Experience

The Funders Network

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• PLACES Fellowship

  • Mar 2023 - Present



Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

• Colorado

• Colorado Environmental Justice Advisory Board Member and Co-chair

  • Sep 2022 - Present



The Colorado Health Foundation

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Officer

  • Nov 2019 - Present

• Associate Program Officer

  • Mar 2019 - Nov 2019

  Grant making, Monitoring and Management*Support program officers and senior program offices through serving as first point of contact for potential grantees.* As assigned, research potential program and initiatives* Screen and conduct due diligence on grant requests*Develop and produce written summaries of grant recommendations* Review and analyze report to assess gran performanceRelationship Development and Management* Develop/maintain relationships with a variety of individual and organization* Develop strong working relationships with internal stakeholdersKnowledge Development and Management* Understand the work of the foundation, both programmatic and operational* Demonstrate general knowledge of health and health care and the work of nonprofits and governments agenciesOpportunity Identification and Problem Solving*Participate in issue identification discussions with individuals, organizations and networks* Provide support and resources to organizations and communities as they explore solutionsInitiative Development and Management* Actively engage in and support initiate development, leveraging knowledge, expertise, relationships, etc*Participate in organizational teams*Special projects and duties as assigned Show less



Boulder County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Immunization Specialist- Community Engagement and Health Care System

  • Aug 2009 - Apr 2019

  • Chair of the Boulder County Immunization Coalition: planned and organized meetings, educational and comprehensive trainings, events and activities for providers (medical or non medical staff). Developed partnerships with coalitions, agencies and programs in the County and State level. Managed activities that support the Coalition’s goals, including budgetary tasks.• Coordinated projects with community based organizations, school districts, medical community, agencies and programs in the county about engaging parents in the immunization conversation. • Developed an action plan for the immunization community engagement initiative in Boulder County and managed the work plan, monitored the indicators and evaluated the results.• Designed, implemented and communicated strategies for addressing the complex social determinants that influence immunization rates in the county.• Engaged key stakeholders at the local and state level to develop and implement approaches to improve immunization rates.• Participated and monitored public health and immunization policy developments in the legislative arena.• Developed, coordinated and implemented immunization educational presentations, in English and Spanish, for community and BCPH groups.• Oriented and supervised clerical, interns and volunteer staff. • Used and implemented evidence based strategies and data.• Developed immunization updates for the BCPH immunization website. Monitored and cataloged information from immunization websites, professional journals, newspapers, and other sources.• Participated on grant writing and worked as project manager for immunization grants (managed deliverables of contracts).• Supported the development of community-based, coordinated, client-centered systems of care for children and families in immunizations.• Represented BCPH in a variety of community groups, agencies, and professional organizations. Show less

• Raising of America - Early Childhood Community Engagement

  • Oct 2016 - Jan 2019

  •Serve as project manager and facilitator on assigned initiatives designed to support successful implementation of the RoA framework and workgroups. •Develop and ensure an emphasis on outcomes for early childhood health while recognizing the importance of engagement and focus on disproportionately impacted populations.•Develop and maintain a toolkit of materials to help early childhood and public health decision-makers, sister agencies and community members participate in, and benefit from, best practices related to engagement and public participation for RoA.•Participate and represent the RoA in various committees and groups related to program activities and responsibilities•Monitor work plans based on input from the Partnership and Establish and monitor indicators.•Evaluate and reflect on collaborative efforts and impacts of the Partnership.•Communicate with the public and partners regarding issues and events related to the Partnership. Collaborate with agency webmaster to maintain website and social media.•Coordinate engagement and policy efforts internal to Boulder County to ensure that the agency is a model for family-supportive practices.•Participate in fund-raising, grant-writing (local, state, and national), and oversee and monitor budget for RoA. Identify additional funding sources, resources and opportunities as appropriate.•Research and analyze issues, identified by stakeholders, as well as recommending options and describing their implications•Promote and operationalize principles of authentic engagement throughout the work of the Partnership.•Coordinate and participate in strategic planning, community health assessment, and community capacity development.•Analyze data (qualitative and quantitative) from our surveys, focus groups, key informant interviews to ensure the RoA framework.•Identifies gaps and deficiencies in planning and resources, and recommends adjustments in the RoA process. Show less



Boulder County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Community Services Healthy Kids Iniciative - Specialist

  • Sep 2008 - Apr 2009

  ·Conduct intake assessments with clients for program eligibility at one or more community-based organizations; ·Assist clients with information about health insurance and provide intensive levels of client contact and documentation. · Facilitate application procedures and following-up with clients regarding eligibility; Provide information to clients and the public with regard to the CHP+/Medicaid Program as well as other health and self-sufficiency programs; · Coordinate activities with CBOs including employers, schools, childcare providers, health care providers, non-profits and faith-based organizations to provide CHP+/Medicaid education and outreach; · Support CBOs and other community partners to meet project goals · Work with CBOs to increase CHP+ outreach and enrollment; · Identified locations and strategic partners for concentrated outreach efforts; maintaining a variety of program and client records; · Assist the Project Director in the preparation of reports; · Attend designated public and community meetings and events; · Perform related duties as required. Show less



Intercambio Uniting Communities

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Coordinator

  • Feb 2006 - Jul 2008

  •Coordinate one-on-one and group classes for Latinos in Boulder County for 900 students •Provide ESL assistance to low-income families working to achieve self-sufficiency •Responsible for program development and design strategic plan •Coordinate volunteer resources through team collaboration to achieve organizational goals •Develop ESL and Spanish curriculum for volunteers and students •Identify opportunities and create action plans to overcome program barriers •Responsible for helping students set goals to achieve academic success •Monitors database management of student intake. Keep updated client records •Responsible for assessments: pre and post assessments, follow up students cases. •Lead and direct interns that help with student intake, educational workshops, intercultural events and meetings •Main community outreach contact between Intercambio and the Latino community •Translator for both Latino and non-Latinos •Collaborate with human service agencies in Boulder County to help Intercambio's low-income students achieve self-sufficiency •Orders and maintains inventory of supplies •Perform other duties as required Show less



MINISTERIO DE EDUCACION

• Peru
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• World Bank and Ministerio de Education - Consultant

  • Jun 2004 - Jan 2005

  •Researched traditions and practices in rural communities on child raising in Peru •Designed qualitative research methods to analysis social and economic situations in rural communities •Made recommendations on training materials for educators •Recommended political policy changes with the Peruvian government to help achieve project goals •Implemented policy recommendations to help low-income families achieve self-sufficiency through legacy •Researched traditions and practices in rural communities on child raising in Peru •Designed qualitative research methods to analysis social and economic situations in rural communities •Made recommendations on training materials for educators •Recommended political policy changes with the Peruvian government to help achieve project goals •Implemented policy recommendations to help low-income families achieve self-sufficiency through legacy



Ministerio de la Mujer y Poblaciones Vulnerables

• Peru
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Especialista en Genero

  • May 2001 - Jun 2004

  Design and development of social projects Design of strategies and budgets for women's programs Plan and lead Life Skills classes Analysis of educational tools, including brochures and slogans Design and development of social projects Design of strategies and budgets for women's programs Plan and lead Life Skills classes Analysis of educational tools, including brochures and slogans