Rebecca A. Weiss Sigman Email & Phone Number

Stamford, Ct, Us

Connecticut, United States

As Director at Significant Consulting LLC, a dynamic nonprofit consulting firm, I have the privilege of collaborating with a wide range of nonprofit organizations across various sectors. Our mission is clear: to empower nonprofits to maximize their impact and achieve their goals.🔹 Needs Assessment Expertise: I specialize in conducting comprehensive needs assessments for nonprofit organizations, helping them identify areas for improvement and growth.🔹 Strategic Recommendations: I develop targeted recommendations that enhance program delivery, operational efficiency, and community engagement, ensuring that nonprofits are well-equipped to make a meaningful difference.🔹 Versatile Support: My work spans diverse sectors within the nonprofit landscape, from education and social services to healthcare and advocacy. I'm passionate about tailoring solutions to address the unique challenges and opportunities each organization faces.🔹 Curriculum Development: I assist schools and educational programs in curriculum development and implementation, aligning lessons with national standards and creating content that supports educational goals.🔹 Community Engagement: I help organizations foster stronger connections with their communities, enabling them to build lasting relationships and achieve greater outreach.

In my role as Project Manager at the Westchester County Department of Health, I played a pivotal role in overseeing critical initiatives aimed at enhancing community health and well-being. My responsibilities encompassed the following key achievements:🔹Strategic Community Vaccine Coordination: I led efforts to create a comprehensive strategy that facilitated accessible flu vaccinations within vulnerable communities. This involved establishing partnerships with community centers and local organizations to assess vaccination needs, raise awareness, and encourage community engagement.🔹Partnership Development: Building and nurturing collaborative relationships with community stakeholders was a fundamental aspect of my role. These partnerships played a crucial role in achieving our vaccination objectives and improving public health outcomes.🔹Efficient Operational Management: I managed the entire lifecycle of vaccination clinics conducted in community settings. This included meticulous logistical planning, resource allocation, and conducting post-event analyses to ensure the smooth execution of vaccination programs.🔹Community Engagement and Education: Serving as a liaison between the Department of Health and community-based organizations, I addressed public health concerns related to flu vaccination and COVID-19. Additionally, I collaborated with marketing teams to create informative materials, empowering the community with essential information on testing, vaccination, and relevant public health topics.My tenure as a Project Manager was marked by a strong commitment to community well-being, a passion for fostering collaboration, and a dedication to excellence in public health initiatives.

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

In my role as a Field Organizer for Team Bloomberg CT, I actively supported the presidential campaign in Connecticut's 4th Congressional District. During my tenure, I achieved significant milestones:🔹Volunteer Management: I was entrusted with the responsibility of recruiting and managing volunteers, including key volunteer leaders. I successfully organized house parties and phone banks, collaborating with the campaign leadership team. 🔹Spokesperson: I had the privilege of presenting to over 100 high net worth women, receiving commendation from campaign leadership for delivering articulate and compelling messaging. I was also selected to create a short video message for the Bloomberg Campaign Women's History Month online video. 🔹Event Planning: My responsibilities included planning and coordinating campaign events, as well as conducting post-event analyses to identify key insights and recommendations for future programming.My role as a Field Organizer was characterized by my ability to effectively manage volunteers, deliver persuasive messaging, and ensure the successful execution of campaign events and activities.

White Plains, Ny

Key member of development department of multi-site human service agency serving 20,000 people in 100+ programs throughout Westchester County. 🔹Board Engagement & Liaison: Partnered with board volunteer and government relations committees, overseeing board engagement including all meetings and activities.🔹Partnership Development: Established strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, 🔹Event Management: Served on gala team for 300+; Planned and executed multiple fundraising events; served as spokesperson. 🔹Marketing & Communications: Go-to proof-reader for marketing materials; Collaborated with Communication and Senior Grants Manager to create first government newsletter; Implemented and hosted first ever Facebook live events. 🔹Strategic Leadership: Led year-long initiative to earn designation of Service Enterprise from Points of Light Foundation; Developed and executed targeted strategy to enhance government relations; 🔹Team Management: Supervised and mentored team of five. 🔹Budget Process Management: Oversaw Westchester County and state budget advocacy process including developing and writing legislative requests and testimony and assisting with grant applications.🔹Volunteer:Oversaw the volunteer department including a new Volunteer Internship Program.My time at Westchester Jewish Community Services was marked by a deep commitment to community engagement, strategic leadership, and successful partnership development.

