Experience

SciMetrika, LLC

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager-Global Health

  • Feb 2011 - Present

  Performs day-to-day program and project management activities within the Division of Technical Assistance and Training for the CDC Global Health IDIQ contract. Manage contracts, subcontracts, and/or task orders in assigned program area or other related functional areas. Recruits and hires public health professionals to staff contracts throughout CDC’s Center for Global health. Serves as the public health expert for a number of projects, to include- international health, communicable disease and chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS prevention education, as well as global disease security. Contribute to business development through client relations management and development of proposals. Assist Division Director with providing fiscal oversight for multi-million dollar budgets. Review and approve monthly invoices (for contracts and subcontracts, outgoing and incoming) and resolving issues with appropriate parties (i.e., internal accounting, client, or subcontractor).



ASHLIN Management Group

• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Sep 2009 - Jan 2011

  Managed all National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB prevention Technical support contracts. Served as the programmatic contract administrator providing day-to-day oversight of awarded task orders. Ensured successful completion of program work plans, develops and implements systems for collecting and analyzing program data, preparing program reports, budgets, and program communications, and supervising program staff. Coordinates TA and Capacity Building assistance to National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Program Committees, Assisted in the development of an Adaptation Guide for Behavioral Interventions for Gay and Bisexual Latino and Black males. Assisted in the development of new task order proposals. Conducted new business development presentations to clients and external stakeholders.



SRA, a CSRA company

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sr. Training Specialist

  • Jan 2007 - Sep 2009

  Assisted in the management of training activities for the CDC Division of Select Agent and Toxins (DSAT). Guided and implemented training development strategy including identifying audience needs, training materials, and methods of delivery (small group, large group, one-on-one, web-based, and teleconference). Translated laboratory investigation and research into practice- i.e. development of curriculum materials, handouts, fact sheets, videos, participant guides and training manuals. Trained CDC laboratory inspectors on proper inspection processes and procedures. Developed scripts, cast actors, and approved final edits on “An Overview of Select Agent Regulations” video project. Assisted in providing training and technical assistance to CDC registered entities (labs) regarding emergency preparedness and incidence response plans. Oversees development and implementation of standardized evaluation processes to measure training results (changes in attitude and behavior) and incorporates results into future training enhancements. Provided leadership and guidance to training staff, coordinates training calendar, and schedules.

• Sr. Technical Assistance Advisor

  • Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  Provided scientific, technical, and functional support for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Steps to a HealthierUS Program. Provided strategic planning, program implementation, and evaluation for Steps grantees regarding obesity, diabetes, asthma, nutrition, physical activity, and tobacco use prevention programs. Provided grantees with leadership in the development of program goals and objectives for worksite wellness, health promotion, and chronic disease prevention. Provided strategic communications guidance to Steps grantees in the development of key messages and identified proper channels for delivery of these messages. Developed appropriate educational materials for internal and external dissemination (fact sheets, program success stories, newsletters, FAQs, presentations, press releases, and website content). Developed one-page Success Stories for 40+ Steps grantee programs. Performed site visits, program reviews, and data analysis for program evaluation and cost effectiveness. Provides technical assistance and training support to Steps program grantees on accepted practices, budget compliance, policies and procedures development and social marketing.



Constella Group

• Information Technology & Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Training Specialist II

  • Jul 2004 - Jan 2006

  Coordinated, implemented, and managed training task orders for the CDC National Center for HIV/AIDS, STDs, and TB Programs/ Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention. Provided subject matter expertise in the coordination, development, implementation of HIV/AIDS training for CDC staff and their Project Officers. Coordinated logistics and contracts for guest speakers and training instructors. Assisted in the development of a Waived HIV Rapid Test Program Managers Training for the CDC-Capacity Building Branch. Developed, updated, and reviewed procedural and training guides. Managed all training activity including needs assessment, curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation. Coordinated a training resource library and clearinghouse for PPB Project Officers and staff. Delivered training programs and presentations. Developed qualitative and quantitative training evaluation tools. Developed training materials- binders, handouts, and training packets. Coordinated training dates and facility/logistical arrangements associated with training. Performed quality assurance checks on grantee funding applications for completeness and accuracy. Closely monitored subcontractors, consultants and vendors to ensure all objectives are met on time and within budget. Participated in and prepared necessary program-related reports and presentations.



Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice

• United States
• Public Safety
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Communicable Disease Specialist

  • Feb 2001 - Jul 2004

  Planned, developed, implemented, and evaluated a Comprehensive School Health Education Program designed to decrease the prevalence of STD/HIV/AIDS and promote healthier lifestyles in Metro Regional Youth Detention Center. Designed and piloted a STD/HIV/AIDS prevention curriculum for incarcerated youth. Gathered, analyzed, and monitored data regarding communicable diseases within Metro RYDC. Conducted chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV testing within Metro RYDC. Performed STD/HIV partner contact tracing for individuals with positive test results. Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions with those youth who tested positive for STDs and HIV. Managed a STD/HIV/AIDS Prevention Program and clinic located inside Metro RYDC-to include supervising nursing staff, volunteers, interns, and correctional officers, clinic flow, and standard operating procedures. Coordinated, developed, and implemented HIV/AIDS Prevention Education, HIV Occupational Exposures, and HIV/AIDS Sensitivity trainings for DJJ staff. Provided training and TA to 8 Youth Development Campuses and 21 Regional Youth Detention Centers throughout the state of Georgia regarding HIV/AIDS prevention program replication. Prepared necessary contractual reports and presentations.