Coordinator of the cultural and technical aspects of 5 large swim events within Italy in support of the European Forces Swim League. Duties include interfacing with over 20 high level dignitaries, 10 swimming pool directors, 10 hotel managers, 30 vendors, 20 sponsors of international swim meet, Regional Divisional and Long-Distance Championships for 16 visiting teams from Belgium, Germany, Portugal, Spain, The Netherlands, United Kingdom and other Italian regions.

The position required to develop, allocate, manage, schedule over 20 recreational projects designed to enrich the cultural experiences of 300+ Italian professionals and their families living abroad in Washington D.C. Applied analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of those programs through budgeting, short and long-range planning, research and developing business plans for short and long-range implementation and administration. Ensured successful budget execution designed to maximize organizational goals, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Work included internal review and control, manpower utilization and improvement. Supervised five (5) activity coordinators positions. Used Microsoft PowerPoint software for presentations and Microsoft Word and Excel to develop spreadsheets, maintain data and generate reports. Helped to negotiate partnerships with other organizations on behalf of the organization. The position required a high level of tact and diplomacy to effectively communicate intro-agency and inter agency wide.

Job involved the planning, budget management and organization of 16 medium to large-sized community events which included charity bazaars, social gatherings, and the annual Seventeenth century themed Venetian Grand Ball for 400 guests. Recognized for excellence in public relations and interfacing with 40 high official dignitaries from different nations. Prepared and typed correspondence, reports or similar material from brief notes. Acted as liaison with 20 companies and organizations to coordinate financial, logistical and material support for events sponsored by the Italian Embassy.

Monitored and assisted in the preparation of the Deputy Program Management Division annual budget and arranged for timely submission of required information which involved tracking the $750 million budget designated to the Sigonella Naval and Operational Bases Recapitalization Project involving over 40 commands during a four-year execution plan. Reviewed incoming regulations, policy statements and directives. Maintained reviewed, analyzed and evaluated internal procedures of programs and made recommendations regarding efficiency of administrative policies, procedures and programs based on needs of the organization. Applied laws, regulation and policies for funds expenditures requests to assure that were proper, justified, and timely. Managed data, elements, and generated reports. Monitored financial obligations throughout the execution phase of the budget. Maintained budget data for the availability of funds. Quarterly reviewed financial records, analyzed cost estimates, performed cost monitoring, and advised on fiscal planning to maintain budgetary guidelines and consistency in operations. Provided guidance and assistance on applicable procedures and instructions to other clerical personnel in the office. Coordinated the daily administrative activities in support of 10 military and civilian engineers and 6 civilian technicians. Supervised and monitored one administrative employee’s performance and reviewed his personnel performance standards. Used Microsoft Word to prepare correspondence, memorandums and other types of documents. Used Microsoft Excel to develop spreadsheets to create, monitor, maintain or update data.

Assisted in completion of special projects using quality improvement tools, techniques and methods to assess organizational performance. Regularly acting as the Professional Affairs/Performance Improvement Coordinator consulting and coordinating the assessment and evaluation of critical patient safety and patient care functions, utilizing quality improvement tools, techniques and methods, statistical process relative to health care practice with programs and improvement initiatives. Facilitating collaboration and communication between appropriate services to meet goals and objectives in support of the Naval Hospital Naples mission, vision and goals. Assisted in maintaining a repository of The Joint Commission (TJC), and Inspector General (IG) reference material. Knowledge and usage of the management of health care delivery systems and operating platforms (e.g. Composite Health Care Delivery System (CHCS)) and maintaining license, registration, certification, education, and prime source verification documentation for over 120 credentialed hospital clinical providers and visiting reservists at the Naval Hospital and its 3 Branch Medical Clinics. Performed a variety of Quality Assurance/Management tasks to ensure license requirements were current and providers were practicing within their scopes of care in accordance with The Joint Commission (TJC). Maintained the automated Centralized Credentials Quality Assurance System (CCQAS) credentialing files on all credentialed providers for tracking and continuity in privileges and maintenance of MTF accreditation. Conducted continuous audits of files, gathering information, identifying and analyzing data and issues, and developing recommendations related to efficient operation of the organization. Assisted in reviewing and updating written Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) manuals, developed periodic performance measurements and improvement reports for the Command in compliance with TJC standards and intents.