Rachel Pynor
Hallett Cove,Australia
Summary
Motivated professional dedicated to excellence, skilled in collaboration and continuous learning, with exceptional communication abilities. Experienced in cross-cultural environments, passionate about fostering partnerships that emphasize empowerment, sustainability, and inclusivity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Scholarship Coordinator (NCP Program)
The Palladium Group
Adelaide
02.2026 - Current
- Facilitating regular communication through monthly email exchanges to monitor program compliance and welfare
- Ensuring timely responses to scholar inquiries, maintaining professional communication standards
- Conducting compliance checks to verify adherence to scholarship agreements and program guidelines
- Administering travel leave approvals and program variations in accordance with policy and contract requirements
- Monitoring compliance with risk management and visa requirements for pre-departure and arrival
- Escalating compliance breaches and safety incidents, collaborating with welfare and emergency assistance providers
- Maintaining communication with Universities, Language Providers and Internship Organisations regarding administrative requirements
- Collaborating with finance teams to ensure prompt payment of grants and benefits to scholars
Finance and Operations Coordinator
Vanuatu Skills Partnership - The Palladium Group
01.2025 - Current
- Leading monthly financial reporting and DFAT reimbursable invoicing, coordinating spot-checking and ensuring accurate, compliant documentation
- Strengthening financial systems by updating templates, improving internal controls and training Finance Officers across provincial and national teams
- Supporting the transition to online payments, coordinating system setup, staff training and revised payment workflows
- Improving transparency and efficiency of finance filing and information-sharing systems, streamlining workflows across the Partnership
- Contributing to successful internal and external audits by preparing documentation and supporting the implementation of recommendations
- Monitoring and acquitting Government co-contribution funds, and preparing financial reports to meet national and partner accountability requirements
- Coordinating monthly forecasting, reporting cycles, and funds transfers to support program delivery and budget accuracy
- Developing and maintaining a preferred supplier list to promote value for money and strengthen procurement compliance
- Leading the refresh of the Partnership website and supporting development of internal and external communication products through editing and content coordination
- Providing ongoing coaching and support across finance and operations teams to build capability and embed improved processes
Senior Support Officer
The Palladium Group
Adelaide, SA
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Led monthly financial reporting and DFAT reimbursable invoicing, ensuring compliance and accurate documentation.
- Strengthened financial systems by updating templates, enhancing internal controls, and training Finance Officers at provincial and national levels.
- Supported the transition to online payments, coordinated system setup and staff training.
- Improved transparency and efficiency in finance filing and information-sharing systems, streamlining workflows across the Partnership.
- Contributed to successful internal and external audits by preparing documentation and implementing recommendations
- Monitored government co-contribution funds, and prepared financial reports to meet accountability requirements.
- Coordinated monthly forecasting and reporting cycles, supported program delivery, and budget accuracy.
- Developed and maintained a preferred supplier list to promote value for money, and strengthen procurement compliance.
- Led the refresh of the Partnership website and supported the development of internal and external communication products.
- Provided ongoing coaching and support across finance and operations teams to enhance capability and embed improved processes.
Support Officer
Vanuatu Skills Partnership - The Palladium Group
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided high-quality administrative HR, logistics, and operational support for program implementation.
- Drafted contracts and Terms of Reference; supports recruitment and manages personnel records.
- Maintained procurement and asset records in compliance with DFAT requirements.
- Prepared monthly expenditure updates and offers financial information for planning and reporting.
- Monitored co-contribution fund allocation for transparency and accountability.
- Conducted financial quality checks and supports enhancements to administrative and finance systems.
- Offered daily assistance to Finance Officers and program leadership for operational inquiries.
- Coordinated travel and logistics for staff and advisers.
- Edited and formatted internal and external reports, including semi-annual and annual reports.
- Led the design of Partnership infographics.
Store Manager
Cotton On Kids - Cotton On Company
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Empowered and encouraged team to achieve store standards and goals.
- Trained and developed team, assisting team members with goal setting and growth plans.
- Oversaw all store operations.
- Managed rosters, budgets and calculating KPIs.
- Monitored store progress and implemented strategies to ensure that goals were met.
- Collaborated with other managers to ensure best practice in store and with team members.
- Placed store orders and oversaw store inventory management.
Project Officer
Bright Futures Child Aid and Development Fund
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Developed promotional material.
- Attended monthly board meetings and promotion events.
- Liaised with CEO to develop and present beneficiary survey to be used as a monitoring and evaluation tool.
- Conducted a site visit and consultation with local staff and beneficiaries in Bangalore/India to conduct research for Bright Futures report.
- Collaborated with local staff to develop project proposals.
- Updated policies in accordance with DFAT regulations.
Tutor and Project Team Member (Volunteer)
Cooperative Outreach of India
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Adapted to dynamic, cross-cultural environments with flexibility and resilience.
- Collaborated with teams to achieve goals and raise awareness of poverty in Delhi.
- Contributed to growth initiatives within a tutoring centre through idea development and implementation.
- Promoted organizational events and liaised with the public to drive engagement.
- Designed and developed campaign and promotional materials to support outreach efforts.
Education
MASTER'S - INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC01-2020
Certificate III in Discipleship -
University of The Nations
Honolulu03-2016
Bachelor of Arts - ABORIGINAL STUDIES
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA01-2015
CERTIFICATE 3 & 4 - CHRISTIAN LIFE AND MINISTRY
Tabor Adelaide
Adelaide, SA12-2010
YEAR 12 SACE -
Investigator College
Goolwa01-2009
Skills
- Cross-cultural collaboration
- Internal controls and systems strengthening
- System development and implementation
- Compliance monitoring
- Financial management and reporting
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team collaboration
- Process improvement
- Team Training
- Employee development
Community engagement
Cooperative Outreach of India - Tutor and Project Team
Working in a dynamic and cross-cultural work environment, I have demonstrated flexibility in adapting to unpredictable schedules, collaborating with team members, to focus on addressing poverty awareness in Delhi and enhancing growth within the tutoring center, developing and implementing promotional campaigns to engage the public and raise awareness about our organization's events.
AIME - Indigenous Australian Mentoring Experience
Mentoring Indigenous students at Paralowie High School, providing academic support, goal-setting guidance, and fostering positive relationships through activities and curricular engagement
Encounter Youth - Schoolies Festival
Assistant Team Leader: Managing volunteers, ensuring safe practices, overseeing operations during shifts, supporting student safety, promoting positive interactions, and coordinating with emergency services at Schoolies Festival.
Co-leader APY Lands holiday program
Working with a team to plan and implement an engaging and creative holiday program for children in the Indulkana Anangu community, with a consistent focus on building connections and trust with community members and staff
Timeline
Scholarship Coordinator (NCP Program)
The Palladium Group
02.2026 - Current
Finance and Operations Coordinator
Vanuatu Skills Partnership - The Palladium Group
01.2025 - Current
Senior Support Officer
The Palladium Group
07.2024 - 06.2025
Support Officer
Vanuatu Skills Partnership - The Palladium Group
03.2022 - 06.2024
Store Manager
Cotton On Kids - Cotton On Company
08.2020 - 03.2022
Project Officer
Bright Futures Child Aid and Development Fund
05.2018 - 12.2021
Tutor and Project Team Member (Volunteer)
Cooperative Outreach of India
01.2017 - 12.2017
MASTER'S - INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
RMIT University
Certificate III in Discipleship -
University of The Nations
Bachelor of Arts - ABORIGINAL STUDIES
University of South Australia
CERTIFICATE 3 & 4 - CHRISTIAN LIFE AND MINISTRY
Tabor Adelaide
YEAR 12 SACE -
Investigator College