Georgina Homer
Paraparaumu,WGN
Summary
I am a motivated Animal Science student with a specialisation in animal welfare and a strong customer service background. Over the years, I've developed key skills in customer relations, staff management, and adaptability to evolving systems. My internship at La Cañada in Mexico involved strategic community engagement, biodiversity credit initiatives, and funding development, enabling me to apply academic knowledge in real-world conservation efforts. I am keen to start working in an environment that aligns with my career aspirations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Rymans
Paraparaumu, Wellington
06.2024 - Current
- Upholding the mana of the residents at Charles Flemming, whose spaces I clean, by being respectful, supporting any requests they may have and ensuring that their well-being is a priority to me.
- Informing management of any building issues or concerns.
- Covering for other staff when requested.
- Ensuring the rooms, bathrooms and living areas are cleaned to a high standard.
Casual Animal and House Sitter
Various Employers
Kapiti Coast, WGN
01.2017 - Current
- Feed, walk and care for dogs and other animals during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Develop strong personal relationships and trust with dogs through vocal affirmations, petting and preapproved treats.
- Follow schedules for animals as set by owners or supervisors.
- Arrange for rubbish and recycling to be taken out on designated days.
- Adapt quickly to different home environments and routines, ensuring a seamless experience for homeowners.
- Maintain confidentiality of homeowners' information and security codes.
Online Assistant
Countdown Paraparaumu
Kapiti Coast, WGN
05.2019 - 06.2024
- I worked at Countdown Paraparaumu from May 2019 until June 2024 while at school and then when starting university.
- Over the years there, I developed a range of skills and knowledge, making me a better worker. This included things such as:
- Customer relationships- I have dealt with many customer complaints and enquiries.
- Developing my people skills and building strong relationships with regular customers.
- Managing staff- I had the opportunity to develop my management skills and have trained fellow staff members. This taught me how to become a good leader whom people came to for help.
- Flexible mindset- Due to the nature of my job, the software and systems changed often. Ensuring I learnt the skills required to perform the tasks was an important aspect of this role.
- Working with a diverse group of individuals. I started this role when I was 15 and had to Iearn how to work a variety of diverse people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Internship Student
La Canada
Mexico City, Mexico
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Won the Prime Minister's Scholarship for Science and Sustainability.
- Went to Mexico for seven weeks to work at La Canada and collaborate with Ibero (Mexican University)
- Researched and helped develop a strategic plan to engage the community and helped create an updated funding system.
- Did various research and tasks to help develop the national park and increase income.
- Created a foundation for biodiversity credits in La Canada.
Basketball Coach
Paraparaumu College
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Acted as positive role model for the students that I coached
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and the court
- Learned to lead and manage players- which allowed me to develop a greater confidence in myself and my abilities
- Coaching lead to strong relationships being created with the players that I was looking after
- Coaching meant that I had to organise the van trips, team members, training schedules and various things like that
Education
Bachelor of Animal Science - Animal Welfare
Massey University
06-2025
Certificate in Wildlife Habitat Management And Con
The Career Academy
07-2024
High School Diploma - NCEA levels 1 -3
Paraparaumu College
Kapiti Coast, WGN12.2021
Skills
- Ease with computers and technology
- Focused and detail-oriented
- Complex Problem-solving
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Multitasking and organisation
- Customer service
- Time management
- Leadership
- Communication
- Hardworking
- Loyal
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Housekeeper
Rymans
06.2024 - Current
Internship Student
La Canada
01.2023 - 02.2023
Basketball Coach
Paraparaumu College
07.2019 - 10.2021
Online Assistant
Countdown Paraparaumu
05.2019 - 06.2024
Casual Animal and House Sitter
Various Employers
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Animal Science - Animal Welfare
Massey University
Certificate in Wildlife Habitat Management And Con
The Career Academy
High School Diploma - NCEA levels 1 -3
Paraparaumu College
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