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Mathew SALTER

Darwin,NT

Summary

Insightful Councillor with a background in policy development, community engagement, and strategic planning. Known for strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse groups. Committed to fostering positive change and delivering results through collaborative leadership and ethical decision-making. Impactful contributions to previous roles include fostering community growth and implementing effective policies.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Councillor of North Ward

Litchfield Council
Howard Springs, NT
03.2012 - Current
  • Attended regular council meetings to discuss local issues and proposed legislation.
  • Provided input on budgeting, zoning, land use, economic development and other matters of public policy.
  • Assisted in developing strategies for implementing changes that would benefit the community.
  • Prepared research materials for council members to review before voting on key decisions.
  • Met with constituents to listen to their concerns and address their questions or complaints.
  • Researched various topics related to municipal law and regulations and provided reports to the council members.
  • Reviewed documents such as ordinances, resolutions, budgets and contracts prior to approval by the Council.

Teacher

Non-Government and Government Schools in Darwin
Darwin And Rural Area Of Darwin, NT
01.1999 - 12.2019
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Provided education and guidance to students across a diverse range of academic subjects such as English literature, humanities, and history.
  • Taught a diverse range of students, including Indigenous students from remote and very remote communities, disengaged youth, and youth in the justice system.
  • Developed relationships with external stakeholders that can provide resources or services beneficial to the school.

Small Business Owner

Elite Shade
Darwin And Rural Area Of Darwin, NT
01.1994 - 12.1999
  • Created budgets and monitored expenses to stay within budget limits.
  • Developed business plans and strategies to grow small business.
  • Managed staff recruitment, hiring, training, and development.
  • Oversaw daily operations of small business including customer service and financial management.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations while running the business.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Politics

Northern Territory University
Darwin, NT

Graduate Diploma of Teaching

Northern Territory University
Darwin, NT

Skills

  • Research and analysis
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Community Engagement
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Stakeholder Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Councillor of North Ward

Litchfield Council
03.2012 - Current

Teacher

Non-Government and Government Schools in Darwin
01.1999 - 12.2019

Small Business Owner

Elite Shade
01.1994 - 12.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Politics

Northern Territory University

Graduate Diploma of Teaching

Northern Territory University
Mathew SALTER