Kiran Morar
Wellington
Summary
Communicative individual with strong understanding of dynamics of residence hall life to handle challenging situations with empathy and efficiency. Experienced in guiding and helping residents meet academic and personal goals. Knack for building relationships and helping students navigate challenges of college life. Experience in managing large teams, budgets and support service outreach within and Accommodation context. Proficient in housing platforms such as Starrez.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Life Coordinator
Massey University
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Enforced policies and safety standards aligned with Massey's Community Living Agreement and the latest Pastoral Care Code.
- Coordinated social and skill based activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance from 9-5.
- Responded to crisis incidents around mental heath, medical emergency and building maintenance as On-site On-call staff.
- Managed RA and RLO team of 23 Part-time staff.
- Reassessed and digitized processes, logins, manuals and rosters.
Resident Artist
Burnett Foundation
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Drew illustrations and concepts for visualization, presentation and development purposes.
- Produced Large scale works to be unveiled at Wellington Pride 2024.
Residential Life Officer
Massey University
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Logged and filed incident reports, detailing significant occurrences during assigned shifts.
- Assisted in opening and closing of residence halls at beginning and end of each semester, as well as during vacation periods.
- Managed House of residents (35) in 2020 amidst COVID-19.
- Managed Team of RAs (5) and a Halls of residence(250) from 2021-2022.
- Developed Massey Halls Rainbow initiatives and network.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts (Hon)
Massey University
Wellington, NZ12.2022
Skills
- Case Planning
- Discipline Administration
- Team Supervision
- Activities Oversight
- Staff Training
- Crisis Counseling
Certification
- Class 1 New Zealand Full Drivers Licence
- Comprehensive First Aid Certificate
- Fire Safety Certificate
Languages
NZSL
Professional Working
Timeline
Residential Life Coordinator
Massey University
01.2023 - Current
Resident Artist
Burnett Foundation
10.2022 - 07.2023
Residential Life Officer
Massey University
01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts (Hon)
Massey University
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