GABRIEL MALANDU
Toowoomba,QLD
Summary
Motivated and academically accomplished graduate with a double degree in Anthropology and Environmental Sustainability Science. Passionate about applying interdisciplinary knowledge to real-world challenges, particularly in sustainability and cultural engagement. Known for adaptability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Conversion Officer
University of Southern Queensland
06.2025 - Current
- Manage prospective and commencing student communications via phone, chat, and email
- Conduct outbound conversion campaigns at key application milestones
- Represent the university at expos and open days
- Support conversion efforts through Open Universities Australia
Volunteer Researcher & Publisher
HOPE (Householders’ Options to Protect the Environment) Inc.
11.2023 - Current
- Researched and wrote articles for the e:news bulletin
- Created educational materials (flyers, posters, presentations)
- Translated global environmental issues into local context
- Supported various team functions and met deadlines consistently
Retail Clerk
Universal Store
Toowoomba
09.2019 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service and support
- Assisted with inventory and stock management
- Resolved customer concerns efficiently
- Fostered a positive team environment
Student Support Advisor
University of Southern Queensland
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Provided academic and procedural support to students
- Delivered assistance across multiple channels: phone, email, chat, and in-person
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to ensure holistic student support
Education
Bachelor - Anthropology & Environmental Sustainability Science
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD01-2024
High School -
Dubbo Christian School
Dubbo, NSW01-2017
Skills
- Research skills
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Sustainability Analysis
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Ethnographic Research
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Community Engagement
- Environmental Analysis
- Social Media Management
- Digital Campaigning
- Content Creation
- Content Strategy
- Public Speaking
- Outreach
- Writing
- Project Coordination
- Event Coordination
- Research
- Data Analysis
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Initiative
- Self-Management
- Team Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Mediation
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team building
- Cultural awareness
References
- Steve McCullough, Iconnect Manager, UniSQ, 07 4631 5447, Mccullou@unisq.edu.au
- Timothy Knight, Physics & Biology Teacher, 0422 179 093, tim.knight@dubbocs.edu.au
- Prof. Fernando Padro, Associate Professor, UniSQ, +61 7 4631 2236, Fernando.Padro@usq.edu.au
- Tamara Lewis, Store Manager, Universal Store, 0422 179 093, tamie1994@hotmail.com
- Joshua Staines, Senior Cardiac Sonographer, 0407 131 638, j.c.staines@gmail.com
Skills Expertise
Environmental Impact Assessment (academic research), Sustainability Analysis & Reporting, Climate Change Adaptation & Policy Awareness, Conservation Strategies & Global Environmental Dynamics, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Ethnographic & Qualitative Research, Cross-Cultural Communication & Community Engagement, Cultural Heritage Preservation, Social & Environmental Analysis, Social Media Management & Digital Campaigning, Content Creation & Strategy, Public Speaking & Outreach, Writing (Articles, Reports, Campaigns), Initiative & Self-Management, Team Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Resolution & Mediation, Adaptability & Critical Thinking, Project & Event Coordination, Research & Data Analysis, Customer Service & Relationship Building
Timeline
Associate Conversion Officer
University of Southern Queensland
06.2025 - Current
Volunteer Researcher & Publisher
HOPE (Householders’ Options to Protect the Environment) Inc.
11.2023 - Current
Student Support Advisor
University of Southern Queensland
09.2022 - 06.2025
Retail Clerk
Universal Store
09.2019 - Current
Bachelor - Anthropology & Environmental Sustainability Science
University of Southern Queensland
High School -
Dubbo Christian School
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