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Work History
Education
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Training And Awards
Volunteer Experience
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BETH O'TOOLE

Coyoacán,Ciudad De México

Summary

Highly motivated professional with a background in international development, business management, and social entrepreneurship. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and research. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Fluent in English and proficient in Spanish.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Africa, Pacific and First Nation’s Program Officer

Caritas Australia
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Designed and implemented 23 projects on WASH, GBV, income generation, health, DRR and food security, to address poverty in remote communities.
  • Managed grants and contracts for compliance and accountability.
  • Managed monitoring, evaluation, budgeting, and partnerships.
  • Research and Analysis relating to energy, climate, technology and economics.

Non-Executive Board Member

Central Coast Business Philanthropic Association
07.2020 - 06.2022


  • Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute initiatives to advance organisational mission.
  • Drove strategic planning efforts to align with company vision and long-term objectives.
  • Market Research and engaging with local markets to encourage participation.
  • Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organisational progress and goals.
  • Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decision-making.

Project Officer

Project Everest Ventures
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assisted in business analysis and expansion of social enterprise initiatives
  • Collaborated with local stakeholders and government agencies.
  • Market research and analysis using complex software.
  • Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.

Women’s Empowerment Internship

Global Vision International
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Taught English and organised workshops for women's empowerment for more than 200 women.
  • Supported growth of women-owned micro-enterprises.
  • Assisted in planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased stakeholder engagement and satisfaction.

Internship

Homestart Australia
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Provided administrative support and assisted in grant submissions
  • Coordinated volunteers and client communication.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Self-Employment - Owner/Operator

Refreshing Pool Services and Installations
01.2020 - Current
  • Oversaw all business operations including risk management, budgeting, marketing, and management of 13 staff and contractors.
  • Implemented strategic direction and best practices for growth.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers and partners, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.

Education

Master’s Degree - Disaster Risk Reduction and Sustainable Development

The University of Newcastle Australia
Newcastle NSW Australia
04.2022

Bachelor’s Double Degree - Development Studies/Business

The University of Newcastle Australia
Newcastle, NSW, Australia
11.2020

Skills

  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and in diverse teams
  • Proficient in data software programs
  • Fluent in English and proficient in Spanish
  • Meticulous research and analysis skills
  • Effective monitoring and evaluation experience
  • Strong budgeting and financial management knowledge
  • Experienced in partnership development

Training And Awards

  • Enhancing Inclusive Local Disaster Risk Reduction Strategies, UNDRR, 2023
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Training, Humanitarian Leadership Academy, 2023
  • Young Business Leader of the Year, Central Coast Business Chamber, 2023

Volunteer Experience


  • Volunteer, Central Coast Shelter, Volunteered providing basic necessities for homeless people in the local community, 2020-2022.
  • Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity International, Participated in building homes for disadvantaged families in rural Cambodia, 2017.

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Africa, Pacific and First Nation’s Program Officer

Caritas Australia
05.2023 - 05.2024

Non-Executive Board Member

Central Coast Business Philanthropic Association
07.2020 - 06.2022

Self-Employment - Owner/Operator

Refreshing Pool Services and Installations
01.2020 - Current

Project Officer

Project Everest Ventures
01.2019 - 01.2020

Women’s Empowerment Internship

Global Vision International
01.2018 - 12.2018

Internship

Homestart Australia
01.2017 - 01.2018

Master’s Degree - Disaster Risk Reduction and Sustainable Development

The University of Newcastle Australia

Bachelor’s Double Degree - Development Studies/Business

The University of Newcastle Australia
BETH O'TOOLE