Laura Wondra Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

"To work globally to enhance the capacity and commitment of individuals, institutions, and communities to create a more sustainable, peaceful, and just world."Program Officer for the full-scholarship Jóvenes en Acción and Youth Ambassadors Program with Argentina and Chile. I additionally designed and managed the Youth Ambassadors Alumni Summit, a first-time event, from January 24 - 29, 2023. My management of the professional exchange included developing and delivering the program agenda, collaborating with Embassies from 20+ countries, and supporting the admissions and operations work associated with the Summit. • Oversee all programmatic aspects of youth exchanges• Manage the design, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum and trainings for participants • Provide program management and support for short-term youth leadership program grants • Support the design and development of grant proposals, budgets, and reports• Manage in-country staff, Embassy partners, seasonal staff, and youth participants on program• Manage programmatic relationship with World Learning’s partner organizations that implement the host community segments of the exchanges• Oversee monitoring and evaluation data collection and analysis using surveys and analytics• Conduct budget oversight for programs• Prepare and disseminate materials to Department of State and/or other funders, program partners, in-country staff and participants• Monitor participant follow-on project implementation• Support the design and/or delivery of curriculum and supplemental materials for trainings and programs• Contribute to the design, delivery, and administration of seasonal staff training

Temporary Program Officer for the full-scholarship Jóvenes en Acción and Youth Ambassadors Programs with Argentina and Chile. My contract was extended to manage the Youth Ambassadors Alumni Summit, a first-time event, from January 24 - 29, 2023. My management of the professional exchange included developing and delivering the program agenda, collaborating with Embassies from 20+ countries, and supporting the admissions and operations work associated with the Summit. • Oversee all programmatic aspects of youth exchanges• Manage the design, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum and trainings for participants • Provide program management and support for short-term youth leadership program grants • Support the design and development of grant proposals, budgets, and reports• Manage in-country staff, Embassy partners, seasonal staff, and youth participants on program• Manage programmatic relationship with World Learning’s partner organizations that implement the host community segments of the exchanges• Oversee monitoring and evaluation data collection and analysis using surveys and analytics• Conduct budget oversight for programs• Prepare and disseminate materials to Department of State and/or other funders, program partners, in-country staff and participants• Monitor participant follow-on project implementation• Support the design and/or delivery of curriculum and supplemental materials for trainings and programs• Contribute to the design, delivery, and administration of seasonal staff training

Rhinebeck, New York, United States

"The mission of the Louis August Jonas Foundation is to develop in promising young people from around the world a lifelong commitment to compassionate and responsible leadership for the betterment of their communities and the world."• Managed the Camp Rising Sun program, a full-scholarship international youth leadership program • Conceptualized, developed, and managed 7 off-season virtual programs for recent alumni and youth• Directly supervised all operations, curriculum, and evaluation of programs• Supervised multinational team of 35 summer staff, 130 youth participants, and remote facilitators• Oversaw the program budget • Administered regular feedback and evaluation for seasonal staff and overall program components • Recruited and hired international seasonal staff team • Developed and facilitated 12-day staff training • Oversaw coordination of safe off-site trips during the summer season• Ensured health and safety compliance with local county • Continuously considered opportunities to improve the program• Ensured all programming was consistent with LAJF mission and principles

Portland, Oregon Area

"Inspiring growth and transformation through experiential education, community, and intercultural exchange."• Facilitated gap year experience in Ecuador and Peru for 12 students• Coordinated transportation, accommodation, activities, and lessons over 3-month semester• Communicated between program director, local contacts, students, and their families• Worked with in-country partners from conservation initiatives to indigenous communities• Managed $30,000 budget for the semester• Managed and monitored group dynamics, student health, and risk levels• Certified in Wilderness First Responder and Wilderness First Aid

Vermont, Seattle, Washington D.C.. Mexico City

• Promoted to lead facilitator for the 11-day Vermont portion of Jóvenes en Acción• Coordinated daily logistics of 10-person staff team and worked closely with Program Officer• Managed 2-day on-site preparation for arrival of 62 Mexican youth • Reviewed curriculum and daily schedule logistics• Supported staff with their daily needs• Co-facilitated post-program debrief in Mexico City• Worked with Mexican, European and U.S. high schoolers

