Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Tracy Kavanagh

Seacliff Park,SA

Summary

Experienced and motivated professional with extensive experience in administration management, governance, and volunteer leadership. I have successfully led and supported multiple offices and teams of administration staff across multiple states and overseas. Strengths include proven problem solving ability, adaptability, and proficiency in streamlining processes to enhance productivity. Skilled at building strong relationships, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring safe, supportive environments for all stakeholders. I have a strong work ethic and I am committed to continuous learning and contributing meaningfully to organisations that make a difference.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Administration Manager

Harvey Norman Corporate Office
, Ireland
01.2008 - Current

· Lead administrative and operational processes across a large regional network, ensuring compliance with policies, WHS requirements, and HR standards.

· Draft, review, and implement policies and procedures to drive efficiency and consistency across stores.

· Provide leadership, coaching, and support to administration staff and store proprietors, fostering strong working relationships.

· Manage large-scale projects including store openings, closures, and relocations.

· Conduct audits and internal reviews to monitor compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

· Oversee staffing levels, stock take processes, and financial reconciliations, supporting operational performance and minimizing unknown financial variances

· Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and risk issues promptly and effectively.

Administration Manager

Harvey Norman Commercial Division
Mile End
01.2006 - 01.2008

· Led and supported a team of administrative staff, including workload allocation, training, and performance management.

· Supervised daily administrative operations, ensuring smooth office functioning and workflow efficiency.

· Completed financial stock take processes, reconciled discrepancies and prepared accurate stock take results for reporting.

· Prepared and maintained employee records, calculating hours and commissions, coordinated with external payroll providers and responded to employee queries regarding pay slips and leave balances

· Prepared and keyed financial data for month end and year end reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely submission of reports

· Ensured compliance with workplace health and safety regulations and policies

Administration Assistant

Harvey Norman
01.2002 - 01.2006

· Processed and issued invoices accurately and in a timely manner

· Monitored and reconciled customer accounts and followed up on outstanding debts.

· Liaised with internal teams and external customers to resolve billing queries

· Matched, verified and processed supplier invoices for payment

· Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs

· Reconciled supplier statements and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner

· Day to day administrative support including booking travel, coordinating meetings and conferences, maintaining filing systems

Education

Certificate III - Womens Advocacy

Tafe SA
07.2025

Skills

  • Administration & Operations Leadership
  • Staff Training & Team Development
  • Project Management
  • Policy Development & Compliance
  • Work Health & Safety (WHS) Governance
  • Inventory Control
  • Volunteer Management
  • Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills
  • Risk Management & Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Event Director | 08/2018 to Current

parkrun Australia - Seacliff Esplanade

· Lead   a volunteer team to deliver safe, inclusive weekly community running events,   fostering wellbeing and social connection.

· Recruit,   train, and mentor volunteers to create a welcoming and supportive   environment.

· Ensure   all events comply with parkrun's safety policies and risk management   practices.

· Manage   community engagement through social media and email communications.

· Build   strong relationships with local councils, landowners, and community partners.

Chairperson   / Secretary – Governing Council | 03/2023 - Current

Kate Cocks Community   Children's Centre

· Lead   the Governing Council of a community early childhood centre, providing   governance, strategic leadership, and compliance oversight.

· Drive   the development and review of safeguarding, WHS, and family engagement   policies in line with the National Quality Framework.

· Foster   collaborative decision-making between staff, families, and the broader   community to enhance children's wellbeing and learning.

· Chair   council meetings, set agendas, and ensure effective governance processes.

· Oversee   timely and fair resolution of complaints and grievances.

Affiliations

  • Travel
  • Volunteering at parkrun
  • Walking
  • Cooking & Baking
  • Spending time with family and friends

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Administration Manager

Harvey Norman Corporate Office
01.2008 - Current

Administration Manager

Harvey Norman Commercial Division
01.2006 - 01.2008

Administration Assistant

Harvey Norman
01.2002 - 01.2006

Certificate III - Womens Advocacy

Tafe SA
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