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MELINDA

MELINDA

Perth

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as an Electorate Officer at the Department of Premier & Cabinet, excelling in legislation analysis and media liaison. Proven track record in campaign management and policy formation, driving successful initiatives and fostering stakeholder relationships. Adept at problem-solving and delivering impactful communication strategies.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Panel Member Culture Implementation Panel

Water Polo Australia
03.2022 - Current
  • Advise on legislative requirements for policy formation
  • Provide support and opinion to WPA on cultural matters
  • Help formulate policy to enhance the culture of the sport nationally

Electorate Officer and Advisor

Department of Premier & Cabinet
03.2017 - Current
  • Office Manager
  • Accounts Manager
  • Media Liaison
  • Legislation Analysis
  • Parliamentary Affairs
  • Diary management

Photographer

Self Employed
Hamersley
01.2008 - Current
  • Award Winning portrait and fine art photographer:
  • Finalist: Clifton's Art Prize - July 2013
  • Finalist: Head On Portrait Prize - May 2013
  • Provided photography services for corporate events, capturing key moments and branding materials.
  • Collaborate with art directors, stylists, makeup artists as part of a team effort.
  • Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
  • Developed creative concepts and themes for photo shoots in collaboration with clients.
  • Conducted photo shoots annually, including weddings, portraits, and commercial photography.

Campaign Coordinator

Vince Connelly MP
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Oversee and manage all aspects of the federal election campaign for the Seat of Stirling
  • Advising the Candidate and handling ministerial visits
  • Quick response problem solving under pressure during a fast-paced campaign

Board Member

Dolphins Water Polo
Claremont
10.2017 - 03.2018
  • Developed and approved annual budgets, allocating resources effectively to support mission objectives.
  • Established and maintained key stakeholder relationships to enhance organizational reputation and support.
  • Defined and enforced organizational bylaws, rules and policies.
  • Attended board meetings and reviewed meeting agendas.
  • Led fundraising initiatives, securing necessary funds to support and expand organizational programs.

Relief Electorate Officer

Department of Premier and Cabinet
01.2003 - 03.2017
  • Conducted research on topics relevant to the Electorate Officer's portfolio and provided detailed summaries for review.
  • Drafted reports summarising feedback received from constituents during consultations held by the office.
  • Liaised with external organisations such as councils, charities and businesses regarding initiatives supported by the Electorate Office.
  • Created memos, letters and other documents, fostering internal and external communication.
  • Researched current trends in politics relevant to electorate area.
  • Attended meetings with constituents and stakeholders on behalf of the Electorate Officer when required.

Public and Community Relations

Claremont Jets Gridiron Club
09.2013 - 01.2015
  • Media and Social media manager
  • Board Member 2013-2015

Board Member

North Beach Rugby League Club
North Beach
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Established and maintained key stakeholder relationships to enhance organizational reputation and support.
  • Contributed to the development of a long-term vision and strategic plan, positioning the organization for future success.
  • Provided strategic direction to the organization by setting goals and objectives.
  • Led fundraising initiatives, securing necessary funds to support and expand organizational programs.

Skills

  • Legislation analysis
  • Policy formation
  • Media liaison
  • Research skills
  • Diary management
  • Campaign management
  • Budget management
  • Campaign coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Policy analysis
  • Political campaigning
  • Legislative review
  • Mail handling
  • Verbal communication
  • Crisis management
  • Content Management Systems
  • Blog Site Management
  • Ghost Writing
  • Word Processing Tools
  • Legislation interpretation and advice to constituents and interest groups
  • Office accounts in line with Parliamentary Allowance provisions
  • Media management
  • Policy advice and formation
  • Multimedia creation

Timeline

Panel Member Culture Implementation Panel

Water Polo Australia
03.2022 - Current

Campaign Coordinator

Vince Connelly MP
01.2019 - 05.2019

Board Member

Dolphins Water Polo
10.2017 - 03.2018

Electorate Officer and Advisor

Department of Premier & Cabinet
03.2017 - Current

Public and Community Relations

Claremont Jets Gridiron Club
09.2013 - 01.2015

Board Member

North Beach Rugby League Club
01.2009 - 01.2011

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2008 - Current

Relief Electorate Officer

Department of Premier and Cabinet
01.2003 - 03.2017

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