Anna Crouch
Washington,DC
Summary
Adaptable program development professional with a global focus, committed to advancing healthy, just, and safe societies through impactful peacebuilding initiatives. Recognized for adept conflict resolution skills and a comprehensive understanding of global programming dynamics for collaboration across diverse departments and country offices. Motivated by mission-oriented goals, ready to contribute to a vibrant Global Programs team. Based in Washington, D.C., and eager to excel in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Development Officer
Search For Common Ground
Washington, DC
09.2023 - Current
- Research, identify, and monitor all funding opportunities for the entire organization.
- Analyze and disseminate funding opportunities to relevant country and thematic teams for strategic alignment and improve and develop tracking systems.
- Provide strategic analysis for global program design, crafting compelling written materials and presentations to present funding recommendations to leadership with precision
- Facilitate design calls, lead cross-departmental design processes, and champion proposal and concept note processes.
- Responsible for the Program Development Team's knowledge management, regularly updating internal tools and resources.
- Ensure the accuracy of the Salesforce Grants Management System, developed a robust data governance system for maintaining accurate records.
- Serve as the initial point of contact for framework mechanisms. Collaborate with partners and relevant colleagues for the development of new programs under said mechanisms.
- Cultivate strategic donor relations with key entities and arrange meetings for visiting Country Directors.
- Provide analytical support for partnership decision-making and foster peer relationships with prospective partners.
- Develop and organize department trainings, ensuring team proficiency in donor portals and meeting specific donor requirements.
- Oversee the recruitment and supervision of multiple interns annually.
- Provide comprehensive onboarding and orientation for mid and entry-level program staff to ensure seamless integration into the team.
- Supported the start-up phase of an FCDO-funded project in Tanzania and Mozambique.
Program Development Associate
Search For Common Ground
Washington, DC
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Responsible for identifying, analyzing and disseminating all non-European funding opportunities to the entire organization.
- Supported the creation and implementation of program development strategies.
- Participated in capture processes, including developing partnerships and capture planning.
- Supported the development of bids, drafts sections of proposals or concepts.
- Facilitated monthly team meetings and monthly organization-wide fundraising session.
- Co-developed and conducted business development trainings for local partners in Nigeria, Guinea, Liberia and Tunisia.
- Supported the transition of 7 Search country offices to become local entities.
Global Policy and Outreach Assistant
Search For Common Ground
Washington, DC
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Supported the development of global partnerships, project designs, and proposals.
- Supported the business development team with identifying and researching funding opportunities, the development of bids, drafting proposal sections and partnership materials, knowledge management, and capture planning.
- Supported the policy and outreach unit in building relationships with policy makers, NGOs, and academics to advance the peacebuilding field..
Global Affairs and Partnerships Intern
Search For Common Ground
Washington, DC
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Conducted research related to fundraising from bilateral governments, multilaterals, and foundations.
- Consistently identified and researched opportunities for new program development and partnerships, reviewing over 1oo opportunities on a daily basis.
- Developed and updated knowledge management tools and resources, including capacity statements, fundraising analysis, proposal trackers, and strategies.
Global Service-Learning Program Assistant
Alliance University
Nyack, NY
07.2012 - 07.2016
- Oversaw all programmatic aspects of the overseas education department including program coordination, scheduling, budget tracking, database maintenance, and departmental administrative duties.
- Developed and delivered cross-cultural education training information for 200 students each year.
- Managed logistics and travel for 10-12 educational programs and 200 students each academic year.
- Responsible for all internal and external correspondence with various departments, educational partners, and travel-related vendors.
- Collaborated with the program director for program monitoring and evaluation.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural Studies & Religion
Alliance University
Nyack, NY05.2012
Skills
- Proposal Writing & Program Design
- Conflict Resolution
- Capacity Building
- Knowledge Management
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Budget & Finance
- Partnership Development
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Training and Facilitation
- Data Analysis
- Database Management
- Salesforce Management
- Microsoft PowerBI
- Google & Microsoft Suite Proficiency
Certification
German - Basic
Russian - Basic
Timeline
Program Development Officer
Search For Common Ground
09.2023 - Current
Program Development Associate
Search For Common Ground
12.2021 - 08.2023
Global Policy and Outreach Assistant
Search For Common Ground
07.2021 - 11.2021
Global Affairs and Partnerships Intern
Search For Common Ground
09.2020 - 06.2021
Global Service-Learning Program Assistant
Alliance University
07.2012 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - International Relations
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural Studies & Religion
Alliance University