Cheryl Blore
Menindee,NSW
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Relieving CEO / Project Officer
Menindee Local Aboriginal Land Council
Menindee, NSW
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
- Facilitated board meetings and provided leadership guidance
- Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
- Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained open communication channels between departments to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the council.
- Represented the organization at conferences, events, networking activities., as needed.
- Monitored budgetary expenditures.
- Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
- Checked financial reports to confirm financial soundness and good operating margin.
- Managed financial aspects of allocated projects including budgeting, forecasting, expenditure tracking and reporting processes.
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors or consultants where necessary for specific project requirements.
- Advised on resource needs based on scope of work defined in the project plan.
- Supported meetings and project updates by collecting, arranging and distributing supporting materials.
- Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
- Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
- Completed thorough risk assessments and deployed management and response strategies to prevent roadblocks.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.
Aboriginal Education Officer
Dept of Education (Menindee Central School)
Menindee, NSW
02.1985 - 04.2018
- Assisting teachers in developing and implementing educational programs for students of all ages. (Kinder -Yr 12)
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop strategies for improving student performance.
- Assisted teachers design instructional materials such as lesson plans, activities, worksheets and tests.
- Provided advice and guidance on educational issues to teachers, administrators, parents and students.
- Helped student needs, based on individual abilities and interests.
- Reported to parents, regarding their child/children's progress or behavior
- Monitored progress of students in order to measure effectiveness of instruction methods.
- Participated in professional development activities related to current trends in education.
- Coordinated events such as open houses or parent teacher meetings.
- Maintained relationships with external organizations involved in the field of education.
- Assessed student needs based on individual abilities and interests.
Land Services Officer Aboriginal Community Support
Local Land Service
Broken Hill
- Assisting Aboriginal Communities within the Region to strengthen relationships between LLS and First Nations Peoples, deliver the functions and services of LLS, increasing cultural awareness within the LLS, and identify opportunities to engage First Nations peoples and businesses.
- Develop and maintain relationships with Aboriginal communities and organisations to foster opportunities for trusted engagement with LLS and promote the sharing of knowledge and information on areas of common interest including traditional land management practices.
- Provide information on modern natural asset protection, sustainable agriculture and biosecurity approaches towards land and management to Aboriginal communities, land managers and stakeholders to meet the objectives of LLS.
- Liaise with Aboriginal communities to inform considerations of culturally significant sites in planning LLS activities and the inclusion of culturally sensitive practices in delivering LLS services
- Develop and coordinate regional activities to increase Aboriginal culture awareness for non-Aboriginal members of staff and foster an environment of shared respect and understanding
- Contribute to the coordination of participation and content of LLS Aboriginal Community Advisory Group meetings to maximise the focus on Aboriginal outcomes
- Assist in developing, implementing and evaluating effectiveness of projects to ensure shared outcomes for Aboriginal communities and land managers in natural assets protection, sustainable agriculture, invasive pest control and biosecurity are delivered.
- Taking Traditional Owners, out onto properties to do Aboriginal Culture and Heritage Surveys.
- Attending and help organising ACAG meetings
Barkandji River Ranger Co-ordinator
Barkandji Native Title PBC
Menindee, NSW
- Supervised the first 3 Barkandji River Rangers
- Provided programs for the Rangers -
- Organised TAFE Courses
- Researched cultural elements to incorporate into language instruction, such as traditional music, food, and art.
- Provided individualized support for Rangers having difficulty with language comprehension or expression.
- Organized field trips to culturally relevant sites for a more immersive learning experience.
- Fostered positive relationships with Rangers by providing constructive feedback on their work.
- Integrated technology into their plans to enhance Rangers engagement and understanding.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to reinforce key concepts taught during the week.
- Maintained accurate records of Rangers attendance and performance data. (Time sheets)
- Observed and evaluated Rangers performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
- Promoted public awareness of natural resource conservation initiatives.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Coordinated and facilitated training, encouraging group participation and ownership.
- Upheld cleaning protocols to maintain safe environment.
- Machinery operation
- Water testing, and data information onto computer
- Performed pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of daily trips, including fuel usage, mileage, hours worked, and deliveries completed.
- Coordinated with government bodies - Programs
- NSW Fisheries, DPIE, NSW Water, LLS, Aboriginal Affairs, NIA, National Parks & Wildlife, LLC, Central Darling Shire, DPE
- Culture & Heritage
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills when interacting with customers both in person or over the phone.
- Observed safety protocols when operating equipment such as forklifts or backhoe or general electric tools.
- Developed strong working relationships with co-workers by displaying professionalism at all times.
- Participated in regular training sessions on new safety regulations or operational changes.
- Maintained vehicle logs, records of data, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Maintained ongoing communications with Barkindji CEO, Project Officer and Directors in operations center to keep informed of activities
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete jobs and updates
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations to foster meaningful partnerships between Rangers, Barkandji Directors, families, schools, and communities.
- Site visits
- Evaluated existing procedures related to discipline policy implementation and provided recommendations for improvement when necessary.
Education
Competency Card
Menindee Tafe
Menindee NSW01-2020
Responsible Serving of Alcohol
Menindee Tafe
Menindee NSW01-2020
Responsible Conduct Of Gambling
Menindee Tafe
Menindee NSW01-2020
Tourism
Broken Hill, NSW01-2018
Diploma-Aboriginal Studies For Professional & Prac
Broken Hill TAFE
Broken Hill01-2018
Diploma Aboriginal Governance
Tramby College
Sydney, NSW01-2016
Food Handlers Certificate
Menindee Tafe
Menindee, NSW01-2015
Certificate 3 Tourism
Dubbo Tafe
Dubbo, NSW01-2013
Aboriginal Tour Guide Training
Menindee Tafe
Menindee, NSW01-2008
Menindee Tafe
Menindee, NSW01-2008
Primary Teacher - Deferred
Diploma in Primary Teaching
Western Sydney University01-1997
Cert 3 Aboriginal Education Assistant
Sydney University
Sydney12-1985
Timeline
Relieving CEO / Project Officer
Menindee Local Aboriginal Land Council
02.2018 - 01.2019
Aboriginal Education Officer
Dept of Education (Menindee Central School)
02.1985 - 04.2018
Land Services Officer Aboriginal Community Support
Local Land Service
Barkandji River Ranger Co-ordinator
Barkandji Native Title PBC
Competency Card
Menindee Tafe
Responsible Serving of Alcohol
Menindee Tafe
Responsible Conduct Of Gambling
Menindee Tafe
Tourism
Diploma-Aboriginal Studies For Professional & Prac
Broken Hill TAFE
Diploma Aboriginal Governance
Tramby College
Food Handlers Certificate
Menindee Tafe
Certificate 3 Tourism
Dubbo Tafe
Aboriginal Tour Guide Training
Menindee Tafe
Menindee Tafe
Primary Teacher - Deferred
Diploma in Primary Teaching
Cert 3 Aboriginal Education Assistant
Sydney University
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