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Work History
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John Latham

Palmerston North,MWT

Summary

Innovative administrator with a strong focus on directing and improving administrative procedures to ensure exceptional client experience. Extensive experience in the tertiary sector, possessing the skills and expertise necessary to excel in this role. Track record demonstrates proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and employees, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Collection Specialist

Stats NZ
03.2023 - Current
  • This role involves connecting with people in the community
  • To schedule suitable times to conduct interviews, either in person or by phone, and recording their responses across various survey areas.

HR Manager

KSG Corp Cleaning specialists
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • I recruited staff nationwide using various strategies achieving results within budget
  • In this role, I utilised my qualitative interview skills, time management skills and ability to communicate with people at different levels and ethnicities
  • Scheduling and quoting for window cleaning service for the company.

Director of Administration and Customer Services

Industry Training Solutions
11.2018 - 01.2021
  • Initially I was engaged to develop and manage the new correspondence option for this PTE
  • Using feedback from for schools and corporate customers I refined the process to meet business and client expectations
  • My administration skills and customer service abilities resulted in me taking a more senior role responsible for student and administration services.

Foundation tutor

Open Polytechnic
10.2014 - 02.2016
  • Using time management and administration skills, I worked independently to deliver adult NCEA numeracy and literacy units in two Auckland prisons
  • In a stressful environment, I worked alongside students to enable their successful completion.

Program Advisor

CQ University Australia
07.2009 - 08.2013
  • In this role I interpreted University and program requirements for students to assist them in meeting and completing their degree
  • As part of a larger team and in a collegial environment, I liaised with staff and students and made contribution to the development and enhancement of programs
  • An eye for detail ensured accurate maintenance of student records.

English teacher

Eastern Language Academy
08.2006 - 09.2007
  • In a classroom setting I presented students, primary age through to adult, English lessons
  • I built relationships with both staff and students through understanding their culture to deliver appropriate lessons.

Education

National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education Level 5 -

Training For You
Whanganui, MWT
01.2015

MA (Religious Studies) -

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, WGN
01.2001

BA Honours (Sociology) -

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, WGN
01.1999

BA (Sociology and Religious Studies) -

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, WGN
01.1998

Skills

  • Student administration
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Database systems
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer service
  • Customer engagement
  • Interpersonal sensitivity

Projects

Qualitative survey for School of Sociology, Social Policy and Social Work of students with non-completion of assignments. Quantitative analysis of Massey University records of first year students for College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Qualitative evaluation of strength-based practice at Child, Youth and Family Tauranga site for National Office.

References

  • Lisanne Baukema, Business Development, Industry Training Solutions, 0212726995, lisanne@its.ac.nz
  • Marie Brooks, Senior Data Collection Specialist, Stats NZ, 0272611402
  • Mathila Maree, Former Tutor, Industry Training Solutions, 0212172041

Timeline

Data Collection Specialist

Stats NZ
03.2023 - Current

HR Manager

KSG Corp Cleaning specialists
08.2021 - 05.2022

Director of Administration and Customer Services

Industry Training Solutions
11.2018 - 01.2021

Foundation tutor

Open Polytechnic
10.2014 - 02.2016

Program Advisor

CQ University Australia
07.2009 - 08.2013

English teacher

Eastern Language Academy
08.2006 - 09.2007

National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education Level 5 -

Training For You

MA (Religious Studies) -

Victoria University of Wellington

BA Honours (Sociology) -

Victoria University of Wellington

BA (Sociology and Religious Studies) -

Victoria University of Wellington
John Latham