Passionate and hardworking criminal justice graduate with professional experience in policy research and writing, project planning and implementation and youth-focused advocacy. Strong academic background and notable problem-solving skills with proven ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team setting. Seeking to contribute diverse set of skills to an organisation with a strong focus on supporting young people and their communities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Intern/Training Officer
Centre for Multicultural Youth
Melbourne, VIC
08.2023 - 09.2024
Developed strong professional relationships with organisation stakeholders.
Contributed to many policy and research outputs such as submissions, policy papers, reports and more.
Assisted in coordinating and facilitating key events, such as forums, workshops and information sessions to promote dialogue around important policy issues and identify important needs and priorities for multicultural communities.
Led key policy projects including housing and homelessness portfolio and youth engagement in policy.
Collaborated with team members to develop innovative policy recommendations aligned with organizational goals.
Developed key resources such as process maps and databases to support team and organisation in being more efficient and responsive.
Provided general administrative support to Sector Capability Building team, such as responding to enquiries, performing data entry or organizing files.
Production Worker
Total Window Concepts
01.2022 - 12.2022
Worked efficiently with peers to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to multitask and communicate effectively
Showcased dependability and competence in handling many responsibilities.
Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
Project Member/ Coordinator
Changemakers Collective
05.2021 - 10.2021
Developed strong multitasking skills by working across various projects in different roles and teams.
Delivered diligent research to relevant projects and opened communication lines between Changemakers and other grassroots organisations
Aided in creating external communications policy for the organisation and presented it to other members
Illustrated initiative as a coordinator of the Inclusive Justice project and delivered project outline to potential stakeholders
Displayed effective communication and time management skills to deliver projects.
Team Member
Brand Developers
10.2018 - 02.2019
Learned to analyse faulty goods and problem solve
Able to work well in fast-paced environment and still be effective
Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Displayed ability to work efficiently in team setting.
Education
Bachelor of Criminal Justice Degree -
Victoria University
Victoria, AU
12.2021
Skills
Strong communication
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Project planning and development
Time management
Critical thinking
Emotional intelligence
Adaptability
Personal Attributes
Strong Morals: Compassionate to others and adheres strongly to company rules and values.
Resilience: Dedicated to following through on work and delivering what is expected. Also, able to work effectively through complications.
Excellent Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills.
Leadership: Able to lead programs and projects and work well with others in a team.
Dependable: Punctual and reliable. Able to be flexible and excel in various roles.
Additional Information
Driver’s License and regular access to a car
Working with Children’s Check
Timeline
Policy Intern/Training Officer
Centre for Multicultural Youth
08.2023 - 09.2024
Production Worker
Total Window Concepts
01.2022 - 12.2022
Project Member/ Coordinator
Changemakers Collective
05.2021 - 10.2021
Team Member
Brand Developers
10.2018 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Criminal Justice Degree -
Victoria University
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