Jason Christopher McKenzie

Address: 2/31 Kiata Parade West Tweed Heads NSW 2485 Phone: (07) 55 36 64 68 Mob: 0412 519 197 Email: jason.mckenzie@griffithuni.edu.au ________________________________________________________________________

CAREER GOAL
To attain the position as a Health Promotion Officer and be part of an organisation where I can serve as an element of its production and development, duly performing with my appropriate skills and knowledge and willingness to learn into the organisation. I am an enthusiastic, versatile and reliable person who is eager to build a career in the public health sector and apply the disciplined knowledge gained from my degrees and professional experience together with my skills and proficiencies as an organiser, leader and team player.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND
2009 - 2011 Masters of Public Health Griffith University

Results: Key Subjects:

Grade Point Average: 6.1 (Scale 1 7, with 7 the highest)

Solid Waste Management & Waste Water Treatment Health Care Systems, Planning and Policy. Environmental Protection and Quarantine Climate Change and Public Health Community Engagement & Health Promotion. Environment and Population Health Environmental Systems and Climate Change

Team Projects:

NAME OF PROJECT?? As part of my industry affiliates program I developed (in conjunction with three other students) specific interventions for increasing physical activity at a community level and develop... NAME OF PROJECT?? Developed presentations with other students to promote community health and further developed, implemented and evaluated community health promotion projects.

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Individual Projects (Thesis Review)

Effects of Climate Change and Water Variability. Distinctively looking at water related issues, as well as mitigation and adaptive strategies (waste management systems, catchment management programs, waste water reclamation), and adapting to the health impacts of climate change (strengthening disaster preparedness plans, improvement of monitoring and forecasting system capabilities and enhanced measures of infectious disease control programs e.g. vector and water borne diseases).

2005- 2008

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (HONOURS) Bond University

Results: Key Subjects:

Grade Point Average: 2.8 (Scale 1 4, with 4 the highest) Research Methods in Science

Scientific Thinking and Research Skills Human Anatomy & Physiology Human Nutrition Medical Chemistry

Honours Project:

Researched into the effects of repetitive Trans-cranial magnetic stimulation within stroke patients.

Achievements:

Graduated with 2nd Class Honours

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PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Research Skills

Developed working knowledge of community development and capacity building strategies to create supportive environments. Knowledge of fundamental health policies and planning concepts, and practices. Knowledge of the various methods applicable to the assessment of physical activity at an individual level and population level.

Computer Skills Microsoft Word Highly proficient Microsoft Access Highly proficient Microsoft Publishing Highly proficient Web Designing Skills - Proficient

Professional Skills

Communication over 8 years in customer service. Research, analysis and written communication skills project work. Public Speaking group and individual presentations. Time Management balancing studies and part time work. Excellent team skills group project work.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Overseas)

July 2010 Health Promotions (Assistant Officer) Zero Cavity Mission (Philippine Project)
Assisted with the planning, co-ordination and development of health promotion projects (reducing dental caries in Filipino children). Developed practical skills in conducting health impact assessments and scientific report writing. Gained important communication and interpersonal skills through engaging with communities, stakeholders, government sectors and non-government organizations.

July 2010

Participated in Quezon Cities Barangay Solid Waste Management Developments

Assisted with implementing current policies and regulations and briefing the community with the latest waste developments (education & information). Strengthened community participation and created awareness in protecting freshwater resources.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

February 2001 to Current Kirra Sports Club General Manager in Bar, Food and Gaming Ensured stock was well presented, fresh and available Supervised 10 staff Balanced register taking with a high level of accuracy Achieved excellent relationships with patrons Informal training of new staff IT technical support within the business Web designer and developer.

MEMBERSHIPS
2006 2009 2011 Senior First Aid Certificate Parasol EMT Working with Children Blue Card Check Member of Environmental Health Australia

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REFEREES
1. Grant McKenzie Business Owner - GWM Paving & Landscaping. - Licensee of the Kirra Sports Club. Phone: (07) 55 36 74 22 Mobile: 0419 741 051 Email: gmacca@bipond.net.au 4. Caroline Fewster Assistant Professor at Bond University (Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine) 2. Greg Dux Assistant Professor at Bond University (Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine). Phone: (07) 55 32 97 48 Email:gldux@hotmail.com

3. Debbie Munroe Senior Accountant Watson Will Accounting Phone: (07) 55 93 21 31

Phone: (07) 55 95 41 41 Email: cfewster@bond.edu.au

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