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Program Coordinator

Higher Education ~ Non-Profit Sector ~ Fundraising ~ Business Administration

Student & Community Relations ~ Strategic Planning ~ Project Coordination ~ Analysis

         Possess sound leadership experience spanning event management, community networking, written communications, orientation, project management, resource allocation, data collection & analysis, training, and budgeting.

         Considerable expertise in planning, organizing, and managing workflow to optimize efficiency.

         Skilled at connecting with, influencing, aligning, and directing people from all cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.

         Reputation for positive work approach, initiative, energy, and commitment to achieving results.

         Proven ability to gracefully balance multiple concurrent projects according to stringent budget constraints and deadlines.

         Excel at fostering productive relationships conducive to organizational growth and goal attainment.

         Well-versed in marketing, social media, fundraising, and partnering with key stakeholders to expedite and ensure project success.

         Adept at performing wide range of administrative functions inclusive of appointment scheduling, database administration, budget planning, human resources support, marketing support, and client relationship management.

         Efficiently anticipate, plan, and respond accordingly to changing priorities and competing demands.

International Student Exchange, Madison, WI, 2015 - Present

International Education Coordinator

         Leverage exceptional skills in community outreach and networking to actively promote Student Exchange program including providing informative materials to local high schools.

         Orchestrate full-scope student placement from interviewing prospective families and conducting background checks, to supervising students throughout academic placement in the US.

         Match students with qualified families and seamlessly liaise among school, host families, and exchange students to ensure a positive outcome.

         Advise exchange students regarding passports, visas, and program policies and regulations.

La Costa Meadows Elementary School, Carlsbad, CA, 2014 Present

Classroom Library Coordinator / Fundraiser Chairperson

         Solicit sponsors and donations for silent auction, successfully raising $4K against goal of $2K.

         Establish and implement stewardship processes to ensure appropriate and accurate documentation, acknowledgement, and allocation of gifts.

         Demonstrate exceptional event planning skills as member of Halloween Carnival Committee.

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Gregg Anderson Academy, Palmdale, CA, 2013 Present

PTA Fundraiser Committee

         Contrive fundraising plans, recruit and supervise fundraising staff and volunteers, and design high-impact posters, websites, and newsletters to promote fundraisers and maximize participation and subsequent monies.

         Meet frequently with sponsors and assemble event committees to select venues, propose event schedules, clarify budgets, and review administrative procedures and event progress.

         Select and arrange accommodations, transportation, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing, and security for fundraisers.

         Championed planning and execution of Fall Festival which raised $17K+ against $14K projection.

Building Industry Association, Lancaster, CA, 2013 - 2014

Office Administrator

         Spearheaded the complete spectrum of administrative functions encompassing appointment scheduling, preparing business correspondence, records maintenance, invoice preparation, greeting visitors, and compiling financial statements.

         Provided top-notch customer service to optimize business reputation and client retention.

         Formulated spreadsheets, forms, and databases to track and maintain vital business information.

         Successfully completed 5-year Blue Ribbon project to raise awareness of building industry sector; gathered high volume of documentation to support critical decision-making, analytical, and research efforts.

Gregg Anderson Academy, Palmdale, CA, 2013 2014

Parent Volunteer

         Provided influential tutoring to students, successfully improving literacy and reading comprehension of 25 students in grade three.

Lake Hughes-Elizabeth Union School, Lake Hughes, CA, 2011 2013

Volunteer Coordinator

         Promoted school events via social media and word-of-mouth to elevate interest and attendance.

         Planned and organized Teacher Appreciation Week to honor and recognize educators for special contributions and excellent performance.

         Recruited, oriented, scheduled, and delegated assignments to volunteers.

Prior Background includes role as Senior Casualty Adjuster, Allstate Insurance, Marysville, WA. Highlights:

         Investigated, evaluated, and settled claims by reviewing police reports, medical documents, and physical property damage to determine extent of liability.

         Interfaced with claimants, witnesses, police, physicians, attorneys and other relevant stakeholders, negotiated settlements, and recommended litigation for non-negotiable settlements.

Bachelor of Science, Communications

Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

Microsoft Office Suite, SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System), Sign-Up Genius