Experience

Variety the Children's Charity

• Nonprofit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• International Board Director

  • Mar 2019 - Present

  The Variety International Board consists of representatives of Tents and Regions around the world who work to ensure the success and sustainability , growth of Variety across the world. Attributes for the Board include: global outlook encompassing the needs of all Variety Tents, Variety International Children’s Fund and Variety International; financial, governance and strategic skills; extensive professional experience with accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy or the not for profit sector; savvy diplomatic skills and a natural affinity to cultivating relationships and building consensus among diverse individuals; personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to Variety’s core purpose – children. Show less

• Chair - Global Strategy Committee

  • Jul 2019 - Present

  The Global Strategy Committee is chartered to review of Variety the children's charity International Strategy.



Variety the Children's Charity Central Asia Middle East Regional Council

• President

  • Mar 2019 - Present

  Variety the Children's Charity is made up of five (5) regional councils. This enables a global outlook encompassing the needs of all Variety Tents within the Region, Variety International Children’s Fund and Variety International. I was elected as the President for the Asia Middle East Regional Council and the council has two Tents Israel and Sri Lanka whilst exploring other possible Tents in India and Jordon. Variety the Children's Charity is made up of five (5) regional councils. This enables a global outlook encompassing the needs of all Variety Tents within the Region, Variety International Children’s Fund and Variety International. I was elected as the President for the Asia Middle East Regional Council and the council has two Tents Israel and Sri Lanka whilst exploring other possible Tents in India and Jordon.



Variety Asia Pacific Regional Committee

• Director

  • Apr 2014 - Present

  Background; Variety International (VI) undertook a paradigm shift in its business, which modernised the structure and aligned its operations with its objective of serving children throughout the world. The world stage is now viewed through 5 Regions which cover all of the planet and the prime responsibility in each Region falls to new Committees for each Region. Champions have been appointed via the transitional rules of the restructure to form the Regional Committees and to start forming an agenda for the work to be done . The 5 Regions are; 1. North America- 2. South America 3. Europe/Central Asia 4. Asia Pacific 5. Africa/Middle East Each Region has a different number of Tents , which are different from each other in many different ways. There is a wide range of size , structure , governing rules and development, from start-up, to mature , to in decline. Besides Tents, VI also has another traditional element called the Variety International Children’s Fund (VICF). The role of VICF is to work in areas around the world where there are no Tents and has generally serviced children’s needs on a broader community scale. Conferences attended: The 2014 Variety the Children’s Charity World Conference – Bridgetown, Barbados The 2015 Variety the Children’s Charity World Conference – Milwaukee, USA The 2016 Variety the Children’s Charity World Conference – Jersey, Channel Islands UK Presented paper on the Northern Territory Variety Office as part of the Golden Hearts Awards Show less



Varity the children's charity

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Committee member - Operations Committee

  • Jun 2019 - Present

  Committee member to partake in reviewing and assessing the global regional council structure of Variety the children's charity across the world stage. Committee member to partake in reviewing and assessing the global regional council structure of Variety the children's charity across the world stage.



Variety NT

• Australia
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chair Variety The Children's Charity NT

  • Dec 2016 - Present

  Variety the children’s charity Northern Territory works directly with individual families and organisations in our mission to empower children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs to live, laugh and learn. Appointed Deputy Chair December 2012 to December 2016 and appointed Chair from December 2016. Committee Membership: Director Variety Asian Pacific Region (International Committee) 2016 Variety International Conference - Jersey (International Committee) Director – National Board of Directors Chair Governance and Audit Committee (National) Strategic/Business Plan Sub Committee (NT) Governance/Board Composition Sub Committee (NT) Scholarships Program Committee (NT) Show less



Red Cross

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Deputy Chair Red Cross Advisory Board

