Vivianne Nikou
Vivianne Nikou
Vivianne has worked in both Government and Independent schools for over twenty five years. Her experience reflects a strong background in academic, pastoral and administrative roles including a significant period in recruitment and selection
processes.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Monash University
- Diploma of Education, Monash University
- Master of Educational Policy and Administration, Monash University
- Doctorate of Business Administration (in progress), RMIT
Professional Memberships
- Associate Fellow, Australian Institute of Management
- Australian Council for Educational Leaders
Professional Experience
Vivianne’s experience in education includes extensive involvement in innovative Teaching and Learning practices, strategic planning and implementation, appraisal performance measurement and job evaluations as well as design and implementation of business strategies. She has also had involvement in major building and fund-raising initiatives.
Vivianne had an extensive period of employment at one of Melbourne’s leading independent schools. Her roles there included :
• Head of Humanities Faculty
• Director of Adult Education & Evening School
• Head of House
• Deputy Head of Campus
• Head of Human Corporate Services
• Member of the Senior Management Team
• Deputy Principal for 5 campuses including an educational facility in the Peoples Republic of China
She has developed and implemented induction programs, staff appraisal and career development profiles as well as being employed as the change agent in these sectors.
Vivianne has a strong interest and background in HR and IR matters, in restructures and in financial management strategies. Her experience in recruitment, marketing and enrolment matters is extensive both in Australia and overseas.
Vivianne is well regarded for her interpersonal skills, and effective communication. This allows her the ability to understand fully, both the strategic and operational needs of the recruitment and selection process to better target assignments to produce an optimum organisational fit.
