Team Spotlight: Marcella Meagher - Administration Support

Tell us a little about your role at Kooyoora.

Currently I work as a casual helping the admin team with whatever needs doing, updating the website and any other projects.  For the first 7 years of Kooyoora’s existence I was Administration Manager being heavily involved in the clearance processes and the development of OSCA the Online Screening system.

What inspired you to work at Kooyoora?

I have been at Kooyoora since its inception in 2017.  Following the Royal Commission into Institutional Child Sexual Abuse I was keen to work for an organisation that helped other organisations become child safe to ensure such atrocities could never happen again. Working at Kooyoora has enabled me to do this. 

What do you like most about working at Kooyoora?

I love working with the team at Kooyoora.  We are all passionate about the work we do.  The team has come from a variety of disciplines which enables us to learn from each other, grow together and work collaboratively to provide better service to our client organisations.

What does a typical day ‘in the office’ look like?

A typical day involves catching up with the team re what has been happening, checking and responding to emails from team members and clients then working on whatever projects are in progress.

What is a hobby or interest you have outside of work?

I love sport, particularly golf.  I play a couple of times per week although don’t seem to be getting much better!  It’s a very humbling sport!

What’s your favourite way to spend a weekend?

I love spending time with my family, going to the beach and being active whether that be golfing, bike riding, walking or going to the gym.

Coffee or tea (or neither)?

Neither – have never liked them!

If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be?

Friendly, positive and loyal.

What’s the best place you’ve ever travelled to? Why?

The best place I have ever travelled to would be Olu Deniz in Turkey.  Magnificent beach, beautiful weather and great bars.  That was 40 years ago though so I am sure it has changed since then!

Do you have any hidden talents?

I am pretty good at answering the questions on the 1% club TV show!

What’s a fun fact about you?

I am probably happier in water than on land – I love a swim!

Cat or dog (or neither)?

Dog.

Would you rather sing karaoke (solo) or be part of a choir?

Depends how many drinks I have had!  I have been known to sing karaoke on occasion but also enjoy being part of a choir.

Do you have a favourite quote or motto you live by?

Treat others the way you would want them to treat you.