Peter James Oconnell

Background

About Peter James Oconnell

Vocation: Helping People Listen to Each Other’s Stories and Aspirations Research – Sound theoretical knowledge coupled with practical experience in a broad range of qualitative and quantitative research frameworks, skills, and methodologies. Analysis – Demonstrated capacity to diagnose, analyse and make sense of diverse data in complex environments, using a variety of information tools and software systems. Monitoring – Proven ability to devise, implement, present and track performance indicators in a variety of areas, particularly for quality of life and community sustainability. Planning – Extensive experience in integrating diverse information and stakeholder input into strategic plans and policies that incorporate action and assessment elements. Communication – Inherent aptitude to establish and maintain rapport with a wide variety of individuals and audiences using verbal, visual and experiential channels. Facilitation – Highly respected reputation for enabling individuals and groups to achieve their best possible output, especially in sensitive and highly charged environments. Leading – Established capability to initiate projects and carry them through to delivery, both as an individual and as a manager of multi-party, cross disciplinary teams. Supporting – Strong commitment to principles of empowerment and skills transfer that manifest in a sustained personal practice of mentoring, modelling, and teaching activities.