensuring high-quality service delivery and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and empathy towards clients’ recovery journeys.

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Led a pioneering prison mentoring program, developing its curriculum and forging partnerships for inmate reintegration, significantly improving post-release outcomes. Evaluated program impact, reducing recidivism, and earning recognition for potential expansion.

Gloucestershire

Oversaw daily operations of a cluster of residential care houses, effectively coordinating staff schedules, resources, and activities to ensure a supportive and safe environment for young individuals with challenging behaviors. Implemented individualized care plans and behavioral management strategies, resulting in measurable improvements in residents’ well-being and a significant decrease in incidents of challenging behavior.

Masters, Development Studies, Merit

Bachelor'S Degree, Sociology, Distinction