Experience

The University of Connecticut Foundation, Inc.

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Contract Administrator

  • Jul 2018 - Present

• Paralegal

  • Jan 2007 - Present

  · Increase donor and alumni engagement by facilitating timely and effective review and preparation of over 300 contracts and giftagreements a year;· Review the impact of contract terms on the organization, identify potential risks and liability, and work with staff on negotiations between the organization and vendors;· Enhance operational efficiencies and staff competency through the steady application of policy and practice, supporting updates to policy documentation, and providing guidance on compliance matters;· Member of a cross-departmental team addressing the implementation of new technology platforms for the organization with an emphasis on those required for successful remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic.Key Achievements:· Research Freedom of Information Act to support the organization’s position at legislative hearings leading to a successful resolution of proposed changes to Senate Bill No. 996,Public Act 21-19;· Develop, administer, and maintain a contract management and tracking system, and write and publish a Contract Submission Procedures employee manual to accommodate a 135% increase in alumni engagement event contracts. Show less