Annie Marj Kohe
Auckland
Summary
Accomplished and results-driven professional with over 15 years of leadership experience, specializing in operations management within the context of women's health and community welfare. Adapt at strategic planning and implementation, with a proven track record of achieving organizational objectives. Passionate about fostering positive change and providing support to vulnerable populations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Auckland Women's Refuge
01.2020 - Current
- Lead crisis, refuge, and outreach services for women and children affected by domestic violence, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
- Provide comprehensive support, information, and services to empower victims of abuse
- Manage staff and Volunteer members, strong community relationships to enhance service delivery
- Work collaboratively NGO/GOVT agencies
- Manage a team of staff, extended Team, this also includes running programs for women and children
- Conduct management reports monthly
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Kaiatawhai - He Kamaka Waiora Māori Health Services
01.2009 - 12.2019
- Provided Kaupapa Māori services to families/whanau with members admitted to Starship/Auckland Hospital
- Collaborated with Pediatric social workers, consultants, NGOs, and government agencies to develop and implement individualized plans addressing medical, legal, and other needs
- Facilitated cultural support, peer review, and Whanau Hui meetings, promoting holistic well-being
- Presented on Māori health services to Oranga Tamariki stakeholders
- Worked closely with staff and Kaumatua Kuia to ensure cultural appropriateness and sensitivity
- Engaged in various projects including child and youth mortality reviews, cultural interface initiatives, and Whanau Ora programs
Residential Supervisor
Iosis Merivale
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Ensuring the safety of residents following IOSIS policies and procedures
- Providing supervision during nights and weekends for residents and children in family violence residential care
Senior Social Worker Service Care and Protection
Oranga Tamariki
01.2006 - 01.2009
Child Social Worker
Police Family Safety Team
01.2004 - 01.2006
Social Work Manager
Salvation Army
01.2002 - 01.2004
Social Worker Manager
Auckland Women's Refuge
01.1990 - 01.2002
Education
Diploma - Māori Development
AUT
Diploma -
Diploma in Child Protection Studies
12.2025
Bachelor -
Social Services
12.2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Ethical leadership
- Supporting employees
- Positive attitude
- Staff management
- Cultural support
- Project involvement
- Consultation for strengthening partnerships
- Building relationships
- Communication skills
- Analytical thinking skills
- Creative problem-solving
- Strong communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership and teamwork
- Social worker
- Child adoption services
Timeline
Operations Manager
Auckland Women's Refuge
01.2020 - Current
Residential Supervisor
Iosis Merivale
01.2010 - 01.2014
Kaiatawhai - He Kamaka Waiora Māori Health Services
01.2009 - 12.2019
Senior Social Worker Service Care and Protection
Oranga Tamariki
01.2006 - 01.2009
Child Social Worker
Police Family Safety Team
01.2004 - 01.2006
Social Work Manager
Salvation Army
01.2002 - 01.2004
Social Worker Manager
Auckland Women's Refuge
01.1990 - 01.2002
Diploma -
Diploma in Child Protection Studies
Bachelor -
Social Services
Diploma - Māori Development
AUT
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