Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Strategic Advisory Skills
Communication Skills
Timeline

Jackie Kauli

Alderely ,QLD

Summary

I have over 20 years of experience working as an international community engaged applied researcher in PNG, Australia and across the Pacific. I established strategic partnerships to enhance project outcomes. I actively work with national and international organisations, such as DFAT and UN agencies, to undertake knowledge transfer of transformative approaches into programs addressing national and global issues. Over the past six years my research has focused on solutions to wicked problems including, health, climate change gender-based violence and gender transformative change more broadly. My work is underpinned by cross cutting priorities informed by diverse cultural knowledge systems. I lead large diverse teams in complex environments that actively connect programs and stakeholders in pursuit of social justice. My work is underpinned by humanitarian principles that value the dignity of human life.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Research Fellow

Griffith Asia Institute, Griffith University,
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed innovative research tools to streamline data collection and improve analysis efficiency.
  • Established partnerships with external organizations for collaborative research efforts, increasing resources and expertise available for projects.

Honorary Associate Professor

Centre for Arts and Social Transformation
06.2023 - Current
  • Served on CAST committees, contributing insights and expertise to programs
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest research and trends in education.
  • Sustained professional contact with colleagues and engaged in continuing professional activities to upgrade and augment existing skills or develop new ones.
  • Identified research opportunities for projects.

Director

Yumi Sanap Strong Inc,
01.2023 - Current

Women Make the Change - UN Women (DFAT and NZAID), Yumi Sanap Strong Inc. (2023/24)

Program Lead: UN Women’s efforts to support more women to get into the PNG National Parliament.

  • Facilitated open dialogue among community members by moderating discussions and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
  • Established strategic partnerships with relevant organizations, expanding the reach of the community and generating new opportunities for collaboration.
  • Built strong relationships with multilateral organizations, positioning the organisation as a trusted partner in international development efforts.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations in the organisation and it partner organisations.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Increased capacity of UN Women team in enhanced cultural understanding by incorporating diverse perspectives for teams and programs.

PNG COVID-19 Campaign’ project, BighART, Vatava and ABC International Development, Yumi Sanap Strong. (2023): The project developed strategies to build trust in health workers in PNG communities to counter misinformation about immunisation and support health initiatives in PNG communities.

  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for growth.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering teams to voice their ideas.
  • Enhanced project outcomes by conducting thorough needs assessments and developing tailored strategies for PNG communities.
  • Developed teams capacity to implement and evaluate health initiative in PNG communities.

Consultant_Technical Advisor

International Women’s Development Agency.
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed innovative instructional design tools and methods, enhancing the overall effectiveness of Feminist Organisational curriculum Development.
  • Mentored IWDA team in developing best practice, context specific Feminist Organisational Curriculum instructions
  • Evaluated existing curricula and identified areas for improvement, leading to increased learner and program satisfaction.
  • Fostered a collaborative work environment that encouraged open communication between cross-functional teams for better overall product quality.

Principal Research Fellow

Queensland University of Technology
01.2015 - 06.2023

Capacity Strengthening Advisor International Projects

Creative Approaches for Impact in International Development - DFAT Pacific - Program Lead (20/21)

The project integrates creative approaches into program design and implementation for impact in international development in partnership with DFAT and UN Women. Established relationships with external partners, fostering collaboration and information-sharing opportunities for the benefit of project partners.

Developing Communication Strategies for Social Change against sorcery related violence in Papua New Guinea - Yumi Sanap Strong (DFAT Pacific Women) Program Lead (2016-2022)

Led design, development and capacity strengthening program outcomes for DFAT Pacific Women partners including

  • Led interdisciplinary teams, integrating diverse perspectives to enhance policy research outcomes.
  • Presented research impact to stakeholders, effectively communicating complex concepts and influencing policy decisions
  • Spearheaded initiatives aimed at increasing public engagement with policy issues through community outreach programs and online forums such as webinars.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness using quantitative and qualitative data collection methods, informing future intervention strategies accordingly.
  • Improved community well-being by implementing prevention and education programs.
  • Developed compelling narratives for grant proposals for international aid programs and monitored impact on beneficiaries.
  • Authored clear and concise reports summarizing key findings from research projects, guiding policymakers in evidence-based decision making.
  • Organised conferences featuring renowned experts in the field of policy research as keynote speakers, stimulating intellectual discussions among participants.
  • Mentored junior researchers, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to professional growth and development.
  • Facilitated workshops for partners and colleagues on emerging trends in policy research methodology, promoting continuous learning among colleagues.

