Bharat Kumar
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
To use my skills to work in a people–oriented environment in an organization which values workplace diversity and is committed to the ongoing learning and development of its employees. With over 15 years’ experience in the University sector I have developed strong administrative and technical skill sets to succeed in highly demanding positions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Support Officer
Griffith Law School
12.2015 - Current
- Ensure effective academic planning and administration of courses and subjects by providing accurate and timely advice, procedural and organizational support to academic planning teams, Deputy Head (Learning and Teaching), Course and Subject Convenors
- Support the assessment process for the School in accordance with University policy to ensure the accurate and timely finalisation of student results
- Support relevant School committees and working groups through the provision of policy advice, administrative support and follow-up actions to ensure the communication and/or implementation of committee decisions
- Manage student administration processes within the School including the provision of course specific advice to students and processing of School-based applications
- Provide timely advice and information to and liaise/negotiate with University elements to enable the timetabling and publication of course profiles for the GLS
- Contribute to student recruitment and improving the profile of the School and its course offerings by contributing content to marketing material and participating in promotional activities, including Open Day and TSXPO
- Coordinate student administration processes for student exchange, single subject enrolments and GLS prizes and scholarships
- Coordinate and manage the processes relating to course evaluation and accreditation to ensure compliance with external bodies and university policy.
Timetable Support Officer
Teaching Space Management The University of Queensland
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Assist with the production and publication of the University's class timetables
- Provide a client service point-of-contact by providing expert information and advice on class timetabling within the University
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of business processes and systems that support class timetabling processes
- Assist in the production of communication and production schedules, staff resources and templates to support University staff to effectively manage class timetabling processes
- Assist in the delivery of training on use of the University’s class timetabling system
- Identify trends and systemic problems in all areas of responsibility and provide expert advice on the appropriate response
- Assist in the regular audit and inspection of centrally-controlled teaching spaces to ensure that teaching rooms are appropriately equipped and operational and ensure remedial action is taken in a timely manner
- Liaising with key stakeholders about the requirements for the University’s class timetable Identifying and collating material required for the University’s class timetable Drafting documents as required; Producing reports as required for Academic Board and its committees; the DVC(A); the Academic Registrar; and the Director, Academic Administration; and Undertaking other compliance activities as required by the Manager.
Administrative Officer
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences The University of Queensland
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Assignment Collection, Processing, Returns Management Blackboards Submission Management Blue Card Processing Equipment loan Management Clinical Immunization Management Management of Student documentation Reception Assistance Admissions Undergraduate, Post Graduate Programs Advise students on SHRS process and procedures
- Correspondence potential students, faculty staff and senior personnel.
Administrative Officer
UQ International Admissions The University of Queensland
07.2010 - 07.2014
- Data Entry
- Email potential students, faculty staff and senior personnel
- Reception duties (face to face and via phone)
- Provide relevant and up to date information to both students and staff
- Advise potential students in aspects of course and entry requirements
- Sort and distribute mail through the office
- Input of correspondence into computer systems
- Send out mail via courier; provided manifests for courier drivers
- Filing, scanning and photocopying
- Finance duties including accepting payments via cheque or credit card, tracking and locating Telegraphic Transfer payments, liaising with FBS regarding missing or incomplete payments Student Orientation Attend team meetings, secretary support
- Scanning of documents into the Webdrawer/Trim electronic filing system Any other duties as required
Administrative Assistant
Research and Innovation Division The University of Queensland
08.2008 - 07.2010
- Administrative assistance to the Research Grants and Research Higher Degrees Units of the division Responsible for front counter and telephone enquiries Familiar with the basic operations of the office and for the roles of its major units (Research Grants, Research Higher Degrees, Human Ethics, Animal Welfare, Information Management, Research Legal Services) in order to provide excellent front counter support Receipt of over the counter documents for distribution to the relevant Unit/s
- Assist in the distribution of incoming correspondence within RID Data entry tasks for the Research Grants and Research Higher Degree Units Generation of pre-formatted letters and correspondence for students and for RID staff The primary contact point for receipt of grant applications and for the maintenance of an application tracking system Administrative assistance with the aspects of routine grant reporting and other general administrative tasks for the Research Grants Unit Assist with the preparation of advertising of funding opportunities through web-based Research Bulletin
- Administrative assistant to the Research Grants Unit key responsibility the implementation and Maintenance of E-Filing Booking couriers for dispatch of grant applications.
