Lee-Ann Kate De Souza
Summary
Proactive leader with experience in team management and event planning. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution, contributing to positive community environments. Strong budget managing and communication skills.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Committee Vice President
ANU Unilodge
Canberra, ACT
2025 - Current
- Planned and executed major events for university students to enhance community involvement.
- Amended ANU Unilodge constitution to enhance student satisfaction.
- Collected and implemented student feedback to improve the residential experience.
- Co-managed team of ResCom officers and representatives for organisation, safety, and management of fortnightly events.
- Managed the entire yearly Unilodge residential committee budget.
- Sold and designed merchandise for ANU Unilodge residents.
- Organised 'In Conversation with the Governor-General' LGBT event featuring Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC.
- Attended regular meetings with my president and residential life managers.
- Managed and monitored the Unilodge ResCom email communications for timely responses.
Senior Resident Advisor
ANU Unilodge
Canberra, ACT
2022 - 2024
- Resolved conflicts among residents, contributing to a positive and supportive living environment.
- Assisted in onboarding new residents to promote smooth transitions into the community.
- Organized community events that increased resident participation and fostered connections.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies that boosted student involvement in Unilodge community activities.
- Performed fortnightly overnight duty shifts which involved lock out, medical emergencies, maintenance reports, and upheld the rules of Lodge.
- Performed fortnightly wellbeing checks on university students.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss community initiatives and updates.
O-Week Coordinator & Psychology Events Coordinator
ANU Students Association
Canberra, ACT
2024 - 2025
- Coordinated logistics for student events, ensuring timely setup and execution.
- Managed stakeholder relationships to secure services and supplies.
- Created detailed reports on event planning progress, timelines, and budgets to track effectiveness and inform stakeholders.
- Coordinated with communications team to advertise events.
- Provided on-site support during the events, including problem solving.
- Evaluated participant feedback to identify areas for enhancement in future event planning.
- Implemented occupational health and safety protocols.
- Ran motions to amend the Psychology Society's constitution to support executive member workloads and student engagement.
Retail Sales Associate
Blissiimo
Canberra, ACT
2022 - 2023
- Guided customers in merchandise selection and shared product insights to enhance shopping experience.
- Delivered friendly service and promptly addressed customer inquiries to foster a positive shopping environment.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Ensured store cleanliness and organized product displays to create an inviting atmosphere.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory regularly.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT06-2026
Ballarat Clarendon College
Ballarat, VIC01-2020
Skills
- Event planning
- Budget management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Community outreach
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
References
Shiv Suresh | Community Support Officer | Unilodge
Email: shivsuresh2023@gmail.com
Phone: 0481 392 557
Miranda Niejalke | President | ANU Psychology Society
Email : mia.niejalke@gmail.com
Phone: 0478224310
Erin Behn | Community Coordinator | ANUSA
Phone: 0416 329 183
Brian O’ Shea | Owner | Brian’s Fencing
Email: Briansfencing@outlook.com
Phone: 0403 948 894
Timeline
Residential Committee Vice President
ANU Unilodge
2025 - Current
Senior Resident Advisor
ANU Unilodge
2022 - 2024
O-Week Coordinator & Psychology Events Coordinator
ANU Students Association
2024 - 2025
Retail Sales Associate
Blissiimo
2022 - 2023
Bachelor of Science -
Australian National University
Ballarat Clarendon College