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Alexandra Ermichina
alexandra.ermichina@live.com
I would like to tread lightly on earth, but still want to travel and experience all the world has to offer. I am looking for a job, which integrates environmental knowledge of landscapes and biological systems with sound business, research and sustainability to satisfy the desire of communities, cultural organisations and tourists
PROFILE
- Strong academic performance in focused undergraduate program
- Passion for sustainable development and wildlife conservation
- Experienced traveler with visits to more than twenty countries in Europe, Americas, Africa and Oceania
- Quick to learn and master new skills; equally successful in both team and self-directed settings
- Fluent in three languages (English, French and Russian
EDUCATION
-Certificate IV in Eco Tour Guiding 2011 Ecoguiding
-BSc in Ecotourism (Conservation and Wildlife Biology minor) 2010 Murdoch University
EXPERIENCE
Bush Restoration Officer
Ecojobs (Greenskills), Perth, Western Australia May 2010 - Present
- Conduction of rehabilitation of land and water ecosystems affected by human impacts, working with occupational health experts and city council officers
- Environmental field work includes weeding by hand or using chemicals. Planting of native species done by hand or using pottiputkis
- Promoted to Team Leader after proving excellent organisation skills as well as team management
Ticketing Officer / Tour Guide
Rockingham Wild Encounters, Penguin Island, Western Australia October 2011 - Present
- Provision of information about Penguin Island and its surroundings to visitors, as well as sale of tickets for various ecotours. All tours and cruises are run by award winning eco tourism company
- Booking and preparation of tours using internal reservation system. Office duties such as filling and answering the phone
Concierge
Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle, Western Australia March 2011 - September 2011
- Part of the Concierge team at the 4.5 stars hotel winner of multiple Excellency awards as well as the first hotel in Western Australia to promote and undertake a commitment to the environment by having a ‘Living a Cleaner Dream Policy’ and becoming the first AAA Tourism-accredited Green Stars hotel in Western Australia. Job taken in order to gain valuable experience in high class hotel/tourism
- Assistance to guests with various tasks like making restaurant and tours reservations, provision of information about the local area and valet parking amongst a vibrant team.
- Provided first class service to guests from various background using amicable personality, great organisation skills and proactive attitude.
Supervisor
Kanyana Wildlife Center, Perth, Western Australia April 2010 - May 2011
- Immersion in wildlife hospital environment, working close with all departments of the center as an efficient team member
- Trained in tube feeding and animal treatment. Considerable knowledge of animal medicine to diagnose and treat simple animal injuries, diseases and deformities. Gained profound knowledge of the use and maintenance of animal material and supplies
- Maintain relevant written records, accurately entered data on computer and assist in departmental planning of goals, objective and OHS procedures as well as bushfire management
- Promotion as a shift supervisor after proving remarkable knowledge of supervisory practices and principles, time management ability, excellent ability to teach and instruct others how to do something and critical thinking
- Provision of educational talks to local schools, businesses and conferences along the education team
Intern
Perth Zoo, Western Australia November 2010
- Work experience at the Primates Section of the Zoo
- Duties included husbandry, food preparation, behavior observation and participation in the Zoo meetings focusing on wildlife conservation programs
- Responsible for maintaining healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animal
Little Penguin Research
Penguin Island, Western Australia October-November 2010
- Field work on the Island on the ‘Study of the effect of a boat ramp at Beeker Point on the food resources of Little Penguins on Penguin Island’ along Department of Environment and Conservation researcher.
- Installation of fences to trap Little Penguin in order to trap the animals and assess their health, microchip them if necessary and release them in an appropriate spot during overnight stays on the Island
Environmental Technician
City of Stirling, Perth, Western Australia August – October 2010
- Field work on a Conservation and Land Management Project implemented by the City of Stirling (Carnation Weed Program). Hand weeding of Euphorbia terracina in a variety of locations.
Environmental Volunteer
Conservation Volunteer Australia, Perth, Western Australia February 2010 - Present
- Conducting numerous ongoing projects. Mostly on coastal areas, especially Penguin Island, clearing of old tracks and construction of a new one, as well as installation of a mesh to avoid dune erosion
Field Assistant
Yanchep National Park, Perth, Western Australia March 2009
- Supported the Department of Environment and Conservation field operations in an assessment of fauna and flora before and after a fire. Collection and analysis of data were performed, as well as records of information and trap/release animals in burned/unburned area
Animal Attendant
Paws Awhile Rescue and Boarding Kennels, Perth Western Australia December 2008 – December 2009
- Position at a kennel owned by a veterinarian as a dog attendant taken to gain experience in animal care
- Managed about forty dogs on a daily basis, providing cleaning of kennels, walking, feeding and medical treatment. Properly kenneled all animals, avoiding overcrowding and regularly maintained a safe environment for each animal
- Successfully performed administrative tasks such as boarders bookings and organization - new found owners as well as boarder owners complimented on the client services provided
- Developed improved methods for kennels’ cleaning and dogs play time rotation that resulted in more efficient use of space and time, which in turn resulted in more playtime and interaction with dogs
Set Designer
Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia February – November 2008
- Created theatrical scenery, working with all other departments involved in various plays, collaborating with director and communicating as a team to create original art work
- Involvement with children’s plays, working on educational booklets as well as creating a play and set appealing to young people
- Achieved solutions by thinking outside the box, using creativity and problem-solving skills
Dog Walker
RSPCA, Geneva, Switzerland December 2006 – March 2007
- Volunteering on a regular basis to provide companionship, outdoor exercise and training to homeless dogs
Sales Assistant
LaDuree, Geneva, Switzerland January – December 2007
- Responsible for handling of all operations of the shop, including opening and closing, customer relations, sales transactions, managing inventory and filing invoices
- Flair for handling all personality types with tact and diplomacy, consistently acknowledged for ease in providing high quality service in a high standard environment to individual customers as well as large crowd
Waiting Staff / Hostess
Le Soupcon Restaurant, Geneva, Switzerland May – December 2006
- Increased responsibilities from a temporary replacement hostess position greeting clients, fielding telephone calls, and seat customers to their tables, to a full time waitress position serving clients, managing a floor section, handling orders and cash
- Received very positive feedback from employer and customers
Conference Clerk
United Nations, Geneva, Switzerland November 2000
- Set up conference rooms with nameplates and equipments. Distribution of wireless receiver sets and paperwork regarding to the participant’s language
- Assistance to the technical officer in the meeting including provision of information and assistance to participants and photocopying
- Provided personal help to international participants, translating them information about conference, visits of interest and conversation
LANGUAGES
- English (fluent) University level
- French (fluent) High school and University level
- Russian (native) High school level (mother tongue)
- German (basic) Studied for 7 years in High school
- Spanish (basic) Currently studied at TAFE, Certificate III level
COURSES
- Senior First Aid Certificate obtained September 2011
- Wilderness First Aid Certificate obtained in February 2010 (CPR/EAR)
- Attained the 19th Conference of the Society for Ecological Restoration, Perth 2009
- Obtained a Wildlife Carers Certificate in July 2010 (Department of Environment and Conservation, WA)
- Member of Ecoclub, the Australian Orangutan Project, Ecotourism Australia, Wilderness Society and Murdoch University Wildlife Association
- Possession of a Working with Children Permit and an A Class driver license
REFEREES
- Academic, professional and personal referees and written references available on request
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