  • Oct 2014 - Present

  Committee Membership: Advisory Board Member (NT) Member of the Council of the Australian Red Cross Society (NT Representative) National Red Cross Centenary and Member Engagement Committee ANZAC Centenary Advisory Committee (NT) Chair – Red Cross Centenary Sub Committee (NT) Voluntary Service Reference Group (NT) International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Committee (NT) National Awards Committee Work Health and Safety Committee (NT) Conferences attended: The 2008 Red Cross Red Crescent International Conference – Brisbane Australia The 2013 General Assembly of the International Federation and the Council of Delegates of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement - Sydney Australia The 2014 Australian Red Cross Centenary Summit - Melbourne Australia Show less



YMCA

• 700 & Above Employee

• Vice President YMCA Board

  • Jul 2015 - Present

  The YMCA of the Top End is committed to developing strong people, strong families and strong communities. The organisation values the input of volunteers in the community and endeavours to provide responsive programs and services to the Communities. The YMCA of the Top End aims to be an active participant in the YMCA Movement and is involved in providing sustainable development in local and regional contexts. As a Board member I am responsible to actively participate and contribute to Board reviews, Strategic planning matters and National or international events. Board member since July 2015 and elected to Vice President 21st November 2016. Upon the amalgamation of the YMCA Top End with Central Australia and Katherine YMCA, was elected to the Board in May 2017 and appointed Vice President of the YMCA NT on 14th August 2017. Committees: Member of the Audit and Risk Committee - July 2017 Panel participant - Safe Guarding Children (Accreditation) September 2017 Show less



AMSANT Aboriginal Corporation

• Human Resources and Quality Manager

  • Jul 2017 - Present

  Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Human Resources and Quality Manager provides leadership, advice and Member support (Aboriginal Medical Services across the Northern Territory) in human resources and leadership of AMSANT quality management.Committee Membership:Senior Management Team Member (AMSANT Executive Management Group)Red Lily Board Working Party - Transition of Aboriginal Medical ServicesMalabam’s Regionalisation Reference GroupAmpilatwatja Health Clinic - Working Group with Department of Health (Commonwealth) Show less

• Senior Human Resources Advisor

  • Aug 2016 - Present

  AMSANT is the peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services in the Northern Territory and advocates for equity in health, focusing on supporting the provision of high quality comprehensive primary health care services for Aboriginal communities. AMSANT is committed to the principles of Aboriginal community controlled primary health care as set out by the National Aboriginal Health Strategy (1989) as essential to improving the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.The principles encompass:An holistic view of health care which includes physical, social, spiritual and emotional health of peopleCapacity-building of community-controlled organisations and the community itself to support local and regional solutions or health outcomesLocal community control and participationPartnering and collaborating across sectors, andRecognising the inter-relationship between good health and the social determinants of health.My role as Human Resources Consultant is to assist AMSANT from a corporate perspective towards developing and implementing sounds corporate systems/structures in order to meet and comply to accreditation requirements to support the provision of services to Aboriginal Medical Services across the Northern Territory. Show less



Danila Dilba Health Service

• Australia
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• General Manager Human Resources

  • Mar 2013 - Aug 2016

  Primary ObjectiveManage and provide leadership, guidance, direction and advice to the CEO regarding workforce solutions aligned with Danila Dilba Health Service workforce priorities, and provide high level advice and support to the Management Team on workforce reform initiatives and represent the organization at various people management and learning and development forums.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and strategic advice and support on complex workforce issues, including reform considerations, for Danila Dilba Health Service.Provide high level advice on workforce issues to the Executive Team on learning and development initiatives for Danila Dilba Health Service personnel.Provide advice and support to enable CEO and the Management Team to meet legislative obligations and jurisdictional commitments relating to the health workforce.Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships with local and national health workforce bodies, including learning institutions, to ensure workforce initiatives are relevant to Danila Dilba Health Service, including new workforce models of care, registration and regulation.Design, deliver and manage projects specific to workforce initiatives in collaboration with the CEO and the Management Team.Implement and maintain timely and accurate reporting systems on all aspects of staff performance and achievement of outcomes.Represent Danila Dilba Health Service on workforce projects, committees and working groups where appropriate.Other key responsibilities include:Strategic Workforce PlanningEmployees/Industrial RelationsReturn to Work/Rehabilitation arrangementsOrganisational Workforce DevelopmentLearning and Development StrategyCompetancy FrameworkCareer PlanningStaff Performance and Learning PlansDanila Dilba Health Service representative panellist on the Menzies 30th Anniversary Public Lecture Series Indigenous employment I Opportunities and challenges session (September 2015) Show less

