US Program Manager

• Apr 2023 - Present

Manager, FP2030 Family Planning Integration

• Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

•Led Family Planning Integration portfolio to link family planning (FP)/sexual reproductive health (SRH) with other health sectors, such as HIV and Postpartum FP/Post-abortion FP. •Developed and implemented inclusive, forward thinking portfolio strategy to establish FP2030 as a leader of rights-based FP. •Cultivated and maintained new and existing community, country, and global external and internal stakeholder partnerships. •Provided technical assistance and support global advocacy of… Show more •Led Family Planning Integration portfolio to link family planning (FP)/sexual reproductive health (SRH) with other health sectors, such as HIV and Postpartum FP/Post-abortion FP. •Developed and implemented inclusive, forward thinking portfolio strategy to establish FP2030 as a leader of rights-based FP. •Cultivated and maintained new and existing community, country, and global external and internal stakeholder partnerships. •Provided technical assistance and support global advocacy of FP/SRH with country and non-governmental actors. •Developed and coordinated global engagement through large-scale knowledge sharing opportunities like webinars and workshops. Show less •Led Family Planning Integration portfolio to link family planning (FP)/sexual reproductive health (SRH) with other health sectors, such as HIV and Postpartum FP/Post-abortion FP. •Developed and implemented inclusive, forward thinking portfolio strategy to establish FP2030 as a leader of rights-based FP. •Cultivated and maintained new and existing community, country, and global external and internal stakeholder partnerships. •Provided technical assistance and support global advocacy of… Show more •Led Family Planning Integration portfolio to link family planning (FP)/sexual reproductive health (SRH) with other health sectors, such as HIV and Postpartum FP/Post-abortion FP. •Developed and implemented inclusive, forward thinking portfolio strategy to establish FP2030 as a leader of rights-based FP. •Cultivated and maintained new and existing community, country, and global external and internal stakeholder partnerships. •Provided technical assistance and support global advocacy of FP/SRH with country and non-governmental actors. •Developed and coordinated global engagement through large-scale knowledge sharing opportunities like webinars and workshops. Show less

Faculty Research Associate

• Nov 2018 - May 2022

•Led strategic project management, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and scaling of $3.5M portfolio of 10 sexual health projects reaching 3,500+ youth and adult participants in Navajo Nation and White Mountain Apache tribes. •Developed, wrote, piloted, implemented, and evaluated inclusive, culturally relevant program curriculum and trainings. •Trained 200+ community health educators in program curriculums and in-person, hybrid, and virtual implementation. •Assessed complex… Show more •Led strategic project management, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and scaling of $3.5M portfolio of 10 sexual health projects reaching 3,500+ youth and adult participants in Navajo Nation and White Mountain Apache tribes. •Developed, wrote, piloted, implemented, and evaluated inclusive, culturally relevant program curriculum and trainings. •Trained 200+ community health educators in program curriculums and in-person, hybrid, and virtual implementation. •Assessed complex regional and national community needs to determine opportunities for program implementation. •Headed data management, reporting and analysis (quantitative and qualitative), including developing assessments, implementing innovative data collection techniques, and leading data collection training across project sites. •Wrote successful grants, proposals, reports, research publications, presentations, and other strategic deliverables. Show less •Led strategic project management, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and scaling of $3.5M portfolio of 10 sexual health projects reaching 3,500+ youth and adult participants in Navajo Nation and White Mountain Apache tribes. •Developed, wrote, piloted, implemented, and evaluated inclusive, culturally relevant program curriculum and trainings. •Trained 200+ community health educators in program curriculums and in-person, hybrid, and virtual implementation. •Assessed complex… Show more •Led strategic project management, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and scaling of $3.5M portfolio of 10 sexual health projects reaching 3,500+ youth and adult participants in Navajo Nation and White Mountain Apache tribes. •Developed, wrote, piloted, implemented, and evaluated inclusive, culturally relevant program curriculum and trainings. •Trained 200+ community health educators in program curriculums and in-person, hybrid, and virtual implementation. •Assessed complex regional and national community needs to determine opportunities for program implementation. •Headed data management, reporting and analysis (quantitative and qualitative), including developing assessments, implementing innovative data collection techniques, and leading data collection training across project sites. •Wrote successful grants, proposals, reports, research publications, presentations, and other strategic deliverables. Show less

