ABOUT
A digital solutions expert with a keen interest in sustainable development
and over 20 years’ experience managing digital programmes and transformations,
as well as researching, developing, and writing content
for government, non-government, and corporate clients.
Strong analytical skills with an MSc in Sustainable Development,
a BSc in Politics and International Relations,
and a Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing.
JUNE PICKERING
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR SUSTAINBLE DEVELOPMENT
& POLICY INNOVATION
PROJECTS
COMMENCING OCTOBER 2025
Communications Partner,
Specialist Digital Projects
zerowastescotland.org.uk
ZERO WASTE SCOTLAND
Support the development and implementation of Zero Waste Scotland’s digital communications strategy to support its transformation agenda, and drive impactful engagement with key audiences across political, business, and consumer sectors.
FEBRUARY 2023 - DECEMBER 2024
Senior Web Project Manager
tlscontact.com/
TLSCONTACT, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
Managed the development of an innovative web concept and ongoing digital communications to enhance the visa applicant journey and ensure alignment with strategic vision.
FEBRUARY 2017 - FEBRUARY 2022
Assistant Director,
Digital Platforms & Communications
canceraustralka.gov.au
CANCER AUSTRALIA, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Led the strategic direction and digital transformation of Cancer Australia's national digital platforms, overseeing redevelopment efforts to enhance accessibility, outreach, and engagement in alignment with public health objectives (SDG 3 – Good Health and Wellbeing). Directed the adoption of innovative technologies to expand reach across diverse audiences. Held executive-level responsibility for managing senior project officers, ensuring content quality, technical performance, and full compliance with Australian government legislation and digital standards. Oversaw budget planning and implementation to support sustainable digital operations and stakeholder alignment.
OCTOBER 2015 - OCTOBER 2016
FORTYTWO TELECOMMUNICATIONS, MALTA
Digital Marketing Executive & Analyst
fortytwo.com
Produced press releases, blog content, use cases, presentations, internal communications, marketing collateral, and web copy. Developed and implemented a comprehensive content and SEO strategy informed by ongoing competitor analysis and insights from Google Analytics.
NOVEMBER 2014 - MAY 2015
Lead Editor & Analyst
gov.uk
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, UNITED KINGDOM
The UK Department of Health launched a new intranet to its staff, I completed comprehensive reviews and revisions of existing content to ensure compliance with the new style guide. I also wrote new articles and provided data-driven insights and recommendations based on performance tracking, evaluation, and analysis
NOVEMBER 2013 - MAY 2014
Web Content Specialist
fpnsw.org.au
FAMILY PLANNING NSW, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
I was responsible for managing the online platform for Family Planning NSW and then developing the content strategy and project plan for the redevelopment and content migration of the digital platform.
JANUARY 2013 - NOVEMBER 2013
OPTUS, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Senior Digital Producer
optus.com.au
I was taken on a fixed term contract to specifically redevelop the online experience for Optus Gurus’ video channel across web and mobile and manage the end-to-end technical delivery of high profile and complex digital projects.
MARCH 2013 - OCTOBER 2013
Web Content Manager
aemo.com.au
AUSTRALIAN ENERGY MARKET OPERATOR
I was taken on for a 6 month contract to drive the implementation of the Information Architecture (IA) review and deliver the digital transformation to deliver more efficient messages to AEMO’s clients and customers.
APRIL 2011 - SEPTEMBER 2011
Digital Manager
nortonrosefulbright.com
NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT, AUSTRALIA
As part of a worldwide web editorial network, I was responsible for managing the web content services for the Group’s Australian offices.
APRIL 2010 - MARCH 2011
VODAFONE, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Lead e-Store Producer
vodafone.com.au
I was responsible for managing the VHA online store ensuring a dynamic, responsive environment to maximise both usage and revenue and managing a small team of junior producers.
NOVEMBER 2004 - MARCH 2010
Web Developer
uts.edu.au
UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AUSTRALIA
​I was responsible for the development and maintenance of the IT digital platform and developing and deploying cross-faculty websites.
VOLUNTEER
2024
INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATION FOR MIGRATION | IOM, UN MIGRATION
Edited and reviewed policy documentation for IOM’s new Standards Operating Procedures: Determining the Legal Identity of Migrants Without Proof of
Legal Identity, enhancing procedural clarity and alignment with international migration governance frameworks (SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions).
3018-2020
REFUGEE COUNCIL AUSTRALIA
Web management
refugeecouncil.org.au
Implemented updates and content development for the official refugeeweek.org.au, delivering research-driven communications and digital storytelling to support the national awareness campaign (SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities).
