NATALIA PAKLINA
Point,Australia
Summary
A proactive and highly organised Office & Events Coordinator with 10+ years of experience providing executive support, managing operations, and coordinating events across education, corporate, and wellness sectors. Known for my calm presence, clear communication, and ability to streamline systems, I excel in fast-paced environments where attention to detail and client experience matter. With a strong background in administration, diary and travel management, stakeholder engagement, and team support, I bring both reliability and warmth to every role. Adept in tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Xero, Asana, and Trello, I thrive when juggling multiple priorities and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Meditation Teacher & Founder
Prema Meditation
01.2024 - Current
- Run a wellness business offering meditation courses, events, and retreats for busy professionals
- Coordinate end-to-end retreat logistics including budgeting, scheduling, venue booking, and participant support
- Create and schedule social media content, write newsletters, and manage website content via Squarespace
- Oversee all client communications, bookings, invoicing, and lead follow-up
- Host weekly group meditations and facilitate community engagement both online and in person
Education Professional Language Facilitator
UNSW College
03.2024 - Current
- Deliver Academic English classes to international students in university preparation programs
- Collaborate with admin teams to maintain student records, assessment schedules, and compliance documentation
- Support classroom operations, reporting, and ongoing student communication in a structured, high-volume environment
Administration & Events Coordinator
Bondi Meditation Centre
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed day-to-day operations of a busy meditation centre, supporting both in-person and digital programs, retreats, and client communications
- Coordinated over 30 events and multi-day retreats end-to-end, including scheduling, travel logistics, venue liaison, and supplier coordination
- Provided high-level executive support to the Director: managing calendar, travel, inboxes, confidential documents, and internal systems
- Oversaw marketing and communications: created and scheduled social media content, wrote and sent newsletters via Mailchimp, and maintained participant email lists
- Managed invoicing, bookings, and CRM systems, ensuring smooth user experience and consistent follow-up across all touchpoints
Administration Officer
University of Technology Sydney
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Delivered high-level administrative support to faculty leadership and academic teams
- Managed meeting logistics, prepared agendas, documented minutes, and ensured follow-up actions were completed
- Oversaw database management, purchase order processing, and document control in line with university protocols
- Supported academic timetabling and coordinated the administration of student assessments
Academic English Teacher
University of Sydney
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Taught academic English to international students in university preparation programs
- Supported assessment delivery, marking, and academic reporting in line with curriculum standards
Senior Teacher & Program Coordinator
Macquarie University International College
01.2016 - 10.2019
- Coordinated a team of Academic English and Accounting teachers, leading assessment moderation and teaching quality reviews
- Designed and delivered course curriculum using blended and active learning approaches
- Reviewed assessments and provided personalised student feedback to support academic development
- Analysed student performance data and feedback to inform curriculum improvements
- Trained and supported new staff during onboarding and ongoing teaching development
Academic English Teacher
Navitas English
09.2012 - 01.2016
- Delivered general and academic English courses and speaking assessments
- Maintained records, supported new teacher onboarding, and contributed to moderation
Administration Assistant / PA to Head of Department
City of Ryde Council
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Provided administrative and EA support to department head, including diary and travel management
- Managed correspondence, prioritised meeting requests, and coordinated internal communications
- Liaised with council departments and professionally resolved public enquiries
Education
Diploma of Teaching Vedic Meditation - Meditation
Sattva Yoga Academy, Rishikesh
Rishikesh, India01.2023
Diploma of Life Coaching -
The Life Coaching College
Melbourne, VIC01.2019
Certificate IV in TESOL -
Navitas English
Sydney, NSW01.2012
Master of Professional Accounting -
University of Technology
Sydney01.2011
Certificate III in Acting for Screen -
Actor's College of Theatre And Television
Sydney01.2011
Bachelor & Master of Linguistics and Language Teaching -
Moscow State Linguistic University
Moscow01.2008
Skills
Calendar & inbox management
Student records & CRM systems
Event & retreat coordination
Purchase orders & procurement
Meeting prep, minutes & follow-up
Stakeholder & faculty liaison
Report writing & document handling
Social media & digital tools (Canva, Mailchimp, Squarespace)
Timeline
Education Professional Language Facilitator
UNSW College
03.2024 - Current
Meditation Teacher & Founder
Prema Meditation
01.2024 - Current
Administration & Events Coordinator
Bondi Meditation Centre
03.2022 - 03.2024
Administration Officer
University of Technology Sydney
10.2020 - 03.2022
Academic English Teacher
University of Sydney
02.2019 - 10.2020
Senior Teacher & Program Coordinator
Macquarie University International College
01.2016 - 10.2019
Academic English Teacher
Navitas English
09.2012 - 01.2016
Administration Assistant / PA to Head of Department
City of Ryde Council
09.2011 - 05.2012
Diploma of Teaching Vedic Meditation - Meditation
Sattva Yoga Academy, Rishikesh
Diploma of Life Coaching -
The Life Coaching College
Certificate IV in TESOL -
Navitas English
Master of Professional Accounting -
University of Technology
Certificate III in Acting for Screen -
Actor's College of Theatre And Television
Bachelor & Master of Linguistics and Language Teaching -
Moscow State Linguistic University
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