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Robyn Dawson

Wollongong,Australia

Summary

Passionate about connecting businesses with the community to facilitate world-leading research and innovation, while enhancing wellbeing, sustainability and socially just outcomes. Skilled in Nonprofit Organisations, Event Management, Fundraising, People Management and Leadership in professional and voluntary positions.

People Manager with background in optimizing team performance through effective leadership and innovative strategies. Displays strong communication skills, adept at fostering positive work environments, and managing employee experiences including onboarding initiatives. Significant impact made in previous roles by enhancing productivity levels, improving team morale, and streamlining processes for efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations & People Manager

Gridsight
Sydney, NSW
05.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented an employee onboarding program to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
  • Organized team-building activities, such as offsite retreats, to foster collaboration and camaraderie among employees.
  • Established processes across the operations, finance and people aspects of the business during rapid growth

Business Development Officer - Initiative (Secondm

University of Wollongong, Innovation & Commercial Research
Wollongong, NSW
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Organised trade shows/conferences showcasing current research and innovation collaborations.
  • Attended networking events to build and maintain relationships with potential clients.
  • Communicated with other corporate departments to develop effective business strategies, including marketing and promotion.

Administration (Operations) Manager

University of Wollongong, Sustainable Buildings Research Centre
Wollongong, Australia
08.2013 - 04.2022
  • Co-ordination of special projects, international conferences, community outreach and communication
  • Achievements include Excellence in Community Service Award, supporting key initiatives such as the Desert Rose House, and successfully planning the Improving Residential Energy Efficiency Conference.
  • Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.

Marketing and Communications Coordiantor (Secondm

University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW
11.2020 - 11.2021
  • Established relationships with key stakeholders; tenants, research centers, key uni departments, supplies and partners.
  • Implemented strategies aimed at increasing customer engagement and rebuilding a sense of community on campus via multiple channels.

Event Team Manager (Voluntary)

Desert Rose House, Team UOW
12.2015 - 01.2019
  • Managed all events across the three-year project from official welcome to official opening through to the competition in Dubai

Achievements include:

  • Traveling with the team to Dubai to construct a sustainable house in the desert
  • Managing large-scale events with numerous stakeholders, including high-profile guests.

Administration Officer (Marketing and Events)

University of Wollongong, Faculty of Commerce
Wollongong, Australia
11.2012 - 08.2013
  • Coordination of all contractors and forms of communication for numerous events with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Assistant Events & Venues Manager

Wollongong UniCentre Events & Venues
Wollongong, Australia
03.2012 - 11.2012
  • Coordination of all events to meet budgetary constraints, timeframes and deadlines, including creating and implementing event plans.

Education

Leadership Illawarra Program

Regional Development Australia, Illawarra
Wollongong
12-2022

Project & Change Management Essentials

Association For Tertiary Education Management
Online
12-2020

Bachelor of Commerce (Event Management) -

University of Wollongong
12.2017

Diploma of Event Management -

Wollongong TAFE
12.2012

Certificate IV Business & Frontline Management -

West Wollongong TAFE
12.2009

Skills

  • Employee Relations
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Event & Project Management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • General operational management
  • Continuous Improvement

Volunteer Experience

  • Marshal, Australia Day Aquathon, WCC, 2020
  • Event Manager, Junior Chamber International, Illawarra Branch, 2019 - 2020
  • Stage Manager, Stars of Wollongong, Cancer Council, 2019
  • Event Team Manager, Team UOW, Desert Rose House, 2015-2019
  • Committee Member, Relay for Life, Cancer Council, 2010
  • Companion, hospital family dinners and two convoys, Camp Quality Illawarra, 2005-2009

Timeline

Operations & People Manager

Gridsight
05.2022 - Current

Business Development Officer - Initiative (Secondm

University of Wollongong, Innovation & Commercial Research
03.2022 - 09.2022

Marketing and Communications Coordiantor (Secondm

University of Wollongong
11.2020 - 11.2021

Event Team Manager (Voluntary)

Desert Rose House, Team UOW
12.2015 - 01.2019

Administration (Operations) Manager

University of Wollongong, Sustainable Buildings Research Centre
08.2013 - 04.2022

Administration Officer (Marketing and Events)

University of Wollongong, Faculty of Commerce
11.2012 - 08.2013

Assistant Events & Venues Manager

Wollongong UniCentre Events & Venues
03.2012 - 11.2012

Leadership Illawarra Program

Regional Development Australia, Illawarra

Project & Change Management Essentials

Association For Tertiary Education Management

Bachelor of Commerce (Event Management) -

University of Wollongong

Diploma of Event Management -

Wollongong TAFE

Certificate IV Business & Frontline Management -

West Wollongong TAFE
Robyn Dawson