Mentoring
IID's Development Fund has an active program of mentoring young professionals interested in development. This has been a particular interest of senior members who remember the difficulties they sometimes experienced, ‘getting a start’ professionally in developing countries. However our mentoring activities are not limited to overseas work.
Current and former Interns of IID are briefly introduced below.
Current and former Interns of IID are briefly introduced below.
2018. Ms Anna Tsitsis
Anna completed her internship in 2018 on the subject of the possible use of Multi Criteria Decision Support systems in water planning for the City of Adelaide
"I would like to extend my gratitude to Dr John Leake from the Institute for International
development for his continuous support and encouragement. His expertise and knowledge
have been of great assistance throughout the development of this report.
I would also like to thank Richard Clark from Water Select for his assistance throughout the
internship. Water Select is a south Australian company dedicated to finding more
sustainable approaches to urban water planning and management. Inspiration for this
report stemmed from Water Selects game: The ‘Water Game’. This game entails players
testing their ability in designing more sustainable and efficient water system layouts."
anna_tsitsis_final_report.pdf
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2017. Julianne Clark
Ms Juliane Clark completed her internship in 2017.
Julianne completed and interesting report on the difficulties Karen Refugees in Thai camps have in deciding whether to return to Myanmar or not.
"I would like to convey my gratitude for the experience the Institute for International Development has enabled me to have the past four months. In particular, I would like to express my appreciation for the time the Director, John Leake has shared, his knowledge of Myanmar and international development is astounding. John’s “on the ground” knowledge of Myanmar provides this report with an insight that it would have otherwise lacked. Thank you.
To the University of Adelaide, I would like to thank the immense guidance and support I have received from Robert Ewers; your encouragement at the beginning of this semester allowed me to push through my final semester. To the Faculty of Arts, especially the Department of Anthropology I would like to thank for the last four years of my university education, for opening my mind to ways of thinking that has equipped me for the future."
research_report_final.pdf
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2017. Ms Mahalia Gaskin Mc Daniel
Ms Mahalia Gaskin completed her internship in 2017
2016. Ms Anne Marie Tyson
Ms Anna Maria Tyson also completed an internship in 2016
Anna completed an interesting report on building good governance in the Shan State.
"I would like to thank IID Director John Leake for his expert guidance, support and wealth of knowledge throughout the course of the project.
I would also like to thank my academic supervisor at the University of Adelaide, Andrew Skuse, for his direction and assistance in grappling the task of writing this report.
Finally, I would like to thank Robert Ewers and Amanda Phillips for providing me the opportunity to develop myself both personally and professionally through undertaking this research project and workplace internship."
anne-marie_tyson_-_iid_report.2.pdf
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2016. Mr Hamish Kellam
Mr Hamish Kellam Completed his internship in 2016
"Interning with the IID was the perfect experience to cap off my Bachelor of International Studies with, while also honing my research skills under an incredibly accomplished mentor in Dr John Leake. Utilising John’s experience and direction, I developed a report that advises institutional actions and funding be used to mainstream disaster risk-reduction activities into common development practice. I was lucky enough to have John’s extensive personal experience in the region providing insight throughout my assessment of the Myanmar context.
At the IID, I could broaden the parameters of my academic internship and contribute directly to current development projects at the organisation. Providing logistical support to the Australian Food Future Fund in the Northern Territory added active development project experience to my internship and helped prepare me for work beyond the university level. I will be forever grateful to John and the IID for their genuine introduction to the world of international development".
hkellam_iid_internship_final.pdf
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2015. Mr Esteban Zepeda
Esteban Zepeda completed his internship in 2015,
" During my internship with IID I produced a report analysing the potential of community forestry in contributing to economic, social and environmental sustainability in the Shan State of Myanmar. I thoroughly enjoyed the challenges and the development processes I encountered while compiling research for the final report. They helped to refine my research methods and range of practical considerations while strengthening my knowledge, and ability to make a meaningful and academic contribution to the work of the IID.
My deepest gratitude goes to IID Director John Leake. John Leake's personal and professional insights throughout my internship complimented the already invaluable experience of working with the IID. The skills I developed during my time with the IID will serve me long into my academic and working career, and I thank the IID for the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to their work. "
Anna completed her internship in 2018 on the subject of the possible use of Multi Criteria Decision Support systems in water planning for the City of Adelaide
"I would like to extend my gratitude to Dr John Leake from the Institute for International
development for his continuous support and encouragement. His expertise and knowledge
have been of great assistance throughout the development of this report.