USAID Global Health Fellow, Family Planning and Cross-Sectoral Integrated Health

• Mar 2018 - Aug 2018

•Successfully developed $3M budget proposal and strategic recommendations advocating for integration of cross-sectoral initiatives in FP and SRH programs which were adopted by senior leadership. •Analyzed and provided innovative solutions for management challenges through special report of best practices of 4 large-scale social and behavior change projects in the Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. •Managed Cross-Sectoral Integrated Health workgroup of diverse internal and external… Show more •Successfully developed $3M budget proposal and strategic recommendations advocating for integration of cross-sectoral initiatives in FP and SRH programs which were adopted by senior leadership. •Analyzed and provided innovative solutions for management challenges through special report of best practices of 4 large-scale social and behavior change projects in the Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. •Managed Cross-Sectoral Integrated Health workgroup of diverse internal and external stakeholders across USAID. Show less •Successfully developed $3M budget proposal and strategic recommendations advocating for integration of cross-sectoral initiatives in FP and SRH programs which were adopted by senior leadership. •Analyzed and provided innovative solutions for management challenges through special report of best practices of 4 large-scale social and behavior change projects in the Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. •Managed Cross-Sectoral Integrated Health workgroup of diverse internal and external… Show more •Successfully developed $3M budget proposal and strategic recommendations advocating for integration of cross-sectoral initiatives in FP and SRH programs which were adopted by senior leadership. •Analyzed and provided innovative solutions for management challenges through special report of best practices of 4 large-scale social and behavior change projects in the Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. •Managed Cross-Sectoral Integrated Health workgroup of diverse internal and external stakeholders across USAID. Show less

Study Manager for the Baltimore Waste Management Study

• Jun 2017 - Feb 2018

•Managed study timeline, project deliverables, and ongoing community and stakeholder engagement. •Trained 4 undergraduate research assistants in best practices for qualitative data collection. •Designed research tools, created interactive Excel databases for data management and analysis, and developed clear training manuals to guide field teams in data management and research methods. •Developed surveys and project documents for data collection, as well as conducted mixed-methods… Show more •Managed study timeline, project deliverables, and ongoing community and stakeholder engagement. •Trained 4 undergraduate research assistants in best practices for qualitative data collection. •Designed research tools, created interactive Excel databases for data management and analysis, and developed clear training manuals to guide field teams in data management and research methods. •Developed surveys and project documents for data collection, as well as conducted mixed-methods fieldwork. •Cleaned and analyzed data (STATA and Atlas.ti) from a 100-question survey that explored knowledge, attitudes and experiences related to waste and litter accumulation in Baltimore neighborhoods. •Co-wrote manuscripts for Baltimore City waste removal policy change and publication.

MSPH Candidate in International Health Social and Behavioral Interventions

• Aug 2016 - Dec 2017

Rain-Fed Bathrooms Campaign Manager

• Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

•Led project management of study timeline and deliverables. •Collaborated with key stakeholders and community members to strategically plan campaign efforts. •Led 3 focus groups and collected 150+ intercept surveys on rain-fed bathroom use. •Conducted formative research to develop targeted approach for health communications intervention aimed at increasing rain-fed bathroom use. •Developed health communications promotional materials using graphic design. •Analyzed (STATA)… Show more •Led project management of study timeline and deliverables. •Collaborated with key stakeholders and community members to strategically plan campaign efforts. •Led 3 focus groups and collected 150+ intercept surveys on rain-fed bathroom use. •Conducted formative research to develop targeted approach for health communications intervention aimed at increasing rain-fed bathroom use. •Developed health communications promotional materials using graphic design. •Analyzed (STATA) efficacy of intervention to promote sustainability initiatives on campus.

Center for Livable Future Project Assistant

• Oct 2016 - Jun 2017

•Designed an innovative qualitative research study examining attitudes, beliefs, and social norms on food waste and nutrition labeling . •Managed team of 4 research assistants to ensure timely data collection, reporting, and adherence to protocol. •Conducted 10+ qualitative interviews and 10+ observations and analyzed (Atlas.ti) with grounded theory methodology. •Formulated interview guides, observation guides, research protocol, and supplemental materials for approval by… Show more •Designed an innovative qualitative research study examining attitudes, beliefs, and social norms on food waste and nutrition labeling . •Managed team of 4 research assistants to ensure timely data collection, reporting, and adherence to protocol. •Conducted 10+ qualitative interviews and 10+ observations and analyzed (Atlas.ti) with grounded theory methodology. •Formulated interview guides, observation guides, research protocol, and supplemental materials for approval by IRB. •Created social media content to recruit participants through Facebook and e-mail.

