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Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

• Undertook Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
• Performing ecological restoration of riparian, coastal foredunes, mangrove, wet heath and open eucalypt forest through the retention, regeneration and remediation of indigenous vegetation as directed.
• Undertaking appropriate handling, transportation and use of herbicides with an understanding of invasive species-specific techniques and applications.
• Upholding correct biosecurity measures to prevent the transfer of pest species and diseases.
• Following company and industry standards to manage risks to the health and safety of people and the natural environment.
• Carrying out seed collection, treatment, documentation, germination and potting up of native grasses, woody shrubs and herbaceous plant seeds.

Noosa, Queensland, Australia

• Researched, tested and manufactured effective natural personal care products.
• Combined extensive scientific understanding with cosmetic chemistry research to perform efficient herbal extractions for use in product formulation.

Sydney, Australia

• Managed administration of 10 publicly listed client accounts by identifying problems, analysing information and developing solutions to produce better management reports increased service efficiency to 95%
• Guided social media management and increased Facebook and Twitter traffic by 45% in six months
• Designed storyboards and content flow for client presentations, ensuring implementation of appropriate graphics and charts

Kumamoto, Japan

• Tutored private students and group classes with proficient English and Japanese communication skills for improvised conversation and streamline learning
• Displayed a flexible & adaptable nature from a diverse range of working hours in a demanding foreign environment while upholding Distinction grades in host-university classes
• Developed strong time management and leadership skills for teaching 4-8 classes of varying sizes daily while aware of cultural sensitivities

Sydney, Australia

• Performed accurate data entry, drafting key documents for claims staff & ad-hoc tasks
• Liaised with important stakeholders and determine updated client standards
• Solidified sustainability goals with transition of company to paperless operations in 2 months

Bachelor Of Science, Bachelor Of Arts In International Studies, Environmental Science & Japanese

• Science Communication • Well-developed Interpersonal Skills • Scientific Report Writing • Flora & Fauna Identification and Surveying •.

Bachelor Of Arts In International Studies, Japanese Studies

Activities and Societies: English Volunteering Kumamoto Orphanage English Teacher at London Cafe Kumamoto 1 Year Foreign Exchange •.