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
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
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
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
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
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