I would also like to thank Richard Clark from Water Select for his assistance throughout the
internship. Water Select is a south Australian company dedicated to finding more
sustainable approaches to urban water planning and management. Inspiration for this
report stemmed from Water Selects game: The ‘Water Game’. This game entails players
testing their ability in designing more sustainable and efficient water system layouts."
anna_tsitsis_final_report.pdf
Download file
2017. Julianne Clark
Ms Juliane Clark completed her internship in 2017.
Julianne completed and interesting report on the difficulties Karen Refugees in Thai camps have in deciding whether to return to Myanmar or not.
"I would like to convey my gratitude for the experience the Institute for International Development has enabled me to have the past four months. In particular, I would like to express my appreciation for the time the Director, John Leake has shared, his knowledge of Myanmar and international development is astounding. John’s “on the ground” knowledge of Myanmar provides this report with an insight that it would have otherwise lacked. Thank you.
To the University of Adelaide, I would like to thank the immense guidance and support I have received from Robert Ewers; your encouragement at the beginning of this semester allowed me to push through my final semester. To the Faculty of Arts, especially the Department of Anthropology I would like to thank for the last four years of my university education, for opening my mind to ways of thinking that has equipped me for the future."
research_report_final.pdf
Download File
2017. Ms Mahalia Gaskin Mc Daniel
Ms Mahalia Gaskin completed her internship in 2017
2016. Ms Anne Marie Tyson
Ms Anna Maria Tyson also completed an internship in 2016
Anna completed an interesting report on building good governance in the Shan State.
"I would like to thank IID Director John Leake for his expert guidance, support and wealth of knowledge throughout the course of the project.
I would also like to thank my academic supervisor at the University of Adelaide, Andrew Skuse, for his direction and assistance in grappling the task of writing this report.
Finally, I would like to thank Robert Ewers and Amanda Phillips for providing me the opportunity to develop myself both personally and professionally through undertaking this research project and workplace internship."
anne-marie_tyson_-_iid_report.2.pdf
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2016. Mr Hamish Kellam
Mr Hamish Kellam Completed his internship in 2016
"Interning with the IID was the perfect experience to cap off my Bachelor of International Studies with, while also honing my research skills under an incredibly accomplished mentor in Dr John Leake. Utilising John’s experience and direction, I developed a report that advises institutional actions and funding be used to mainstream disaster risk-reduction activities into common development practice. I was lucky enough to have John’s extensive personal experience in the region providing insight throughout my assessment of the Myanmar context.
At the IID, I could broaden the parameters of my academic internship and contribute directly to current development projects at the organisation. Providing logistical support to the Australian Food Future Fund in the Northern Territory added active development project experience to my internship and helped prepare me for work beyond the university level. I will be forever grateful to John and the IID for their genuine introduction to the world of international development".
hkellam_iid_internship_final.pdf
Download File
2015. Mr Esteban Zepeda
Esteban Zepeda completed his internship in 2015,
" During my internship with IID I produced a report analysing the potential of community forestry in contributing to economic, social and environmental sustainability in the Shan State of Myanmar. I thoroughly enjoyed the challenges and the development processes I encountered while compiling research for the final report. They helped to refine my research methods and range of practical considerations while strengthening my knowledge, and ability to make a meaningful and academic contribution to the work of the IID.
My deepest gratitude goes to IID Director John Leake. John Leake's personal and professional insights throughout my internship complimented the already invaluable experience of working with the IID. The skills I developed during my time with the IID will serve me long into my academic and working career, and I thank the IID for the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to their work. "
| esteban_zepeda_report.pdf |
2014. Ms Seenying Lau
Seenying Lau completed her internship in 2014,
"During my internship with the IID, I completed a research project on land tenure security. The process of defining a conceptual framework which would allow meaningful analysis was most challenging, as it requires careful consultation with ideas from academic literature and as well as what was practiced in the field to ensure consistency. The knowledge I gained during the course of my internship with the IID was most valuable and I am forever grateful for such an opportunity."
