MALEN ALENCASTRE

Fundraising Consultant at Migrarte Art & Tech
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Location
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, BR
Languages
  • English Professional working proficiency
  • Portuguese Full professional proficiency
  • Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency

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Credentials

  • EF SET Certificate
    EF SET Certificate
    Jun, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Gestión de proyectos: Agilismo centrado en las personas
    Fundación Graduados
    Jun, 2023
    - Oct, 2024
  • Certificação em liderança, capacidade de aprender e resiliência (Malala, Karnal e Flávio)
    Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul
    Aug, 2021
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • Spain
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Fundraising Consultant
      • Aug 2023 - Present
    • United States
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Fundraising Consultant
      • Apr 2023 - Present

      1. Lead the Face-to-Face Strategy Aimed at Companies in the Metropolitan Region of Salvador: Develop a comprehensive strategy for engaging with local companies on a face-to-face basis. Identify potential corporate partners and clients in the metropolitan area. Plan and execute meetings, presentations, and networking events to establish relationships and partnerships with these companies. Identify opportunities for collaboration, sponsorships, or fundraising with these companies. 2. Make and/or Maintain Contact with Companies in Lauro de Freitas, Building Loyalty of Monthly Funders: Establish and maintain regular communication with companies in Lauro de Freitas, focusing on those who are monthly donors or potential supporters. Build and nurture relationships with these companies to encourage ongoing support and loyalty. Provide updates on CRESCER's activities and impact to maintain their interest and commitment. 3. Collaborate for the Visibility of CRESCER with Different Actions for the Website, Social Networks, Among Others: Work on digital marketing and communication strategies to increase CRESCER's online visibility. Manage the organization's website, ensuring it is up-to-date with relevant information and engaging content. Utilize social media platforms to share updates, stories, and engage with the online community. Explore other channels or initiatives to enhance the organization's visibility. 4. Work in Partnership with Members of the Sector in the Development of Public Calls, Budgets, Proposals, Among Other Materials for the Recruitment and Mobilization of Resources: Collaborate with colleagues in the organization to develop funding proposals, budgets, and materials required for fundraising efforts. Stay informed about relevant public funding opportunities and contribute to the preparation of grant applications. Ensure that all materials produced are professional, persuasive, and tailored to the needs of potential funders. Show less

    • Brazil
    • Professional Training and Coaching
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Spanish Teacher
      • Oct 2022 - Present

      As a Spanish teacher for foreigners, I have played a fundamental role in teaching the Spanish language to students of various nationalities and proficiency levels. My focus has been to provide students with the necessary tools to achieve fluency in Spanish, adapting my teaching methods according to their specific goals and needs. I have been able to inspire and empower my students to reach their Spanish language learning goals while sharing my passion for the Spanish language and culture. a. Course Planning and Execution: I designed customized study plans that addressed the individual learning goals of my students, providing relevant and engaging content. b. Effective Teaching: I conducted dynamic and interactive classes that encouraged both oral and written communication, improving my students' listening and reading comprehension skills. c. Adaptability: I adjusted my pedagogical approach to cater to diverse needs, whether students were interested in learning Spanish for travel, business, or academic purposes. d. Personalized Support: I offered additional support to students facing difficulties, providing tutoring and extra resources for their success. Show less

    • Portugal
    • Professional Training and Coaching
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Spanish Teacher for Foreigners
      • Apr 2022 - Present

      In my role as a Spanish instructor for international learners, I have undertaken a pivotal role in imparting the Spanish language to students hailing from diverse nationalities and possessing varying levels of proficiency. My primary objective has revolved around equipping students with the essential skills to attain fluency in Spanish, all while tailoring my teaching methods to align with their distinct objectives and individual needs. Through my role as a Spanish educator for international students, I have successfully motivated and empowered my students to achieve their Spanish language learning objectives, all while sharing my fervor for the Spanish language and its rich culture. Show less

    • Brazil
    • Civic and Social Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Planning and Strategy Coordinator
      • Nov 2018 - Oct 2022

      1. Project Supervision and Alignment with Agile Principles: Oversee all projects to ensure they align with the objectives of funders and the NGO's methodologies, employing agile methodologies and tools such as Scrum and Kanban.2. Agile Project Kick-off and Planning: Organize, lead, and plan the initiation stages of new projects using agile principles, facilitating efficient project kick-offs.3. Creation of Agile Monitoring and Process Control Systems: Develop monitoring and process control systems that adhere to partner requirements while integrating HPP Brazil's agile methodologies.4. Agile Planning and Strategy Meetings: Take the lead in planning and strategy meetings with contract management teams and the partnership office, applying agile concepts to enhance project efficiency.5. Cross-functional Collaboration for Operational Excellence: Foster collaboration and synergy among operational areas within HPP Brazil, applying agile practices to streamline operations.6. Field Action and Process Optimization: Conduct field actions at project development locations to gain insights into local realities, optimizing processes through agile adaptation.7. Proactive Problem Solving: Proactively seek solutions when projects deviate from agreed-upon requirements, applying agile problem-solving methodologies.8. Continuous Improvement of Content Materials: Implement agile practices to facilitate continuous improvement in the development of content materials used in each project. Show less

