Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Community And Volunteer Experience
References
Hobbies and Interests
Leadership And Committee Roles
Qualifications And Training
Timeline
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Titilua Taulapapa

Titilua Taulapapa

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Proactive and adaptable Project Coordinator with a Bachelor of Applied Management (Project Management) and currently completing a Master of Business Management (Strategic Management) at the University of Auckland. Skilled in cross-functional coordination, stakeholder engagement, and time management, with proven experience delivering multi-campus initiatives, research projects, and operational outcomes across education, retail, and community sectors. A collaborative problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about supporting innovation and the successful delivery of new products.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

MIT CEC Research and Marketing Projects

Manukau Institute of Technology
02.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Conduct research, marketing and projects for CEC
  • Update and review Student Leadership Handbook
  • Assist Student Life Team in orientations and open day for MIT
  • Awareness programme fro CEC Promotion around Otara Community and have lead our team

Student Life Guide/Marketing Research Project

Manukau Institute of Technology
01.2024 - Current
  • Supported large-scale student engagement and orientation initiatives.
  • Guided new students through onboarding platforms (Canvas, SL Portal).
  • Represented MIT at public-facing events and acted on leadership instructions in real-time.
  • Currently working on CEC Marketing Research Project
  • Marketing planning for MIT CEC/Stocktaking and any given task by manager
  • Guided students through course selections and academic pathways at Manukau Institute of Technology.

Assistant Manager - Electronics Sales

Samoa Stationery & Books Ltd
12.2015 - 01.2019
  • Managed whiteware sales team and operations across multiple locations.
  • Liaised directly with executive leadership on strategic reporting and planning.
  • Delivered presentations to external stakeholders, including the Tokelau Annual Conference 2018 (held at Fakaofo Atoll).
  • Oversaw supplier communication, and managed overseas procurement.
  • Produced internal communications and promotional material proofreading.
  • Proofread our department advertisement before airing.

Conservation Officer

Samoa Life Assurance Corporation
04.2009 - 12.2015
  • Managed client communications regarding insurance policies and claims.
  • Supported clients through difficult claims processes and coordinated approvals.
  • Maintained client records, and produced high-quality administrative correspondence.
  • Follow-up calls to ensure clients are up to date with their life policies.
  • Update clients' arrears policies and follow up.

Education

MBA -

University of Auckland - Current

Bachelor of Applied Management - Project Management

Manukau Institute of Technology

New Zealand Certificate in Business - Administration & Technology - Level 4

Manukau Institute of Technology

Certificate in Arts - Geography & General Sociology

National University of Samoa

Bachelor of Commerce - Management & Commercial Law

National University of Samoa

Skills

  • Effective leadership
  • Cross-functional team support
  • Effective written communication
  • Strong spoken communication abilities
  • Strategic project planning
  • Timely project implementation
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Engaging presentation skills
  • Data-driven reporting
  • Empathy in communication
  • Effective relationship management
  • Experienced with various communication platforms
  • Commitment to professional development
  • Attention to detail
  • Attention to Detail

Interests

  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects

Community And Volunteer Experience

  • Church Member - AOG Church, Papatoetoe
  • School Volunteer - Parent and community contributor
  • Passionate baker - Produce specialty cakes to support family & community events

References

  • Liz Keneti, Head of Student Experience & Success, +64 9 968 8642, liz.keneti@manukau.ac.nz
  • Phil Bennett, Student Life Manager. MIT Student Support, +64 22 568 0053, philip.bennett@manukau.ac.nz

Hobbies and Interests

  • Public speaking and enjoying Team work
  • Baking and small business ventures
  • Spending time with my loved ones

Leadership And Committee Roles

  • Vice-President, MIT Student Council (2024)
  • MIT Delegate to APSTE Fono, Otago University (2024)
  • Student Representative - MIT Executive Academic & Advisory Committees
  • Chair, MIT Student Council Meetings & Event Lead
  • Representative in NZQA Monitoring Visit Panel for Undergraduate Programmes
  • Leadership Summit Attendee - MIT Business School

Qualifications And Training

  • Bachelor of Applied Management (Project Management), Manukau Institute of Technology
  • New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration & Technology - Level 4), Manukau Institute of Technology
  • Certificate in Arts (Geography & General Sociology), National University of Samoa
  • Partial completion of Bachelor of Commerce (Management & Commercial Law), National University of Samoa

Timeline

MIT CEC Research and Marketing Projects

Manukau Institute of Technology
02.2024 - Current

Student Life Guide/Marketing Research Project

Manukau Institute of Technology
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager - Electronics Sales

Samoa Stationery & Books Ltd
12.2015 - 01.2019

Conservation Officer

Samoa Life Assurance Corporation
04.2009 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Applied Management - Project Management

Manukau Institute of Technology

New Zealand Certificate in Business - Administration & Technology - Level 4

Manukau Institute of Technology

Certificate in Arts - Geography & General Sociology

National University of Samoa

Bachelor of Commerce - Management & Commercial Law

National University of Samoa

MBA -

University of Auckland - Current
Titilua Taulapapa