2016-2027
Digital platform developer
redcross.org.mt
MALTA RED CROSS SOCIETY
Developed and launched a comprehensive digital platform to modernise public engagement and organisational visibility. This included full-cycle content sourcing, UX design, editorial review, and technical implementation (SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals).
2007-2008
Program assistant
asylumseekerscentre.org.au
ASYLUM SEEKERS CENTRE AUATRALIA
Supported centre operations and designed a fundraising publication that showcased creative contributions from asylum seekers, supporting public engagement through arts-based advocacy (SDG 1 – No Poverty; SDG 16).
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EDUCATION
2023-2024
Master of Science
2017-2022
Bachelor of Science
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN
First Class Honours - MSc. Sustainable Development
LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
First-Class Honours - BSc. Politics and International Relations
2018-2019
Professional Diploma
DIGITAL MARKETING INSTITUTE
Digital Marketing
2019-2024
Certificates and training
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN
THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
RESEARCH
Below is a selection of original writing and strategic analysis focused on sustainable development and evidence-based policy.
POLICY BRIEFS
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Key area Education | Sustainable Development in Lower-Middle-Income Countries
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SDGs: Goal 4 (Quality Education),, Goal 1 (No Poverty),. Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
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PDFs
Higher education and sustainable development (PDF, 182KB)
Sustainable development in Bangladesh (PDF, 488KB)
STRATEGIC ANALYSIS
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Key areas: Global Health | Malnutrition in Lower-Middle-Income Countries | Planetary Boundaries
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SDGs: Goal 2 (Zero Hunger). Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being),, Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption)
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PDFs
Addressing malnutrition in developing countries: Analysing its impact on women and children and proposing sustainable intervention (PDF, 166KB)
Planetary boundaries, the Anthropocene and global governance: the challenge of negotiating a safe and just space for humanity (PDF, 141KB)
SCIENTIFIC REVIEW
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Key areas: Energy Systems | Climate Change | Solar Energy
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SDGs: Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), Goal 13 (Climate Action)
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PDF Solar energy systems: A critical review of technologies, applications, trends, and challenges (PDF, 382KB)
REPORT
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Key areas: Energy Systems | Energy Efficiency
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SDGs: Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy),, Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
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PDF Optimising energy efficiency: Comprehensive assessment and recommendations for a building in a maritime climate (PDF, 229KB)
THESIS
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Key areas: Citizen Science | Sustainable Development Goals | Diversity | Equity | Inclusion
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SDGs: Goal 10 (Reduced Inequality),, Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)
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PDF Exploring inclusivity in citizen science: an assessment and recommendations (PDF, 605KB)
PORTFOLIO
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Key areas: Environment | Conflict and Peacebuilding | Environmental Security
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SDGs: Goal 13 (Climate Action),, Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)
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PDF Environmental security and development (PDF, 215KB)
CLIENTS
TECHNICAL TOOLS
Digital imaging and video production:Adobe Creative Cloud
Digital Marketing: Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Majestic, Visual, HubSpot
Web Authoring:
HTML5, CSS
CMS: Drupal 9.4, WordPress 6.0, Sitecore, HubSpot Professional, Wix
Analytics:
Google Analytics 4
Desktop:
Microsoft Office 365
CONSULTING SERVICES
RSEARCH & ANALYSIS
Strong research capabilities including conducting literature reviews, synthesising information from multiple sources, and delivering clear, structured analysis to inform evidence-based policies.
RESEARCH METHODS
Working knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including survey design, interviews, data collection, and statistical analysis using tools such as SPSS.
ACADEMIC WRITING
Excellent at academic and policy writing, with experience in research papers, reports, and policy briefs tailored for diverse audiences and stakeholders.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Exceptional project management skills through the entire delivery cycle from project imitation to close ensuring that the final deliverable is delivered on time and on budget.
USER EXPERIENCE
Strong understanding of usability and extensive experience working closely with UX architects, developing wireframes and implementing usability testing and focus group testing.
WRITING & PROOFREADING
Excellent copywriting skills with a range of editorial functions including fact checking, editing and proofreading as well as using and developing complex style guides and editorial guidelines.
TECHNICAL
Strong technical skills and extensive experience using web content management systems (Drupal, HubSpot, WordPress, Sitecore. Wix) as well as Google Analytics, and the Adobe Creative Cloud
DIGITAL MARKETING
Excellent content creation skills to deliver digital marketing content for use across digital marketing campaigns, social media platforms, websites, emails, and newsletters.
SEO STRATEGY
Extensive experience developing SEO strategy including keyword research, competitive analysis, page optimisation and link building as well as producing reports with the ability to turn data into valuable actionable insights.
"The organisation has lost a great asset with your departure,
it won’t be difficult to confirm your brilliant technical skills
and terrific customer service to future employers"
Corporate General Manager and CFO, Cancer Australia, 2022