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Denver, Co, Us

Denver, Colorado, United States

Built and administered systems for a new department focused on expanding the reach of Water for People’s expertise. • Developed and monitored a project opportunity tracking system that effectively managed the pipeline of projects from idea to implementation• Set-up projects using internal systems including contracting coordination and review, budget and schedule tracking, and project team communications• Tracked project progress and followed up with various stakeholders to ensure established goals were met• Drafted proposals for various funding opportunities and helped manage the progression of such proposals from initiation to finalization

Bethesda, Maryland

Managed and developed communication and knowledge management products to capture lessons learned and best practices from two multi-million dollar projects focused on global health.• Managed the production of publications for the SHOPS Plus project, including overseeing content, managing timelines, facilitating translation, and implementing multi-channel dissemination.• Headed the production of 12 virtual learning events that reached viewers in over 55 countries and captured the attention of key health system practitioners, including managing content development, developing event flow and agenda, managing speaker logistics, and overseeing day-of execution • Managed technical aspects of six in-person events, including facilitating staffing and technology contracts, securing and liaising with speakers, overseeing event agendas, and facilitating day-of production• Conceptualized the transformation of a paper-based guide designed to help ministries of health diagnose financial inefficiencies into a user-friendly, interactive website using Articulate Rise• Collaborated with the Botswana Ministry of Health to design a communication strategy aimed at improving internal buy-in of new health financing strategy• Analyzed progress of communications initiatives and made recommendations for improvement

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Coordinated with technical experts to develop and implement communication and knowledge management strategies to improve the organization’s response to malaria, pneumonia, and sanitation issues at a global level.• Successfully oversaw the department’s presence at 10 global conferences and meetings comprised of high-level malaria and water and sanitation practitioners, including developing organizational key messages, executing panel discussions, and managing event collateral•Coordinated logistics of the malaria department’s learning retreats and various end-of-project events to promote continued learning and collaboration among in-country teams• Built capacity of in-country teams to develop engaging communication materials by facilitating storytelling and communication messaging workshops• Led the development of a communication plan for the DFID-funded DEFEAT Malaria project in the Democratic Republic of Congo and oversaw all communication activities• Synthesized health area and project specific learning and success stories into content for briefs, booklets, presentations, blog posts, and social media campaigns to reach specified audiences

Worked to strengthen INEE’s role in developing standards and tools geared towards enhancing the effectiveness of education programming in emergency settings. • Prepared and disseminated relevant information to over 11,000 members/ humanitarian practitioners through newsletters, articles, and website content• Collaborated with regional, national and country-based colleagues to promote and distribute various INEE resources and materials • Researched and analyzed studies, reports, and briefings to produce up-to-date content on 16 different crises within the INEE Education in Emergencies Crisis Spotlights series

Greater Denver Area

Provided Limited English Proficient (LEP) adults with pre-employment, financial literacy, and English language instruction in order to enable them to be self-sufficient members of society.• Designed and implemented a program for adults with little to no educational background that effectively served over 200 refugees• Developed, adjusted, and monitored curriculum based on needs of incoming populations and changing funding sources• Coordinated closely with refugee resettlement agencies and various non-profits to address new and evolving challenges of specific populations• Employed multiple teaching styles to match learning styles and language needs of students• Monitored student success including collecting and analyzing data necessary to ensure continued funding • Worked closely with students, frequently identifying and finding solutions for unmet needs

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Worked alongside the USAU to strengthen democratic institutions, promote peace and stability, and support economic development within African Union (AU) member states.• Prepared analytical briefs for Washington on the African Union’s response to the International Criminal Court and the South Sudan crisis • Attended high-profile meetings related to current peace and security concerns within Africa and engaged in political reporting for Washington based on such meetings• Supported Mission’s public affairs programming, including conducting potential visitor outreach and coordinating logistics of visiting scholars and interlocutors

Hunan, China

• Taught verbal and aural English to 14 multilevel classes comprised of 55-80 high school age students• Supported education development efforts as a volunteer in an underserved community• Evaluated and consulted on educational practices at a Provincial and individual school level • Created and implemented various clubs to facilitate a cultural understanding between students in China and the U.S. as well as to promote students confidence in English

Boston, Ma

• Successfully implemented and tracked numerous marketing initiatives from beginning to end in order to produce financial profitability and meet company goals • Gathered, compiled and analyzed data on a weekly and monthly basis to assess the marketing exposure and performance of each product• Evaluated changes in company performance and identified new ways to enhance the effectiveness of various business and marketing initiatives • Tracked and maintained a strict budget and analyzed cost-benefit analysis of various marketing initiatives based on given budget • Developed comprehensive reports on the effectiveness of numerous business initiatives and presented them to senior level management• Composed, edited, and revised material for company websites, blogs, and guidebooks

Boston, Ma

• Served as the initial point of contact for all customer and partners issues via email and phone • Assisted marketing department in gaining product exposure on numerous social networking sites • Maintained records of all orders and order fulfillment • Reviewed accuracy of sales vouchers and input into system databases

Master'S Degree, International Human Rights With Certificate In Humanitarian Assistance

Activities and Societies: Students for Africa, STATA WorkshopCourse paper samples include: "Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Systems.

Bachelor'S Degree, Business

Activities and Societies: CU Freestyle Ski Team, Sports Marketing Club, Dean's List