kira-marie Laverty
@kira-marielaverty
Government content evaluator and analyst at University of Adelaide, reviewing research contracts for accuracy and compliance.
AustraliaWhat I'm looking for
At the University of Adelaide, I review research-related contracts and documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance with institutional requirements. I analyse contract terms, identify inconsistencies and coordinate follow-up where needed.
At Adelaide Hills Council, I produced and quality-assured strategic plans, annual reports and executive reporting. I redesigned planning and reporting documents for clarity and usability, and created and delivered report-writing training for staff.
At the Australian Taxation Office, I edited high-volume correspondence and translated complex policy and operational material into practical guidance. I also applied LEAN and Behavioural Insights approaches to identify problems and improve processes and communications.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Review research-related contracts and documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance with institutional requirements. Analyse contract terms and supporting information, identify issues or inconsistencies, and coordinate clarification or follow-up where required.
Team Leader Strategy & Insights
City of Port Adelaide Enfield
Jan 2025 - Jun 2025 (5 months)
Reviewed and edited strategic documents for consistency, clarity and alignment with organisational standards. Authored reports, briefings and performance papers and managed corporate performance reporting information.
Corporate Planning & Performance Coordinator
Adelaide Hills Council
Dec 2019 - Dec 2024 (5 years)
Produced and quality-assured strategic plans, annual reports, executive reporting and staff guidance, translating complex requirements into concise, accessible documents. Redesigned planning and reporting documents for clarity and usability, receiving repeated executive praise for design, readability and impact.
APS6 Planning & Reporting Officer
Australian Taxation Office
May 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 7 months)
Produced executive planning and performance reports, Annual Report content and investment-planning material from complex business information. Built stakeholder networks to obtain, test and synthesise content and meaningful insights, identifying risks, priorities and improvement opportunities.
APS5-6 Communications, Change & Project Roles
Australian Taxation Office
Jan 2008 - Dec 2017 (9 years 11 months)
Served as an editor and strategist for the ATO's central correspondence library, reviewing and refining high-volume content to meet legal, strategic, behavioural and corporate style requirements. Researched and developed communication strategies, recommendations, business requirements, process maps, training packages, reports, procedures and digital content.
Earlier ATO Roles
Australian Taxation Office
Jan 2002 - Dec 2008 (6 years 11 months)
Roles included customer service, technical specialist, national skilling, client relationship and project support, requiring accurate interpretation of information, clear written and verbal communication, coaching and quality-focused service.
Education
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University of Adelaide
Contracts Officer, Research Grants Contracts
Reviewing research-related contracts and documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance with institutional requirements.
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