Kelvery Longopoa
Auckland,AUK
Summary
A highly personable, outcomes-driven well-being practitioner with over ten years of experience leading capability uplift programs across public, private, and not-for-profit sectors in Aotearoa. Areas of specialism include community leadership, 1:1 and group coaching, workshop facilitation, and presentations with a focus on initiatives contributing to social well-being for Pasifika & Māori communities.
Highly skilled professional with a proven track record in establishing and nurturing a diverse network spanning government, corporate, media, and sports sectors. Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Community leadership postgraduate study completed at The University of Auckland with a focus on social outcomes for communities of greatest need, systems thinking, and social innovation. Currently completing a master's degree from The University of Auckland with a completion date of August 2024.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Suicide Prevention Field Officer
Mates In Construction
03.2022 - Current
- Advance mental health and social services in New Zealand by promoting suicide prevention and control of mental illness for people engaged in the construction industry
- Provide leadership for people to gain better access to mental health services
- Help build a stronger more resilient workforce
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Engage and empower sites to be the lead agent in the suicide prevention journey.
- Establish Mate In Construction program by actively engaging with workers through on-site training
- Mates In Construction will work directly with Kāinga Ora priority build partners to have 3-5 sites per priority builder partner accredited within the next 24-month period
- Successfully achieved accreditation process for multiple major build partners of Kāinga Ora through the development of key stakeholder relationships to secure program buy-in and completion of multi-stage training.
- Consulted with building stakeholders to deliver well-being and suicide prevention programs to construction workers
- De-escalated problematic workers' concerns, maintaining a calm, friendly demeanor.
- Met with building stakeholders to ascertain needs and develop plans which address current and long-term mental health goals.
- Supported workers in crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants, and contractors.
- Drove continuous improvement of the project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
Employee Support Advisor
SkyCity Auckland Limited
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Provided coaching support, advocacy, and referral services to EAP counseling to any staff members in need.
- Administered SkyCity’s Employee Assistance Programme and interest-free hardship loan scheme.
- Generated development plans with employees by identifying current strengths and evaluating professional needs.
- Embedded cultural framework to help provide support for each individual participant to meet their unique set of needs and aspirations.
- Developed and maintained effective internal stakeholder relationships by conveying any concerns to managers and the human resources team, as needed, when support gaps were identified.
- Assumed the role of intermediary between the employee and employer to ensure that expectations and comprehension were met.
- Built the multi-year strategy for the revitalisation of the Pasifika employee network at SkyCity and secured the support of senior leadership.
Bail Support Officer
The Department of Corrections
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted individual needs assessment for defendants in court, then provided a written plan on identified needs if the defendant achieved bail.
- Worked with the defendant in the community to support them to comply with their conditions and remain offense free.
- Provided relevant information to be presented to the court to help reduce the need for adjournments and speed up the justice process.
- Referred offenders to appropriate community agencies to complete services in compliance with court orders.
- Supervised adult offenders to monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Recommended probation conditions to court, including drug treatment, vocational rehabilitation, and mental health programs.
Educational Facilitator
Mt Eden Correctional Facility
10.2016 - 07.2019
- Led development of public service department learning and development programs from planning through to execution. This included managing the procurement of external suppliers, the development of learning modules, and impact-driven outcomes reporting against the program.
- Facilitated the first Secure Online Learning platform at Eden Correctional Facility in 2015.
- Facilitated Intensive Literacy and Numeracy programs (ILN) to improve the offender's literacy and numeracy competency
- Generated development plans with offenders by identifying current strengths and evaluating learning needs.
- Designed and facilitated a 6-week vocational program for remanded male prisoners giving them an opportunity to sit their Learners License, complete a First Aid Certificate and a Site Safe Certificate
- Co-facilitated career pathways, job applications, and critical thinking workshops for youth male offenders at Mt. Eden Correctional Facility.
- Facilitated and moderated hands-on classroom activities and discussions.
Learning Facilitator
BEST Pacific Institute of Education
06.2013 - 10.2016
- Delivered interactive group instruction to administer lessons and assignments, successfully engaging students of all learning abilities.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Applied life experience to the learning environment to draw knowledge and experience from adult learners.
- Provided “how-to” content and applications for adult learners who were unable to attend classroom sessions.
- Prepared assignment tasks, communicate the purpose of marking assignments, and establish grading criteria.
- Maintained focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Utilized curriculum with a life-based approach.
- Collaborated with other learning specialists to provide additional learning workshops to help support learners complete their qualifications.
- Co-facilitated and initiated social events to generate a sense of community for learners.
Programme Coach
BEST Pacific Institute of Education
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Minimised barriers by providing support to learners and their whānau.
- Achieved learner outcomes by identifying and understanding their learning needs and providing support by developing appropriate resourced plans.
- Promoted inclusive values and practices.
- Being responsive to the identities, languages, and cultures of learners.
- Provided an early intervention approach with the learner and their whānau.
- Assisted in the onboarding of new learners into their course programs.
Camera Operator | Contractor
Maori TV, TVNZ & Media Works
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Collaboration with projects team to secure contracts
- Worked on several projects both in the studio and on the field
- Maintained equipment in good condition and ready for immediate use.
Assistant Language Teacher
Japanese Exchange Teaching Programe
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assisted Language Teacher for over six local elementary schools, and one Intermediate school.
- Planned curriculum and taught over 20 weekly sessions.
- Developed language extracurricular programs to promote learning outside of the classroom.
- Planned interactive theme days for students to highlight the culture of English-speaking countries.
Education
Masters Degree - Masters of Community Leadership
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ08.2024
Postgraduate Certificate - Social Innovation and Design
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ02.2023
National Certificate in Adult Education -
QED Associates Ltd
01.2016
Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts -
Unitec Institute of Technology
01.2014
Skills
- Risk Mitigation
- Professional Relationships
- Meeting Facilitation
- Conflict Mediation
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Flexible Schedule
- Team Management
- Training & Development
- Organizational Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Data Management
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Suicide Prevention Field Officer
Mates In Construction
03.2022 - Current
Employee Support Advisor
SkyCity Auckland Limited
01.2020 - 03.2022
Bail Support Officer
The Department of Corrections
07.2019 - 12.2019
Educational Facilitator
Mt Eden Correctional Facility
10.2016 - 07.2019
Learning Facilitator
BEST Pacific Institute of Education
06.2013 - 10.2016
Programme Coach
BEST Pacific Institute of Education
06.2012 - 06.2013
Camera Operator | Contractor
Maori TV, TVNZ & Media Works
01.2012 - 06.2012
Assistant Language Teacher
Japanese Exchange Teaching Programe
01.2010 - 01.2012
Masters Degree - Masters of Community Leadership
University of Auckland
Postgraduate Certificate - Social Innovation and Design
University of Auckland
National Certificate in Adult Education -
QED Associates Ltd
Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts -
Unitec Institute of Technology
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