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Dianne McGirr

Hamilton,Waikato

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Highly efficient planning, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience delivering customer service and administrative excellence, including clerical support and public interaction. Attention to detail and strong decision-making skills. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Organized, friendly with 17 years of experience supporting clergy and parishioners. Have a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Parish Secretary

RC Bishop Of Hamilton
04.2006 - Current

Bakery Sales Manager

Self Employed
06.1998 - 04.2006


  • Increased bakery sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and product promotions.
  • Partnered with local community organizations on collaborative initiatives that raised brand awareness.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations while maintaining a clean work environment at all times.
  • Collaborated with the production team to ensure timely fulfillment of orders, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Set ambitious yet achievable targets for the sales team, motivating them to strive for excellence in their performance
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal stock availability, reducing waste, and maximizing profits.
  • Employed creative merchandising techniques that showcased products attractively, enticing customers to make purchases.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and coaching for continuous improvement.
  • Assisted customers in selecting suitable baked goods for their dietary needs and preferences, fostering loyalty among health-conscious clientele.
  • Collaborated with bakers to create custom orders for special events, resulting in repeat business and customer referrals.
  • Maintained safe food handling standards at all times.
  • Marketed bakery products to customers and provided information on ingredients.
  • Maintained retail counter, restocked items and kept establishment tidy by sweeping, taking out trash and observing and adhering to company sanitation and food safety standards.
  • Operated cash register, quickly and accurately handled cash and card transactions and packaged orders neatly and correctly.

Accounts/Legal Manager

Housing Corporation
08.1987 - 09.1991
  • Improved legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new document filing management systems.
  • Enhanced communication within the legal department through regular meetings, progress reports, and open dialogue, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
  • Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise, contributing to their professional growth and enhancing the overall capabilities of the team.
  • Oversight of mortgagee sales.
  • Oversight of interest rare changes.
  • Oversight and management of legal security documents and mortgages.

Education

Rotorua Girls' High School
Rotorua, NZ

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Record Keeping
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Strong Organizational
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Confidentiality

Interests

I enjoy decorating the church for the different seasons.  Hobbies: knitting, sewing, gardening and baking.

Timeline

Parish Secretary

RC Bishop Of Hamilton
04.2006 - Current

Bakery Sales Manager

Self Employed
06.1998 - 04.2006

Accounts/Legal Manager

Housing Corporation
08.1987 - 09.1991

Rotorua Girls' High School

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