Alexa Dodd
Flynn
Summary
I have over 15 years experience in the Australian tertiary sector in leadership, scholarship and project management, student support and stakeholder engagement roles. I am an empathetic and effective leader who enjoys working collaboratively and respectfully with others. I know that I can use my background and skills in the Snow Scholarship Program Manager role to achieve a gold-standard holistic scholarship program that meaningfully supports and honours students in order for them to reach their potential.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Officer (Education)
College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), The Australian National University (ANU)
07.2021 - Current
- As a member of the college senior administrative network, I provide strategic advice to support the Associate Dean (Education), Associate Dean (Student Experience & Academic Integrity), Associate Dean (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) and the Indigenous Perspectives Graduate Attribute Lead.
- Lead a high functioning team who in 2024, successfully implemented an undergraduate curriculum design project resulting in the redesign of 60 undergraduate programs, 191 sub-plans and amendment of 720 courses as well as the management of over 200 complex student wellbeing and academic integrity cases.
- Provision of tailored and strategic curriculum guidance to academics focused on policy compliance, student-centred design, and accessibility.
- Established effective coordination systems supporting multiple senior academic leaders, including structured yet personalised staff management approaches that foster safety, innovation and adaptability in a high-pressure environment.
Prizes and Scholarships Coordinator
College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), ANU
01.2019 - 07.2021
- As the College's content matter expert regarding student awards, I provided high quality advice and service delivery to enhance the student experience, while developing and fostering effective relationships across the University and with external stakeholders.
- Developed concept for, and end to end management of, the College's annual Awards evening. This was the annual flagship event for CASS for three consecutive years.
- Design and implementation of a comprehensive audit of over 250 awards worth $1.2million in consultation with 14 Schools and Centres and ANU Advancement and Donors. This audit model was adopted as best practice University wide and informed strategic recommendations to CASS Executive.
- Development of streamlined procedures and processes regarding the award of scholarships, student experience, and communication of data to stakeholders.
- Creation and production of communication pieces to advertise awards and student impact in web, print and video formats.
Project Coordinator
Public Policy and Societal Impact Hub (The Hub), Global Engagement Portfolio, ANU
06.2018 - 12.2018
- The Hub (operational 2018 – 2020) aimed to increase the university's contribution to public policy and societal well-being.
- Management of major events and forums including the 2018 Australian Crawford Leadership Forum, and the First Nations Governance Forum including stakeholder communication, design of print program/associated web pages/forum apps, and logistical support for local and international delegates.
- Research and development of the Hub's initial strategic and operational plans in accordance with the University's overarching goals. Activities included scoping new and proposed projects, initiating stakeholder engagement, developing implementation plans and evaluation strategies.
- Writing and publication of engagement communications, and creation of the wireframe for the Hub's website.
Student Programs Coordinator
Faculty of Law, University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
12.2014 - 05.2018
- I managed the Faculty's student engagement programs which aim to give law students skills outside the classroom setting. Programs included: the Brennan Justice and Leadership Program, Mentoring, Mooting, the Practical Experience Program, and Student Orientation events.
- Team recipient of the 2017 Vice-Chancellor's Learning and Teaching Citation for “A Contribution to Social Impact in Teaching and Learning”
- Effective communication, collaboration and negotiation with key stakeholders to develop, implement and review student engagement activities.
- Event, marketing and project management for the Student Programs portfolio including the design and delivery of student orientation events, and Brennan Program initiatives and lectures.
- I increased law orientation numbers by 29%, doubled Brennan Program Awardees from 2015 – 2017, and developed engagement activities including student film and photo competitions and speakers' series (The Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG, Gary Jubelin, 'Dylan Voller Speak Out').
Program Coordinator
Creative Industries Innovation Centre (CIIC), UTS and the Department of Industry
06.2014 - 11.2014
- The CIIC (operational 2009-2015) was a government program in partnership with UTS, committed to the growth of Australia's vibrant and dynamic creative industries sector.