Business Manager
B.P Importers
11.2001 - 11.2008
- Assistant Manager Administration Bookkeeping Customer Service Cash Handling Stocktaking Sales Wholesaling Room Booking
Business Assistant
Caltex - Woolworths
02.2007 - 08.2007
- Customer Service Attendant Stocktaking Cash Handling Display and set up of store Site Maintenance
Store Assembler, Assistant Manager
Woolworths Logistics
06.2006 - 02.2007
Manager
Krishna Boutique
11.2001 - 12.2005
Education
Certificate Business Administration -
Open Learning Tafe
01.2008
Diploma Justice Administration -
Yeronga Tafe
01.2007
Completed Year 12 -
Shailer Park State High School
01.2001
Skills
- Exceptional time management skills demonstrated by an ability to meet stringent deadlines, as work priorities change due to the nature of work in administration and the retail industry
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and maintain work-flows and operational
- Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrated by successfully interacting with people from varying backgrounds and levels of authority across the administration and retail industry
- Communication; team work, independent and adaptable
- Customer Awareness; Exceptional Customer Service Skills demonstrated by extensive experience in administration and in the retail industry
- MySI-net, TRIM, Uni FI, Business Objects, Syllabus Plus, GEMS, People Soft, CMS, ECPS, Grade Management System
Accomplishments
- 2001 Top 5% Australian Fundraiser in Word Vision 40 hour Famine raised $319.00.
- 2002 Top 5% Australian Fundraiser in Word Vision 40 hour Famine raised $309.00.
- 2003 Top 5% Australian Fundraiser in Word Vision 40 hour Famine raised $356.00.
- 2003 Krishna Boutique Cleveland Harbors side Retailer of year.
- 2004 Krishna Boutique Cleveland Harbors side Retailer of year.
- 2007 Diploma of Justice.
References
Ms Janine Richards, The University of Queensland, 336 54445 Ms Nicole Thompson, The University of Queensland, 334 67920 Ms Caroline Elwell, The University of Queensland, 334 67422 Mr Nik Linnell, The University of Queensland, 336 59134 Mr Matthew Scott, The University of Queensland, 3365 3140
Hobbies and Interests
- Travel - I have travelled extensively throughout India. These enriching experiences have given me the opportunity to meet and understand the dynamics of different cultures.
- Films Fiction and Non-Fiction
- Cricket – I am a passionate follower of Cricket and occasional player at my Local Club.
- Active member of gym.
- Boxing, Cycling, Kick Boxing, Running, Swimming Track and Field.
Timeline
Academic Support Officer
Griffith Law School
12.2015 - Current
Timetable Support Officer
Teaching Space Management The University of Queensland
03.2015 - 11.2015
Administrative Officer
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences The University of Queensland
07.2014 - 03.2015
Administrative Officer
UQ International Admissions The University of Queensland
07.2010 - 07.2014
Administrative Assistant
Research and Innovation Division The University of Queensland
08.2008 - 07.2010
Business Assistant
Caltex - Woolworths
02.2007 - 08.2007
Store Assembler, Assistant Manager
Woolworths Logistics
06.2006 - 02.2007
Business Manager
B.P Importers
11.2001 - 11.2008
Manager
Krishna Boutique
11.2001 - 12.2005
Certificate Business Administration -
Open Learning Tafe
Diploma Justice Administration -
Yeronga Tafe
Completed Year 12 -
Shailer Park State High School
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