Hi, I’m
Lisa-Marie Crichton
Tweed Heads,NSW
Overview
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Western Samoa Conservation and Cultural Heritage F
Director
02.1990 - 02.2012
Job overview
- REGION
- Based on performance and experience, an established regional and global network of cultural connections working in Environmental
- Conservation and Ecologically Sustainable Development
- This includes a high level of success with leading regional and international funding institutions
- Based on work from the South Pacific region, and a strong background of working with autonomous organisations, the private sector, Transnational Corporations (TNCs) and leading funding agencies and financial institutions both private sectors
- Comprehensive experience in Managing and coordinating relationships with leading regional and international financial institutions and financial and technical assistance organisations including the private sector especially in the areas of Research and Development and
- Technology Transfer
- Demonstrated experience in programme and project management and monitoring and evaluation including financial management, proposal development, writing and coordination of financial and technical strategies
- Facilitating financial transactions between the organisation and financial institutions
- Ensuring Payments are executed in accordance with the organisational and policy requirements of the organisation
- Develop, Administer and Execute Budgeted Timetable of Expenditure for the Work Program
- Comply with specified operational, management and implementation policies and procedures for accountability and transparency
- Monitor and authorize expenditure of the budget according to specific objectives and detailed financial specifications in order to ensure cost-effectiveness, strategic expenditure, transparency and accountability
- Develop and prepare Annual Budget and monthly and quarterly financial expenditure
- LISA-MARIE CRICHTON ESTABLISHED SOUTH PACIFIC REGION CONNECTIONS &
- DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL & ECONOMIC SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
- AT THE COMMUNITY, NATIONAL, REGIONAL & GLOBAL LEVEL
- An established and extensive network of contacts, key allies and relationships at all levels in the South Pacific region, with all relevant networks of Community Based-Organisations (CBOs), NGOs, the Pacific Private Sector, National Governments and Regional Inter-
- Governmental-Agencies (IGAs) organisations, institutions at the National and Regional and International global institutions
- An established networks with relevant key allies, political fora, industry, NGOs and the media on specific Programs, Projects and
- Campaigns to ensure maximum influence in the external world to support the achievement of the organisations objectives and strategies for environmental conservation and ecologically sustainable development.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Western Samoa Conservation and Cultural Heritage F
Director and Co-founder
02.1990 - 02.2012
Job overview
- Lisa-Marie Crichton South Pacific Region Experience & Capabilities
- Collaborated with professionals actively engaged in their fields of research.
- An established profile in Ecologically Sustainable Development in the South Pacific region
- Specialized in environmental and economic development projects, workshops, and forums across the South Pacific.
- RAINFORESTS AND ENDEMIC AND UNIQUE SPECIES OF FLORA AND FAUNA CONSERVATION AND
- MANAGEMENT
- Scientific & Traditional practices and methods of natural resource conservation, management and development
- Establishment of Protected Areas of Rainforests and development of conservation for perpetuity and management plans
- Conservation, Protection and Management of Threatened and Endangered species of wildlife, flora and fauna
- Endemic Terrestrial and Marine Ecosystems Resource inventories and scientific recommendations
- Endemic Terrestrial Rainforests, flora and fauna conservation and ecologically sustainable development
- Scientific Expeditions and Research Projects of various endemic terrestrial habitats and species
- Expeditions on the study of endemic species and their habitats
- Scientific Research to develop environmental Conservation, Management and Sustainable Development Initiatives
- OCEANS, ISLANDS, ATOLLS, ENDEMIC BIOLOGICALLY DIVERSE MARINE ECOLOGY OF THE
- Optimized operational efficiency in South Pacific region.
