Program Coordinator

• Oct 2022 - Present

• Coordinate with different departments to make sure that the operations of the Business and Policy Research Center (BPRC), Incubation Centers, and the Center for Public, Private and Community Partnerships (PPCP) run on time and smoothly. • Oversee the program budget, including tracking billing, payments, and other financial transactions • Prepare and assist in the preparation of grant requests and funding continuation from outside sponsors and vendors. • Monitor and supervise the activities of interns and assistants. • Manage the Fellowship and Internship programs and ensure the participants in these programs are being provided mentorship, coaching, and growth opportunities throughout their tenure. • Work closely with Senior Fellows, Advisory Board members, and Executive Board members to ensure the yearly plan is executed effectively. • Assist in developing and executing social media plans and campaigns for various projects and programs. Engage with online communities to increase outreach. • Schedule Advisory and Executive Board meetings in a timely manner and send updates to all associated. • Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the programs and revise program goals and objectives to meet the changing needs of participants and clients.

Information and Administration Manager

• Jun 2022 - Oct 2022

One of the nine American Spaces in Nepal. Supported and funded by the U.S. Embassy's Book Bus program.• Developed and improved data management and implementation processes and procedures.• Collected, verified, assessed, analyzed, and reported on program data, processes, and feedback.• Prepared contracts and memorandums of understanding for external consultants and partner organizations.• Managed and supported the collation of program highlights, statistics, and narratives to meet program reporting requirements. • Collated program documentation for quarterly and yearly reports on our programs.• Collated, organized, analyzed, and reported on data from program evaluations and reflection sessions after each program’s project cycle and prepare recommendations based on this. • Worked with the programming team to develop, structure, and manage the knowledge management system for our programs and projects.• Networked and liaised with media personnel to publicize and increase the outreach of our programs.

Program Manager

• Aug 2021 - Jun 2022

• Supervised the planning, coordination, and implementation of various programs and projects.• Prepared annual and quarterly program plans and budgets. • Communicated and managed roles and responsibilities efficiently with team members and program partners. • Monitored and evaluated programs, and prepared quarterly and annual reports on programs and projects.• Ensured programs are implemented within the approved budgetary limits.• Recruited, supervised, and trained team members. • Brainstormed new ideas and supported the planning and designing of new programs. • Led the development of new workshops and arts-based educational curriculum.• Supervised the development and execution of social media plans and campaigns.• Ensured the production of high-quality written and visual content.• Represented the organization and programs with dignity and through clear communications.

Administrative Coordinator

• Feb 2021 - May 2021

• Collaborated with the State Emergency Operations Center, Utah Department of Health, and local public health centers to plan no-barrier, welcoming, accessible testing events, and ongoing testing locations. • Provided cultural and language support to community members at testing sites and assisted with registration, forms, navigation, and other aspects as needed. • Tracked the number of calls, the types of requests/needs, responses, and resources provided, and gaps where resources are lacking • Identified and took action to eliminate any “choke points” and “high-traffic areas” where workers are forced to stand together, such as hallways and elevators. • Utilized the organization's template to prepare and submit a final report, including evaluation measures and examples of achievements and challenges.

Graduate Assistant / Peer Advisor

• Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

• Advised on immigration policies and maintaining student status including I-20/DS-2019 extensions, visa issues, international travel, change of visa status to F-1, medical reduced course loads, and employment authorizations. • Scheduled appointments set up conference calls and coordinated interdepartmental meetings and events. • Collected, organized, and analyzed data for specialized reports and projects. • Assisted in organizing, recruiting, training, and supervising new Office Assistants, trainees for the International Student Ambassador Program, and orientations for new international students. • Assisted in organizing & supervising undergraduate foreign exchange students in the Global UGRAD Exchange Program in collaboration with and organized by the International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX). • Provided emergency assistance, including guidance on health, family, or other emergencies. Emergency travel and/or departure from the United States. • Provided campus resource referrals, including campus activities, intercultural programs, ambassador programs, campus safety, and cross-cultural adjustment.