Project Assistant

• Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

•Independently conducted a systematic literature review of child and adolescent health, maternal health, family planning, gender-based violence, mHealth, and tuberculosis by screening 350+ abstracts and coding 71 academic articles. •Incorporated literature review findings to develop a targeted approach for Ujjiban, a social and behavioral change integrated health program in Bangladesh. •Coded 58 abstracts for a succinct meta-analysis of existing maternal, neo-natal, child and adolescent… Show more •Independently conducted a systematic literature review of child and adolescent health, maternal health, family planning, gender-based violence, mHealth, and tuberculosis by screening 350+ abstracts and coding 71 academic articles. •Incorporated literature review findings to develop a targeted approach for Ujjiban, a social and behavioral change integrated health program in Bangladesh. •Coded 58 abstracts for a succinct meta-analysis of existing maternal, neo-natal, child and adolescent health, reproductive health, nutrition and tuberculosis programs in Bangladesh. •Created a participatory Human Centered Design full-day presentation for country offices and internal use •Developed interactive and engaging Behavioral Economics training and presentation materials. •Authored a series of blogs on ongoing progress of Center programs to highlight global research and best practices. Show less •Independently conducted a systematic literature review of child and adolescent health, maternal health, family planning, gender-based violence, mHealth, and tuberculosis by screening 350+ abstracts and coding 71 academic articles. •Incorporated literature review findings to develop a targeted approach for Ujjiban, a social and behavioral change integrated health program in Bangladesh. •Coded 58 abstracts for a succinct meta-analysis of existing maternal, neo-natal, child and adolescent… Show more •Independently conducted a systematic literature review of child and adolescent health, maternal health, family planning, gender-based violence, mHealth, and tuberculosis by screening 350+ abstracts and coding 71 academic articles. •Incorporated literature review findings to develop a targeted approach for Ujjiban, a social and behavioral change integrated health program in Bangladesh. •Coded 58 abstracts for a succinct meta-analysis of existing maternal, neo-natal, child and adolescent health, reproductive health, nutrition and tuberculosis programs in Bangladesh. •Created a participatory Human Centered Design full-day presentation for country offices and internal use •Developed interactive and engaging Behavioral Economics training and presentation materials. •Authored a series of blogs on ongoing progress of Center programs to highlight global research and best practices. Show less

Wellness Center Coordinator

• Dec 2015 - Aug 2016

•Managed and coordinated 10+ ongoing programs, including Sexual Health Clinics, fitness classes, and weekly events. •Supervised four work study students, including developing and monitoring progress towards individual studies projects. •Created strategic social media communications (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) targeting student audience. •Developed innovative promotional materials and activities leading to increased awareness of the Wellness Center. •Coordinated logistics for a… Show more •Managed and coordinated 10+ ongoing programs, including Sexual Health Clinics, fitness classes, and weekly events. •Supervised four work study students, including developing and monitoring progress towards individual studies projects. •Created strategic social media communications (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) targeting student audience. •Developed innovative promotional materials and activities leading to increased awareness of the Wellness Center. •Coordinated logistics for a community-wide Health Fair with 35+ vendors and 500+ attendees. •Led strategic planning that resulted in a 35% increase in engagement for ongoing programs. Show less •Managed and coordinated 10+ ongoing programs, including Sexual Health Clinics, fitness classes, and weekly events. •Supervised four work study students, including developing and monitoring progress towards individual studies projects. •Created strategic social media communications (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) targeting student audience. •Developed innovative promotional materials and activities leading to increased awareness of the Wellness Center. •Coordinated logistics for a… Show more •Managed and coordinated 10+ ongoing programs, including Sexual Health Clinics, fitness classes, and weekly events. •Supervised four work study students, including developing and monitoring progress towards individual studies projects. •Created strategic social media communications (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) targeting student audience. •Developed innovative promotional materials and activities leading to increased awareness of the Wellness Center. •Coordinated logistics for a community-wide Health Fair with 35+ vendors and 500+ attendees. •Led strategic planning that resulted in a 35% increase in engagement for ongoing programs. Show less

