Experience

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  IES Abroad

  • Advancement Assistant

    • Mar 2011 - Present

    - Assistant to Vice-President and Chief Advancement Officer of IES Abroad.- Provide and prepare prospect research profiles, analysis of donors and prospective donors and biographical sketches for Advancement Office.- Produce, draft and process alumni and office correspondence.- Handle Mass mailings for fundraising campaigns and donor acknowledgements for Advancement Office.- Plan and coordinate alumni receptions and special events, including developing procedural timelines, programs, mailing lists, reception logistics, and background research on attendees.- Handle day to day operations of Advancement Office.

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  Global Alliance for Africa

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

  • Head Administrator / Development Assistant

    • May 2008 - Present

    Directed office procedures and administrative functions for organization. - Analyzed data trends utilizing FundRaiser®, b34s and Excel. - Handled all accounts receivable duties and financial reports; sent completed data to accountants for submission to auditors.- Managed accounting projects; ensured timely, cost-effective and accountable outcomes.- Provided comprehensive training to staff and volunteers. - Implemented mass mailing campaigns to thank supporters and donors.

  • Head Administrator / Development Assistant

    • May 2008 - Mar 2010

    - Directed office procedures and administrative functions for organization. - Analyzed data trends utilizing FundRaiser®, b34s and Excel. - Handled all accounts receivable duties and financial reports; sent completed data to accountants for submission to auditors.- Managed accounting projects; ensured timely, cost-effective and accountable outcomes.- Provided comprehensive training to staff and volunteers. - Implemented mass mailing campaigns to thank supporters and donors.

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  Chicago State University

  • Special Hire

    • Apr 2010 - Dec 2010

    - Produced reports for the Vice President utilizing SQL, Excel and Word.- Produced, analyzed and reported departments data.- Followed, analyzed and reported on student trends.- Developed and implemented follow-up mechanisms amongst admitted students. - Planned and developed selected on and off campus events. - Participated in selected educational and public relations activities.

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  Truman DePaul Bridge Program

  • Data / Office Manager

    • Apr 2006 - May 2008

    - Directed office operations including strategies to improve procedures and processes. - Managed paychecks and timesheets for all staff.- Completed data analysis and reporting.- Supervised work study personnel and provided comprehensive training.