David Prettyman Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Morrisville, Nc, Us

- IEM's General Reservists deploy when disaster strikes in communities across the country and world-wide. General Reservists have the ability and willingness to deploy worldwide within 24-to-72 hours of notification for 30-90 days.- Currently serving as Task Validation Specialist for IEM's Puerto Rico Critical Infrastructure Program while working remotely from home in New York, New York- From January-March 2024 managed two migrant shelters operated by the Denver Department of Human Services under a contract between IEM and the State of Colorado- Worked alternating 12-hour shifts between two hotel-based shelters housing up to 650 migrants consisting of both individuals and families- Organized and supervise 10-15 Emergency Shelter Workers per shift covering guest intake, data entry, meal distribution, hygiene, sanitation, exit travel, health care, and other migrant services - Guaranteed security and safety of shelter guests and staff by coordinating security and logistics- Prepared timely and detailed reporting on critical incidents to Denver City and the State of Colorado- Provided training and coaching for shelter staff and report any staffing issues to City of Denver- Developed and utilized resources and activities for migrant guests with the goal of providing information on housing, employment, health care and immigration

- Guides community-based organizations (CBOs) in the process of applying for grants from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Community Change Grant program created by Congress through the Inflation Reduction Act to provide $2 billion in funding to address climate change and pollution while promoting environmental justice in disadvantaged communities throughout the United States- Worked closely on a part-time as needed basis with nine communities applying for technical assistance, grants totaling $180 million- Builds strong relationships with individuals and CBOs on the ground, understanding their unique challenges and circumstances- Facilitates technical assistance training sessions to build capacity of communities to implement environmental and climate justice projects- Determines the needs of CBOs for technical assistance to implement grants with budgets ranging from $1-20 million

Evanston, Illinois, Us

- Provided management support for California Departments of Social Services and Public Health at three Testing, Vaccination and Resource Centers for migrants and asylum seekers in four shelters along the border region of California- Promoted smooth operations including management of shelter staff and reported critical issues to leadership in a timely manner- Provided strategic direction in management of the shelters and recommended changes to program services and workflows with a focus on logistics, procurement, security, safety and transport- Worked 12-hour shifts to monitor compliance with applicable policy and procedures- Coordinated with various California State agencies and vendors to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, resolve problems, and identify opportunities for improvement- Prepared timely and detailed reporting on critical incidents- Supported program efforts to maintain a positive experience for migrants and asylum seekers utilizing shelter and medical services- Hired through a contract between the California Department of Public Health and Hagerty Consulting

Stamford, Ct, Us

Assignments with Americares included Chief of Party for the USAID-funded Community Partnerships for Respectful Care Project and team leader for earthquake response in Indonesia providing medical supplies and equipment as well as Mental Health/Psycho-Social Support for communities and health workers impacted by the Sept 2018 earthquake/tsunami in Central Sulawesi. Achievements include managing start-up during Covid-19 pandemic of $25 million RMNCH project in Liberia and Tanzania; constructing 14 Reproductive Health Posts and providing MHPSS training and support for 135 nurse midwives in Indonesia; providing grants to local NGOs in Indonesia and Samoa; and leading teams of health care workers to Samoa and the Marshall Islands responding to measles and dengue fever outbreaks.

Brooklyn, New York, Us

City Harvest is a wonderful organization dedicated finding a solution to the problem hunger in New York City. I was very happy working with them as a part-time coordinator and volunteer while waiting for the long term assignments to become available.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Prepared cost applications for government and foundation donors including DfID, USAID, the Dutch, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Hewlett Foundation and other private foundations. EngenderHealth is a leading global women's health organization committed to working toward a world where sexual and reproductive rights are respected as human rights and women and girls have the freedom to reach their full potential. A great organization but unfortunately in 2018 they decided to close their New York City office and relocate to Washington, DC.

Stamford, Ct, Us

LIBERIA INTERIM COUNTRY DIRECTOR (Dec 2014-March 2015)• Three month assignment as Interim Country Director for Americares based in Monrovia, Liberia• Focus of Americares program in Liberia was to address the Ebola epidemic and provide grant funding for restoration of the public health system in Grand Bassa County• Oversaw development and implementation of multi-year program with a $4.5 million budget funded by Paul Allen Foundation and other private and public donors.• Ensured the security, health and safety of ten Americares staff in Liberia, both international and host country nationals• Guaranteed sound financial management and control of donor and Americares funds, and ensured due diligence in selection of local grant partners• Represented Americares with the government of Liberia and liaised with donors to identify new sources of fundingEARTHQUAKE RESPONSE TEAM LEADER (May-June 2015)• Short-term assignment as Team Leader based in Kathmandu, Nepal• Oversaw distribution of $20 million of relief supplies and quick impact grants to 15 local implementing partners• Initiated development of a three-year $5.0 million small grants program to address health care issues related to the April 25 earthquake (maternal child health; psycho-social support; disaster risk reduction; reconstruction of health care facilities)• Established field office operations including hiring of local staff, developing procedures for financial control, registering as a legal entity, and logistics management SHORT-TERM GRANTS PROPOSAL CONSULTANT (July-November 2015)Successfully completed four-month assignment to:* Identify viable funding opportunities* Develop proposal development process* Assist in grant writing and development of concept papers* Assist with converting successful proposals into feasible work plans

New York, Ny, Us

Responsible for coordinating new program development efforts, managing major international programs, and managed grants to local implementing partner organizations. Managed $1 million program budget and traveled extensively to provide technical and managerial leadership. Led fundraising efforts that included $3 million in grant proposals to foundations, corporations and U.S. government agencies with 30% success rate. Coordinated strategic planning efforts and supervised more than 20 staff and volunteers in four countries (Vietnam, Laos, Burma, Iraq). Researched and wrote grant proposals to foundations, corporations and U.S. government agencies. Oversaw development and maintenance of HDI website (www.thehdi.org). Ensured fulfillment of registration and other legal requirements in program countries. Managed program budgets and tracking of field expenditures. Traveled extensively to program sites to provide technical and managerial oversight.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Managed basic education development program in Laos benefiting 20,000 children in 150 primary schools. Ensured effective budgeting of financial resources in compliance with donor policies and procedures ($3 million annual budget). Managed program team of 40 professional and support staff in Laos. Supported implementation of education and food security programs in fifteen countries in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Developed and implemented fundraising strategies, conceptualized innovative programs and wrote proposals for USAID and USDA funding. Provided technical assistance for basic education and health programs in Liberia, Laos, and Cambodia. Improved operational support to IRD field offices (Liberia, Afghanistan, Indonesia, Zimbabwe, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, etc.)

Stamford, Ct, Us

Identified and developed tsunami relief and recovery program in 14 districts of Aceh and Nias. Managed grants to 32 partner agencies for health, livelihoods and education projects valued at more than $20 million. Led in-country operations including establishment of offices, recruitment of staff, budgeting, financial reporting and program close-out. Supervised 20 professional and support staff. Ensured compliance with donor requirements and with national and local government regulations. Served as Acting Country Director during start-up period for AmeriCares India. Based in Jakarta, Aceh and Mumbai.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Provided technical support and monitored implementation of programs in Indonesia, Cambodia and Sri Lanka. Networked with bilateral and multi-lateral donors to identify new business opportunities. Designed programs and prepared proposals for education and food security projects in Vietnam, the Philippines and Laos. Ensured compliance with donor and government regulations. Managed program start-up activities including registration with local government, recruitment and training of new staff, and preparation of standard operating procedures.

M.S., Development Management

B.A., History