Aurora Difiore Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Increase the visibility of the Critical Language Scholarship Program through communications and social media.• Develop and manage online and social media content strategy that communicates CLS program impact, alumni accomplishments, and furthers recruitment and DEIA goals.• Increase engagement of the CLS advisor community by launching Advisor Chat, a monthly web series featuring CLS advisors. • Develop institution contact lists and outreach messaging for student and advisor recruitment at target U.S. institutions. • Manage, analyze, and collect data on social media performance to inform strategy and develop reports. • Present on the CLS Program in person and virtually to higher education institutions and other stakeholders for student and advisor recruitment. • Serve as a contact for CLS advisors, students and reviewers on application eligibility and selection criteria for CLS and CLS Spark. • Assist Selection and Recruitment Manager in managing CLS representation at national conferences and industry events including arranging travel and tracking conference dates and timelines.

Arlington

• Created and executed mass mailing campaigns to ISEP members on a weekly basis communicating new resources, programs, and other member benefits•. Managed all ISEP social media accounts and the development of a new social media strategy for furthering student recruitment and brand awareness through social takeovers•. Oversaw new ISEP Digital Ambassador Program providing guidance, scheduling content, and organizing social events• Managed ISEP events including creating event budgets, communicating with caterers, vendors, and managing day-of-event operations• Found creative solutions to budget constraints by using unconventional spaces and negotiating rates• Wrote copy for marketing materials that aligned with new ISEP branding and strategic goals• Collaborated with marketing team to create effective marketing materials for ISEP events• Designed events around ISEP’s recruitment goals and used participant feedback to measure event outcomes• Managed ISEP’s info box, answering external inquiries and serving as the first point of contact between the public and the ISEP brand

Tysons Corner, Va

• Led Tysons Corner to number one in charity pot sales for fiscal year 2019, totaling $90,713 in FY ‘19. • Built connections with local Charity Pot partners, identified potential new partners, and hosted job fair to recruit a charity pot team for Tysons Corner Lush. • Connected with Washington DC charity pot partners through online correspondence and attended networking events with Lush ethical campaign partners. • Developed new and creative tools (tracking system, staff personal challenge, training materials), to create a passionate team and drive ethical campaign sales to the highest for Lush North America.

• Maintained relationship with major donor U.S. Dept. of Agriculture and cultivated effective communication with WFP colleagues and program stakeholders internationally. • Managed Partnership team’s SharePoint site, wrote and organized funding documents, and entered data through Food Aid Information System (FAIS). • Crafted documents on organizational messaging, country office guidance materials, and prepared speaking points and PowerPoint presentations for the Senior Government Officer. • Created a reference library summarizing over 35 academic articles on health, gender parity and agricultural development to bolster WFP’s grant applications.• Wrote content and designed layout of executive summaries for seven country offices highlighting WFP's organizational expertise and key program innovations. • Managed key project deadlines including the editing and data-entry of over 20 semi-annual reports to the USDA. • Crafted a survey and organized findings that provided insights on how to improve guidance and support for future McGovern-Dole proposals.

• Recruited, managed, and trained volunteer team on the creation of copy, layout and other design elements for Charge Up’s first series of marketing materials. • Launched Charge’s Up digital presence, managed social media channels and generated content that led to a sharp increase in online followers.• Collaborated with stakeholders to develop brand strategy for Charge Up including developing a dynamic new: logo, tagline, mission statement, and key messages. • Organized, engaged, and led communications task-force meetings which included executive directors of over 18 greater D.C. non-profits, using strong interpersonal skills to create a cohesive team.• Wrote content and oversaw consistent branding online and in print media.• Launched Charge’s Up digital presence, managed social media channels and generated content that led to a sharp increase in online followers.

• Identified barriers to low-income access to the SNAP program and planned awareness events in areas targeting underserved populations. • Increased use of the SNAP at market program by over 30% through community outreach and volunteer management. • Recruited and trained volunteers to operate the EBT machine and administer the SNAP program at participating farmers markets. • Collaborated with community stakeholders to increase accessibility for seniors and working families. • Advocated for the SNAP program through grant writing and hosting information sessions. • Managed regular communication with volunteers and partner organizations.

Fredericksburg Virginia

• Taught sociology and anthropology undergraduate-level course material in a way consistent with student's learning style. • Provided guidance and informed student of additional academic resources that helped to improve student's success in the course and academic achievement overall.

Master’S Degree, Public Policy Analysis, 3.9

Activities and Societies: Seymour Martin Lipset Scholar,awarded for academic excellence in the field of policy and sociology. Awarded.

Bachelor’S Degree, Sociology, 4.0, Summa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: President and founder of University of Mary Washington Culture Club International student mentor.