Davina Russell
Internal Communications Professional
Professional Overview
Davina Russell is an experienced internal communications professional with a strong track record of driving organizational engagement and fostering effective internal collaboration. With expertise spanning the education and nonprofit sectors, she excels at crafting targeted messaging, developing impactful content, and implementing strategic internal communication initiatives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Internal Communications Specialist at UNSW, Davina is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive internal communication strategies to keep the university's 60,000+ employees informed and engaged. She oversees the production of newsletters, intranet content, and executive communications, while also managing internal event planning and employee recognition programs.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Davina served as the Internal Communications Advisor at Australian Catholic University, where she spearheaded the redesign of the institution's internal communication channels, resulting in a 25% increase in employee engagement. Earlier in her career, she held communications roles at Newington College and Leep NGO, honing her skills in project management, content creation, and digital strategy.
Davina's professional journey began in the publishing industry, where she worked as an Editor at Penguin Random House UK and Rodale, gaining valuable experience in editorial processes, manuscript development, and stakeholder management.
Academic Background
Davina holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Queensland University of Technology, where she also completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Communications.
Areas of Expertise
- Internal communication strategy and implementation
- Stakeholder engagement and change management
- Content creation and editorial oversight
- Digital communication channel management
- Event planning and employee recognition initiatives
- Organizational culture and employee experience
Professional Impact
As a trusted internal communications leader, Davina has driven impactful initiatives that have improved organizational alignment and employee satisfaction. At Australian Catholic University, she spearheaded the rollout of a new intranet platform, which resulted in a 35% increase in user adoption and a 20% boost in internal knowledge sharing.
Conclusion
With her diverse background, strong communication skills, and strategic mindset, Davina Russell is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in the internal communications field. She is dedicated to empowering organizations to effectively engage their workforce and foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