Seenying Lau completed her internship in 2014,
"During my internship with the IID, I completed a research project on land tenure security. The process of defining a conceptual framework which would allow meaningful analysis was most challenging, as it requires careful consultation with ideas from academic literature and as well as what was practiced in the field to ensure consistency. The knowledge I gained during the course of my internship with the IID was most valuable and I am forever grateful for such an opportunity."
| seenying_laus_report.pdf |
2013. Mr Bayden Daly
Bayden Daly completed his internship in November 2013, in this time he completed a study "Approaches to Post Conflict Development; Lessons from South East Asia. The report compared experience in Myanmar with Nepal, Bosnia Herzegovina, East Timor. It also included a section on tourism and its role in generating income in remote areas quickly, this compared tourism in different political systems; Yunnan in SW China, and Northern Thailand.
"During my time with the IID I completed a research project on post-conflict development. Through consultations with John Leake and my academic supervisor, Associate Professor Dr Andrew Rosser, I formulated an outline of the organisations, countries and rhetoric that I would review. The process suffered several challenges, such as determining the appropriate scope and depth, but the finished product presents a balanced overview that will hopefully assist the IID with their future projects. The five months I spent with the IID were both challenging and rewarding; truly a worthwhile experience that I am very appreciative of".
Bayden Daly completed his internship in November 2013, in this time he completed a study "Approaches to Post Conflict Development; Lessons from South East Asia. The report compared experience in Myanmar with Nepal, Bosnia Herzegovina, East Timor. It also included a section on tourism and its role in generating income in remote areas quickly, this compared tourism in different political systems; Yunnan in SW China, and Northern Thailand.
"During my time with the IID I completed a research project on post-conflict development. Through consultations with John Leake and my academic supervisor, Associate Professor Dr Andrew Rosser, I formulated an outline of the organisations, countries and rhetoric that I would review. The process suffered several challenges, such as determining the appropriate scope and depth, but the finished product presents a balanced overview that will hopefully assist the IID with their future projects. The five months I spent with the IID were both challenging and rewarding; truly a worthwhile experience that I am very appreciative of".
| daly_baydens_report.pdf |
2012 Ms Kathryn Baumeister,
Kathryn completed subjects in Development studies as part of her Law Degree in 2012 and has since gained a placement in Indonesia for 2013 with While with IID she completed a case study report of The Pa-O Strategic Development Plan this can be accessed at
Kathryn completed subjects in Development studies as part of her Law Degree in 2012 and has since gained a placement in Indonesia for 2013 with While with IID she completed a case study report of The Pa-O Strategic Development Plan this can be accessed at
| kathryn_baumeisters_report.pdf |
2011 Ms Pip Smith
Pip completed her internship in 2011, which included a study of the part of NGO's in Myanmar's recovery from the devastating Cyclone Nargis in 2008.
Pip completed her internship in 2011, which included a study of the part of NGO's in Myanmar's recovery from the devastating Cyclone Nargis in 2008.
| pip_smiths_poster.pdf |
2010 Ms Lucy Hackworth
Lucy completed her Bachelor of Development Studies (University of Adelaide) in 2009 and already has a history of social service in South Australia and overseas. She has been involved in Children’s services since 2005 and was an Assistant Volunteer Coordinator, Overseas Action Program, World Youth International in Kenya in 2005. At IID she has been in charge of our CV data base and working on projects in Myanmar. She is now attached to the faculty of International Development at the University of Adelaide.
Lucy completed her Bachelor of Development Studies (University of Adelaide) in 2009 and already has a history of social service in South Australia and overseas. She has been involved in Children’s services since 2005 and was an Assistant Volunteer Coordinator, Overseas Action Program, World Youth International in Kenya in 2005. At IID she has been in charge of our CV data base and working on projects in Myanmar. She is now attached to the faculty of International Development at the University of Adelaide.
2009 Ms Alison Nyle
Alison completed her Bachelor of Development studies (University of Adelaide) with her project undertaken with IID directed at the information needs of communities interested in REDD+ investments. She completed higher education in (2010) with a double degree in International Studies and Media and another internship with Amnesty International’s Government Relations team in Sydney.
