Elizabeth Baires Email & Phone Number

Manassas, Va, Us

As Senior Manager of Operations and Development at Coworker.org, I led a comprehensive transformation of our fundraising strategy, shifting it from an individual responsibility to a collaborative, team-based effort. By fostering collective ownership, we enhanced both efficiency and effectiveness, securing over $800,000 in grant renewals and supporting a $3M+ nonprofit budget. I also spearheaded the creation of a robust system for data collection and analysis, resulting in impactful reports for foundations and philanthropic partners.In this role, I identified and implemented cutting-edge project management tools to streamline grant administration, developed compelling funder reports, and worked closely with external consultants to craft dynamic marketing strategies. My efforts not only strengthened funder relationships but also ensured seamless communication between the executive team, funders, and external partners.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

As Program Manager at Coworker.org, I led efforts to enhance operations and foster a positive organizational culture. On the operations side, I streamlined policies and procedures, managed key relationships with our fiscal sponsor and external consultants, and ensured smooth execution of contracts, payments, and deliverables. I also provided logistical support to the executive team and delivered detailed reports. On the culture front, I shaped the organization's cultural vision, built strong relationships to understand staff needs, and led the design and execution of monthly cultural programs and annual retreats for our remote team.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

815 16Th St Nw Washington, D.C. 20006

In this position, I served the Executive Director by providing administrative support such as: managing meeting agenda, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel, expense reports, written communication and coordinating staff meeting. I was responsible for overseeing membership dues, and the main point of contact for members to communicate to LCLAA National staff in Washington, DC. In addition to this, I oversaw the digital media and external communication graphics and language, i.e. newsletters, and social media. I also supported in organizing events, administrative tasks, and overseeing the intern program.I worked closely with the Deputy Director of the organization to plan and organize a fellowship program for 25 Latina women. A year-long fellowship comprised of skill-building training, developing strong relationships with community allies, civic engagement, and advocacy aimed at closing the gender wage gap. This train the trainer method is designed for the fellows to promote gender equity priorities through social media campaigns, events and digital trainings.

Manassas, Va

•Filing invoice payment requests, time sheet reminders, and responding to requests for information •Resolve payroll discrepancies by communicating with other offices and foreman •Assist the President in creating innovative strategies for the growth and development of the company•Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data for 100+ employees •Prepare finance reports that reflect summaries of net income vs. gross income

Remote Position

Organizations such as, Catholic Legal Immigration Network, the American Immigration Council, the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association, collectively known as CARA, joined forces in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) significant expansion of its family detention capacity. • Contacting client's sponsors to explain bond process & retrieve bond documents (English & Spanish) • Provide any assistance the family/sponsor may need for this process• Coordinate these documents per the timeline of the case to the proper volunteer to prepare Bond Motion, Bond Memorandum, Bond Index, and supporting documents • Organize the documents, once bond preparation has been completed• Quality Control, and delivery of Bond

Manassas, Va

• Interpreted for clients from Spanish to English during meetings with lead attorney • Translated any necessary documents (Spanish or English) • Provided support in preparation, filing and reviewing litigation documents• Maintained attorney calendar by planning and scheduling conference

George Mason University

• Facilitating difficult conversations with students/faculty/administrators in regards to cultural competency• Used different methodology to having dialogue on identity development and controversial issues• Practiced conflict analysis & resolution during the disagreement of the facilitations

Falls Church, Va

• Updated and maintained the President’s Database• Followed up and closed sponsorships given by the president and marketing director• Supervised and reviewed corporate partnership agreements, and kept an updated calendar of partner events, sponsorship benefits and delivered accordingly• Assisted staff on planning/executing special events

Fairfax, Virginia

• Managed and guided 20+ children from ages 2 – 4• Translate and effectively communicated with student parents from English to Spanish• Created/Organized educational and artistic workshops• Assist the secretary by providing admin support, strengthened knowledge of Microsoft Office