Vicki Pretorius

Background

About Vicki Pretorius

Landscape Architect, currently working in open space planning and design for a regional local government authority spanning urban, suburban and rural areas. • Keen interest in creative place-making incorporating sustainable and biophilic design; • Advocate for protection of the natural environment and strengthening of green space networks; • Commitment to continual development through formal and self-led study, with key interests in environment and climate change impacts mitigation and adaptation, bushfire risk mitigation, food security and community resilience; I have a broad range of experience from 20+ years working in Local Government and private practice, with knowledge and skills including: • Environmental, social and community facilities strategic planning and design; • Landscape assessment, interpretation and design, from concept to resolution; • Research, report writing, communications, grants writing and administration; • Stakeholder engagement including consultation planning, community outreach, presentations, facilitation, and data outcomes analysis (qualitative and quantitative); • Project planning and delivery including preparation of proposals, project plans, scope of works, designs, costings and procurement processes; • Project risk analysis and mitigation; • Proficient in AutoCAD; • Mapping by GIS and Nearmap platforms; • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite; • Technological adaptability, including cyber security protocols and use of AI for data sourcing, collation and refinement; • Local Government processes and protocols including governance and records management; • Evidence-based permaculture design across urban, suburban and rural contexts; • Strong investigative skills and attention to detail; • High level written and verbal communication skills, including in customer service; • Experience in working with cultural, gender and neurodiverse people of varying abilities; • Empathic, intuitive and an active encourager in work teams and in the broader community.