Wanda N. Walker Email & Phone Number

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

In collaboration with VP of Economic Stability and Aging Services, and Program Directors develop and implement new systems and workflow processes that will maximize operational efficiency and effectiveness. Monitor aggregate projects in collaboration with the VP and Program Directors to ensure there are available resources and support services to meet service demands. Work collaboratively with the VP, and Program Directors to continuously assess operational efficiency and effectiveness, and make recommendations for improvements. Supervise and provide guidance to business managers and senior admin specialist, regarding planning, staffing, budgets, quality control and general unit functioning. Oversee the development of core unit work plans and prioritization of work. Organize department functions and staff to promote maximum efficiency and effectiveness of ESAS core unit services.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

President/CEO of UYCLLC, a consulting practice which offers technical assistance, training and evaluation services to nonprofit entities, government agencies and corporations. We provide organizational leaders the resources necessary to succeed in a complex and competitive environment. We specialize in helping organizations fulfill their mission and effectively serve their clients.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Oversaw and contributed to the continued delivery and development of superior programming within existing campuses while transferring the knowledge from one campus to the next. Engaged in program development, design, evaluation and process improvement in collaboration with the senior leadership to ensure alignment with the overall mission, vision, values, and principles of the organization. Provided leadership in the evaluation and improvement of the program model and represented Jeremiah Program on a local and national level.

Minneapolis, Mn

Provided oversight and direction related to administrative functions, technology services,instructional technology, strategic planning, human resources and accountability and research. Assisted the President/CEO substantially and effectively in the task of providing leadership indeveloping, achieving, and maintaining the best possible programs and services.

• Provided expertise on community development and empowerment, organized and oversaw the operation of a statewide workgroup to determine existing needs, existing resources, and gaps in Adolescent Health & Youth Development Programs in the State of Georgia.• Responsible for contractual oversight of forty-nine (49) Community Involvement Programs and twenty-five (25) Comprehensive Adolescent Health & Youth Development Centers which included developing RFPs, Proposal review and selection, allocation, providing technical assistance, and monitoring budgetary expenditures. Administered a budget of $4,250,000.00 (contracts) & $3,750,000.00 (grant-in-aid).• Established collaborative linkages and developed a network of community organizations and agencies to enhance outreach, service availability and service delivery.• Assisted with planning, implementing, and facilitating statewide and regional training as necessary & participate in the evaluation of youth development programs.

• Managed and supervised the daily operations of a comprehensive Health & Youth Development Center for teenagers; provided individual, group and family therapy.• Designed and implemented the program from conception; increased center usage by 150% in one year.• Developed and administered a budget of $150,000.00, responsible for writing grants for funding and submitting required reports.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Developed and facilitated ten (10) week parenting groups for low-income African American mothers involved with the Department of Human Services’ Child Protective Services Unit.• Provided individual counseling for parents and children as necessary.• Served as liaison between the clients and their Department of Human Services Caseworker.• Co-Facilitated the Parenting Through Change Group, an eight (8) week group focusing on parenting through/after a divorce.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Assisted the Executive Director with managing daily operations of a large childcare facility (117 children).• Worked closely with the Board of Directors to develop and implement a strategic plan as well as obtain accreditation.• Responsible for researching, designing, and implementing a computerized student check in/out system for accounting purposes.• Responsible for monitoring and collecting student accounts. Decreased delinquency by 30% in three (3) months.• Assisted with the preparation and administration of agency budget of $650,000.00.• Supervised the non-teaching staff and provided family and children counseling as necessary.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Planned, organized, monitored, and evaluated an adult employment and training program for low-income adults receiving TANF funds. This program was built on a self-sufficiency model.• Restructured the program to serve the current needs of this population as it related to welfare reform and the Welfare to Work Program.• Participated in grant research/writing and fund development for the agency.• Participated on the advisory board for the agency’s Family Development Self Sufficiency Program.• Provided supervision to MSW students from the University of Cincinnati School of Social Work.• Administered a budget of $150,000.00.

Msw, Social Work

Activities and Societies: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Ba, Sociology

Activities and Societies: S.U.B.A., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

High School Diploma, General Studies