Chair Board of Directors of nonprofit working in Haiti. Support the President and Executive Director in managing projects in Haiti, staffing, and development. Speak on behalf of Hands Together at fundraising appeals. `

Provide strategic communications, writing, and editing services to multilateral and bilateral donors, NGOs, and subcontractors. Clients have included the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), US Agency for International Development (USAID), and various subcontractors.

Increase philanthropic support for the Guardian through curated events and individual outreach. Leverage the launch of theguardian.org to raise visibility of Guardian impact-driven reporting and the role of independent media in holding power to account. Convene thought leaders to discuss Guardian editorial priorities and how to support storytelling that matters.

Launched and chaired a one-time capital campaign to raise $550,000 for a field renovation at a local public elementary school. This was the first public elementary school in the County to install a synthetic turf field, and the first school to use an organic cork infill. Mapped out the contributions pyramid, solicited donors, and navigated the complex permit and approval process. Obtained buy-in from the Somerset community, Montgomery County Public Schools, the Board of Education, and the… Show more Launched and chaired a one-time capital campaign to raise $550,000 for a field renovation at a local public elementary school. This was the first public elementary school in the County to install a synthetic turf field, and the first school to use an organic cork infill. Mapped out the contributions pyramid, solicited donors, and navigated the complex permit and approval process. Obtained buy-in from the Somerset community, Montgomery County Public Schools, the Board of Education, and the County Council. Show less

Served as US Communications Specialist for USAID/Egypt-funded team charged with promoting and disseminating the Egypt Health and Population Legacy Review, with activities in Washington and Cairo. Mapped out the communication strategy, created promotional materials, helped plan launch events, and liaised with stakeholders. Adjusted plans according to changing political realities.

Managed communications for small international development firm, including strategic planning and writing and production of reports, presentations, and promotional materials. Ensured quality, consistency, and effective dissemination of Manoff Group written products. Updated and maintained website and launched corporate e-newsletter..

Contributed to the design of rural water and education projects in Haiti and urban projects in Jamaica. Led Social Analysis for a Haiti education project: Supervised fieldwork and produced French and English final reports. Edited infrastructure reports for publication.

Raised funds and awareness for the regional refugee resettlement office of a global nonprofit. Planned events, served as a liaison with the Advisory Committee, coordinated donor outreach, and heightened IRC’s local profile. Wrote and disseminated press releases, executed a marketing plan, and created promotional products.

Assigned to the USAID Office of Population through the Population Reference Bureau’s Fellows program. Served as Haiti country coordinator, a liaison between the health offices of Washington and Port-au-Prince. Assigned to USAID’s health office in Haiti for four months: Helped design a five-year country strategic plan, which involved needs assessments and budgetary estimates. Managed relations with project managers, the Haitian government, and other multilateral and bilateral donors. Co-managed… Show more Assigned to the USAID Office of Population through the Population Reference Bureau’s Fellows program. Served as Haiti country coordinator, a liaison between the health offices of Washington and Port-au-Prince. Assigned to USAID’s health office in Haiti for four months: Helped design a five-year country strategic plan, which involved needs assessments and budgetary estimates. Managed relations with project managers, the Haitian government, and other multilateral and bilateral donors. Co-managed the Demographic and Health Surveys project, with responsibility for Sub-Saharan Africa. Member of the Communications and Outreach team: Helped design and disseminate information on USAID’s programs to members of Congress and the Executive Branch. Show less