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Lisa Reardon

Adelaide,SA

Summary

As an Aboriginal leader and driven professional, I bring a diverse work experience including 15 years in the Australian Public Service. I have extensive experience in Indigenous Employment and Education and Diversity and Inclusion, policy and program management. I am an experienced leader with comprehensive experience in leading teams. I'm skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and operational efficiency. I have a proven track record of enhancing overall business performance through effective leadership and innovative problem-solving.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Intern Program and Partners

CareerTrackers Internship Program
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Informed strategic and operational direction by working closely with CEO and Leadership Team
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders from company, university, and community partners to support program growth using participant insights and data collection.
  • Drove the establishment of an ongoing culture of continuous improvement, emphasizing the importance of all perspectives.
  • Managed a national team of Intern Program and Partnerships Managers, fostering motivation and collaboration for the successful execution and advancement of the Intern Program.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.

Communication Specialist

Australian Electoral Commission
03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Supported change initiatives across the agency, advocating for seamless integration of the Indigo Program through proactive communication efforts.
  • Supported program implementation by managing relationships with key business stakeholders. Ensured accountability and information parity by managing vendor relationships on behalf of the program and executives.
  • Successfully oversaw operations at a polling station during the Referendum.

Manager

PwC Indigenous Consulting
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Delivered trusted strategic advisory services to both corporate and government clients, resulting in improved outcomes and services for First Nations peoples.
  • Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end project management through successful completion of client engagements, preparation of briefings, and design and development of strategies.
  • Implemented first nations engagement strategy at a global tech company, in addition to leading community engagement and focus sessions at a telecom company.

Various - Executive Roles

Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Managed the Booderee Business as an EL1 and served as the Parks Policy Task Force Executive Officer in an acting EL2 capacity.
  • Provided high level confidential secretarial services and project support to the Parks Policy Taskforce for successful delivery of the Senior Advisory Groups report on joint management Arrangements for Commonwealth National Parks Advice to the Minister for the Environment 2022
  • Provided verbal and written briefings to Band 1 and 2 SES officers regarding various issues concerning First Nations people's long-term self-determination and gap closure at Commonwealth-managed parks such as Kakadu, Booderee, and Uluru Kata-Juta National Park.,
    Conveyed complex matters related to the vision of self-determination for First Nations people and closing the gap to senior executives (Band 1-2)
  • Addressed project barriers by offering strategic-based solutions and effectively utilizing my influence in engagements with diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Led the planning and management of functional and structural reform at Booderee National Park, incorporating workforce planning and revamping staffing profile.
  • Consistently briefed executives and effectively managed risk profiles for a challenging project.

Assistant Director - Diversity

Australian Taxation Office
01.2020 - 01.2020
  • Led engagement with SES Diversity and Inclusion Champions, responsible for drafting their briefing materials, communications, and advice on the Diversity and Inclusion climate internally and externally.
  • Led strategic initiatives focused on diversity and inclusion in alignment with ATO's vision for a safe and inclusive workforce and community.
  • Successfully executed diverse Diversity initiatives, overseeing events and implementing staff engagement programs.
  • Increased learning and development capabilities across the organization at ATO level.
  • Increased business knowledge on Diversity and Inclusion-related initiatives through campaign awareness education.

Assistant Director

Department of Health (DoH)
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Led the Workforce Diversity team as Assistant Director, facilitating inclusion and equal employment opportunities within the organization.
  • Provided strategic advice and solutions-based approaches to Indigenous Champions (SES 1 and 2) regarding Indigenous workforce matters.
  • Managed the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Reconciliation Action Plan and RAP secretariat managers.
  • Deliver large-scale event management services and support the employee network engagement across the diversity portfolios.
  • Implemented and educated about the Indigenous Procurement Policy.
  • Managed the DoH Graduate Program, overseeing program management responsibilities.
  • Oversaw the implementation of the department's Indigenous Apprenticeship Program, supporting cohort members throughout their traineeships and enabling them to pursue future careers within the public service.

Assistant Director

Department of Human Services
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Assistant Director, Indigenous Employment Strategies Team, Acting Director (4 months), Indigenous Employment Strategies Team
  • Led the development of the DHS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employees Plan 2017
  • Conducted extensive stakeholder engagement and facilitated focus groups. Presented briefings to internal senior management on communication strategies and authored written chapters for the strategy.
  • Led program management of Jawun Secondment Program, overseeing communication and marketing strategy implementation, participant selection process facilitation, and virtual pastoral care and briefing assistance.
  • Managed secretariat functions for APS wide Secretary Indigenous Champions Network, preparing high-level meeting papers, briefing packs, and progress reports
  • Successfully oversaw the operations of a diverse team consisting of APS staff members as their team leader, implementing coaching, mentoring, and performance support management processes.

Senior Advisor

Indigenous Affair Group - (PM&C)
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Delivered successful completion of the National NAIDOC Ball and Awards project, effectively managing both project and event aspects within specified timeframes and financial resources
  • Managed and enhanced corporate partnerships with NITV CommBank, Telstra, Ticketek, and state/territory governments through overseeing all commercial contracting.
  • Demonstrated exceptional secretariat management skills while overseeing the operations of the esteemed National NAIDOC Committee with renowned Indigenous leaders
  • Managed the National Indigenous Youth Leadership Program, facilitating opportunities for Indigenous Youth to achieve secondary and tertiary education.
  • Played an integral role as part of a small taskforce responsible for implementing the Indigenous Advancement Strategy at a national level.

Various

Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations
01.2005 - 01.2013
  • Event Manager, Corporate Operations, Communication Officer, strategic communications, and engagements; Senior Project Officer; Jobs Services Australia; Executive Officer; Fair Work Ombudsman.

Skills

  • First Nations policy
  • Program management
  • Relationship management
  • Team and People Management
  • Organisational Development
  • Human Resources Management and Talent Acquisition
  • Corporate Communications
  • Budget Management and contract negotiation
  • Strategic Planning

References

  • Carrie Sailor, Deputy CEO, Director Impact, Carrie.Sailor@CareerTrackers.org.au
  • Sam Morrison, Acting Director, Sam.Morrison@aec.gov.au
  • Dr Claudia Pitts, Director, claudia.pitts@pwc.com
  • Neal Mason, Deputy Secretary, neal.mason@industry.gov.au
  • Carlyn Waters, Senior Fellow in the Practise of Business, Carlyn.Waters@anu.edu.au

Timeline

Director, Intern Program and Partners

CareerTrackers Internship Program
11.2023 - 08.2024

Communication Specialist

Australian Electoral Commission
03.2023 - 11.2023

Manager

PwC Indigenous Consulting
05.2022 - 02.2023

Various - Executive Roles

Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment
09.2020 - 05.2022

Assistant Director - Diversity

Australian Taxation Office
01.2020 - 01.2020

Assistant Director

Department of Health (DoH)
01.2017 - 01.2020

Assistant Director

Department of Human Services
01.2016 - 01.2017

Senior Advisor

Indigenous Affair Group - (PM&C)
01.2013 - 01.2016

Various

Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations
01.2005 - 01.2013

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