• Senior HR Specialist

  • Jul 2012 - Mar 2013

  Danila Dilba Health Service provides a range of free comprehensive primary health care services to the Aboriginal community of the Yilli Rreung area.



Australia Day Council Northern Territory

• Board Member/Treasurer

  • Sep 2012 - Sep 2015

  The Australia Day Council of the Northern Territory is a community based not-for-profit incorporated body and is closely aligned to the Northern Territory Government and National Australia Day Council as well as Australia Day Councils in other states and territories that operate as an independent body responsible for our own management, events and activities, finance and governance. Our mission is to Inspire Territorians to celebrate and recognise the diversity, achievements and lifestyle that make Australia great. Appointed Treasurer 2013 - 2015 Committee Membership: • Governance/Skills Register Sub Committee (NT) • Strategic/Business Plan Sub Committee (NT) Show less



Department of Children and Families

• Individual and Family Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director Workforce Reform

  • Sep 2011 - Jun 2012

  To provide strong strategic direction and management in the establishment and operation of recruitment and attraction activities; implementation of effective workforce retention and development strategies including learning and development, and provide policy direction for the implementation of the Board of Inquiry workforce reform program specific to the Department. To provide strong strategic direction and management in the establishment and operation of recruitment and attraction activities; implementation of effective workforce retention and development strategies including learning and development, and provide policy direction for the implementation of the Board of Inquiry workforce reform program specific to the Department.



Northern Territory Police Fire and Emergency Services

• Australia
• Law Enforcement
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director, Strategic Planning and Corporate Policy

  • Nov 2005 - Aug 2011

  Provide high level strategic planning and policy management leadership and advice on a range of complex corporate issues impacting on the Northern Territory Police Fire and Emergency Service (NTPFES). Develop and implement a policy and business framework that clearly links the vision, mission and strategic goals of the NTPFES. Provide strategic leadership to the Strategic Planning and Corporate Policy Branch and oversee/undertake/implement major projects/reviews. Be a key change agent to effect agency wide change across strategic corporate matters, including the promotion of a level awareness across the NTPFES of current and future business practices. Show less

• Project Director (Building Our Police Force Review)

  • Nov 2003 - Nov 2005

  Provide strategic leadership, management, direction and advice in the implementation of the $75 Million Building Our Police Force Program. Lead and drive a wide range of complex and diverse projects relating to the Building Our Police Force Program and ensure they are coordinated for maximum effect and progress in line with agreed timelines. Develop strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders in relation to major corporate change strategies. Coordinate the use of a wide range of expert resources throughout the NT Police Force and key external sources to develop effective Project Working Groups for the development and implementation of the Building Our Police Force Program. Show less



Queensland Police Service

• Australia
• Law Enforcement
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Jun 1992 - Nov 2003

  To provide counsel to the Assistant Commissioner, State Crime Operations Command on all aspects concerning conditions of service in the field relating to the mobility and hardship of police officers in the State of Queensland on intra-state, interstate and overseas assignment. To provide strategic policy advice and direction for all human resource management issues relating to police and support staff including organisational change; workplace practices; recruitment and selection; training of professional staff; development and implementation of equal employment opportunity policies and the maintenance of an open relationship with unions and other law enforcement agencies on a national and international basis. To act as liaison officer for national and international police agencies concerning various conditions of service for state and federal police officers with a view to providing recommendations and guidance towards the formulation of human resource management policies. Show less