Dominique Bigras

• Lead the strategic initiatives and team of the Justice and Safety impact area of the Foundation , overseeing a portfolio of grants to 50+ organizations ($30m) focused on preventing or minimizing contact with the justice system.

• Developed and managed over 30 partnerships in the criminal justice portfolio
• Developed trusting senior leaders of organisations with key stakeholders for successful collaboration and long-term partnership growth.
• Increased partner satisfaction by delivering exceptional support, addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
• Managed a diverse portfolio of partners, consistently exceeding revenue targets through strategic planning and execution.

• Led planning, scheduling, project management, and implementation of nationwide programs at Goodstart, contributing to the achievement of the organization's strategic goal of inclusion for all children and families.
• Managed projects of strategic importance to the organization, including those involving the Board of Directors and Executive.
• Ensured effective delivery of project priorities through well-planned and communicated organizational interdependencies, conducting detailed analysis, developing solutions, and identifying suitable alternatives.
• Spearheaded stakeholder management and designed structures/tools to facilitate collaboration among geographically dispersed program participants.
• Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving solutions.
• Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
• Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
• Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.

• Pioneered the first national role at Save the Children Australia (SCA) that was providing technical support to over 80 projects across the country.
• Managed a team of Program Quality Advisors.
• Played a key role in supporting the design of evidence-based projects and led the implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks across all programs.
• Facilitated high-quality evaluation and impact assessments.
• Conducted a comprehensive review of the Kununurra Youth Child protection program 'Night Patrol,' utilizing various research methods, including 16 semi-structured interviews, a focus group interview, and a thorough review of project data.

• Expanded the State portfolio from two to 20 projects between 2008 and 2014.
• Developed and executed monitoring and evaluation frameworks to enhance project effectiveness.
• Appointed as the Child Protection Focal point for NSW, demonstrating expertise in child welfare.
• Successfully secured and maintained government tenders totaling over 2 million since 2008.
• Led child-friendly space response during the Blue Mountains bushfires in NSW, showcasing crisis management skills.
• Contributed as a secondary researcher for the inaugural Child Rights Situation Analysis in Australia for Save the Children.
• Provided leadership and support to a program team and 40 volunteers, demonstrating effective team management.
• Managed a diverse range of projects in remote communities, particularly in allied health and education.
• Retained government funding contracts exceeding 2 million, highlighting grant management proficiency.
• Applied strategic planning and risk management skills to design and implement programs, focusing on improving outcomes for young people in juvenile justice.
• Collaborated directly with community, funding, and programming partners, fostering strong relationships.
• Engaged with local, State, and Federal government entities on various initiatives.
• Seconded to work as the Team Leader in Papua New Guinea in Nov 2012, overseeing the implementation of a child protection program.Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving solutions.
• Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
• Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.

• Implemented comprehensive child protection, education, and recreational activities.
• Provided oversight for eight Save the Children staff and coordinated activities in the Regional Processing Centre.
• Conducted staff supervision, emphasizing child protection advocacy and risk management.
• Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks to ensure program effectiveness.
• Ensured continuous monitoring of safety and security management procedures.
• Planned, identified, and allocated resources for optimal structure and staffing needs.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully embedded child protection protocols across all aspects of the center, including policies, programmatic activities, meetings, and security.
• Implemented impactful education and child protection initiatives despite limited resources.
• Established a school for children aged 6-12, contributing to enhanced educational opportunities.
• Achieved successes in child protection advocacy efforts.

• Conducted comprehensive community-wide consultation to assess a government-funded technology project in a housing estate in NSW.
• Executed 60 interviews with key stakeholders, including government representatives, housing estate residents, and community organizations in Waterloo/Woolloomooloo.
• Completed a thorough literary review to inform the project evaluation process.

• Led a research and recreational initiative in child development, investigating the impact of respite on the quality of life for families with children affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASD).
• Conducted daily activity planning, offered support to parents, and provided intensive assistance to children with developmental delays.

• Conducted comprehensive background research, provided vital support for tenders and submissions and assisted in finalising project proposals through sourcing and editing.
• Managed a budget of 1 million.

• Selected from a pool of 400 applicants to work for the United Nations in Switzerland, specifically in the CDEGEC unit (Community Development/Education/Gender Equality/Children).
• Conducted a thorough review and assessment of UNHCR's policy on refugee women. Additionally, researched, prepared, and presented a proposal for fuel alternatives in Darfur.
• Managed the development and execution of the 16 Days of Activism, a global campaign spanning six months in collaboration with partners IRIN, Medecins Sans Frontieres, DCAF, and UNFPA.
• Provided crucial support for data gathering and analysis. processes in field operations.

• Enhanced family integration through the organization, creation, and facilitation of ESL classes for young individuals every weekend.
• Designed a program specifically tailored to support new immigrant youth in developing essential language skills.

• Facilitated advanced research for graduate students in Psychology, involving coordination, organization, and data entry support for databases.
• Proficiently conducted data coding to analyze and interpret findings for the PhD research program.