Tiara S. Email & Phone Number

Jersey City, Nj, Us

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

I oversee DCD's Community Development Block Grant Public Services grant. I manage over 25 nonprofit agencies, ensuring compliance with HUD regulations and grant funding requirements. My role includes community outreach, monitoring program performance, managing contracts, and overseeing the disbursement of vouchers. I collaborate closely with the office to host community engagement events. I also handle communication with community members and stakeholders, addressing grant-related concerns and providing updates on funding allocations.Key events and accomplishments include:Hosting Technical assistance sessions for the public and nonprofits.Coordinating and planning our annual Pre-Application Seminar.Coordinating the annual NCDA Week Block Party, featuring over 30 vendors, sponsors, and food trucks.Managing over $700,000 in CDBG funds to allocate to grantees. Serving as a liaison between nonprofits and the city's compliance and finance teams to ensure timely funding allocation.Leading efforts to update grant applications, including adding performance measures and improving the Pre-Application Seminar process.This position requires strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple programs effectively while fostering community relationships and ensuring the city's mission aligns with the needs of its residents.

United States

Collaborated closely with case managers in an administrative capacity Sessions weekly,diligently documenting case notes and supervising counseling sessions. Adeptly managedseveral administrative duties, such as collecting and organizing residents' finances, proficientlyhandling filing systems, preparing reports, and devising engaging program activities.Conceptualized and executed customized programs for the residents, which encompassedorganizing celebratory events for birthdays and creating activities tailored to meet the needs ofthe elderly residents.

Hoboken, New Jersey

Collaborated closely with the Executive Director and Program Director on marketing initiatives,minor grant writing, and fundraising projects, contributing to the organization's overall success.Spearheaded digital outreach efforts, employing various platforms to enhance theorganization's online presence and engage with the community effectively.Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills by effectively managing administrative tasks,filing, and organizing critical documents to maintain a streamlined and efficient workenvironment.·Creatively designed eye-catching flyers using Canva software, effectively promoting events andprograms to attract community participation and support. Authored compelling monthly postsfor the newsletter, "Mentor Match of The Month," showcasing success stories and testimonialsto highlight the positive impact of mentoring relationships.Actively participated in Enrichment Clubs, fostering meaningful interactions with childrenranging from second to eighth grade and promoting a nurturing and enriching environment fortheir personal growth and development

Master Of Social Work - Msw, Clinical/Medical Social Work

Master'S Degree, Peace Studies And Conflict Resolution

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Public And Nonprofit Administration

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Literary Magazine, Newspaper, Yearbook