CATHERINE BECKHAM
PROJECT MANAGER
cONTACT
07903 640 321
catherinebeckham@icloud.com
Cardiff & Aberystwyth
Skills
Project Management
Administration
Graphic Design
Video & Audio Editing
TRAINING
Dialogue Discussion & Debate
APM - Project Fundamentals
Train the Trainer
AAT Foundation
Education
BA (HONS) ART HISTORY
Aberystwyth University
2013-2016
European Art History 1300 - 1960
Profile
I am a creative, well organised project manager with management skills and administrative experience in business, the voluntary sector, and higher education. I have a wealth of creative skills in written and visual presentations including experience in photography, songwriting and public speaking. I also volunteer for Penglais Community Garden, Ceredigion Museum and Aber Opera.
Work Experience
PROJECT MANAGER
Research Business & Innovation
2022-Present
- High level administrative and project management skills assisting in the implementation, execution and delivery of projects, building strategic partnerships across Aberystwyth University and local community.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written including the ability to work with people on various levels of seniority.
- Responsible for managing a portfolio of projects, across the department, to stimulate knowledge exchange, strengthen community dialogue and cultural influence in higher education.
- Worked with colleagues to develop due diligence policy following account procurement rules and financial regulations.
ACADEMIC REGISTRY OFFICER
Faculty of Earth and Life Sciences
2019-2022
- Built effective working relationships across the University conducting correspondence with staff and students to relay information.
- Undertook tasks to meet objectives and deadlines, prioritising work independently and in response to unforeseen events.
- Provided support for a range of events and activities that included student registration, open days, exams, panel hearings and student placements.
- Supervised day to day work of others at operational level.
- Co-ordinated arrangements for and took minutes at Exam Boards and Working Group committees.
CATHERINE BECKHAM
PROJECT MANAGER
cONTACT
07903 640 321
catherinebeckham@icloud.com
Cardiff & Aberystwyth
Expertise
- Excellent people skills with experience in developing positive working relationships at work.
- Creative and resourceful in solving problems and delivering solutions.
- Over 25 years of social capital in the local arts / culture scene, with experience in fundraising and enthusiasm for volunteering.
References
Reference Name
Karen Presacane
kdh@aber.ac.uk
Reference Name
Pauline Ewan
pauline.ewan@outlook.com
Work Experience
Timetabling Administrator
Information Services
2017 - 2019
- Assisted the timetable team with room booking enquiries.
- Liaised with Academic Departments for Open Days.
- Assisted with Examination scheduling.
- Audited room usage compiling reports for Estates Manager and Site Security.
Media Support Officer
Information Services
2016 - 2017
- Supported developing technology-enhanced (TEL) tools within the E Learning Team.
- Implemented the Lecture Capture Policy.
- Assisted staff with recording software.
- Provided technical support and facilitating a lecture start up service.
- Created online resources to support staff and students using Panopto.
Communication Manager
Care Society
2014 - 2016
- Managed a team of 6 people in the Night Shelter.
- Organised monthly supervision sessions to address team issues.
- Co-ordinated emergency accommodation for the homeless.
- Liaised with support services assisting with move ons.
- Devised a communication strategy for the charity.
- Developed website and social media presence.
- Upgraded telephone system and CCTV provision.
- Organised AGM and prepared Annual Report for Trustees.
Volunteer Manager
Students' Union
2007 - 2013
- Designed and delivered a programme of volunteering and fundraising activities that contributed to a positive student experience, assisted with employability skills and student retention figures.