Yvonne Smith, Project Officer for COTA NT

Yvonne Smith

Project Officer

Yvonne began working at COTA NT as a volunteer and has now worked at COTA NT for two years.  Yvonne initially worked in administration and more recently as a Project Officer on the NT Seniors Card program managed by COTA NT. 

Yvonne first moved to the Northern Territory in 1977, leaving in 1997 to further her career prospects.  Her past employment was that of an archivist and records manager in the Australian Public Service and as a sales representative and merchandiser for several global companies.   

Yvonne returned to Darwin six years ago to care for her brother who had a terminal illness. She also cares for her mother and granddaughter.