    • Lead Project Coordinator
      • Feb 2017 - Oct 2018

      I spearheaded a project funded by the Inter-American Development Bank aimed at training 18 distinct productive groups, employing agile principles to enhance public policy tools, marketing strategies, and income generation.Key Agile Responsibilities:* Project Oversight and Iterative Evaluation: Utilized agile principles to continuously supervise and evaluate project outcomes, ensuring alignment with objectives. Employed iterative assessment methods to adapt and improve strategies as needed.* Team Leadership: Led a cross-functional team of 4 direct and 18 indirect team members, applying agile leadership practices to foster collaboration, adaptability, and productivity.* Financial Resource Management: Adopted agile financial management techniques to efficiently oversee and allocate project resources, optimizing financial allocation for maximum impact.* Resource Planning and Procurement: Employed agile resource planning techniques, promptly identifying and procuring the necessary financial and material resources required for project development.* Agile Planning and Execution: Employed agile project planning and execution, aligning activities with an action plan and operational schedule, which featured dynamic events, courses, and workshops that could be adjusted as needed to respond to evolving project requirements.By embracing agile methodologies, the project was able to maintain flexibility, adapt to changing circumstances, and maximize the effectiveness of resource allocation, ultimately achieving its objectives more efficiently. Show less

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • International Volunteer Team Teacher
      • Dec 2015 - Jan 2017

      * I was a teacher for two international teams of volunteers. The volunteers were from different countries in Latin America and Asia who went to the United States to be trained in theoretical and practical knowledge for 3 to 6 months. * The content shared with the volunteers was about: teamwork, basic knowledge in world economics, social and cultural knowledge of the countries where the volunteers opted for their months of practical actions. * The classes were fully interactive, as we sought to teach collectively and with a participatory construction. Show less

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Operating Partner
      • Nov 2015 - Apr 2016
    • Zimbabwe
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Manager of Contracts
      • Jan 2015 - Nov 2015

      * My main responsibility was to be the liaison between project leaders or coordinators and funders. This meant being responsible for meetings with international funders, with coordinators, monitoring internal and external reports, and responsible for external communication regarding HPP projects. * I was responsible for monitoring the implementation and development of 5 projects in 12 municipalities in the country. * The funders in these projects were international organizations such as: UNICEF, UNDP and World Bank. Show less

    • Argentina
    • Financial Services
    • Credit Risk Manager
      • Mar 2012 - Dec 2013
    • United States
    • Information Technology & Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Administration and Finance Director
      • Mar 2011 - Feb 2012

      Controlling the overall budget of the regional office and supporting local projects under implementation; Developing transparent fund management methodologies; Controlling the organization's expenses; Management of local bank accounts; Administration of petty cash and funds processed in the province; Assisting the national office in the preparation of financial statements, balance sheets and accounting reports; Ensure the correct use of project resources, always in accordance with TECHO's criteria and objectives; To prepare budgets on a permanent basis. Show less

    • Argentina
    • Financial Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Control Management analityc
      • Jan 2009 - Feb 2011

      Evaluate the correct performance of an organization, through the use of information systems. Prevent and evaluate opportunities and risks. Plan, implement and evaluate the activities, processes and people, in accordance with the established objectives. Evaluate the correct performance of an organization, through the use of information systems. Prevent and evaluate opportunities and risks. Plan, implement and evaluate the activities, processes and people, in accordance with the established objectives.

    • Argentina
    • Wellness and Fitness Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Administrative Assistant
      • Sep 2005 - Mar 2006

      In charge of personnel administration, carrying out tasks of registrations and cancellations of afip, files, bank reconciliations. Start date In charge of personnel administration, carrying out tasks of registrations and cancellations of afip, files, bank reconciliations. Start date

Education

  • universidad católica
    Design and creation of a social enterprise, Project management
    2020 - 2020
  • University of California, Irvine - The Paul Merage School of Business
    Project Initiation and Planning, project planning
    2020 - 2020
  • Universidad Nacional de Córdoba
    licenciada en economia, economia
    2003 - 2009

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