Jenny Carter
Auckland,AUK
You will recognize your own path when you come upon it because you will suddenly have all the energy and imagination you will ever need.
Sara Teasdale
Summary
Embrace the journey with a passionate and visionary community developer, dedicated to crafting inclusive spaces for growth and evolution. Thriving on innovation, I specialise in creating solutions that foster resilience within communities, adapting to shifting economies, environments, and climates. With 25 years of expertise in community development for NGOs, I cultivate robust relationships to optimise project outcomes, tackle complex challenges, and deliver innovative improvement strategies."
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Administration Team Leader
Shine (Presbyterian Support Services)
11.2023 - Current
- Managed administration team, and provided cover for Shine Advocates and Programme teams.
- Supported senior leadership with timely reporting on key metrics related to departmental performance.
Administration Manager
Localised NZ (Zero Waste Network)
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed administrative operations for start-up business focused on Inorganic Collections and Community Recycling Centre requirements.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 15 employees.
Centre Manager
Pakuranga Counselling Centre
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Oversaw operations of longstanding counselling service, fulfilling contractual obligations and securing organisation's long term viability
- Managed team consisting of 1 full time employee and 8 contractor counsellors.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
CoFounder and Executive Director
Beachlands Community Trust
03.2012 - 12.2019
- Founded new charity organisation, fostering community collaboration and resource pooling.
- Managed team of 1 full-time staff member, 5 part-time employees, and over 100 volunteers.
- Evaluated market trends for strategic decision-making.
- Grew customer base through targeted outreach and networking events.
- Developed operational initiatives for sustained business growth.
- Aligned organisational objectives with mission for integrated work strategies.
Founding Trustee And Strategic Manager
Lifeboyz Trust (Lifekidz Trust)
01.2001 - 10.2007
- Founded charity for disability sector.
- Oversaw legal, financial, and operational objectives for sustainable, transparent service.
- Managed team: 2 full-time employees, 30 part-time workers, and 10 volunteers.
- Maintained professional, organized, safe environment.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Developed strong company culture focused on engagement, collaboration, and learning.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaborations for key projects, fostering strong relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Human Services
01.2001
Skills
- Community Development
- Relationship Management
- Collaboration and Facilitation
- Microsoft 365 and Google Suite
- Access Database and other CRMs
- Operations Management
- Partnership Development
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Cross-cultural communication
- Marketing Communications
- Fundraising strategies
Websites
Accomplishments
- Founded charity that delivered community events and services to 10,000 people in a year.
- Established charity and secured substantial resources and services for children with special needs.
- Successfully managed team to deliver support services to advocacy and programme team in the domestic violence, social services sector.
- Collaborated with team of 1 -100 people in the development of community events and resources.
Organisational Skills
- Creative thinker with a knack for generating innovative ideas
- Persuasive communicator, inspiring active participation in community projects.
- Effective coaching and training abilities
- Strong organisational skills
- Expertise in time management and prioritisation
- Experience in community development and fostering growth
- Skilled in managing change
- Maintains composure under pressure
Community
- Thread Exchange Social Enterprise championing reuse textiles opportunities
- Community Organisation Grant Scheme (COGS) Chair, Manukau Local Distribution Committee
- Tardigrade World Trustee
- East Health Trust Committee Committee Member
- Auckland Model Train Club Member
References
Available on request
Hobbies and Interests
I am passionate about sustainable living practices. I cherish relaxing moments with my family and close friends, finding joy in life's simple pleasures. As avid explorers, we delight in discovering and hiking in the scenic landscapes of Auckland and beyond. During quieter moments, I indulge in arts and crafts activities with fellow crafting enthusiasts who share my passion.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Administration Team Leader - Shine (Presbyterian Support Services)
11.2023 - Current
Administration Manager - Localised NZ (Zero Waste Network)
07.2022 - 09.2023
Centre Manager - Pakuranga Counselling Centre
01.2020 - 07.2022
CoFounder and Executive Director - Beachlands Community Trust
03.2012 - 12.2019
Founding Trustee And Strategic Manager - Lifeboyz Trust (Lifekidz Trust)
01.2001 - 10.2007
Auckland College of Education (now University of Auckland) - Bachelor of Social Sciences, Human Services
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