Experience

Poynter Institute

• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Officer-International Fact Checking Network

  • Jan 2022 - Present

  This role helps to lead, define and execute extensive, high priority missives for the IFCN, as well as collaborate on management of daily operations of the IFCN, moving forward the field of fact-checking. This role helps to lead, define and execute extensive, high priority missives for the IFCN, as well as collaborate on management of daily operations of the IFCN, moving forward the field of fact-checking.



Internews

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Grants and Contract Analysts/Subgrants Analyst

  • May 2021 - Nov 2021

  Work with overall administration of proposals, awards, acquisition contracts and procurements of goods, and assistance subawards, including pre-award due diligence and analysis, subgrant award execution, and post-award monitoring, in compliance with prime funder requirements and Internews policy. Contributes excellent written communication that provides friendly, supportive, creative solutions and guidance to programmatic counterparts. Work with overall administration of proposals, awards, acquisition contracts and procurements of goods, and assistance subawards, including pre-award due diligence and analysis, subgrant award execution, and post-award monitoring, in compliance with prime funder requirements and Internews policy. Contributes excellent written communication that provides friendly, supportive, creative solutions and guidance to programmatic counterparts.



U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP)

• United States
• Public Safety
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Grants Management Specialist/State Policy Advisor

  • Jul 2020 - Mar 2021

  The Bureau of Justice Assistance provides leadership and services in grant administration and criminal justice policy development to support local, state, and tribal law enforcement in achieving safer communities. BJA supports programs and initiatives in the areas of law enforcement, justice information sharing, countering terrorism, managing offenders, combating drug crime and abuse, adjudication, advancing tribal justice, crime prevention, protecting vulnerable populations, and capacity building.



Institute of Museum and Library Services

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Specialist

  • Apr 2019 - Jul 2020

  Deliver technical skill in the reviewing of state plans, annual reports, and required forms for the fulfillment of financial prerequisites, and compliance with standard policies or regulations. Assists in liaising with states on grant administration matters. Coordinates the finalization and dissemination of grant documents, including award processing for State Library Administrative Agencies. Provides metadata document changes to meet ADA website content standards. Manages workflows related to the program's website content, including review of materials by appropriate staff, and coordinating with the IMLS web team to update information.Key Accomplishments:• Direct audit of grant program files to ensure compliance to National Archives and Records Administration standards, including the creation and stewardship of policies for transition to electronic recordkeeping. • Develop and deliver convenings, training webinars and presentations on grant processes, requirements



Corporation for National and Community Service

• United States
• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Program Officer

  • Jan 2015 - Apr 2019

  Established in 1993, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) is a Federal agency that engages more than 5 million Americans in service through its core programs -- Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and the Social Innovation Fund -- and leads President Obama’s national call to service initiative, United We Serve. As the nation’s largest grantmaker for service and volunteering, CNCS plays a critical role in strengthening America’s nonprofit sector and addressing our nation’s challenges through service. Responsible for providing a full range of technical assistance to grantees:• Reviews and assesses grant applications, and negotiates grants; reviews and evaluates grantee programs;• Identifies and addresses program development, training and technical assistance needs; Collects, verifies, compiles, analyzes and summarizes program data;• Monitors grantee compliance and provides assistance to grantee in resolving compliance findings and implementing program improvements;• Monitors resource capabilities, identifying alternate/novel approaches including best practices;• Interprets legal and regulatory requirements for grantees/potential grantees, providing authoritative advice;• Promotes user/grantee networks and fosters other informational and infrastructure development activities; and,• Provides ongoing support to grantees by facilitating connections to other departments as necessary and appropriate



National 4-H Council

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Grant Accounts Manager, Science

