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Kate Smeal

Ryde,NSW

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record.

Adept in providing unparalleled administrative support and organising pivotal events. Excels in roles requiring support, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Demonstrates strategic thinking and a team-oriented approach, ensuring continuous improvement and efficiency in processes. Ability to independently solve problems and strive for results.

Willingness to take on additional responsibilities to achieve team goals.


Brings a kind, passionate and positive attitude, with a commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Football Projects Administrator

NSW Rugby League
12.2022 - 06.2024

- Provide efficient and detailed administrative support across the football department.

- Play leading role in the organisation and delivery of all football department events.
- Manage travel and accommodation requests of NSWRL staff and teams.
- Produce and coordinate all reports for the Football Department for NSWRL Board Meetings.
- Embed continuous improvement practices and levels of consistency in the administrative processes of the Football Department.

Executive Assistant

NSW Rugby League / Country Rugby League of NSW
10.2019 - 12.2022

- Manage and maintain all administrative tasks, executive schedules, including calendar, travel, meetings and travel.

- Point of contact on behalf of General Manager / Head of Football for all internal and external stakeholders.

- Prepare reports, collect and analyse information; prepare presentations and report

- High level secretarial and administrative support to all heads of Departments.

Customer Service Team Leader

Zinfra
12.2017 - 04.2019

Business Development Manager

Ray White
06.2016 - 03.2017

Volunteer

International Volunteer Headquarters
12.2015 - 04.2016

Various

National Rugby League
01.2002 - 09.2015

Jul 2012 - Sept 2015

Sponsorship & Commercial Projects

Corporate Engagement Support


Oct 2007 - Jun 2012

PA to General Manager & Special Projects


Jan 2003 - Sep 2007

LeagueNet Administrator


Jan 2002 - Dec 2002

Reception & Administration Officer



Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Highly organised
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Motivated, with a high level of initiative, flexibility and ability to think strategically
  • Ability to work both autonomously and within a team environment
  • Friendly and empathetic
  • Willingness to learn and develop
  • Strong time management skills and proven ability to work within a deadline

Timeline

Football Projects Administrator

NSW Rugby League
12.2022 - 06.2024

Executive Assistant

NSW Rugby League / Country Rugby League of NSW
10.2019 - 12.2022

Customer Service Team Leader

Zinfra
12.2017 - 04.2019

Business Development Manager

Ray White
06.2016 - 03.2017

Volunteer

International Volunteer Headquarters
12.2015 - 04.2016

Various

National Rugby League
01.2002 - 09.2015
Kate Smeal