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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 •.