Caroline J. Dafoe
Tauranga,NZ
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in project management and public relations, notably as Director at Treasured Tamariki Foundation. Proven track record in budgeting and crisis management, fostering team collaboration and client relations. Adept at developing policies and implementing strategic plans to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
TREASURED TAMARIKI FOUNDTIION LIMITED t/a Treasured Tamariki ECE and Childcare Centre
Tauranga, NZ
12.2023 - Current
- Founding Director of Treasured Tamariki Foundation Limited
- Led development and launch of foundational initiatives to support Mums4Mums Charitable Trust.
- Coordinated project management for ECE centre upgrades and opening preparations.
- Liaised with the Ministry of Education for approval and licensing.
- Create Budgets for Treasured Tamariki ECE and Childcare Centre
- Client and Staff Management
- Managed public relations to strengthen community engagement and awareness.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards for educational operations.
- Centre Management
Founder, Trustee, CEO
MUMS4MUMS CHARITABLE TRUST
Tauranga, NZ
02.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with regulations and policies to maintain organizational integrity.
- Developed and executed public relations strategies to enhance organizational visibility.
- Directed financial planning and resource allocation to support strategic initiatives.
- Team Leadership
- Crisis Management
- Strategic Planning
- AP/AR Management
Foster Parent Recruiter
OPEN HOME FOUNDATION
Tauranga, NZ
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Recruitment of Foster Parents
- Foster Parent Orientations
- Police Vetting of Foster Parents
- Engaged community stakeholders to strengthen professional relationships.
- Coordinated logistics for community outreach events, enhancing participant engagement.
- OHF Promotions
- Managed daily administrative tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
Aesthetics Consultant / Laser Technician
NOW HEALTH
Vernon, Canada
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Laser & Aesthetic Consults and Treatments
- Enhanced client communication to effectively address individual needs
- Skin care education
- Implemented targeted sales strategies to increase product awareness
- Coordinated client events and workshops to provide educational opportunities
- Administration, Client Record Keeping, Product Ordering, Assist Dr. Hatfield with Medical Laser Treatments
Employment Counsellor – TIOW
Agilec formally known as Northern Lights Canada
Ajax, Canada
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Assisted clients 50+ with re-integration into the workforce, enhancing their job readiness and confidence
- Facilitated on-the-job training and orientation sessions to equip clients with essential skills for successful employment
- Conducted comprehensive career assessments to evaluate client skills and interests.
- Assist with Job Placements
- Transition Counselling
- Liaised with other services to coordinate support for clients, ensuring comprehensive access to resources
- Organizing Training Needs
- Performed data entry tasks to maintain accurate client records.
HR Manager
EPOCH HR & MORE INC.
Markham, Canada
09.2009 - 12.2012
- Candidate screening, recruitment, orientation and job offer negotiations.
- Reference & Background Checks
- Development of Policies and Procedures
- Facilitated succession planning initiatives to ensure leadership continuity and strengthen organizational resilience.
- Managed public relations efforts, increasing brand visibility through targeted outreach and strategic communication.
- Assisted in launching staffing agency focused on 45+ workforce by engaging with community and attending networking functions to build brand and develop client relations.
- Workshops, Conferences, Events
- Contributing Writer for magazine and community newsletters
Counsellor Practitioner
CHANGING TIDES COUNSELLING SERVICES
Kelowna, Canada
02.2004 - 10.2006
- Launch of new counseling practice for one-on-one counseling for women and small group counseling services for both men and women. Area of focus is on Loss and Grief Counseling and Divorce Recovery.
- Delivered general and faith-based counseling services to individuals, fostering emotional healing and personal growth.
- Conducted individual and small group counseling sessions to address client needs.
- Managed case load to ensure effective tracking and support of client progress, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Created counseling programs tailored to meet diverse client needs, promoting inclusivity and engagement.
- Developed policies, procedures, and forms to standardize counseling practices.
- Performed administrative tasks to support counseling operations and client management.
Recruiting & HR Administrator
SCHLUMBERGER OILFIELD SERVICES
Calgary, Canada
01.2000 - 05.2001
- Planned and executed recruitment events at universities, successfully attracting engineering graduates to the company.
- Collaborated with team to recruit engineers from colleges and universities across Canada, leading orientation and placement of new hires and facilitating company orientation and benefits implementation.
- Coordinated and conducted interviews for engineering roles, assessing candidates to identify top talent.
- Reviewed and evaluated resumes to identify qualified candidates for interviews.
- Conducted thorough reference checks to verify candidates' employment history.
- Employee Benefits Orientation and Set-up
- Organized training sessions for employees to enhance skills and knowledge.
Education
Diploma - Celebrant Studies
The Celebrant School
Auckland, NZ11-2022
Bachelors - Nursing ( Completed 2 of 3 Year Degree)
Wintec
Hamilton, NZ04-2021
Certificate - Health Level 4
Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ11-2017
Diploma - Advanced Medical Aesthetics & Laser Technology
All Body Laser
Port Coquitlam, BC06-2015
Certificate - Professional Counselling
Counsellor Training Institute
Kelowna, British Columbia09-2003
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Skills
- HR Operations
- Management
- Client relations management
- Project Development
- Budgeting
- Development of Policies & Procedures
- Performance Evaluations
- Coaching
- Staff Training
- Client Job Counseling
- Action plan development
- Conducts Workshops
- Seminars
- Public Speaking
- Content Writer
- Employee Mediation
Volunteer Experience
- Trustee, CRAFT MANAGEMENT CHARITABLE TRUST, 10/01/20, 04/02/2026
- Volunteer Counselor, GRIEF SHARE & DIVORCE CARE PROGRAMS – Kelowna, BC & Pickering, ON, 01/01/03, 05/31/13
- Coach & Club Director, ARROYO VOLLEYBALL CLUB CANADA, 05/01/12, 11/30/16
- Co-Producer, POWER EXPO / POWER AWARDS – GTA, 08/01/12, 11/30/13
Citizenships
- Canadian Citizenship
- New Zealand Citizenship
Accomplishments
ASB Good as Gold July 2023
Affiliations
Volunteering, writing, podcasting, advocating, swimming, cross stitch, reading, spending time with family and friends.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
TREASURED TAMARIKI FOUNDTIION LIMITED t/a Treasured Tamariki ECE and Childcare Centre
12.2023 - Current
Founder, Trustee, CEO
MUMS4MUMS CHARITABLE TRUST
02.2021 - Current
Foster Parent Recruiter
OPEN HOME FOUNDATION
01.2021 - 01.2022
Aesthetics Consultant / Laser Technician
NOW HEALTH
04.2016 - 01.2017
Employment Counsellor – TIOW
Agilec formally known as Northern Lights Canada
05.2013 - 03.2014
HR Manager
EPOCH HR & MORE INC.
09.2009 - 12.2012
Counsellor Practitioner
CHANGING TIDES COUNSELLING SERVICES
02.2004 - 10.2006
Recruiting & HR Administrator
SCHLUMBERGER OILFIELD SERVICES
01.2000 - 05.2001
Diploma - Celebrant Studies
The Celebrant School
Bachelors - Nursing ( Completed 2 of 3 Year Degree)
Wintec
Certificate - Health Level 4
Otago Polytechnic
Diploma - Advanced Medical Aesthetics & Laser Technology
All Body Laser
Certificate - Professional Counselling
Counsellor Training Institute