Kathy Orcher
NSW
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable administrative professional with a strong background spanning recruitment support, project coordination, marketing, and community services. Skilled in managing high-volume administrative tasks, building stakeholder relationships, and ensuring compliance within both government and non-profit sectors. Known for delivering reliable support in fast-paced environments and contributing positively to team success.
Motivated by continuous learning and professional development, with a genuine passion for contributing to meaningful work. Excited to grow further in my career, take on new challenges, and make a lasting impact within an organisation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Administrative Assistants
Catholic Dioceses of Maitland - Newcastle
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Performed high-level administrative and clerical tasks to support recruitment activities, including data entry and record-keeping within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
- Coordinated and facilitated probity checks and maintained employee files to ensure compliance with internal policies and legal standards.
- Acted as a primary point of contact for hiring managers and candidates, fielding inquiries and directing them to the appropriate Talent Partner for further assistance.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including HR team members, hiring managers, and external agencies, to support recruitment and employee relations.
- Collaborated effectively with shared service areas and other diocesan agencies to streamline HR processes and provide optimal support for employee management.
- Ensured strict adherence to Work Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines and the Code of Conduct in all HR-related activities.
- Gain an understanding and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and compliance in a high volume office environment
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and be responsible and accountable for own work with the capacity and willingness to work in a team environment.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client enquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Assistant Project Coordinator
Micromex Research
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked on the behalf of NSW Councils and NSW Government stakeholders on Marketing Research.
- Used market research to develop action plans regarding product introductions, modifications and campaigns.
- Used statistical software to log and evaluate data trends.
- Documented business requirements, functional specifications and training procedures.
- Managed office operations, scheduling and inventory audits.
- Implemented business processes to streamline daily operations and increase efficiency.
- Fostered client and vendor relationship building through consistent and effective communication.
- Planned, coordinated and controlled daily operations of sales, financial management and human resources.
Marketing Trainee
Apprenticeships Are Us
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Determined customers' needs and provided brand awareness and recommendations to fulfill requirements.
- Assisted with social media profiles by creating and posting engaging text, image and video content aligned with organisation's goals.
- Created relevant, original and high-quality internal and external communication.
- Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence.
- Assisted Marketing Manager with various marketing projects that would engage new leads and potential customers.
- Developed paid client ads for use on diverse social media platforms, achieving average of 2,000 users per ad.
- Collected and analyzed Web metrics such as visits, time on site and page views per visit.
- Built, implemented and updated effective SEO strategies.
- Performed in-depth competitor reviews to check competitor activities with ad placement, keyword use, placement bids and landing pages.
Employment Support Officer
Achieve Australia
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked with recruiting teams and human resources representatives to accomplish hiring objectives.
- Conducted new hire orientations and training sessions, and trained current employees on new equipment and procedures.
- Coordinated workshops for employees to better understand company mission, streamlining daily activities and aligning worker and company priorities.
- Conducted weekly NDIS Funding for candidates
- Applied and adjusted support and training to employees needs
Education
Certificate III - Business
Australian College of Commerce & Management
09.2022
Certificate IV - Human Resources Management
TAFE
Diploma - Community Services
TAFE
12.2019
Certificate IV - Community Services
TAFE
12.2018
Certificate III - Community Services
TAFE
06.2018
Skills
Letter preparation
Filing
Scheduling
Check processing
Records retrieval
Advanced MS office suite
Timeline
HR Administrative Assistants
Catholic Dioceses of Maitland - Newcastle
12.2023 - 03.2025
Assistant Project Coordinator
Micromex Research
04.2023 - 12.2023
Marketing Trainee
Apprenticeships Are Us
09.2021 - 03.2023
Employment Support Officer
Achieve Australia
03.2021 - 09.2021
Certificate IV - Human Resources Management
TAFE
Diploma - Community Services
TAFE
Certificate IV - Community Services
TAFE
Certificate III - Community Services
TAFE
Certificate III - Business
Australian College of Commerce & Management
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