Public Speaking, Volunteering, Cycling, Golf, Writing, Mixed Martial Arts, Cooking, Hiking
Aaron Kyle Jackson
LONG BEACH,CA
Summary
Accomplished and results-oriented professional with 10+ years of experience in relationship management, business analysis, and grants and contracts oversight. Proven ability to build strong relationships, lead teams, and manage complex projects. Skilled in financial analysis, process improvement, and strategic planning. Passionate about community service and social impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Divisional Director of Grants and Contracts
The Salvation Army
12.2022 - Current
- Oversaw and reconciled the monthly updating of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA file) for all government programs within the division
- Served as the primary point of contact for all online activity within the Enterprise Grant Management System for LA County, including updating signers, risk assessment entry (audits), assigning permissions, and financial approval
- Developed and implemented a monitoring system to improve funder relationships, successfully moving the organization from the bottom 10 most risky agencies to the top 10
- Liaised with divisional compliance managers, program directors, business managers, external agencies, and donor board members to communicate program changes, updates, amendment changes, and ensure financial efficiency and program wellness
Divisional Grants Coordinator
The Salvation Army
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and maintained in-depth knowledge of Divisional Programs to effectively communicate and partner with the Divisional Social Services Director and the Divisional Compliance Manager to ensure the fulfillment of grant requirements
- Reviewed and analyzed individual procedures and internal documentation, including contracts and spreadsheets, to assess their validity and effectiveness
- Spearheaded the execution process of grants and contracts to guarantee timely review, signing, execution, and return
Ambassador
OneLegacy
08.2022 - Current
- Advocated for organ, eye, and tissue donation by proactively sharing accurate information, correcting misconceptions, and addressing questions and concerns
- Led speaking engagements at high schools, hospitals, and businesses to raise awareness and emphasize the profound human impact of organ donation
- Volunteer
Mentor Volunteer
UCLA Health
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Facilitated bi-weekly Zoom meetings to provide emotional support, guidance, and long-term relationship building for transplant patients
- Served as an on-call mentor, offering emotional support and process navigation to patients on medical surgery waiting lists and those recently transplanted
- Collaborated with cross-functional medical groups to develop a care clinic aimed at increasing the number of transplant program acceptances
- Volunteer
Freelance Photographer
Ajacks Creatives LLC
06.2018 - 11.2022
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting for photoshoots
- Captured high-quality images for a variety of projects, including family, product, and scenery
- Determined subject positioning, adjusted props and lighting, and selected optimal camera angles to achieve desired results
- Digitally edited photos to enhance their overall appearance
Sr. Service Director
Bank of America
05.2014 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with sales teams to provide financial analysis and increase client engagement, leading to increased sales
- Managed client accounts and resolved complex requests, providing exceptional service and technical training
- Served as a Customer Satisfaction Liaison, creating and implementing follow-up communication guidelines that increased client satisfaction by 8%
- Received the Bank of America GOLD Award for 2017 1st Quarter Top Performer
Education
Bachelors of Science - Economics Minor in Business
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Energetic and Positive
- Program performance analysis
- Reporting analytics
- Subject matter expertise
- Contract management
- Relationship building and management
- Microsoft office
- Grant compliance
- Team leadership
- Cost monitoring
- Policy and procedure improvements
- Motivational Speaker
Interests
Timeline
Divisional Director of Grants and Contracts
The Salvation Army
12.2022 - Current
Divisional Grants Coordinator
The Salvation Army
11.2022 - 12.2022
Ambassador
OneLegacy
08.2022 - Current
Mentor Volunteer
UCLA Health
01.2021 - 11.2022
Freelance Photographer
Ajacks Creatives LLC
06.2018 - 11.2022
Sr. Service Director
Bank of America
05.2014 - 04.2018
Bachelors of Science - Economics Minor in Business
Florida A&M University
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