Samantha Vincent
New Plymouth,New Zealand
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced professional skilled at minimising issues and alleviating concerns through proactive planning and scheduling.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
New Plymouth District Council
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Lead strategic projects, ensuring timely delivery and within budget.
- Cultivate stakeholder relations to secure funding for major initiatives.
- Manage procurement and contracts, optimising resources and vendor performance.
- Implement Agile and Waterfall methods, enhancing project efficiency.
- Lead engagement initiatives that align diverse stakeholders, fostering a cooperative environment while maintaining project focus.
- Reduced project delays by identifying risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with diverse teams (internally and externally) to achieve project goals, enhancing community partnerships.
- Pioneered creative solutions to complex community challenges, enhancing public engagement and project success rates.
- Conducted comprehensive community needs assessments, informing data-driven strategies for targeted improvements.
Community Partnerships Advisor
New Plymouth District Council
03.2012 - 05.2018
- Monitored program budgets and expenditures associated with ongoing projects.
- Created reports and presentations summarizing progress towards goals.
- Provided technical assistance to local government officials on issues related to economic development, housing, transportation and other topics related to community development.
- Engaged in crisis intervention procedures with Civil Defence.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Collaborated with local businesses, organizations and non-profits to identify and address community needs.
Marketing and Communications Manager
Sport Taranaki
CITY, STATE
03.2009 - 05.2011
- Fostered partnerships with local media outlets and stakeholders, amplifying Sport Taranaki's message and impact in the community.
- Formulated long-range marketing and communications strategies based on organizational goals.
- Assisted in developing budget plans for marketing initiatives.
- Generated media stories and digital messaging related to program initiatives.
Health Programmes Manager
Sport Taranaki
03.2007 - 02.2009
- Led health programs, driving community engagement, and improving public health outcomes.
- Managed diverse initiatives, fostering partnerships with local organizations.
- Orchestrated cross-functional teams to implement innovative health strategies.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings, ensuring alignment with regional health objectives.
- Analysed health trends, identifying key areas for intervention.
- Developed data-driven programmes, measuring impact and adjusting strategies for optimal results.
- Mentored staff and volunteers, building a strong, motivated team.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver health projects, ensuring stakeholder alignment.
- Coordinated with funders, including Sport NZ and community for project success.
- Enhanced project outcomes through strategic collaboration with health sector stakeholders.
Gym Manager
YMCA
, New Plymouth
11.2006 - 02.2007
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Ensured the gym met health and safety standards.
- Educated clients on proper nutrition habits that support their fitness goals.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment throughout the facility at all times.
Project Manager
Southampton City Council
09.2003 - 09.2006
- Led health programmes, driving community engagement and improving public health outcomes.
- Managed diverse initiatives, fostering partnerships with local organisations.
- Orchestrated cross-functional teams to implement innovative health and fitness strategies.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings, ensuring alignment with regional health objectives.
- Analysed health trends, identifying key areas for intervention.
- Developed data-driven programs, measuring impact, and adjusting strategies for optimal results.
- Crafted long-term strategies to address emerging health challenges in the region.
- Mentored staff and volunteers, building a strong, motivated team.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver health projects, ensuring stakeholder alignment.
- Coordinated with funders, elected members, and the community for project success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Business Studies and Sports
Solent University
07.2001
Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Project and Programme Planning
- Budget Management
- Risk Management
- Communication
- Team Leadership
- Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
- Conflict Resolution
- Procurement
- Contract Management
- Health and Safety
- Facilitation
- Consent Process
References
Available on request
Languages
English
Affiliations
- Volunteer coach and manage my children's sports teams (netball, basketball and touch rugby)
- I love to go to the gym to workout and decompress.
Certification
- International Association for Public Engagement (IAP2) - Essentials of Engagement
- International Association for Public Engagement (IAP2) - Engagement Evaluation
- New Zealand Procurement Institute - Clever Buying Procurement Training
- SOLGM - Agile Project Management
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
- Personal Training certificates (various)
- Various Coaching certificates obtained whilst at university
Timeline
Project Manager
New Plymouth District Council
06.2018 - 06.2024
Community Partnerships Advisor
New Plymouth District Council
03.2012 - 05.2018
Marketing and Communications Manager
Sport Taranaki
03.2009 - 05.2011
Health Programmes Manager
Sport Taranaki
03.2007 - 02.2009
Gym Manager
YMCA
11.2006 - 02.2007
Project Manager
Southampton City Council
09.2003 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Business Studies and Sports
Solent University
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