Product & Quality Assurance Director

• May 2023 - Present

Global Partnerships Program Manager

• Jan 2021 - May 2023

Business Development Coordinator

• Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager

• Feb 2019 - Jan 2020

Provide expertise in MEL strategy and planning in a social enterprise environment, driving Akola forward as a thought leader in the women’s economic empowerment fieldDeveloped comprehensive MEL strategy, including research-based theory of change, core impact indicators, program outcome monitoring frameworks, and impact evaluation methodsDeveloped and implemented comprehensive survey measuring outcome and impact level indicators; trained and supervised field data collection teamLed a qualitative, participatory process of formative needs assessment which elicited from beneficiaries their definitions of key concepts in the theory of change (empowerment, wellbeing, adequate standard of living) through focus groups and interviews Lead ongoing analysis of quantitative and qualitative data sets and delivered high quality reports on findings Manage regular program monitoring, reporting, and data management systems to foster data-driven decision making; collaborate with program and leadership teams to ensure systems met the needs of stakeholders at all levelsManaged the Financial Inclusion program, centered around Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) groups; built capacity of staff assistants and peer leaders, designed financial inclusion trainings, closely monitored monthly program data to ensure utmost accountability in the VSLA groups, and used creative problem solving to find effective ways forward in the face of challenges Show less

Program Manager- M&E and VSLAs

• Oct 2017 - Jan 2019

Director of Development

• May 2016 - Sep 2017

Developed grant proposals to a variety of public and private fundersCoordinated internal and external reporting systems and ensured the timely submission of donor reportsConducted research to identify potential donors and partners, and proactively made first contact with prospectsManaged and executed annual direct fundraising appeals; developed strategy and materials for donor communications and stewardship Managed the organization's social media and online communications platforms (email, blog), including monthly email newslettersSupervised field-based communications staff to ensure timely and successful completion of projectsParticipated actively with the Executive Director, Board, and field staff in strategic planning processes around program, fundraising, and communications Supervised and provided guidance for field staff on program evaluation and assessment activities Show less

Monitoring and Evaluation Fellow

• Sep 2015 - Apr 2016

Worked with program staff to refine program objectives and indicators, develop program logframes, define our organizational theory of change, and develop a three-year strategic plan. Designed, implemented and analyzed baseline and follow-up surveys to monitor program impact; designed other program tracking tools as needed, including qualitative evaluation methods (Most Significant Change interviews)Developed new project proposals, including a successful $100,000 USAID project Produced program reports for donors and board members Show less

Learning, Evaluation and Impact Intern

• Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

Analyzed final grantee reports against organizational indicators of progress, in order to gather data on impact in the areas of sexual and reproductive health and rights, economic and political empowerment, zero violence, and movement building. Conducted desk research on global violations against women human rights defenders, to assist in organizational strategic planning. Drafted a user's guide for a new reporting format to be rolled out in the coming grant cycle, explaining to grantees how to report on organizational outcomes and how to set up M&E processes in their own organizations. Show less

Writing Center Consultant

• Jan 2015 - May 2015

Held one-on-one sessions for undergraduate and graduate students, to provide feedback on academic writing

Admissions Graduate Assistant for Data and Operations

• Sep 2014 - May 2015

Handled communications with prospective students and applicants to the Heller School. Assisted them in troubleshooting issues with their applications and managed student profiles in Slate, a higher education admissions CRM application. Also supported admissions staff in other administrative tasks as needed.

University TEFL Instructor

• Jul 2012 - Jun 2014

Taught Oral English classes for first and second year students. Motivated student learning and improved the English level of a total of approximately 600 students over 2 years Designed semester curriculum, prepared weekly lessons and conducted evaluations to monitor student progress, independently and with limited supervision Planned and led teacher training workshops, designed to facilitate knowledge-sharing of best practices in the field of English teaching Facilitated a weekly women's empowerment group with students, increasing student self-confidence, improving discussion skills and building a sense of community and collaboration between teacher and students Planned and facilitated two end-of-year women’s summits for students from 4 universities across Sichuan province. Collaborated with other Peace Corps volunteers to write grants, manage budgets, coordinate logistics and execute activities Show less

After School Program Leader

• Jan 2010 - May 2012

• Led 130 students in after school activities, to ensure a safe and supportive social and learning environment • Mentored and supported students on a daily basis, and aided academically struggling students by providing additional homework support and tutoring • Planned and facilitated daily arts and recreation activities, implementing youth development methodology and skills developed through professional training sessions • Led 130 students in after school activities, to ensure a safe and supportive social and learning environment • Mentored and supported students on a daily basis, and aided academically struggling students by providing additional homework support and tutoring • Planned and facilitated daily arts and recreation activities, implementing youth development methodology and skills developed through professional training sessions

Summer Arts Instructor

• Jul 2011 - Aug 2011

• Supervised weeklong summer arts programs for groups of students age 6-12 • Designed curriculum, coordinated necessary resources and facilitated activities in the areas of dance, recycled art, and photography to ensure student enrichment and safety • Organized exhibitions at the end of each week for parents and families, to demonstrate new skills students had achieved • Supervised weeklong summer arts programs for groups of students age 6-12 • Designed curriculum, coordinated necessary resources and facilitated activities in the areas of dance, recycled art, and photography to ensure student enrichment and safety • Organized exhibitions at the end of each week for parents and families, to demonstrate new skills students had achieved

Campus Tours Representative

• Sep 2007 - May 2009

• Delivered professional presentations for prospective students and special industry guests about academic programs and university life, to develop enrollment and foster positive public perception of the university • Managed student records database and daily visit reports to facilitate future communication between admissions officers and prospective students • Demonstrated excellent presentation, customer service and public relations skills • Delivered professional presentations for prospective students and special industry guests about academic programs and university life, to develop enrollment and foster positive public perception of the university • Managed student records database and daily visit reports to facilitate future communication between admissions officers and prospective students • Demonstrated excellent presentation, customer service and public relations skills