Alison completed her Bachelor of Development studies (University of Adelaide) with her project undertaken with IID directed at the information needs of communities interested in REDD+ investments. She completed higher education in (2010) with a double degree in International Studies and Media and another internship with Amnesty International’s Government Relations team in Sydney.
2008 Mr Evan Lucas
Evan Lucas has a degree in Health Science and a Masters in International Business Administration & Finance at Flinders University. During his time with IID he provided support for market development work being undertaken in Timor Leste for USAID and the World Bank for Merle Menegay working in country. Evan currently works at Market strategist at IG he has a flourishing career as a merchant banker.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lucas-44a25316
Evan Lucas has a degree in Health Science and a Masters in International Business Administration & Finance at Flinders University. During his time with IID he provided support for market development work being undertaken in Timor Leste for USAID and the World Bank for Merle Menegay working in country. Evan currently works at Market strategist at IG he has a flourishing career as a merchant banker.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lucas-44a25316
2006 Mr Tim Nugent
Tim Nugent was a final year commerce student at Adelaide University and undertook a program of work experience, understudying Merle Menegay on QPod trials being planned to run between Adelaide to Darwin and a vegetable marketing study in Timor Leste. Tim now has a business as a professional writer for studies and proposals.
Tim Nugent was a final year commerce student at Adelaide University and undertook a program of work experience, understudying Merle Menegay on QPod trials being planned to run between Adelaide to Darwin and a vegetable marketing study in Timor Leste. Tim now has a business as a professional writer for studies and proposals.
2006 Ms Carrie Deutsch
Ms Carrie Deutsch is an environmental scientist, with a Masters in Environmental Management from the University of New England in Armidale, NSW. She has been working in community based natural resource management in East Timor for a number of years. In early 2006, she spent 5 weeks in Azerbaijan, working with IID's CEO Mr John Leake. She worked with UNDP and the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources to assist with facilitation of the design of a sustainable land management project to be funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
Ms Carrie Deutsch is an environmental scientist, with a Masters in Environmental Management from the University of New England in Armidale, NSW. She has been working in community based natural resource management in East Timor for a number of years. In early 2006, she spent 5 weeks in Azerbaijan, working with IID's CEO Mr John Leake. She worked with UNDP and the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources to assist with facilitation of the design of a sustainable land management project to be funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
2003 Dr Tim Mann
Mr Tim Mann, a final year veterinary student at Murdoch University, spent 6 weeks in Mongolia on an IID project developing a new disease surveillance strategy and system for Mongolia to enable that country to provide more accurate disease incidence certification for its livestock product exports. Dr Mann has completed his final year of Veterinary Science and after a period in private practice was awarded an Australian Youth Ambassadorship as a veterinarian working with Orang Utan in Kalimantan Indonesia in 2006- 2007. He has since completed a masters degree in international relations and now works in Indonesia in development.
Mr Tim Mann, a final year veterinary student at Murdoch University, spent 6 weeks in Mongolia on an IID project developing a new disease surveillance strategy and system for Mongolia to enable that country to provide more accurate disease incidence certification for its livestock product exports. Dr Mann has completed his final year of Veterinary Science and after a period in private practice was awarded an Australian Youth Ambassadorship as a veterinarian working with Orang Utan in Kalimantan Indonesia in 2006- 2007. He has since completed a masters degree in international relations and now works in Indonesia in development.
2002 Dr Emma Haslam
Dr Emma Haslam, at the time a recently graduated veterinarian, was commissioned to undertake a study entitled "Training in the Country for the Country; A Review of the Proposed Undergraduate Veterinary Course" by the Charles Sturt University. The objective of the study was to gain a clearer idea of the demand for veterinary training, both from the perspective of undergraduates and the likely market for graduates. Institute Members Prof J L Falvey, John Leake, Dr Eyrl Pitt and Wayne Haslam provided input to the study and discussed ideas on a ‘pro bono’ basis as a Development Fund Activity. Since this activity Dr Haslam has found employment in a professional veterinary practice in NSW.
Dr Emma Haslam, at the time a recently graduated veterinarian, was commissioned to undertake a study entitled "Training in the Country for the Country; A Review of the Proposed Undergraduate Veterinary Course" by the Charles Sturt University. The objective of the study was to gain a clearer idea of the demand for veterinary training, both from the perspective of undergraduates and the likely market for graduates. Institute Members Prof J L Falvey, John Leake, Dr Eyrl Pitt and Wayne Haslam provided input to the study and discussed ideas on a ‘pro bono’ basis as a Development Fund Activity. Since this activity Dr Haslam has found employment in a professional veterinary practice in NSW.