Cuenca, Ecuador

• Developed study abroad programs throughout Latin America• Wrote, designed, and distributed weekly blog • Delegated tasks to interns and managed projects • Involved in all aspects of student applications• Conducted partnership outreach to the U.S. • Generated and updated company webpage content• Produced engaging content across all social media platforms, including: Facebook, Snapchat, LinkedIn, and Instagram

East Coast

• Worked with Mexican, Caribbean, European and U.S. high schoolers on topics regarding leadership, empowerment, peace-building, global issues, and cross-cultural exploration • Co-facilitated 4-day pre-departure orientation for 83 Mexican youth in Mexico City• Sole Traveling Facilitator for 13 Mexican youth in a U.S. city• Co-facilitated team-builders, icebreakers, and dialogue sessions for groups of 6 - 83 • Developed 15+ workshops on topics including stereotypes, cross-cultural interactions, and privilege• Supported youth with design of a community action project to integrate in home countries • Managed group dynamics and mediated conflict • Aided with international and domestic airport travel • Championed experiential learning and empowerment model throughout the position

• Provided overall support to the Admissions Team for the Africa and Middle East region• Utilized Salesforce to interact with interested students from initial interest to pre-departure• Assisted with visa processes and travel document preparation• Researched best practices for potential student outreach• Managed regional social media platforms

Arlington Hills Library

• Managed a computer lab • Assisted clients with job search, resume building and technological advancement• Taught technology classes and adapted as needed for 1-10 students of varying ability • Developed curriculum for classes• Gained extensive experience with adults and youth from diverse backgrounds• Empowered individuals through an emphasis on hands-on experiential learning• Attended biweekly professional development trainings with AmeriCorps cohort• Co-designed and co-facilitated an online learning platform workshop for immigrant parents • Selected to represent AmeriCorps and present in front of the SPNN board of trustees

Victoria, Mn

• Head high jump coach and assisted with sprint workouts• Designed and implemented educationally relevant practice drills • Coordinated and planned daily practice• Mentored athletes as they grew into adults and their athletic career• Designed goal-setting session with biweekly check-ins for athletes• Supported athletes emotionally throughout track meets and practice

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

The InterCorps Council of Minnesota (ICC) is a peer-led organization of AmeriCorps members, representing State, National, and VISTA programs throughout Minnesota. The vision of the ICC is to promote engagement, communication, collaboration, and education to empower AmeriCorps members and the Minnesota community.As Communications Chair of the ICC, I did the following:• Planned and coordinated monthly committee meetings• Supported committee members with planning, implementing, and evaluating projects• Designed and distributed a monthly newsletter using WordPress and MailChimp • Grew newsletter subscribers from 245 to 800+ • Managed all ICC communication, including: marketing events and email• Monitored the ICC website, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn pages • Led the ICC in upholding the ICC and AmeriCorps brand• Created processes to improve communication internally and externally

Loras College

• Responsible for overall management of the campus-wide website• Marketed website and increased monthly user participation by 23%• Served as the expert to departments, students, and student organizations• Developed OrgSync training manual for organizations and departments• Led annual training for 40+ student organizations

Victoria, Minnesota

• Supervised 2 children (2010, 2011) and 3 children (2012) • Organized daily activities, kept kids active, and transported kids to activities• Managed the schedule of the children from 8 am - 5 pm• Resolved conflict situations and maintained peaceful balance between children

Chanhassen, Minnesota

• Assisted in golf course operations• Staffed the front desk and greeted all customers with a smile• Managed tee time reservations and answered questions about the golf course • Operated golf ball picker and ensured the cleanliness of the property• Oversaw Junior League on the golf course

Master Of Arts - Ma, International Education

Activities and Societies: Title XI Regional NAFSA conference, Forum on Education Abroad workshops.Related Coursework: • Training Design.

Bachelor'S Degree, International Studies And Politics | Minors In History And Sociology | Graduated With Honors

Activities and Societies: Loras Intercultural Student Association, Track and Field, Honors Program, Diversity Committee, Student Life.

Cambodia Program | Cambodian History And Culture | Nation Building After The Khmer Rouge

Activities and Societies: homestay with a local Khmer family, Khmer language instruction, weekly cultural excursions.An immersive.

High School, Diploma

Activities and Societies: Minnesota YMCA Youth In Government, Track and Field Team, Soccer Team, Math League.