Gisele Ishimwe

Key Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Designed and delivered engaging and innovative class materials, incorporating real-world case studies, interactive discussions, and data-driven approaches to equip students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Taught students how to collect, analyse, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
• Comprehensively assessed student work to ensure learning outcomes have been met
• Received consistently high student feedback and praise for effective tutoring, fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Utilised digital tools and learning management systems (LMS) to streamline content delivery and enhance student engagement
• Contributed to curriculum improvements, suggesting and implementing innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student outcomes and critical thinking skills.

Key Courses Taught:

• Applied Social Research (CULT 3001)
• Understanding Society (CULT 1017)
• People, Place, and Social Difference (HUMN 1041)
• Human Services Intervention Strategies (WELF 1003)

Academic Conferences attended and presented work:

• School of Social Science HDR Conference 2023 - 1 paper presented
• ISA World Congress of Sociology conference 2023 - presented 2 papers
• Australian Anthropological Society 2021 - presented 1 paper

• Managed stakeholder relationships with community groups, government bodies, and organisations, ensuring seamless execution of engagement projects.
• Led data-driven decision-making processes, analysing demographic trends and conducting research to inform strategic planning.
• Contributed to diversity and inclusion consulting, helping organisations develop culturally sensitive policies.
• Developed and delivered high-level reports and presentations, translating research insights into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Oversaw community engagement initiatives, ensuring projects were completed on time, within budget, and aligned with diversity and inclusion goals.
• Produced high quality reports and developed evidence based frameworks for organisations to address community needs
• Supported government tenders and consultancy requests, contributing to proposal writing and strategic planning.
• Managed budgets for community outreach events, ensuring cost-effective strategies were employed while maintaining high-quality experiences for participants.

Key Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Supported a Major Banking Merger: Assisted clients in navigating the transition to a new banking platform, ensuring a smooth user experience during the merger process.
• Client Education & Digital Banking Support: Provided guidance on using the new bank’s mobile and online banking applications, helping customers access and manage their accounts effectively.
• Account Access & Security Assistance: Assisted clients with password resets, troubleshooting login issues, and ensuring secure access to financial services.
• Transaction Processing & Financial Guidance: Helped clients execute transactions, understand available financial products, and maximize their banking experience.
• Customer Relationship Management: Delivered high-quality support to enhance client satisfaction and trust.
• Process Improvement & Issue Resolution: Identified common user issues and provided feedback to improve digital banking accessibility and efficiency.
• Compliance & Risk Awareness: Ensured all client interactions adhered to banking regulations and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Contributed to the 'Parramatta 2035: Vibrant, Sustainable, Global' - assisted in researching and analyzing trends in economic growth, infrastructure, and community development, providing insights that shaped long-term urban planning strategies.
• Developed the framework for data collection, including selecting research platforms, identifying key stakeholders for consultation, and ensuring robust qualitative and quantitative methodologies were applied.
• Led Ethics & Compliance Approval Process: Assisted in preparing ethics applications, ensuring the research met institutional and regulatory guidelines for ethical data collection and stakeholder engagement.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Conducted literature reviews and collected demographic data on the region to help shape our understanding of the region's economic trends, workforce development, and business growth.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Research: Supported consultation processes with government agencies, businesses, and community organizations to gather data for policy recommendations.
• Report Writing & Presentation: Assisted in drafting sections of the Parramatta 2035 report, synthesizing complex economic data into accessible insights for policymakers, investors, and the public.
  

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Program Development & Implementation: Designed and delivered high-impact outreach programs, ensuring seamless execution of school-based workshops, community activities, and on-campus events to support student equity and access initiatives.
• Stakeholder & Partnership Management: Built and maintained relationships with schools, university departments, and external partners, strengthening pathways for underrepresented students.
• Event Coordination & Logistics: Led the planning and delivery of overnight camps, regional school visits, and professional development events, ensuring logistical efficiency and positive participant experiences.
• Data Analysis & Program Evaluation: Collected, analysed, and reported on program effectiveness, using insights to refine engagement strategies and improve student outcomes.
• Resource Development & Digital Engagement: Created educational materials, online resources, and communications strategies to enhance outreach efforts, ensuring accessibility and engagement across diverse student groups.
• Mentorship & Student Support: Provided direct mentorship and guidance to students, helping them navigate university pathways and build confidence in higher education opportunities.
• Equity & Inclusion Advocacy: Championed initiatives to address educational disadvantage, ensuring all programs were inclusive and aligned with UWA’s diversity and access goals.

• Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
• Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
• Synthesized complex information into clear summaries to make findings accessible to diverse audiences.
• Managed research databases with utmost diligence, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Enhanced participant recruitment strategies, leading to more diverse and representative study samples.

• Researching and delivering speeches on- multiculturalism, resettlement, migration, identity and belonging
• Inspired action within the audience by sharing personal experiences and lessons learned throughout career journey.
• Enhanced event success by tailoring speech content to align with specific themes and objectives.
• Elevated audience engagement by incorporating compelling storytelling techniques and relatable anecdotes.
• Received consistently positive feedback from event attendees, leading to numerous invitations for future engagements.