Volunteer Sustainability Advisor

• Nov 2019 - Present

Over 8000 volunteers throughout Aotearoa support the work of Hato Hone St John in a vast range of roles from frontline ambulance operations to community health & engagement and roles behind the scenes too. Hato Hone St John as a volunteer-centric organisation is committed to providing a meaningful and positive experience to all our volunteers. In my role as a Volunteer Sustainability Advisor, I provide support and advise to key stakeholders to drive different initiatives and implement volunteering best practices. In addition, I lead the implementation of the national framework objectives of our Volunteer Sustainability Strategy. Show less

Volunteer Sustainability Coordinator

• Feb 2018 - Nov 2019

Pre Professional Practices Co-ordinator | Lecturer

• Oct 2016 - Mar 2017

Working in a tertiary provider was definitely a rewarding experience and represented a challenge in my professional career. I took part of both academic and career development process for senior Psychology students, I enjoyed contributing to their education and success. Key Responsibilities: -Provided information for students placements and monitor employability projects -Assessed and assigned students to community projects based on both parties needs and interests. -Advised students' academic performance and career development -Coordinated pre professional practices meetings and network -Built up and maintained partnerships with NGOs, Governmental and private organisations. Show less

Student Services Advisor

• Mar 2012 - Mar 2014

In this role, I was in charge of providing support and advice to students, tutors and caregivers in regards to education services and learning related topics. Key Responsibilities: -Run and organised weekly interviews with tutors and follow up enquiries -Developed and presented bi-monthly workshops -Designed and coordinated counselling and advising assessments -Planned and assessed improvement strategies within the organisation -Designed and run process for recruitment students and tutors as well as performance management -Created and maintained transdisciplinary network among the psychological and educational community Show less