Applied for and go unto 5 million in International Aid grants including DFAT grants

Education

Ph.D. - Applied Theatre And Drama

Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD
2015

Master of Arts - Arts Administration And Cultural Policy

Goldsmiths College, University Of London, UK
2003

Skills

  • Partnership Building
  • Capacity Assessment
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Organisational Development
  • Adaptive Learning
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Research management
  • Needs Assessment
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Strategic Advisory Skills

Board Membership

  • Gender Equality Panel Member – Support Unit for Gender Equality (SURGE) (since 2023)
  • Committee Member, Pacific Women Research Group, DFAT Papua New Guinea (2018-2021)
  • Steering Committee Member, Women’s Empowerment and Voice for Equal Rights in Papua New Guinea (WEAVERS) Research project – International Women’s Development Agency (IWDA) (since 2022)
  • Worker Mobility Scheme, Queensland Pacific Island Association, Committee Member
  • Academic Board Professional/Industry Representative. Australian Performing Arts Conservatory (2024)

Communication Skills

Reports

Thomas, V., Kauli, J., (2023).  Pisin I gat Tupela Wing, Women Make Change Community Dialogues Phase II Report UN Women & Yumi Sanap Strong.

Kauli, J., & Thomas V (2023). I love where I live Toolkit, PNG COVID-19 Campaign’. BighART Inc, Tasmania, Australia

Thomas, V., Kauli, J., Levy, C., & Rawstorne, P. (2019). Bougainville Audience Study - Niupela Wokabaut Bilong Bogenvil - Phase 2. Directorate of Media and Communication, Autonomous Bougainville Government and Queensland University of Technology, Papua New Guinea and Australia.


Digital Stories

Kauli, J. (Co-Producer) & Thomas, V. (Co-Producer) (2022). Women Make Change [13 digital stories] UNWomen Papua New Guinea and Queensland University of Technology. www.vimeo.com/showcase/womenmakechange

Kauli, J. (Producer & Director) & Thomas, V. (Producer & Director) (2023). Niupela Umba [documentary film series 41 minutes] Queensland University of Technology, Yumi Sanap Strong, Yumi Piksa.

Kauli, J. (Lead Researcher and Field Producer) Yumi Sanap Strong [41 x Digital Stories] Developing communication strategies to addressing sorcery accusation related violence in Papua New Guinea. University of Goroka and Queensland University of Technology. (2017 & 2018) www.yumisanapstrong.org


Journal Articles and Book Chapters

Kauli, J., Thomas, V. (2018) Communicating the law: A participatory communication toolkit for human rights defenders in Papua New Guinea. Oxfam PNG/Australia, Highlands Women Human Rights Defenders Movement, Queensland University of Technology, Goroka, Papua New Guinea.

Kauli, J., Thomas, V. (2020) When you kill the body, do you kill the spirit? Curating affectual performances addressing violence related to sorcery accusations in Papua New Guinea, Research in Drama Education: The Journal of Applied Theatre and Performance, 25:3, 351-363.

Thomas, V., Kauli, J. (2020) Strengthening the voices of human rights defenders in the media. A case study on addressing sorcery accusation-related violence in Papua New Guinea, Pacific Journalism Review 26 (1) 2020

Kauli, J., Thomas, V. (2019) Media Practice and Theatre in Conversation: Co-Creating Narratives for Positive Social Change. ArtsPraxis, Volume 5 Issue 2.


Timeline

Consultant_Technical Advisor - International Women’s Development Agency.
06.2024 - 07.2024
Adjunct Research Fellow - Griffith Asia Institute, Griffith University,
01.2024 - Current
Honorary Associate Professor - Centre for Arts and Social Transformation
06.2023 - Current
Director - Yumi Sanap Strong Inc,
01.2023 - Current
Principal Research Fellow - Queensland University of Technology
01.2015 - 06.2023
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) - Ph.D., Applied Theatre And Drama
Goldsmiths College - Master of Arts, Arts Administration And Cultural Policy
Jackie Kauli