Experience

CERT- Clackmannanshire Economic Regeneration Trust

• United Kingdom
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jan 2022 - Present



Lifelink

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Service Manager

  • Feb 2021 - Jan 2022

• Assistant Manager

  • Mar 2020 - Feb 2021



Crawford O'Hare Photography

• Artistic Director- Photographer

  • 2012 - Dec 2021

  Working with clients to discuss the images they require and how they want to use them; seeking out appropriate photographic subjects and opportunities; carrying out research and preparation for a shoot; working in different locations and in different circumstances to get the right image; using an extensive range of technical equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting, and specialist software;communicating with photographic subjects, putting them at ease, encouraging them and directing them; arranging still life objects, products, scenes, props, and backgrounds; liaising with other professionals, including graphic designers, writers, gallery managers, picture researchers, commissioning editors, and art directors; managing the processing and use of images, discussing technical problems, checking for quality and dealing with clients' concerns; preparing proofs for approval; compiling finished products for sale, such as albums and framed prints;understanding traditional film and digital photography and keeping up to date with industry trends, developments and new techniques; Developing expertise with software to digitally enhance images by, for example, changing emphasis, cropping pictures, correcting minor faults, or moving objects around; managing the business aspects of the work, including administration, scheduling work, invoicing and basic accounting; developing a good portfolio, building a network of contacts and achieving a reputation for quality and reliability in order to secure future assignments;self-marketing by, producing business cards, postcards and promotional materials, and creating and maintaining a website.



Kibble

• Australia
• Internet

• Child and Youth Keyworker

  • Dec 2019 - Feb 2021

  Working in Residential & Secure units Working in Residential & Secure units



WG

• Germany
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Prison Based Community Justice specialist (Mentor Coordinator)

  • Jan 2014 - Dec 2019

  Co-ordinate the referral process for the huge national “New Routes Project” within HM Polmont Young Offender Institution and other prison assets throughout Scotland. Working around the Curriculum for Excellence. Facilitate and deliver the “New Routes” program and YP contract on a group and individual basis involving clients with complex needs. Service plan and deliver a client-focused, strengths-based, and solutions-focused positive destination client journey, and through care service with the emphasis on aftercare and monitoring outcomes. Input, record and compile complex data on company CRM computer programme and Prison Record computer systems. Assist the senior prison manager to develop and implement quality improvement processes. Design and facilitate educational issue-based workshops and qualifications within group sessions. Work toward empowerment and informed positive life choices to re-engage young offenders back toward education, further training or employment.



VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH LANARKSHIRE

• United Kingdom
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer Development Adviser/MCMC/CPP Personal Development Keyworker

  • Oct 2010 - Jan 2014

  To work directly under the remit of the More Choices More Chances agenda to design & deliver volunteer/employability focused training, to also design facilitate and deliver adult based community partnership programmes for disenfranchised vulnerable adults in North Lanarkshire to aid positive progression based outcomes, in further training, education or employment. Vet and source suitable volunteer opportunities through placement, training and direct support. To encourage the development of new volunteering opportunities, throughout the voluntary, public and private sectors, which are fit for purpose and supportive of the people within this remit. To monitor the progress of young people undertaking any volunteering opportunities, evaluate their outcomes and report accordingly. To act as a support mechanism for organisations and young people and quickly and professionally resolve any issues or queries. To assist with the resolution of emotional, social or behavioural issues which affect the progress of MCMC Young People in volunteering. To deliver & design a range of training packages and programmes. To be aware of relevant community planning and youth policy at a government level. To act as a representative and collective voice of the third sector on youth and general issues within North Lanarkshire. Develop and build a wider network for the sector to enable the broadest exchange of views between statutory and public organizations.Develop a collective response to current and emerging policy developments. Develop and maintain successful partnership working. Identify and address perceived barriers to effective working in collaboration with relevant partners. Examine and deliver joint approaches to bids for funding contracts.



Holistic Enterprises Scotland- (Lanarkshire Drama & Dance Company)

• Director

  • 2000 - 2014

  Managing and administering youth and community projects and resources; securing all contracts to deliver educational drama and personal development training & potential to performance training throughout Scotland, generate business growth, and convert new business opportunities.Designing & Marketing corporate training and educational products with clear aims and objectives. Assessing the needs of people, planning and delivering programmes related to, e.g. tapping into potential, Wellbeing, health, fitness, smoking, drugs, relationships and bullying; running arts-based creative activities, community/environmental projects, residential activities, outdoor education and sporting activities; befriending and supporting individuals in various settings; mentoring and counselling individuals to encourage social inclusion; recruiting and training staff, including volunteers; undertaking administrative tasks, verifying information and responding to queries; meeting, liaising and networking with police, educational establishments, social services, Youth Offending Teams and other agencies, to address issues and promote opportunities for progression and self development of young people. Working with parents and community groups to win support for improved provision and acting as an advocate for young people’s interests; identifying and pursuing sources of funding for projects to improve services and/or resources for young people. Draw up business plans, writing reports, and making formal presentations to funding bodies. To name a few things :)



Routes To Work

• United Kingdom
• Human Resources Services

• Job Broker Future Jobs Fund- Training & Development Officer

  • Sep 2008 - Oct 2010

  Provide support on a regular basis to the participants of Future Jobs Fund implementing a designed, developed training model split into three stages, to ensure that they are gaining as much as possible from the placement, and are working effectively with their employer. Assist those participating on Future Jobs Fund that was looking to further develop their own future employment prospects by undertaking and cooperating in skills workshops, ranging from interview skills to CV designing. Each person who completes a six month work placement will receive an exit review and referral to key worker service if full time sustainable employment is not found offering a more holistic employability model.



Citizens Advice Bureau

• New Zealand
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Regional Support & Training Officer

  • Oct 2007 - 2008

  To support bureaux advice workers in their handling of complex advice and support, by providing effective consultancy, training, and guidance, To establish good working relationships with each bureau in a defined regional area. To participate in the identification of staff training needs and in the development of training materials and training plans, in association with national and regional colleagues. To work with other voluntary and statutory agencies in promoting the growth of advice and support in the relevant areas, including awareness-raising work with community groups. To establish and maintain a database of specialist agencies for referral purposes. To establish and develop working relationships with other relevant agencies. To monitor the operation of advice services and identify areas of development. To maintain accurate, confidential records of all casework in keeping with CAB membership requirements. Attend and participate in national and regional advice support meetings. Provide written reports for and attend monthly supervision sessions and undertake annual appraisals. Provide reports for National Advisory Board.

• Youth Reachout Project Manager

  • Oct 2004 - Dec 2007

  To manage and develop Citizens Advice Bureau Reachout Information, Advice & Advocacy service to a target age group of 14-25 year olds, including disadvantaged and non-mainstream children and young people. Engaging with them in-group settings at schools, training centres and colleges and on a one-to-one basis in the bureau’s advice centers in Motherwell, Wishaw & Shotts. Plan, support & monitor the work of the paid & volunteer staff attached to the project. To ensure efficient & effective handling of inquires to association quality audit standards.