In my initial role as the Volunteer Services Coordinator, I laid the foundation for successful volunteer management and community engagement initiatives:Conceptualized and implemented the agency-wide volunteer liaison system, enhancing volunteer onboarding, communication, and collaboration between programs and administration.Streamlined volunteer onboarding processes, leading to improved volunteer placements and overall satisfaction.Partnered with board volunteer and government relations committees, overseeing board engagement, meetings, and activities.Established strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, creating new volunteer opportunities and bolstering community support.

Rye, Ny

During my time as a Program Coordinator at the Community Synagogue of Rye, I served as a vital link between lay leaders and executive leadership, focusing on specialized programs for the older adult community. My contributions and achievements during this role include:Process Improvement: I streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and communication between the synagogue office, volunteers, and presenters. These improvements included refining processes for announcements and optimizing email marketing strategies for more than 200 sessions. I introduced data tracking to analyze attendance trends, which informed future program planning.Event Planning: I coordinated a wide range of volunteer-led activities, including lectures, group activities, and performances, on a bi-weekly basis. My role also involved collaborating with the Facilities and Technology departments to ensure the smooth execution of programs and events, emphasizing participant satisfaction.My tenure as a Program Coordinator was characterized by a commitment to enhancing program efficiency, optimizing community engagement, and creating a seamless experience for participants in our specialized older adult programs.

Stamford, Ct

During my tenure as the Director of Community Outreach at United Jewish Federation Greater Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien, I spearheaded key initiatives encompassing volunteer services, fundraising, and outreach campaigns focused on Lower Fairfield County. My contributions include:Event Planning & Management: I successfully oversaw and managed a comprehensive day-long community event that featured fundraising activities and various family-oriented programs. My efforts resulted in the streamlining and enhancement of event operations.Fundraising: I played a pivotal role in managing the "Super Sunday" telethon fundraising event, which led to an impressive 36% increase in pledges and a 20% boost in funds raised, culminating in a $2,000,000 campaign success.Community Engagement: Revamped the Shalom Home program designed to welcome all new Jewish members into the community. Fundraising Process Enhancement: I conceptualized a rebranding initiative for the children's campaign, "Change for Change." This included the introduction of change counting machines, greatly improving the fundraising process and fostering a culture of engagement among kids.Volunteer Management: I was responsible for recruiting and scheduling over 200 volunteers. Additionally, I supervised multiple independent group fundraising rooms and facilitated a teen peer-to-peer fundraising initiative.My role as Director of Community Outreach at United Jewish Federation Greater Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien allowed me to drive successful fundraising efforts and cultivate a culture of community engagement.

Stamford, Ct

Process Improvement: I streamlined business processes, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity within the organization.Client Recruitment: I utilized social media platforms such as meetup.com, LinkedIn, and Facebook to attract and onboard new clients, expanding the client base.Marketing Material Development: I created marketing materials tailored for speaking engagements and conventions, improving brand visibility and engagement with key stakeholders.Event Coordination: I organized various events, including the monthly LinkedIn Lunch and Learn sessions and monthly job support programs, providing valuable resources and insights to the audience.Website Maintenance: I managed routine updates and improvements to the company website, ensuring it remained current and aligned with evolving business objectives.Editorial Contributions: As an assistant editor for a career search manual, I played a role in organizing content, optimizing chapter placement, and providing input for new ideas, enhancing the quality of resources.My role as a consultant encompassed strategic leadership, client engagement, and operational improvements, all contributing to ongoing growth and success.

Juris Doctor, Strong Interest In Mediation And Advocacy For Victims Of Domestic Violence.

Activities and Societies: Jewish Law Association, Co-President; Domestic Violence Project, member; mediation clinic

Master In Public Administration, New York City Government, Non-Profit, And Healthcare.

Ba, Political Science

Activities and Societies: Glee Club Received 2 BA degrees through the Joint Program with the Jewish Theological Seminary of New York.

Ba, Jewish Literature

10 Month Israel Immersion Experience., Year Of Study In Israel

Studied at Hebrew University in Israel for a semester and lived n Kibbutz Saad for 5 months.

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