  • Sep 2012 - Jan 2015

  Managed over 1 million in grant funds, including high profile foundation donors such as Samsung, AT&T and AARP. Primary post-donation contact, in alignment with fundraiser, to develop, administer and execute projects for donor accounts that deliver on contract commitments. Independently defined, wrote and administered RFPs and internal promotional material to gain field participation in funded projects. Included negotiating contract agreements in collaboration with the Purchasing and Contracts Manager (PCM), guiding contract execution.Responsible for implementation of approved grant programs within National 4-H system. Independently organized, developed and delivered training for grantees while providing technical assistance for programmatic, reporting and capacity-building goals. Monitored field activity via reports and frequent contact; developed and delivered performance evaluation reports for assigned accounts. Developed reporting templates, provided training to field staff in reporting and evaluation procedures; and developed strategies for ensuring donor satisfaction. Wrote reports and promotional materials; worked with marketing team initiatives. Direct accountability for resolution of account/grant administration issues. Monitored expenditures, ensuring achievement of Indirect Cost Recovery projections for managed accounts. Provided interpretation of, and exceptions to, regulations, law and policies for grantees seeking guidance on grant implementation. Ensured federal programs met audit requirements by monitoring allowable costs; accurate documentation of fiscal and programmatic accountability; secure A-133 audit reports and site monitoring visits. Maintained effective working relationship with management team and appropriate personnel at National 4-H Council, 4-H National Headquarters (NIFA/USDA), 4-H field affiliates, agencies, and local media.



Alianza de la Comunidad

• Volunteer Board Chair

  • Sep 2003 - Dec 2012

  An advocacy organization dedicated to improving the living conditions of the Hispanic/Latino community in Howard County, Maryland. An advocacy organization dedicated to improving the living conditions of the Hispanic/Latino community in Howard County, Maryland.



MSDE

• Education Program Specialist

  • May 2011 - Sep 2012

  Divison of Library Development and Services - Provided leadership and technical assistance for grant administration and coordination in accordance with the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). Responsible for the development of technological solutions for library-related initiatives both within MSDE and Maryland’s libraries.

• Specialist, Extended Learning

  • Jan 2009 - May 2011

  Provided leadership, technical assistance, training and managerial direction to state wide recipients of the 21st CCLC funded grants. Assisted in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of afterschool programs designed to improve the academic achievement of disadvantaged children. Lead specialist for the professional development of grantees and afterschool providers in Maryland’s 24 jurisdictions. Ensured grantees actively addressed areas of student service-learning, civic engagement, and student involvement in decision-making in theory and practice.



Maryland Committee for Children

• Network Manager

  • Oct 2007 - Jan 2009

  Management of state-funded contracts of 13 early child care resource and referral centers through the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Includes oversight of LOCATE Child Care database; technical assistance; training and early childhood mental health. Sites are monitored for overall performance; functional area relationships; annual budgetary allocations; program services; staffing; and community representation. Coordination and facilitation of quarterly meetings; MCC board reporting; advisory council; media and marketing efforts; Results Based Accountability standards publication; site evaluations and special projects are also included.



Howard County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Sep 2004 - Oct 2007

  Administration and implementation of program requirements under guidelines of the Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994, the National Even Start Association and the Maryland State Department of Education. Responsible for day, evening and summer ESOL and adult education program implementation, monitoring and operation; including ensuring the integration and delivery of four core literacy components. Included recruitment and retention of target populations, and resource management to ensure program capacity to serve enrolled families. Also served as liaison to program partners; initiated collaboration of community agencies to meet family and program needs; reviewed and analyzed curriculum as needed; performed vendor management; managed the Even Start team and their respective roles in fulfilling grant expectations; provided professional development opportunities; coordinated logistics; and assessed, responded to and appropriately referred family participants to community resources.



NeighborWorks America

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Staff Development Specialist

  • Jun 2001 - Aug 2004

  Responsibilities for staff capacity of 260 employees included coordination of four national corporate orientations per year; staff development training and facilitation; coordination of corporate special events, including research budget proposals, on-site planning, vendor contract negotiations and evaluations, and e-learning offerings for all staff. Other responsibilities include the innovation, maintenance and marketing of the Professional Development Resource Center for all staff; as well as management of staff collaboration initiatives.



The Seed Public Charter School/The Center for Student Support Services/

• School/Community Resource Coordinator

  • Mar 2000 - Jun 2001

  Developed and implemented national program mechanisms for community partnerships and internal consensus building, created and coordinated staff professional development activities; developed and facilitated school safety planning; implemented violence and substance abuse prevention activities; facilitated mental health interventions; coordinated after school activities; resource management; and grant evaluation facilitation. Developed and implemented national program mechanisms for community partnerships and internal consensus building, created and coordinated staff professional development activities; developed and facilitated school safety planning; implemented violence and substance abuse prevention activities; facilitated mental health interventions; coordinated after school activities; resource management; and grant evaluation facilitation.