Henry Robinson
Durham
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in counselling, fundraising, and financial management. As Head Peer Counsellor at the International School of Geneva, enhanced student experiences through empathetic listening and risk assessment. Successfully organised fundraising events, raising over 2,000 pounds for refugee camps by leveraging strategic planning and team collaboration. Currently serving as Treasurer at Wrongtree Theatre Company, managing financial operations and aligning treasury activities with business objectives. Demonstrates strong decision-making skills, problem resolution capabilities, and a commitment to client engagement. Aspires to further develop expertise in financial strategy and organisational leadership.
Overview
3
3
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasurer
Wrongtree Theatre Company
Durham, United Kingdom
06.2026 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivables, raising invoices, reconciling accounts and processing cash transactions.
- Reported on financial situation to guide decision-making and budget formulation.
- Additionally participated in debates and votes on the general company, suggesting various plays that could be put on.
- Collaborated with senior management to align treasury activities with overall business strategy and objectives.
- Assessed financial strengths and weaknesses of company strategy.
- Coordinated with external auditors and regulatory bodies, facilitating compliance with financial regulations and standards.
Fundraising Work
Banya Hwang
, Switzerland
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Organised fundraising events such as an inter-scholastic cricket game in order to raise funds for refugee camps in and around Geneva.
- Ultimately raised upwards of 2,000 pounds, which I subsequently allocated towards buying sport equipment for the refugee camps to utilize.
- Conducted correspondence with the heads of refugee camps as well as the school board to maintain clarity throughout.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Collaborated with team members to exceed fundraising targets through strategic planning and teamwork.
- Identified challenges within fundraising initiatives and implemented effective solutions to improve outcomes.
- Prepared a range of written communications, documents and reports.
- Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Head Peer Counsellor
International School of Geneva
Founex, Switzerland
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Worked with students from lower years to enhance their school experience by nurturing a trust between student and counsellor.
- Encouraged students to become open and talk about their feelings using motivation, empathy and support.
- Collaborated with teachers to facilitate student support, presenting detailed reports to initiate assistance from higher authorities.
- Created safe space for peers with strong emphasis on safeguarding.
- Assessed risks and needs of each person, tailoring approach to match individual.
- Provided warm, welcoming service, communicating empathetically with diverse individuals to address their unique needs.
- Used quick decision-making skills to provide astute, on-the-spot answers to students' concerns.
Education
Undergraduate - History
Durham University
Durham 2025 - Current
International Baccalaureate -
La Chataigneraie
Founex, Switzerland 2012 - 2025
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Decision making
- Fundraising strategy
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Client engagement
- Customer Service
- Multitasking efficiency
- Stress resilience
- Empathetic listening
- Patience and empathy
Languages
English
First Language
French
Upper Intermediate
B2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Treasurer
Wrongtree Theatre Company
06.2026 - Current
Fundraising Work
Banya Hwang
09.2025 - 07.2026
Head Peer Counsellor
International School of Geneva
09.2024 - 07.2025
International Baccalaureate -
La Chataigneraie
2012 - 2025
Undergraduate - History
Durham University
2025 - Current