University of Melbourne, VIC
About me
Experience
Melbourne, VIC
Embrace Education
Sept 2025 – July 2026
Director of Education
Promote volunteering programs by liaising with schools, volunteers, and staff, managing third-party relationships with our programs through school-visits, being the first-point of contact for school partnership enquiries and volunteers.
Volunteer recruitment, being extremely knowledgable of the recruitment process and club operations, and being a personable face for the organisation at fairs and student union-run events, including stall organising for Volunteers and Experience Fair and Summerfest.
Parkville, VIC
Embrace Education North-West Chapter
Aug 2024 - Sept 2025
Club President / Director of Operations
General Director
Aug 2023 - Aug 2024
Treasurer
Aug 2023 - Aug 2024
Led and manage a diverse team of committee members and volunteers, overseeing club operations, strategic planning, and the execution of tutoring programs across Melbourne’s north-western suburbs, ensuring efficient service delivery and strong community impact.
Oversee and coordinate multiple functions, including recruitment, event planning, marketing, and administrative processes, demonstrating versatility in managing various operational needs to sustain and grow the organisation.
Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve tutor engagement, streamline workflows, and enhance program effectiveness, ensuring long-term sustainability and impact for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Act as a key representative for the organisation, fostering relationships with university stakeholders, student volunteers, and external partners while driving a collaborative, mission-driven culture that aligns with Embrace Education’s goals.
Melbourne, VIC
Switchboard, Inc.
Oct 2019 – Mar 2020
Peer Supporter
Provided empathetic and confidential telephone support, assisting individuals with emotional well-being and community resources.
Assessed caller needs and provided relevant information, referrals, and crisis intervention when necessary.
Actively listened and engaged in compassionate, non-judgmental conversations, fostering a safe and supportive space.
Maintained professional boundaries and confidentiality, ensuring ethical and responsible peer support.
Education
Recipient of Vice-Chancellor's Academic Excellence Scholarship. Completed coursework relevant to anatomy, biochemistry, biological structures and function, and vision science. Highlights include pre-optometry clinical skills, Team-Based Learning, Case Studies, and OSCEs for accreditation. Placements at Barwon Health, Deakin Collaborative Eye Care Clinic, St Vincent’s Public Hospital. Completed an internship at Australian College of Optometry, Carlton VIC.
Recommendations
Lisa-Jane Campbell
Manager at Specsavers Melbourne Central
“If glasses need readjusting, Kevin is the first person I would go to. He's reliable, sharp, and always keeps his cool, even when everything’s chaotic on the shop floor. He could be helping a tricky dispense, or stepping in for some of our new staff and offering assistance. He's hardworking, gets everything done, so a shift with Kevin really means I can relax a little more. He's great to work with. He's funny, supportive, and always brings a calming energy and karma to the team.”
Viraj Patel
UMSU Education Office Bearer and Secretary at Embrace Education
“Working with Kevin has been amazing. He just get things done and Embrace has really benefitted from it. Whether it’s organising a team, solving last-minute logistics for an event, or making sure everything runs smoothly, Kevin's always on top of it. He's the kind of leader who listens, supports, and actually makes you feel like your work matters. I honestly don’t know how he can juggle so much, but somehow, he does it all and makes it look extra easy.”