2001 - 2002 Dr Mark Sargeant
Mark Sargeant, a graduate of La Trobe University was sponsored by the Development fund to complete an honours degree at La Trobe and a Master’s Degree in Agricultural Science at The University of Melbourne. His area of study was in the productive use of Halophytes in Australia’s rapidly growing areas of dry land salinity. Since and during the time of this activity Mr Sargeant joined the staff of NyPa Australia as an agronomist. As part of this activity he traveled to see other saline sites in Mexico, south west USA, United Arab Emirates and Spain. AusIndustry was a major sponsor for this also.
Since completing his masters degree Mr Sargeant completed his PhD at Latrobe associated with an Australian Research Council Grant to investigate establishment issues with Distichlis species and to describe the environmental impact of using Distichlis species in saline discharge areas. Dr Sargeant has since established his own contract research company see http://www.optiag.com.au/ ,
Mark Sargeant, a graduate of La Trobe University was sponsored by the Development fund to complete an honours degree at La Trobe and a Master’s Degree in Agricultural Science at The University of Melbourne. His area of study was in the productive use of Halophytes in Australia’s rapidly growing areas of dry land salinity. Since and during the time of this activity Mr Sargeant joined the staff of NyPa Australia as an agronomist. As part of this activity he traveled to see other saline sites in Mexico, south west USA, United Arab Emirates and Spain. AusIndustry was a major sponsor for this also.
Since completing his masters degree Mr Sargeant completed his PhD at Latrobe associated with an Australian Research Council Grant to investigate establishment issues with Distichlis species and to describe the environmental impact of using Distichlis species in saline discharge areas. Dr Sargeant has since established his own contract research company see http://www.optiag.com.au/ ,
2001-2003 Ms Helen Leake
Ms Helen Leake, a graduate of the Australian National University (ANU), faculty of Asian Studies (Chancellor Letter of Recommendation & 2002 Dean's Letter of Commendation, Asian Studies Faculty 2002) has provided inputs to IID activities in Myanmar for UNDCP by identifying training facilities in Changmai suitable for officials from Myanmar. She has also provided inputs to a Study regarding the relocation of the Mekong River Commission from Phnom Penh to Vientiane. She also participated in an IID study tour in parts of the Shan and Kachin States in Myanmar in 2003
Ms Helen Leake, a graduate of the Australian National University (ANU), faculty of Asian Studies (Chancellor Letter of Recommendation & 2002 Dean's Letter of Commendation, Asian Studies Faculty 2002) has provided inputs to IID activities in Myanmar for UNDCP by identifying training facilities in Changmai suitable for officials from Myanmar. She has also provided inputs to a Study regarding the relocation of the Mekong River Commission from Phnom Penh to Vientiane. She also participated in an IID study tour in parts of the Shan and Kachin States in Myanmar in 2003
2000 - Stuart Higgins
Winner of A Vincent Fairfax award, some time cotton farmer and Walkerly Award winning radio broadcaster see http://www.abc.net.au/landline/stories/s811293.htm <http://www.abc.net.au/landline/stories/s811293.htm > , was IID's first Intern
He spent 3 months in 2000 working with IID as part of a Intern contract to develop a new Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry for the Mekong River Commission Secretariat. This involved field work in each of the key Mekong Basin countries Thailand Vietnam Lao Pdr and Cambodia. He has since built a career in international consulting for a range of Development Agencies and currently lives in Bali.
Winner of A Vincent Fairfax award, some time cotton farmer and Walkerly Award winning radio broadcaster see http://www.abc.net.au/landline/stories/s811293.htm <http://www.abc.net.au/landline/stories/s811293.htm > , was IID's first Intern
He spent 3 months in 2000 working with IID as part of a Intern contract to develop a new Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry for the Mekong River Commission Secretariat. This involved field work in each of the key Mekong Basin countries Thailand Vietnam Lao Pdr and Cambodia. He has since built a career in international consulting for a range of Development Agencies and currently lives in Bali.