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ABOUT
ABOUT
For twenty years I have lived and worked in cross-cultural environments, concentrating on the humanitarian and development sector over the last fifteen years. I am particularly interested in the process of engagement with vulnerable communities and the ongoing development of methodologies that provide better outcomes while ensuring accountability for all involved. In recent years, I have broadened my experience in executive level positions, supporting various indigenous organisations across several different industries through periods of transition of senior executive roles. My thorough understanding and experience in information management, gives a strong grounding to further analysis, management, communication and facilitation in communities with complex and varied challenges.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Highly motivated and adept at working cross-culturally, under high levels of stress in complex operating environments. Skilled at working in teams and individually, specialising in:
Organisational governance
Project management and development
Management systems design and implementation
Information technology and communications management
Logistics and supply chain management
Training and facilitation
WORK EXPERIENCE
WORK EXPERIENCE
Chief Executive Officer; Operations Manager
Mutitjulu, Australia; April 2023 - September 2023
Maruku Arts is a not-for-profit art and craft corporation based at Mutitjulu within Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Maruku Arts uses the promotion and development of Aboriginal Arts and Crafts to help maintain culture and as a method of community development and creation of opportunity for local Anangu people. In addition to running a gallery within the Cultural Centre of the National Park, Maruku Arts offers tours, workshops, demonstrations, traditional ceremonies and exhibitions.
Operations Manager
Alice Springs, Australia; November 2021 - November 2022
ICTV is a television service delivering cultural and community video content to remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities around Australia, and beyond, enabling the sharing of cultural stories, song and dance, language and essential information through the television service and on-demand internet-based service.
Organisational Management & Systems Mentor
Yogyakarta, Indonesia; June 2017 – December 2018
RedR Indonesia is the newest member of the global humanitarian capacity building organisation RedR International, working towards a world in which sufficient competent and committed personnel are available and responding to humanitarian needs. Working through the Australian Volunteers for International Development program, my role focused on, mentoring the RedR staff and management team:
To set up the management system and procedures for RedR Indonesia that will align with RedR International standards and principles
To assist in the development of international networking and funding strategies
Operate as a project officer on various contracts, especially supporting information management
Mentor the organisation and individuals to use governance systems in helping drive their work more efficiently and with greater accountability
General Manager &
Senior Administrative Officer
Yuendumu, Australia;
Feb - June 2017 & Jan - June 2019
Yapa-Kurlangu Ngurrara Aboriginal Corporation is a Warlpiri organisation dedicated to the care and maintenance of the region’s outstations and its people. YKNAC is a multi-faceted organisation, providing construction and maintenance services within the region, mechanical repairs, cleaning services, skills training and recycling services.
Project Officer
Indonesia; Oct 2012 - Dec 2013; ongoing collaboration.
Humanitarian Benchmark Consulting (HBC) is a consultancy addressing Asian development and emergency response issues, including evaluation, training, project management, advice and contributing to the discussion and development of guidelines in the international development sector.
Executive Officer, Executive Assistant & Office Manager
Yuendumu, Australia; Jan 2008 - Dec 2011
WYDAC develops strong young community leaders by addressing petrol sniffing and other substance misuse, community capacity building while providing diversionary programs for young people.
January 2012 - Present; Private consultancy providing services in program development, IT services, data management and analysis
August 2019 - December 2020; General Manager; Co-ordinator Community Services & Development; Manungurra Aboriginal Corporation; Tennant Creek, Australia
May - August 2016; July 2014 - April 2015; Relief Youth Development Worker; Relief Administration Officer; Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation; Yuendumu, Australia
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in the fields of Mathematics and Physics, 2003, The University of Queensland
Volunteer for Australian Red Cross, NT Emergency Services, with current training in:
Psychological First Aid Skills (August 2022)
Evacuation Centre Training (August 2022)
Australasian Inter-Service Incident Management System Fundamentals (September 2022)
Engaging with First Nations Communities (March 2023)
Protection Principles (April 2023)
Volunteer Leadership Program by Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience (May 2024)
Certificate of Completion, Pelatihan Koordinasi dan Manajemen Tempat Pengungsian (CCCM), March 2018, IOM Indonesia. Camp Coordination and Camp Management
Certificate of Completion, Essentials of Humanitarian Practice Course, May 2016, RedR Australia
Certificate of Completion, Personal Safety, Security and Communications Course, April 2016, RedR Australia
Certificate of Achievement, Basic Security In The Field II, March 2016, United Nations Department of Safety and Security, expires March 2019
Certificate of Participation, Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Management, December 2013, RedR India
Certificate of Completion, Facilitation Skills Training for Humanitarian Trainers, May 2013, Humanitarian Benchmark, RedR India and Shelter Centre
Certificate of Completion, Regional Humanitarian Technical & Common Operational Relief Essentials, October 2012, RedR India and Shelter Centre
Certificate of Completion, Professional Management Program, 2010-2011, Executive Education Unit, The University of Adelaide
Certificate of Attainment, ISO 9001 Management Systems Internal Auditor, 2010, BSI Group
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