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Kylene Anderson

Ultimo,NSW

Summary

Experienced Employment Manager with background in overseeing all aspects of recruitment and hiring processes for diverse and accessible candidates. Skilled in developing effective strategies for sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding First Nations and diverse employees. Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Proven track record of creating positive workplace culture and implementing innovative solutions to improve employee engagement and retention.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Indigenous Strategies & Employment

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
Ultimo, NSW
04.2023 - Current
  • Partnering with various divisions within the ABC to enhance opportunities for Indigenous employees through effective recruitment strategies, career development initiatives, and training programs.
  • Provided strategic advice on Indigenous employment issues including recruitment, talent management for staff, learning & development, employee engagement, and organization effectiveness to ABC managers.
  • Created effective policies and guidelines to support the hiring of Indigenous employees including internship programs, mentoring frameworks, and pipeline development.
  • Actively involved in developing and implementing divisional and corporate-wide strategies/policies with a focus on effective governance
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing and facilitating workshops that fostered inclusive leadership qualities within the organization.
  • Managed the Secretariat as a member of the ABC Bonner Committee
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Executed the implementation of Reconciliation Action Plan and delivered quarterly reports to Reconciliation Australia
  • Coordinated successful execution of events such as days of significance and the annual ABC Indigenous Staff Conference.

Senior Consultant, First Nations

QANTAS
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Successfully enhanced performance by implementing effective strategies for Attraction, Engagement, Development and Retention as well as fostering Cultural Learning.
  • Led and delivered multiple pathway programs, including the implementation of the First Nations Employment Strategy and oversight of cultural immersion initiatives aimed at enhancing First Nations representation, development, and retention
  • Participated in entire recruitment campaign for Qantas International Cabin Crew as part of extended Talent Acquisition role.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to promote growth in cultural competency and safety measures while prioritizing the advancement of staff's professional development and career objectives
  • Organized and facilitated diverse events related to First Nations culture, including significant days and staff conference
  • Led, supported and delivered education and awareness on the deliverables of the First Nations Group Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan to business stakeholders.
  • Identified areas of improvement within existing processes and systems and recommended changes accordingly.
  • Presented project status updates including risks, issues, timeline changes.

Project Officer, Indigenous Strategies

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
07.2013 - 12.2021
  • Organized and executed highly successful First Nations Annual Staff Conference that included keynote speakers, RAP activities, cultural immersion experiences, award ceremonies, as well as overseeing all necessary logistics and administrative duties.
  • Developed and implemented project management plans to ensure successful delivery of projects.
  • Supported and facilitated various Inclusions & Diversity programs and initiatives.
  • Ensured workplace success by fostering cross-department collaboration in pursuit of strategic business objectives and cultural alignment.
  • Organized and facilitated project team meetings, workshops, and other events to review progress against objectives.
  • Reviewed and monitored project deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and quality assurance.
  • Participated actively in cross-functional working groups that focused on improving key processes across the organization.
  • Assisted in developing business cases for proposed changes or new initiatives associated with assigned projects.
  • Contributed towards process improvement initiatives by providing suggestions on how existing processes could be improved upon.
  • Conducted post-project reviews to identify areas for improvement in future initiatives.

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Attraction, Engagement & Retention Strategies
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Adaptable
  • Flexible

References

  • Kelly Williams, Head, Indigenous Diversity & Inclusion (ABC), 0407 857 950
  • Masheila Pillay, Diversity Lead (CALD), 0405 059 373

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Indigenous Studies & Creative Writing Publishing (currently enrolled), University of Sunshine Coast
  • Cert IV Indigenous Leadership - Australian Indigenous Learning Centre, 2021 Graduate
  • Diploma Financial Planning - TAFE NSW, 2019 Graduate
  • In-house training: MS Office, MS Project, PageUp, SAP HR, Concur, Workday

Timeline

Manager, Indigenous Strategies & Employment

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
04.2023 - Current

Senior Consultant, First Nations

QANTAS
01.2022 - 04.2023

Project Officer, Indigenous Strategies

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
07.2013 - 12.2021

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