Sports, Health and Wellness Intern

• Jan 2015 - May 2015

•Managed large-scale health programs for Prince George’s County, including Yoga in the Parks, Dine and Learns, Employee Lunch and Learns, and Summer Camp programming. •Collaborated across county departments to coordinate and promote programs online and in person. •Developed targeted social media messaging (Newsletter, Website, Facebook, Twitter) and flyers for program promotion. •Trained 100+ staff about integrating health, nutrition, exercise, and wellness into all summer programs… Show more •Managed large-scale health programs for Prince George’s County, including Yoga in the Parks, Dine and Learns, Employee Lunch and Learns, and Summer Camp programming. •Collaborated across county departments to coordinate and promote programs online and in person. •Developed targeted social media messaging (Newsletter, Website, Facebook, Twitter) and flyers for program promotion. •Trained 100+ staff about integrating health, nutrition, exercise, and wellness into all summer programs for children. •Designed, implemented, and evaluated educational lunch seminars for all M-NCPPC employees. Show less •Managed large-scale health programs for Prince George’s County, including Yoga in the Parks, Dine and Learns, Employee Lunch and Learns, and Summer Camp programming. •Collaborated across county departments to coordinate and promote programs online and in person. •Developed targeted social media messaging (Newsletter, Website, Facebook, Twitter) and flyers for program promotion. •Trained 100+ staff about integrating health, nutrition, exercise, and wellness into all summer programs… Show more •Managed large-scale health programs for Prince George’s County, including Yoga in the Parks, Dine and Learns, Employee Lunch and Learns, and Summer Camp programming. •Collaborated across county departments to coordinate and promote programs online and in person. •Developed targeted social media messaging (Newsletter, Website, Facebook, Twitter) and flyers for program promotion. •Trained 100+ staff about integrating health, nutrition, exercise, and wellness into all summer programs for children. •Designed, implemented, and evaluated educational lunch seminars for all M-NCPPC employees. Show less

Italy Study Abroad: A Comparative Analysis of Sexual and Domestic Violence-Selected Recipient

• Sep 2014 - May 2015

•Selected to participate in a year-long program comparatively analyzing domestic abuse and sexual violence policy in the United States and Italy. •Developed interpersonal communication skills to work with women and men who had suffered abuse. •Collaborated with students in Italy to gain deeper understanding of cultural norms and societal views on domestic abuse. •Culminated in fieldwork in Italy to work with policymakers on violence laws. •Selected to participate in a year-long program comparatively analyzing domestic abuse and sexual violence policy in the United States and Italy. •Developed interpersonal communication skills to work with women and men who had suffered abuse. •Collaborated with students in Italy to gain deeper understanding of cultural norms and societal views on domestic abuse. •Culminated in fieldwork in Italy to work with policymakers on violence laws.

Student Affairs Summer Intern

• Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

•Managed development projects, including creation of a water pipeline in an underserved indigenous community. •Strategically planned community-based interventions with local stakeholders to expand and establish mobile clinics. •Promoted daily hygiene, safe sex, maternal health, and family planning in Spanish through interactive presentations. •Created visually interesting documents, materials, blogs, and social media (Facebook, Twitter) content to foster engagement and interest of… Show more •Managed development projects, including creation of a water pipeline in an underserved indigenous community. •Strategically planned community-based interventions with local stakeholders to expand and establish mobile clinics. •Promoted daily hygiene, safe sex, maternal health, and family planning in Spanish through interactive presentations. •Created visually interesting documents, materials, blogs, and social media (Facebook, Twitter) content to foster engagement and interest of potential participants and worldwide chapters. •Led development of strategies for year-round chapter involvement and youth recruitment.

University of Maryland Chapter President

• Aug 2012 - Aug 2014

•Fundraised for clinics in South America, Tanzania and India by partnering with local businesses. •Organized on campus fundraising and community service events. •Directed educational community events for students and faculty on global health topics.

Federal Health Policy Fellow & Executive Intern for the Chief Medical Officer of USA

• Feb 2014 - May 2014

•Authored health communications, fact sheets, success stories, and blog entries for ACF initiatives. •Developed social media (Twitter, Facebook) repository for promotion of future ACF programming. •Organized and published human services data for public perusal as part of the Health Data Initiative. •Strategically disseminated information about the Affordable Care Act, men’s health, and human trafficking. •Authored health communications, fact sheets, success stories, and blog entries for ACF initiatives. •Developed social media (Twitter, Facebook) repository for promotion of future ACF programming. •Organized and published human services data for public perusal as part of the Health Data Initiative. •Strategically disseminated information about the Affordable Care Act, men’s health, and human trafficking.

Research Assistant

• May 2013 - Dec 2013

•Certified as a Level 1 MR Personnel at the Maryland Neuroimaging Center. •Facilitated Electroencephalography (EEG) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) research. •Analyzed and collected data on memory formation pathways in children for independent data project. •Coordinated child availability and recruited families for involvement in lab studies. •Certified as a Level 1 MR Personnel at the Maryland Neuroimaging Center. •Facilitated Electroencephalography (EEG) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) research. •Analyzed and collected data on memory formation pathways in children for independent data project. •Coordinated child availability and recruited families for involvement in lab studies.