University of Tasmania Career Directory Profiles

It’s fun to be working in the environment and sustainability field, especially in the transport sector, as this is an industry where we can make a real difference in regards to New Zealand’s carbon emissions.

Don’t be afraid to go for roles you wouldn’t typically go for – you won’t know if you enjoy something until you try it, and where you end up can be very different than what you originally planned.

Getting the space to collaborate with others gives me energy, and receiving positive feedback drives me - Contact always provides both.

I am working with Inland Revenue (Te Tari Taake), the public service department of New Zealand to advise the government on tax policy, collect and disburse payments for social support programmes, and collect taxes.

Providing secretariat support for this division was a really exciting piece of work to be involved in and a fantastic introduction to policy work.