Program Officer

• Apr 2017 - May 2018

• Identified and built relationships with development agencies, policy, and research organizations that are critical to Outlines Research & Development Pvt. Ltd. delivering its objectives and programme• Developed ideas and projects for formal collaboration with targeted development agencies, policy, and research organizations• Drafted technical and financial proposals to secure funding while managing associate consultant contributions to proposal development • Managed and coordinated scheduled reporting to meet institutional donor reporting requirements• Coordinated overall programme portfolio to ensure key performance indicators are met and programme impact is in line with strategy• Contributed to strategic planning within the Programme Team, including annual and medium term planning and monitoring

Data Management Coordinator

• Mar 2016 - Apr 2017

• Disseminated reports and data analysis to relevant staff members, senior management and the Managing Director• Ensured high-quality data is available for extraction as needed by developing and implementing systems to identify, track, correct and prevent errors• Established and lead processes to develop standardized data entry within the company• Collaborated with the Information Technology Coordinator to ensure data transfer and extraction to the World Bank is meeting funder expectations• Assisted the Program Officer with analyzing data reports in support of planning, evaluation, decision-making and strategic planning for the company• Facilitated requests for the transferring, movement, and/or transformations of data while adhering to legal standards and regulations.

Freelance Writer

• Jun 2017 - Jan 2018

• Designed campaigns and wrote communications content to support product launches and learning initiatives while applying feedback and metrics to evaluate content effectiveness • Generated writing content on a diverse range of subjects across a broad range of media while working on multiple projects simultaneously with varying deadlines • Collaborated with various departments to produce, write, and edit creative content, including multimedia while applying consistent standards to elevate the overall quality of work • Researched and developed within general policy guidelines, informational material for dissemination to the media and the public, such as brochures, fact sheets, and feature articles

Student Liaison Officer

• Feb 2013 - Mar 2016

• Conducted NGO support volunteer programs that offered the opportunity to help build capacity and support for local businesses, nonprofits, and community groups • Assisted in general administration, grant writing, research, marketing, fundraising, IT support, website development, and teaching English • Conducted awareness campaigns on WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), health and nutrition, income generation, education enrichment and empowerment, and environmental management and protection

Monitoring And Evaluation Intern

• Jul 2015 - Dec 2015

• Supported Monitoring and Evaluation and Accountability team in data entry, registering the complaints feedback in complaints register sheet • Prepared and maintained records and case files, including documentation such as earthquake victims personal data and information • Maintained confidential information and services provided with community referral sources, such as schools and community groups • Analyzed information from interviews, case and medical records, consultation with other professionals, and Diagnostics evaluations to assess earthquake victims abilities, needs, and eligibility for services

Staff Writer

• Jun 2013 - May 2015

• Designed campaigns and wrote communications content to support product launches and learning initiatives while applying feedback and metrics to evaluate content effectiveness • Generated writing content on a diverse range of subjects across a broad range of media while working on multiple projects simultaneously with varying deadlines • Collaborated with various departments to produce, write, and edit creative content, including multimedia while applying consistent standards to elevate the overall quality of work • Researched and developed, within general policy guidelines, informational material for dissemination to the media and the public, such as brochures, fact sheets, and feature articles

Intern

• Oct 2013 - Jun 2014

• Conducted research on subject matter related to HIV/AIDS • Established a Knowledge Resource Facility in the HIV and AIDS sector along with an updated profile of its member organizations and the website • Contributed and maintained the company’s Newsletter and E-news • Collected new information about HIV/AIDS in Nepal and conducted various seminars based on it • Conducted research on subject matter related to HIV/AIDS • Established a Knowledge Resource Facility in the HIV and AIDS sector along with an updated profile of its member organizations and the website • Contributed and maintained the company’s Newsletter and E-news • Collected new information about HIV/AIDS in Nepal and conducted various seminars based on it

Staff Writer

• Nov 2011 - Apr 2012

• Designed campaigns and wrote communications content to support product launches and learning initiatives while applying feedback and metrics to evaluate content effectiveness • Generated writing content on a diverse range of subjects across a broad range of media while working on multiple projects simultaneously with varying deadlines • Collaborated with various departments to produce, write, and edit creative content, including multimedia while applying consistent standards to elevate the overall quality of work • Researched and developed, within general policy guidelines, informational material for dissemination to the media and the public, such as brochures, fact sheets, and feature articles

Intern

• Sep 2011 - Nov 2011