Meredith Kozak Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

- Led and managed complex research and web development projects from inception to completion.- Developed and executed project plans, timelines, and budgets for all deliverables and ensured quality and timely execution.- Managed and mentored project teams and supervised full-time staff members and consultants.- Conducted comprehensive data analysis for research briefs, reports, and donor funding strategies. - Built and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders including donors, international organizations, and in-country research partners.- Created and managed project documentation and deliverables, including project knowledge management systems, progress trackers, and donor reporting.- Oversaw day-to-day operations of multiple projects

New York, New York, United States

- Co-supervised project lifecycle from inception to evaluation.- Conducted in-depth data analysis and authored report chapters.- Managed large-scale ecosystem mapping projects, documenting hundreds of organizations and activities.- Led development of web portal, including data visualization tools and database management.- Negotiated contracts and managed vendor relationships.- Designed and executed data collection strategies and surveys.- Supervised and mentored team members to achieve project goals.- Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure project success.

New York, New York

London, United Kingdom

- Designed and analyzed innovative finance strategies for UNICEF Somalia’s humanitarian aid projects- Conducted 14 stakeholder interviews, literature reviews, and an online survey to assess finance strategy feasibility- Delivered a 100+ page report and concept notes to UNICEF, private sector partners, and public entities- Presented strategies at the UN Nairobi Office to UNICEF, Somali government officials, NGO partners, and diaspora members

London, United Kingdom

- Organized and facilitated career pilot events including employer site visits and a networking night with 10 organizations and over 100 guests- Researched and built an employer engagement base to enhance relationship building with various international and domestic UK organizations and the MPA program- Composed a weekly careers newsletter highlighting employment and internship opportunities, careers advice and resources, and LSE Careers events- Liaised between the Institute of Public Affairs and LSE’s careers office

Cincinnati, Oh

- Trained 13 lab technicians to conduct two malaria DNA amplification assays at the Department of Parasitology-Mycology at Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar and Thies - Conducted trainings in French and Pulaar for the initial Illumigene and Illumipro Malaria beta studies - Translated Illumigene Malaria DNA amplification assay protocols from French to English- Gained further insight into national and laboratory public health structures in Senegal- Increased knowledge of various Malaria species, modes of transmission, symptoms of infection, and modes of detection- Gained technical lab skills

Ndiawene Peuhl, Tambacounda, Senegal

- Directed and organized 2 four day leadership development seminars for 25 Senegalese girls and their fathers to promote gender equality, open communication within families, and advocacy for greater female participation in public and professional spheres.- Collaborated with local health officials to increase Malaria prevention capacity by distributing 538 insecticide treated bed nets across 2 villages - Trained 160 people on malaria prevention seeking behaviors and how to identify malaria symptoms- Facilitated nutrition trainings for 75 women across 3 villages - Extended USAID/PEPAM latrine construction project to 2 local villages and organized managerial teams to oversee construction- Managed the construction of 8 pit latrines and instructed households on proper latrine care and the danger of diarrheal diseases from lack of latrine use - Directed the construction of a local elementary school garden in order to increase access and consumption of diverse and nutritious foods for 76 elementary school children- Conducted one on one consultations for local residents who received HIV/AIDS screenings to discuss HIV transmission modes, myths surrounding the virus, and how to reduce stigma against HIV/AIDS positive individuals

Columbus, Ohio Area

- Researched assigned news topics to gather differing biases from various international news agencies- Translated researched articles from French to English- Posted articles on the Mondokio website and updated articles when necessary- Worked within strict short deadlines in fast a paced news environment, refined skills to work diligently, efficiently, and with great attention to detail

Columbus, Ohio Area

- Served as a resource to 45 female International Affair Scholars - Organized and facilitated programs to educate residents on health, current events, international issues, etc. - Assisted residents in making interpersonal connections - Monitored mental and physical well-being of all residents - Trained in QPR, Suicide Prevention, Alcohol and Drug Awareness, handling crisis situations

Master Of Public Administration (Mpa), Public Policy Analysis, Graduate With Merit

Activities and Societies: Global Public Policy Network 2017 Finalist, Community Engagement Coordinator of the MPA Student's AssociationA.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Development Economics And International Development, 3.7

Activities and Societies: Moartar Board National Honors Society Student Leadership Advocates1. Mortar Board National Honors Society.