OUR TEAM
SANITI has a Student President, two Advocates, General Manager, a Marketing and International Activities Coordinator, an Employment Coordinator, Projects Coordinator, Event Coordinator and support staff
ALISON HART
General Manager
JAYCOB BROWN
Operations Manager
ASHLEIGH MCNEILLY
Project Coordinator
JESS DONALDSON
Student Advocate
JOSIAH O'CONNELL
Employment Coordinator
SHINN KRAMMER
Student President
ALYSSA WATSON
*Currently on Maternity Leave*
Marketing Coordinator
ALISON HART
Hi, I'm Alison, my role is to oversee the running of the Association for the past, the present and future students. Basically this involves managing contracts, staff, finances and meeting the legal requirements of being an incorporated society and registered charity.
All that is a bit dry, but fortunately we are a small team, I still get to work on the events, international activities and walk the campus putting up posters.
With a background in management and dispute resolution, I enjoy working with students, seeing them develop new skills, be successful with their studies and more into their careers. With over 15 years in the role, I am lucky enough to still be in contact with many of the students who have held positions within the Association.
I love finishing with graduation's every year, seeing students and their family celebrating success and knowing chances are that somewhere along the way, they have attended a SANITI event or received support from one of the other services provided by the Association.
JAYCOB BROWN
Kia ora! My name is Jaycob, I am a student advocate and the event manager for SANITI. While both jobs are very different, it means I get to meet all sorts of people. My job(s) range from working one on one with individuals and supporting people through hard times to cooking up a storm on the bbq’s and feeding a crowd. If you feeling like a catch up or you fancy a chat, drop by. Chances are I’ll also have snacks on me.
I was born in Whanganui and since then have lived in all larger cities around NZ. I’ve travelled to other countries and still love our little country in the pacific.
I enjoy staying at home cause low key I’m a nana, it gives the opportunity to embrace one of my greatest passions. Gaming! Being a home body means I get to cook for mates and hang out. I enjoy short walks on the beach hopefully eating an ice-cream.
(027) 545 7495
ASHLEIGH MCNEILLY
Kia ora, I’m Ashleigh the Projects Coordinator here at SANITI.
I have recently returned to sunny Nelson from the capital city - Wellington! With me I bring some experience from the events scene up there, working for Wellington Lantern Festival & Wellington Night Market. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media Studies and really enjoy being creative, some of my hobbies include swimming, camping and movie marathons.
My role here at SANITI involves creating and delivering some awesome projects and events for you guys as well as contributing to the Programme Rep coordination! I’m stoked to be part of such a cool team and get stuck in with some mahi.
Come say hi, I’ll be at the front desk, look forward to seeing you soon!
JESS DONALDSON
Kia ora!
I'm Jess from Northern Ireland and have recently moved to Nelson to experience the sun (us Irish folk, aren't used to the sun lasting more than a couple of weeks a year!) and get to enjoy/explore this beautiful part of the world.
As your newest edition to the Student Advocate team, I'm a qualified social worker and here to support you with managing stress and wellbeing. If you're having problems with your studies and need some support in resolving problems or having someone to speak up for you - I'm here to navigate those issues with you. And finally, I can help out with any finance-related issues e.g. Studylink, WINZ and Hardship grants.
I love working alongside and supporting people, happy to be there through the good & the bad - so come by SANITI to arrange to speak with me or contact me via email/phone.
JOSIAH O'CONNELL
Howdy! I’m Josiah the Employment Coordinator at SANITI.
I was born in Nelson but have moved away a few times, each time I leave though, I end up right back here in the sunshine capital.
My job here at SANITI is to help you become fully equipped to hit the job market with an ace CV and perfectly crafted cover letter. Not only that but I will help you practise interviews and prepare you for all the curly questions an employer may fire your way. You may also spot me in your class going over what to do to get that job you want.
I love working with people, whether it be the fantastic students of NMIT or the awesome team here at SANITI, people are what it's all about. Come in and say hello any time, I'm always free for a pow wow about employment.
SHINN KRAMMER
Kia Ora! I’m Shinn Krammer. I am the current Student President for SANITI. My main role is to ensure student voices are being heard here at NMIT and nationally. I have committed myself to representing the student body on council and want to understand the issues at hand for students today while pushing for equity and fairness.
Since I am an IT student, I spend most of my time typing away at a keyboard on top of the typing I do at the SANITI office. But even though I have a deep love for writing up code, SQL queries and board report, I love a good yarn with some fellow student much more. So, if you see me around campus, I am more than happy to grab a coffee and sit down for a chat.
ALYSSA WATSON
*Currently on Maternity Leave*