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Prue Ritchie

Bourke,NSW

Summary

Experienced leader with a strong background in governance, business development, and human resources. Proven track record in managing not-for-profit organisations and driving community development initiatives. Adept at strategic planning, project management, and fostering community collaboration.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Bourke & District Children's Services
08.2019 - Current

Oversee daily operations of the organization
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
Develop and implement strategic plans
Manage and support staff, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment
Engage with stakeholders, including families, community members, and funding bodies
Collaborate with partners to identify service gaps and address these to reduce children's disadvantage
Ensure the delivery of high-quality childcare and educational services
Achievements:
Successfully expanded service offerings and increased community engagement, increasing Preschool enrolments by 250% since 2020 and adding the Connected Beginnings Project & Indigenous Employment Strategy
Improved financial stability and secured additional funding sources
Enhanced staff professional development and training programs, increased staffing threefold since 2020.

Board Member

Contact Incorporated
05.2024 - Current

Director

Bourke Steel & Hire
06.2008 - Current

President

Bourke & District Children's Services
01.2011 - 09.2017
  • Not for Profit Early Childhood Service

Staff Support Officer, Work Health & Safety Advisor, Injury Management Advisor

NSW Department of Education
01.2006 - 01.2015

Administration Manager

Clyde Agriculture Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2006

Business Finance Manager

Westpac
02.2002 - 05.2004

Treasurer

Isolated Childrens Parents Assoc

Education

Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) -

Australian Institute of Company Directors
01.2024

Bachelor of Business (Ag. Comm.) -

University of Sydney
12.2001

Skills

  • Board Governance
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Injury Management
  • Business Development
  • Program Management
  • Project Management
  • Budgeting
  • Human Resource Development
  • Community Development
  • Nonprofit experience

Timeline

Board Member

Contact Incorporated
05.2024 - Current

General Manager

Bourke & District Children's Services
08.2019 - Current

President

Bourke & District Children's Services
01.2011 - 09.2017

Director

Bourke Steel & Hire
06.2008 - Current

Staff Support Officer, Work Health & Safety Advisor, Injury Management Advisor

NSW Department of Education
01.2006 - 01.2015

Administration Manager

Clyde Agriculture Ltd
01.2004 - 01.2006

Business Finance Manager

Westpac
02.2002 - 05.2004

Treasurer

Isolated Childrens Parents Assoc

Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) -

Australian Institute of Company Directors

Bachelor of Business (Ag. Comm.) -

University of Sydney
Prue Ritchie