Geoff Smith

Background

About Geoff Smith

For me management is about supporting staff and subject matter experts to excel in their jobs. My 20+ years' experience as a researcher then Senior Manager in NFPs and in programs of social and behavioural research has taught me not to try to be the smartest person in the room, but how to get the right smart people together to tackle problems. I've delivered for NFPs in sectors such as violence prevention, food relief, blood donation & education. My passion is using my strategy building and leadership skills to help NFPs achieve their mission, using process change, innovative research and empowering people. As a researcher I am committed to translatable research for NFPs using strong evidence based interventions. I use innovative methods and partnerships to understand and solve problems with people-focused sustainable and cost effective solutions. I take pride in delivering- • Life changing outcomes for NFP users • Team success • Value for money for funders • Collaboration of industry and trans-disciplinary academics • Innovative use of data, and technology to build interventions • Increased capacity of team members, NFPs, industry and academia through skill exchange • Quality reports and publications and up to date metrics • Strategic programs • On time and budget My key competencies: • Getting the right people together • Adapting my management skills to new subject areas • Strong program/budget and people management • Problem solving through innovative thinking • Stakeholder/customer management/facilitation • Identification of research need, methods and outcomes • Quality reporting, engaging presentations to public and industry • Academic publications • Maintaining a network across many disciplines and industries My aim is to help people. Either helping people improve their lives as a result of engaging with NFPs or by supporting staff of NFPs to grow professionally and provide stronger service. I will achieve this by always seeking to improve and refine my own management and research skills, seeking out high-profile challenges and implementing innovative solutions to address persistent issues while creating a positive and enjoyable work environment and lasting relationships. Email me at drgeoffsmith1@gmail.com