Amanda Beckett
Portland,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in collaborative environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Mark Sherman Consulting, LLC
05.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with campaign goals
- Manage meeting logistics, multiple calendars, and task-tracking functions to optimize efficiency and client investment
- Provide consistent, reliable communication bridging lead consultant, grant writer, and designer with clients
Data Quality Consultant
Nonprofit Data Geeks
10.2020 - Current
- Salesforce subcontractor specializing in the support of data management for several national nonprofit organizations
- Contribute development expertise and advising to enhance client development and fundraising efforts
- Accurately edit, merge, and compile clean donor and client records for reporting
Development & Operations Associate
Breakthrough Twin Cities
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Supported fundraising and outreach efforts through grant and report writing, digital communications, and database management
- Lead administrative staff to Board of Directors in charge of communications, on-boarding, document writing and editing, and meeting scheduling
Development Manager
The Bridge for Youth
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed and supported all aspects of fundraising and development activities, including grants management and supervision of department staff
- Developed and executed annual development plan
- Identified programmatic and funding opportunities that increased agency capacity
- Conceptualized social media and public relations strategies for greater brand awareness
Grant Writer
NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center, Inc.
06.2017 - 07.2018
- First dedicated agency grant writer
- Secured funding for multiple new programs and staff that address at-risk youth, truancy reduction, and violence prevention
- Expanded existing direct service programs through county, state, and foundation grant funding
- Worked collaboratively with CEO, COO, and program management staff to steward donors and develop comprehensive proposals
Grants Manager
The Children’s Place
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Sole agency grant writer and researcher
- Met all government, restricted/unrestricted foundation, and United Way fundraising goals for 2014-2016
- Curated and secured funding from several new private, state, and corporate grant funding sources
- Assisted with other development department duties as needed (e.g. social media, database management, donor acknowledgment, event production)
Community Outreach Coordinator
Colorado Youth At Risk
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Responsible for recruitment and placement of all mentors and volunteers for agency, utilizing numerous digital and print media platforms to aid recruitment. Seasonal mentor quota met at 100%.
- Regularly presented information sessions to the general public regarding agency mission and programs
- Conducted outreach at community and corporate volunteer fairs, neighborhood festivals, and all agency events
Human Resources and Operations Coordinator
Rocky Mountain MS Center
02.2012 - 08.2013
- Promoted from Executive and Development Assistant to primary accounts payable and personnel coordinator, as well as administrative staff supervisor
- Tracked receivables and expenses and worked cooperatively with Executive Director, Financial Coordinator, and Board Treasurer
- Worked in conjunction with University of Colorado – Department of Neurology, Brain & Spinal Tissue Bank, and its related Institutional Review Board
Education
Ayurvedic Health Counselor Certification - Ayurveda
The Shakti School
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Administrative & Project Management Experience
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Small Business Ownership & Operations
- Donor Relations & Database Management
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
- Trello
- Salesforce and other CRM systems
- Canva
- Zoom
Additional Information
Food business Owner and Operator from 2021 - 2024.
Yoga Instructor and wellness professional from 2019 - present.
Administrative and Care Coordinator roles in health care settings from 2003 - 2009.