Project Managing the implementation of a new education academy in India.

Managed a team of 5 to produce high profile events including Graduation Parade and Open Day.• Managed multiple projects including large scale events such as Open Day and Graduation Parade and online workshops and town halls. • Oversaw budget of over $500,000 for events across the University.• Continuously optimised processes for implementing projects and events in an efficient, effective and Covidsafe manner.• Assessed and contributed to business strategies and developed operational plans to support the University.• Liaised closely with a broad range of contractors and stakeholders ranging from Vice Chancellery Executive, marketing staff and academics to traffic management companies and Council departments.

EVENTS• Build relationships with event managers and related staff in each state to implement a fully prepared event with all operational requirements in place. Negotiate with all necessary stakeholders to provide services and equipment required for all above events. This includes venue booking, council liaison and permits, site infrastructure, walk routes, entertainment, catering and signage.• Compile a volunteer plan to ensure volunteers are recruited, inducted and thanked for all roles as required. Liaise with and motivate volunteers on event day to ensure they enjoy their role and play their part appropriately• Develop budget, monitor actual costs and provide event report at the conclusion of all events.• Develop risk assessment and safety management plan and ensure implemented for event• Look at the environmental sustainability of these eventsENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITYI wrote a proposal for the LF board that the organisation should have a Sustainability Policy. Next steps:* Do an organisational audit of energy, waste, procurement, promotions & transport* Develop a policy* Develop and action plan* Implement it!

•Managed a range of events effectively including Mission Australia Family day, targeting 3300 underprivileged clients, providing free entry, sourcing and distributing free lunches and ensuring an entertaining day at the Zoo. Communicated event detail to staff, other stakeholders and clients through presentations and reports. •Organised a number of donor functions including ‘breakfast with the Gorillas’, ‘thanks with the Orang-utans’ and group tours and luncheons.•Facilitated conservation forum for over 300 guests. Coordinated marketing, RSVPs, bookings, audio visual, catering, venue; invited speakers and catered for their requirements.•Worked on change management program to update Animal Adoptions program – developed new website, fact sheets and promotional material.•Developed events-based media opportunities to maximise exposure of specific zoo events and activities. •Worked on communications and marketing plans for each event.

•Coordinated activities towards the Biennial Conference: developed systems to ensure the event was run with operational excellence; managed budget; organised venue, audio visual, accommodation and catering requirements for 200 delegates; •Developed marketing and publicity materials that were targeted and effective in communicating campaigns and programs. •Completed feasibility study for new large fundraising event: analysing financial opportunities, demographics, logistics, event style, location and marketing potential.

Assistant to manager and director. Managed their diary, administrative requirements & facilitated meetings.

Coordinated operational requirements for a high profile one-day forum including: liaised with venue management; made arrangements for international speakers; sourced audio visual equipment; liaised with stakeholders; compiled strategic marketing and operational plans; administrated the budget; evaluated and reported on project outcomes.

•Worked closely with venue operations staff to ensure the venue ran efficiently, offering enhanced visitor services to spectators and athletes from around the world.•Coordinated services for 12000 spectators, liasing with security and existing venue staff. Managed the movements of 6000 athletes for the opening and closing ceremonies.•Compiled policies and operational procedures; monitored safety of all public areas including security and first aid.•Managed 200 volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, establishing a reward, recognition and retention program and conducting pre-games training.

Sole administrator supporting the delivery of a change management project to 40 NGO’s

Facilitated the development of 100 young volunteers through managing the construction of a community hall and gravity-feed water system.•Met logistical demands, liaised closely with local communities of 200 and achieved sustainable goals.•Worked in a close-knit team of 15, designing project plans and overcoming many problems of a practical and cultural nature, completing the projects on time and to high standards.

Creation Theatre Company is a small company who present ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ throughout the summer. • Venue Operations: During the 3 month run I managed all venue operational and administrative issues and coordinated the volunteer programme including recruitment, training and rostering. Working with a minimum budget I oversaw front of house operations, building hire, security, transport, logistical requirements and staff recruitment. I ensured the smooth running of events and made sure that all contractors and internal staff provided an optimum service. Using various financial and service reporting systems I continuously evaluated our operations to guarantee visitor expectations (capacity 300) were exceeded.• Planning/Administration: Over 6 months I was involved in planning the project: liaising with the Oxford Council Parks Dept, Licensing Authorities, Catering suppliers, Fire Service and local residents. Developed policies and procedures, compiled risk assessments and fire evacuation procedures. Compiled training and retention packages for a pool of 40 volunteers and 6 paid staff.

Responsible for the operations of an 1800 seated theatre, including visitor services and personnel requirements for 25 full-time and 60 casual staff. We hosted opera, musicals, pop concerts, films, children’s events and drama. • Venue Operations: Managed front of house operations, box office, back of house, marketing, security, staffing and event set-up. Developed systems to ensure that communications between everyone involved in presenting an event were excellent. Evaluated events, constantly liaising with senior management and implementing reviewed procedures.• Marketing & Administration: Coordinated the set up of promotional and show-related events, designing effective project plans & marketing material for this purpose. Completed daily and weekly accounts, payroll, processed invoices, planned staff rotas and designed emergency evacuation procedures. Created databases outlining companies’ requirements