Meet the Staff at OELLEN

Executive Officer – Fiona Purcell
Fiona has been the Executive Officer of the Outer Eastern Local Learning and Employment Network (OELLEN) since it was established in 2002. She has had considerable experience working with local schools, TAFE, business and industry and community groups and has developed a wide range of partnerships to improve the education and career pathway options  for young people in the outer east.  Fiona also also brings to the position a wealth of experience in Secondary education, TAFE  and education consultancy with a focus on transition from school to work.

Partnership Broker – Cherie Messerle
Cherie has been a member of the OELLEN team since 2008. Prior to this she worked closely with schools and educators as a Curriculum Consultant and School Development Officer with DEECD. She brings many years experience  in education,  management, business and youth work to the Partnership Broker role.

Partnership Broker – Trevor Bayley

Trevor joined the OELLEN team in 2010 and has an extensive background in working with young people across the welfare, education and community sectors

Partnership Broker - Bianca Spence

Bianca joined the OELLEN team in 2009 and has worked in education both locally and in Asia.  Much of her work has been with newly arrived young people.

Administration – Ana Matic

Ana commenced as a Trainee in her ‘gap’ year in 2009 having successfully completed her VCE. She is currently working part-time while studying at Deakin University.