- Marine and Terrestrial Biotechnology
- Trade and the Environment and Biotechnology
- Scientific research of in-shore reef coral reefs endemic ecosystems and marine ecology and species
- Scientific Marine Research to develop recommendations for Marine Biological Diversity and Marine Resources Conservation
- Establishment of biologically rich and diverse marine ecosystems as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
- Endemic Marine Coastal Areas Ecology and Ecosystems and Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM)
- Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) 200 mile EEZs of the South Pacific Region management and development and the Extended Coastal
- Shelf (CS) extending a further 200 nautical miles within the South Pacific Region and maritime boundaries
- Endemic Marine Ecology, Ecosystems, in-shore coral reefs for conservation management and development
- Sustainable Aquaculture conservation, management and development
- Waste Management and pollution control and prevention
- Environmentally Sound Technologies
- Technology Transfer and Capacity Building
- Renewable Energy Technologies from the oceans including tidal wave power
- South Pacific Region Environmental recommendations and policy integration into relevant international fora, ESTABLISHED CONNECTIONS & BUSINESS
- BACKGROUND & COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrated experience in a range of South Pacific Island (private family owned/operated) Business and networks including:
- Privately owned South Pacific Region Hoteliers Owners Association (Resort/Hotel Owners)
- Ecotourism Environmental Infrastructure Development
- Regional Tourism Council of the South Pacific global marketing of the region
- Export/Import industry, including regional and international shipping lines that cross the South Pacific
- Production and Manufacturing business and industries for various products
- Promotion of Export industries in global trade shows and exhibitions
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
SOUTH PACIFIC REGION ECOTOURISM RESORT AND ECO
GLOBAL
Job overview
- INFRASTRUCTURE
- SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
- Community-based eco-development activities that meet the identified needs of communities including essential infrastructure
- Facilitating initiatives obtaining necessary resources to generate and support eco-enterprises that will create income-earning employment and generate a sustainable local economy and enable communities towards total self-sufficiency
- Experience in Samoa and the South Pacific region includes initiating, creating, establishment and development including:
- Eco-tourism Community and Private Resorts, Hotels and Private Fales
- Cultural Ecotourism and Rainforest Protected Area’s Establishment
- Cultural Heritage Arts and Crafts Eco-Enterprises
- Coconut and Commercial Forestry for timbers for Building and Construction
- Coral Reefs and Marine Ecology Conservation and Protected Areas Establishment
- Aquaculture, Commercial Fisheries and Marine Resources Development Activities, COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE SOUTH PACIFIC REGION UNITED NATIONS ACHIEVEMENTS
- EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES
- Lisa-Marie Crichton’s UNITED NATIONS demonstrated, UN archived achievements and credentials from representation with the South
- Pacific Region Government Delegations for global negotiation of UN legally binding Conventions and Resolutions
- With demonstrated successful achievements through methodical, multi-lateral direct campaign lobbying to all 190 international member Government member countries, to support the South Pacific Region’s final policy negotiations recommendations for integration into UN Global Policy
- Succesful demonstrated profile of achievements in global campaigning and lobbying for the integration of South Pacific Regional
- Conventions and Recommendations into a multitude of multi-sectoral and multi-disciplinary apporaches to relevant international
- Conventions and Agreements
- This includes into the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Convention on Climate Change
- Convention on the Law of the Sea and Pacific input into the the Agenda 21
- In particularly the Resolution to adopt and implement commitment by the UN to facilitate and Organise a Global Conference for Small Islands in Barbados.
SOUTH PACIFIC, NATURAL PRODUCTS AND INDUSTRIES
REGION PRIVATE SECTOR
Job overview
- Wine, Beer, Fresh Fruit Juices, Taro Chips
- Agricultural Products subsistence and commercial plantations assorted tropical fruits
- Assorted unique handicrafts, artefacts and a range of coconut oils, creams, soaps with fragrances
- Commercial Forestry for fast-growing timbers for domestic use
- Coconut, banana, coffee, cocoa and assorted fruits and vegetable commercial plantations and flowers
- Commercial fisheries and seafood’s, commercial aquaculture and trochus shells and pearls
- Domestic, National and Regional Airlines including Virgin Samoa and extended international networks 8
- SOUTH PACIFIC REGION OWNERSHIP 38.5 million Sq
- Km IN THE UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION
- ON THE LAW OF THE SEA OCEAN (UNCLOS)
- The South Pacific Region is the world’s largest Oceans; these islands have a combined land area of 550,000km2 compared to an area of5 million sq
- Km2 of ocean territory or EEZs
- The South Pacific Region Islands of Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia, have evolved in isolation over thousands of years to create unique, endemic rich, complex biologically diverse marine ecosystems, resources and minerals
- The Marine Genetic Resources (MGRs) and Deep-sea minerals that occur within the Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) and surrounding areas consistent with the United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) of many Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Pacific Island Territories (PICT) are increasingly being recognised as a future potential source of revenue and economic development
- Most Pacific Island Countries have large ocean space compared to their smaller landmasses
- Under the United Nations Convention on the
- Law of Sea (UNCLOS), most of these island countries have significant ocean space that are legally recognised to come under the direct control of individual countries
- Ocean and seabed resources including minerals that occur on the seafloor within National waters belong to each country and are Managed and Governed under National Law
- South Pacific Island Countries have Legal Rights to Marine Resources and Minerals within its Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) and the
Lisa Marie Crichton & Addociates
Environmental Specialist
02.2012 - Current
Job overview
- PACIFIC REGION DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES
- AND ACHIEVEMENTS
- Demonstrated experience and achievements working directly with the South Pacific Region’s leading Regional Organisations including the following:
- South Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Apia, Samoa
- South Pacific Forum Secretariat, South Pacific Commission (SPC) Noumea, New Caledonia
- South Pacific Geoscience Organisation (SOPAC, Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Honiara, Solomon Islands
- Tourism Council of the South Pacific (TCSP) Suva, Fiji
- South Regional Offices as part of International Organisations, based and operating in the South Pacific Region including:
- Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO)
- United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
- Improved company compliance with environmental regulations through regular audits and evaluations of operations.
