Jenessa O'connell
About Jenessa O'connell
Jenessa O'Connell is a Manager at KPMG Australia and a member of the Nominations Committee at YWCA Australia. She has extensive experience in IT Service Management and Project Management, and has received multiple awards for her contributions to the field.
Work at KPMG Australia
Jenessa O'Connell currently holds the position of Manager at KPMG Australia, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she utilizes her extensive experience in IT Service Management and Project Management to address client challenges and deliver tailored solutions. Prior to her current role, she served as a Senior Consultant at KPMG Australia for seven months, where she further developed her skills in strategic innovation and client engagement.
Experience at Fujitsu Australia Limited
Jenessa O'Connell has a substantial background with Fujitsu Australia Limited, where she held several positions from 2016 to 2020. Her roles included Incident Management Analyst, ITSM Process Manager, Service Delivery Lead, and Federal Operations Centre Lead. Throughout her tenure, she gained comprehensive experience in IT Service Management and Project Management, contributing to various government departments and enhancing service delivery processes.
Education and Expertise
Jenessa O'Connell earned a Bachelor of Global Security from Murdoch University, focusing on Terrorism and Counterterrorism Operations, from 2019 to 2021. She also completed a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management at the Australian College of Commerce & Management from 2016 to 2017. Her educational background supports her expertise in strategic innovation and client relationship management within the IT sector.
Achievements in Women's Leadership
Jenessa O'Connell has been recognized for her contributions to women's leadership in the technology sector. She received the first Women in ICT Emerging Leader award in 2019 and the ARN Women in ICT Rising Star award in 2020. Additionally, she co-chaired the Canberra International Women's Day Committee, leading significant fundraising efforts for UN Women Australia, showcasing her commitment to community engagement and women's empowerment.
Involvement with WIC Women in ICT
Since 2020, Jenessa O'Connell has served as a Board Committee Member for WIC Women in ICT in Canberra, Australia. In this role, she contributes to initiatives aimed at promoting women's participation and leadership in the ICT industry. Her involvement reflects her dedication to fostering an inclusive environment and supporting the advancement of women in technology.