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Andrea Vermeulen

BROWNSBURG,Indiana

Summary

Accomplished leader with extensive experience at the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, excelling in grant writing and strategic planning. Proven track record in securing funding and enhancing staff capabilities, while championing diversity initiatives and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Committed to driving impactful social change through effective grants management.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, FSSA Grants Office

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2008 - Current
  • Directed Grants Office for Indiana's largest social services agency, FSSA.
  • Identified funding opportunities that aligned with agency priorities and managed application development.
  • Provided technical assistance for grant writing, budget development, and grants management.
  • Developed resources to enhance staff capabilities in federal grant applications.
  • Led strategic planning efforts to align office objectives with FSSA mission.
  • Participated in Race Equity Committee to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Served as founding member of Indiana Grants Management Collaborative and Chair of Grants Policy Committee.

Grants Management Specialist

Indiana Family & Social Services Administration
Indianapolis, Indiana
04.2006 - 02.2008
  • Established FSSA Grants Office in collaboration with Agency leadership to oversee federal grant activity.
  • Researched and identified potential funding sources for resource-needy programs.
  • Developed and managed accurate, compliant grant applications in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Provided technical assistance for effective grant writing and comprehensive grants management.

Program Director - M.E.D Works

Indiana Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2002 - 04.2006
  • Oversaw implementation of new Medicaid Buy-In program, MED Works.
  • Managed $2 million Medicaid Infrastructure grant to eliminate barriers for individuals with disabilities.
  • Directed activities of subrecipients and contractors to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
  • Chaired advisory committee, facilitating collaboration and strategic planning.

Program Specialist

Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.1999 - 12.2002
  • Conducted research on relevant topics related to the program's mission.
  • Assisted in the creation and revision of program policies and procedures to ensure compliance.

Project Associate, Habits of the Heart

Indiana Humanities Council
Indianapolis, Indiana
06.1997 - 09.1998
  • Provided support for the management of a $2 million grant from Lilly Endowment focused on youth leadership in philanthropy, enhancing community engagement using an asset-based community development model.
  • Developed a comprehensive newsletter to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
  • Planned and executed events, fostering collaboration and participation among local organizations.

Civil Rights Specialist

Indiana Civil Rights Commission
Indianapolis, Indiana
10.1994 - 06.1997
  • Conducted thorough investigations on civil rights complaints and violations.
  • Maintained detailed records of investigations and resolutions for accurate reporting.
  • Participated in ongoing training and compliance initiatives to ensure regulatory adherence.

Education

Master of Arts - Feminist Liberation Theology

Episcopal Divinity School
Cambridge, MA
05-1994

Bachelor of Arts - Religion

Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA
05-1991

Skills

  • Grant writing
  • Budget development
  • Grants management
  • Strategic planning
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team leadership
  • Diversity initiatives
  • Collaboration
  • Technical assistance
  • Policy development
  • Stakeholder engagement

Certification

  • Grants Management Certification, 2022
  • Inclusive Leadership Certification, 2020
  • Natural Born Pilots, FSSA Leadership program, 2019

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Governor's Public Service Award
  • 2020 FSSA Secretary's Health Impact Award

Volunteering

  • Board President, All Souls Unitarian Church - 2013 - 2015
  • Board Vice-President, All Souls Unitarian Church - 2011 -2013
  • Board Member, All Souls Unitarian Church - 2008 - 1011
  • Co-Founder and Board Member, Indianapolis Freedom School, All Souls Unitarian Church - 2014 - 2017

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director, FSSA Grants Office

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
02.2008 - Current

Grants Management Specialist

Indiana Family & Social Services Administration
04.2006 - 02.2008

Program Director - M.E.D Works

Indiana Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning
01.2002 - 04.2006

Program Specialist

Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction
01.1999 - 12.2002

Project Associate, Habits of the Heart

Indiana Humanities Council
06.1997 - 09.1998

Civil Rights Specialist

Indiana Civil Rights Commission
10.1994 - 06.1997

Master of Arts - Feminist Liberation Theology

Episcopal Divinity School

Bachelor of Arts - Religion

Dickinson College

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