Program manager for the Christine Mirzayan Science Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship and the New Voices in Science, Engineering, and Medicine Program. I support the development and mobilization of early- and mid-career scientists domestically and globally as part of the Science and Engineering Capacity Development theme in the Policy and Global Affairs division at National Academies.

Manage programmatic and curricular planning for the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders at 28 universities offering intensive six-week leadership programs to 700 leaders from 49 countries. Liaise with U.S. Department of State funders and provide budgetary oversight of $2.25 million subgrants annually. Manage disability accommodations and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training for 28 university partners. Supervise program staff and provide strategic direction to 27+ university staff in nine locations to ensure successful program implementation and compliance with U.S. federal government priorities and grant requirements.

Managed all planning and implementation aspects of the Reciprocal Exchange Award, which administers travel grants for 100+ American Awardees to implement short-term projects in sub-Saharan Africa each year. Managed all program processes including drafting applications, coordinating selection panels, monitoring activities, creating key program documents, and managing grant deliverables. Served as the primary contact for program participants, updating program materials, maintaining Salesforce database and processing award payments. Supervised and provided direction to junior staff, subcontractors, and consultants. Liaised with U.S. Department of State funders and assisted with new business development.

Developed proposals and implemented grant and customized programs addressing the academic, professional, and cultural needs of 200+ international visitors and students each year. Coordinated event logistics including arranging relevant speakers, event venues, accommodation, transportation, catered meals, networking activities, site visits, and more. Prepared budgets, tracked expenses, and provided financial accountability for a total of $350K in program funds. Submitted USG grant deliverables including expense reports and budget narratives. Interviewed, trained, and supervised program assistants, interns, and volunteers. Recruited and organized members for three steering committees and implemented their visions. Developed and maintained relationships with 150+ local businesses and nonprofits including alumni donors, U.S. State Department officials, and grant managers. Created online surveys and monitoring & evaluation tools to gather program data for internal and external objectives.

Scheduled and organized logistics for 20+ person film crews on five independent and student film sets. Hired and coordinated crew, managed equipment procurement, troubleshot logistical challenges, organized transportation and reimbursement procedures, provided artistic direction and support, and ensured high-quality food and care for all members of the team.

Taught undergraduate-level labs for Avid editing and production courses and supported professors in the preparation of lab materials, created lesson plans and instruction materials, mentored students in project development and execution.

Troubleshot technical problems for computer lab users in Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, Photoshop, InDesign and a variety of media management/conversion programs. Provided general computer troubleshooting for Mac OSX systems. Assisted with media reproduction.

Provided daily professional and emotional support to over 130 volunteers in the field; Facilitated communication between staff and volunteers; Led volunteer training sessions on Project & Design Management and TEFL Teacher Training; Organized nationwide volunteer initiatives.

Taught English to 60+ elementary and secondary school students and community members; Built teaching capacity and English skills in Mongolian English teachers; Prepared students for TOEFL exam; Assisted with curriculum development; Facilitated community driven projects.

Taught intensive English course to beginner-level adults from five different countries at school for unemployed citizens. Designed all curriculum and lesson plans.