- Facilitated communication between regulatory agencies and project stakeholders, fostering collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Identified training for environmental compliance and implemented training to operations and other team members.
- Contributed to the development of corporate sustainability goals, integrating environmentally conscious practices into daily operations.
- Increased employee awareness of environmental issues by organizing training sessions and workshops on sustainable practices.
- Tracked key compliance metrics and implemented systems to improve performance.
- Developed and executed initiatives to improve environmental knowledge and awareness.
- Conducted research on local ecosystems, providing valuable insights for habitat restoration projects.
- Implemented environmental stewardship to improve organizational culture.
- Liaised with county departments to develop and maintain environmental-related programs, procedures and compliance tasks.
- Shared best practices and developed synergies for businesses to achieve results.
- Spearheaded transition to renewable energy sources for organization, significantly cutting energy costs.
- Analyzed environmental data to forecast trends and inform policy decisions, enhancing strategic planning efforts.
- Guided adoption of low-impact farming practices in agricultural projects, boosting crop yields while preserving soil health.
- Streamlined data collection process for air quality monitoring, significantly enhancing accuracy of reports.
- Monitored environmental legislation and ensured all company operations were in compliance, avoiding legal penalties.
- Developed and enforced environmental policies, reducing organization's carbon footprint dramatically.
- Negotiated with stakeholders to promote environmentally friendly business practices, fostering community support.
- Enhanced community awareness on environmental issues with comprehensive educational workshops.
- Facilitated employee training on sustainable practices, drastically improving organization's environmental performance.
- Advised on integration of biodiversity considerations into new project plans, safeguarding natural habitats.
- Led team in habitat restoration projects, restoring several endangered species habitats and increasing biodiversity.
- Collaborated with government agencies to secure funding for sustainability projects, maximizing resource allocation.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Managed development, design and execution of energy conservation projects.
Education
Australian Institute of Company Directors Sydney NSW Australia
Associate's Degree from Financial Management And The Role of Company Direc
University of SydneySydney, NSW
Bachelor Of Arts BA from Geography, Philosophy, Psychology
University of NSWSydney, NSW 2052
United Nations Diplomacy Training Associates Degre from United Nations Diplomacy
University Overview
- Environmental Conservation
- Ecologically Sustainable Development
- Project Management
- Financial Management
- Policy Negotiation
Maastricht University, Amsterdam, Netherlands United Nations - MERIT
Bachelor Of Environmental Science from Environmental Conservation And Sustainable Develop
Skills
- Innovation and creativity
- Business analysis
- Organizational development
- Problem-solving
- Environmental compliance
- Environmental assessment
- Environmental impact reporting
- Environmental education
- Air quality monitoring
- Environmental policy development
- Environmental auditing
- Renewable energy systems
- Endangered species protection
- Invasive species control
- Waste management
- Sustainable resource management
- Ecosystem restoration
- Greenhouse gas emissions
- Climate change adaptation
- Toxicology studies
- Carbon footprint reduction
- Ecological risk assessment
- Conservation planning
- Wildlife conservation
- Energy efficiency analysis
- Site inspection
- Compliance inspections
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Analytical skills
- Statistical analysis
- Ecological assessment
- Data interpretation
- Research methods
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Report writing
- Written communication
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
- Public speaking
- Continuous improvement
- Interpersonal communication
- Professionalism
- Risk assessment
- Goal setting
- Analytical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Self motivation
- Task prioritization
- Team building
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Established extensive network of contacts in the South Pacific region.
Timeline
Environmental Specialist
Lisa Marie Crichton & Addociates
02.2012 - Current
Director
Western Samoa Conservation and Cultural Heritage F
02.1990 - 02.2012
Director and Co-founder
Western Samoa Conservation and Cultural Heritage F
02.1990 - 02.2012
GLOBAL
SOUTH PACIFIC REGION ECOTOURISM RESORT AND ECO
REGION PRIVATE SECTOR
SOUTH PACIFIC, NATURAL PRODUCTS AND INDUSTRIES
Australian Institute of Company Directors
Associate's Degree from Financial Management And The Role of Company Direc
University of Sydney
Bachelor Of Arts BA from Geography, Philosophy, Psychology
University of NSW
United Nations Diplomacy Training Associates Degre from United Nations Diplomacy
Maastricht University, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bachelor Of Environmental Science from Environmental Conservation And Sustainable Develop
UN Accreditation
UN Consultative Status II with ECOSOC and FAO, ILO, UNCTAD, UNIDO, WHO in
Promoting peaceful and inclusive societies
Promoting sustainable development
Financing sustainable development
Building strategic partnerships and alliances
Raising Awareness on multi-thematic emerging issues in advocacy and policy and the UN legislative process for the formal adoption of global consensus negotiated policies especially climate change and solutions, biodiversity, ecosystems and species conservation and protected areas establishment. South Pacific region consensus policy and Conventions integration into UN legally binding with regulatory frameworks and obligations and commitments.
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