Moses Faleolo
Auckland,Torbay
Summary
Professional advisor with strong focus on achieving results and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and client relationship management. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments. Prepared to deliver impactful solutions and drive success in any advisory role.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer, Criminology
Victoria University of Wellington
02.2021 - Current
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
- Initiated community outreach programs, connecting students with real-world applications of classroom theories.
Senior Lecturer, Social Work
Massey University of New Zealand
01.2009 - 01.2021
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
- Supervised junior lecturers' course development and recommended refinements to enhance student learning.
- Delivered higher-level undergraduate and graduate courses via classroom, online and hybrid methodologies to satisfy course curricula and meet student needs.
- Evaluated success of teaching methods via regular collection of feedback from both peers and students.
- Established partnerships with local businesses, providing internship opportunities for students to gain practical experience.
- Improved student retention rates by identifying at-risk individuals early on and implementing targeted intervention strategies.
Lecturer, Social Work
Manukau Institute of Technology
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Coordinated with industry professionals to offer guest lectures, bridging gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Ph.D. - Social Work And Social Policy
Massey University of New Zealand
Auckland, NZ04-2015
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Massey University of New Zealand
Auckland, NZ04-2003
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Curriculum development
- Persuasion techniques
- Industry knowledge
- Student performance evaluations
- Vocational training
- Critical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cultural awareness
Languages
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
Maori
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Achieved 1 book, 5 journal, 8 book chapter publications
- Achieved 10+ conference presentations (some as an invited keynote), 8 seminars and many workshops
- Achieved organising an Ava Ceremony to welcome the General Manager Pacific Health of ADHB and WDHB Pacific Health Directorate Crown Entities and broker a Memorandum of Understanding with Massey University College of Health in 2019
- Achieved supervising 10+ post graduate research projects and examining many theses 2014 - current
- Achieved gaining national and international recognition of my work via TV, Radio, Web, and Print media 2012 - current: ONE Network News Breakfast Program, Tagata Pasifika TV Program, Australian Broadcasting Corporation, & 531 Pacific Islands Radio
- Appointed Convenor of Australia New Zealand Society of Criminology Pacific Criminology Thematic Group 2023
- Recruited as a Global Initiative Taskforce Against Organised Crime Pacific Expert 2024
- Ministerial appointment - New Zealand Social Work Registration Board 2022 - current
Affiliations
- Australia New Zealand Society of Criminology - Committee of Management Member
- Global Initiative Taskforce Against Organised Crime - Pacific Expert
- New Zealand Social Workers Registration Board - Ministerial Appointment
- Journal of Criminology (ANZSOC) Editorial Board Member
- International Journal of Crime, Justice and Social Democracy Editorial Board Member
Interests
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Swimming
- Music
- Video Gaming
- Reading
- Strategy Games
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Attending global sports competitions eg, Rugby and Rugby League World Cup Tournaments
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Timeline
Lecturer, Criminology
Victoria University of Wellington
02.2021 - Current
Senior Lecturer, Social Work
Massey University of New Zealand
01.2009 - 01.2021
Lecturer, Social Work
Manukau Institute of Technology
01.2006 - 12.2008
Ph.D. - Social Work And Social Policy
Massey University of New Zealand
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Massey University of New Zealand
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