Kolaia Raisele’s research interests are in the fields of youth leadership and civic engagement in the Pacific, Pacific studies, inclusive social development, intangible cultural heritage & sustainable development, and Pacific indigenous knowledge & research methodologies.
Application of Research to Industry
I am an experienced Researcher who has worked with indigenous communities in local-driven projects in relation to climate change adaptation & mitigation, resilience education, and indigenous knowledge. I am accustomed to assisting professors/lead researchers in conducting Literature Reviews, fieldwork, data collection such as interviews, questionnaires, surveys, talanoa, & focused group discussions and participatory action research (PAR) activities. I am organized and flexible with proven skill in research, data collection and administrative support. I believe these skills are beneficial for organisations that work with indigenous communities, organisations that requires research on climate change related issues in indigenous communities, and organisation that need cultural advice. With these skills, any organisation will have a better understanding of the role culture can play in different spaces, especially as a cultural adviser and cultural liaison officer. Furthermore, these skills have enabled me to be an organized and dependable candidate, manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude, and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Key Skills
- Researcher & community engagement
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Cultural awareness
- Problem solving & team player
- Written communication
- Report writing
- Ethnographic research
For more information, please contact your state’s APR.Intern Business Development Manager:
- Justin Mabbutt (VIC & TAS) – j.mabbutt@aprintern.org.au / 0413 050 952
- Mark Ovens (NSW & ACT) – m.ovens@aprintern.org.au / 0400 764 763
- Glen Sheldon (QLD, SA & WA) – g.sheldon@aprintern.org.au / 0431 832 788
