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Valerie Williams

Manurewa,AUK

Summary

Highly motivated and results driven individual with a deep commitment to fostering positive change within the community. I have the ability to connect and work harmoniously with diverse groups to achieve a common goal.

Skilled in critical thinking and communications, with the propensity to steer proactive solutions, ensuring successful outcomes. Expertise in governance, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. Strong skills in team building, conflict resolution, and financial oversight.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Grievance Panel - Chair

Oranga Tamariki - Ministry For Children
06.2017 - Current
  • Lead a diverse team to resolve complex grievances efficiently.
  • Ensure best practices, improving panel effectiveness and outcomes.
  • Analyze trends in grievances, driving proactive solutions and strategies.

Tikanga Māori Motivational Programme - Coordinator

Puukaki Ki Te Aakitai
05.2005 - 09.2024
  • Design and deliver culturally relevant Māori tikanga programmes to enhance the mana of participants; to reconnect individuals back to their whānau, hapū, iwi.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.

Case Management - ARWCF

Puukaki Ki Te Aakitai
04.2010 - 03.2016
  • Represent the interests of reintegrating individuals, and advocating for their right to a safe transition back in to the community.
  • Assessing the specific needs of individuals to develop ongoing tailored reintegration programs and support networks, to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Tracking the effectiveness of reintegration programs and making adjustments as identified.

Needs Assessor

Taikura Trust
06.2002 - 03.2005
  • Demonstrate a genuine interest in what people have to say, build trust and rapport.
  • Conduct thorough assessments to understand an individual's current situation, including their abilities, limitations, and needs.
  • Identify specific areas where support or intervention is required, whether it's related to health, social care, education, or other areas.

Education

Iwi Social Services

Huakina Development Trust

Iwi Enviromental Consultant - Tainui Trust Board

Huakina Development Trust

Enviromental Management

University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ

Skills

  • Communication - Clear and concise written and verbal communication
  • Leadership - Ability to guide and motivate others
  • Problem Solving - Ability to identify and solve problems effectively
  • Teamwork - Ability to collaborate effectively with others
  • Critical Thinking - Ability to analyze information and make sound judgments
  • Adaptability - Ability to adjust to new situations and challenges

Timeline

Grievance Panel - Chair

Oranga Tamariki - Ministry For Children
06.2017 - Current

Case Management - ARWCF

Puukaki Ki Te Aakitai
04.2010 - 03.2016

Tikanga Māori Motivational Programme - Coordinator

Puukaki Ki Te Aakitai
05.2005 - 09.2024

Needs Assessor

Taikura Trust
06.2002 - 03.2005

Iwi Social Services

Huakina Development Trust

Iwi Enviromental Consultant - Tainui Trust Board

Huakina Development Trust

Enviromental Management

University of Waikato

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