- Project management of tailored business consultations and services for small to medium creative enterprises
- Management of the production and delivery of marketing and communications strategies and collateral (print, social media, web)
- Logistical advisor for events and programs, including the operations and administration of multiple events with partners in capital cities and regional centres.
- Collaborated on the 2014 publication “Creative Business in Australia”
- Administration, including budget management, invoicing, contract management, records management and internal reporting to the Department of Industry and UTS management.
Operations Coordinator
Sydney Theatre for Sydney Theatre Company
01.2012 - 07.2013
- oI played an integral role in ensuring the smooth operations of the management of the Sydney Theatre (now Roslyn Packer Theatre) in Walsh Bay, whilst under the management of Cate Blanchett and Andrew Upton.
- Managed artistic and corporate venue bookings and events (key clients include Sydney Dance Company, Bangarra Dance Theatre, Sydney Festival, National Australia Bank).
- Financial processing and Human Resource Management of technical crew
- Ex-Officio for NSW Cultural Management (Sydney Theatre Board).
- Company management including travel and accommodation, visa coordination, management of opening nights, sponsor functions and media calls
Administration and Venue Coordinator
Legs on the Wall
01.2008 - 10.2011
- Artistic and operational administration for Australia's leading physical theatre company.
- Company management: administrative support, financial reporting and processing (MYOB), database and website design and management, online and print marketing.
- Venue management: venue bookings, equipment hire and building maintenance.
- Project management: education programs (workshops, master classes, training), community outreach programs, emerging artist programs and the annual fundraiser event.
- Major milestones include an 85% increase in the quantity of school workshops taught, and an 87% increase in the number of students taught due to an implementation of my education scoping study.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Media Arts and Production)
University of Technology Sydney
Ultimo, NSW01.2004
Arts Marketing (Postgraduate Subject)
Deakin University
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Effective stakeholder management
- Highly collaborative
- Strategic thinker and goal orientated
- Excellent Project Management skills
- Experienced and empathetic leader
- Strong verbal and written communicator
Additional Qualifications and Training
2025
Working with Vulnerable People (expires 2027)
Provide CPR - Red Cross Australia (expires April 2026)
Mental Health First Aid (expires April 2028) & member of the ANU Mental Health First Aid Network
Member of the CASS Inclusivity, Equity, Diversity and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee
2024
Provide First Aid -Allen's Training Pty Ltd (expires April 2027)
ANU Professional Services Leadership Forum
ANU HR Champions of Change 7 Switches network - Champions of Change Coalition
ANU Supervisor Development Program–ANU HR
2023
Discussing Indigenous Knowledges and Perspectives workshop -we al-li
Deaf Awareness Training-Auslan Unlimited
Effective Communication workshop-Punk PD
2022
Staff Disclosures and Personal Wellbeing workshop-ANU HR
Indigenous Cultural Awareness Workshop-Coolamon Advisors
ANU LGBTIQ+ Ally Training -ANU Respectful Relations Unit
2018
Equity and Diversity Essentials - ANU HR
Awards
2024 Team Recipient of the College of Arts and Social Sciences, Excellence in Education Award for 'Outstanding Contribution to Curriculum Reform'
2017 Team Recipient of a UTS Learning and Teaching Award for 'A Contribution to Social Impact in Learning and Teaching'.
Timeline
Executive Officer (Education)
College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), The Australian National University (ANU)
07.2021 - Current
Prizes and Scholarships Coordinator
College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), ANU
01.2019 - 07.2021
Project Coordinator
Public Policy and Societal Impact Hub (The Hub), Global Engagement Portfolio, ANU
06.2018 - 12.2018
Student Programs Coordinator
Faculty of Law, University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
12.2014 - 05.2018
Program Coordinator
Creative Industries Innovation Centre (CIIC), UTS and the Department of Industry
06.2014 - 11.2014
Operations Coordinator
Sydney Theatre for Sydney Theatre Company
01.2012 - 07.2013
Administration and Venue Coordinator
Legs on the Wall
01.2008 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Media Arts and Production)
University of Technology Sydney
Arts Marketing (Postgraduate Subject)
Deakin University
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