Experience

St Aloysius'​ College, Milsons Point
• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Director Of Communications

  • Jan 2019 - Present


SALI & Co Consulting

• Director and Founder

  • Apr 2017 - Present

  SALI & Co Consulting specialises in end-to-end communications solutions with a a strong emphasis on partnering with clients to help them achieve their strategic goals through effective communication. SALI & Co Consulting specialises in end-to-end communications solutions with a a strong emphasis on partnering with clients to help them achieve their strategic goals through effective communication.



WaterNSW

• Utilities
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Manager - Communications and Community Engagement

  • Feb 2018 - Nov 2018

  The Manager, Communications and Community Engagement is responsible for leading the end-to-end Communications functions for WaterNSW, including the Internal Communications team, Customer Communications team, Community Engagement team and Major Projects Communications team. The Manager, Communications and Community Engagement is responsible for leading the end-to-end Communications functions for WaterNSW, including the Internal Communications team, Customer Communications team, Community Engagement team and Major Projects Communications team.



The Scots College

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Director Of Communications

  • Jul 2014 - Apr 2017

  The role of Director of Communications at The Scots College Sydney, was an integral part of the College Leadership Team for almost three years. As a trusted advisor, this hands on role involved development and execution of College Communications Strategies to support major initiatives. This role required extensive stakeholder management, influencing skills and the ability to work in a rapidly changing environment. It also involved managing multiple teams which had both direct and indirect reporting lines with the aim of creating strong united teams. This role also involved the development of new communication channels, implementation of cultural change initiatives and creation of Staff Engagement Programs. Responsibilities and achievements include: - Development and implementation of end-to-end communication strategies to support College wide initiatives. - Providing leaders with hands-on training on how to master a presentation, an announcement, an article and other forms of communication. The objective was to pass on the knowledge and expertise to create world class communicators and enable leaders to manage their own communication needs. - Providing communications support and advise to the College Leadership Team and the Principal on College strategy, operational communications, crisis communications, large scale projects, culture and staff engagement initiatives. - Leading, developing and supporting teams with both direct and indirect reporting lines - Development of a variety of communication channels including a staff intranet (Schoolbox). This was built from the ground up as it did not previously exist, using minimal resources dedicated to the build to achieve a fully functional system within 12 months. - Development and implementation of a blue culture program called “Into the Blue” aimed at breaking down solo’s and communication barriers with a view to build strong united teams and increase engagement. Show less



Westpac

• Australia
• Banking
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Communications Manager

  • Oct 2012 - Jul 2014

  Development and implementation of communication strategies to support two of Westpac Retail and Business Banking’s largest strategic initiatives; Best Banker and Bank Now. This role involved working with Senior leaders to plan, develop and execute effective communications for these large scale projects. Responsibilities and achievements include: - Development of detailed and comprehensive communication strategies to support more than 10 initiatives under the Best Banker umbrella. This created a planned and disciplined communication approach that was monitored and measured by stakeholders and the leadership team. - Having a seat at the steering committee table to provide strategic communications support and advice to the leadership team. This resulted in an increase in confidence and presentation skills. It also provided insight into the rationale behind key business decisions in large complex organisations. - The development of new communication channels to support these large scale projects including leadership announcements, videos, new intranet sites, newsletters, presentations for leaders at sales conferences and business unit specific communication channels. - The communication approach that was used helped the business meet its target of 1000 bankers registered for our Professional Qualifications Program by the target date. Show less



Telstra

• Australia
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Internal Communications Specialist

  • Dec 2007 - Jun 2012

  Working closely with Executive Directors of Sales and their leadership teams to develop and implement internal communications strategies to support the business. Responsibilities and achievements - Building relationships with senior leaders to become a trusted advisor and contributor to the decision making process rather than simply communicating outcomes of decisions already made. - Further development of influencing and negotiation skills to ensure the best outcome for the business and employees in a challenging and changing environment. - Planning, designing, building and launching new communication channels aimed at specific audiences including videos, monthly briefing forums, executive road shows, newsletters and intranet sites. - End to end management of national Road Shows helped develop skills in event management. - Working in a fast-paced environment where large scale projects change rapidly and being adaptable in the communication approach to deliver under pressure. Show less

• Communications Manager

  • Aug 2007 - Dec 2007


IAG

• Argentina
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• • Dec 2002 - May 2007

  Leading the development and delivery of the internal communication strategy for Human Resources, Learning and Development and Marketing. Responsibilities include: - Writing Communication strategies- Managing a range of stakeholders - Project Management - Working Senior Leaders- Providing communication advice and support

• • Aug 1999 - Dec 2002