BRENDA EDDINS-BEY
Jamaica ,NY
Summary
Motivated and driven professional with over 15 years of experience, and great work ethics in a Medical, Corporate, and Non-Profit setting, seeking a management position within a thriving Organization. Experience managing contracts with budgets over 100k, and a proven history building membership, partnership, and business relationships. Experience at creating efficient processes, using Lean Six Sigma Principles. Focused Contract Specialist offering 2 years of experience tracking and monitoring status of active and expiring contracts, with a focus on contract compliance. Organized and maintained vendor and contract database to enhance contract oversight. Skilled in developing service level agreements and ensuring complete fulfillment of stipulations. Experienced Contract Specialist with 2 of experience in contract administration and management. Proficient in monitoring contractor's performance with contract requirements and contract funding and expenditures. Detail-oriented in planning and managing procurement programs and contracting activities. Thorough in administering contract processes and ensuring policy and regulatory compliance. Committed to resolving contractor performance issues by devising solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment and Training Contract Specialist
Delaware Dept of Labor Employment & Training
02.2023 - Current
- Technical advisor to subcontractors during contract period; found managerial and operational problems and developed corrected action plans; supplying interpretation of laws, guidelines, and policies when needed
- Monitor and evaluate contract management and effectiveness through on-site reviews and analysis of subcontractor performance and operations
- Initiate and take part in the development of unit/ program policy and procedure and long-range planning goals and aims
- Prepares monthly financial calculation for fiscal team to decide flow of funds to subcontractors based on analysis of statistical and financial reports; decides advance amounts; approve and/or disallow payments
- Makes individual and group oral and written presentations to special interest groups; participate on related committees and task forces
- Performs special projects individually or as part of a cohort such as conversion of the unit’s manual system to automated system, development of new policies, procedures and forms, and development of EEO employment and guidelines
- Perform Data Analysis to evaluate if performance measures are being meet by Sub-Contractors
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
District Manager
Daughters of Zion Grand Chapter-OES Inc
07.2017 - 12.2023
- Managed and supervised all operations and financial activities of the organization
- Mentored, motivated, and supplied leadership to all Chapter members
- Oversaw and maintained coordination of workflow between different Subordinate Chapters of the organization
- Prepared PowerPoint presentations for team meeting
- Created and advised on policy, procedures, constitution, and bylaws
- Attended and chaired all Grand meetings and learning sessions
- Organized and coordinated team meetings, assemblies, and conferences across various states
- Lead community initiatives designed to develop connections between the Organization and Community, including Organization introductions, curating events, and event follow-ups
- Developed and implemented strategies for identifying businesses that could potentially benefit from Daughters of Zion Services
- Generated monthly reports detailing membership updates and financial forecasting
- Trained, Mentored and Coach volunteers to ensure a clear understanding on policies and procedures
- Performed succession-planning activities and assisted in mentoring new president-elect
- Boosted Social Media presence by posting events and activities on FB and other virtual platforms
- Assisted with administrative tasks as needed
- Organized and structure youth component organization
- Raised over 10k to support community initiatives, and scholarship fund.
Executive Administrative Assistant/ Project Coordinator (Onboarding Specialist)
American Insurance Group (AIG)
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Managed Onboarding and Off Boarding process and tasks for Big Data Dept
- Supported PMO Team scheduling and keeping accurate timeline on company projects
- Sigma Principles increasing efficiency and saving the company over 20K
- Worked with project team to identify highly qualified contractors, full-time employees, vendors, and Statement of Works contracts
- Scheduled interviews in the VMS Fieldglass System and maintained a database with applicants’ hiring documents and records
- Coordinated with IT Dept to purchase, hardware and software licenses for projects and new hires
- Developed new filing saving and organization practices, resulting in saving the company time
- Managed team meetings and In-services to provide coaching and mentoring for project teams and new employees resolving cross- functional conflict and discrepancies
- Managed executive complex and frequently changing calendars, including tracking itinerary, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and managing internal/external communications
- Worked with various independent travel consultants arranging domestic and foreign travel for VP of International Affairs cutting travel expenses by 15%
- Developed and maintained an alert system for upcoming deadline requests, projects, and events increasing online project completions by 40%
- Ascertained and preserved confidentiality of all company’s communication and documents
- Coordinated business lunches for over seventy-five employees and C- Level management
- Performed various accounting tasks such as expense vouchers, reports, and purchase orders.
Education
AAS Merchandising/ Marketing -
Cazenovia College
Nursing Courses -
Nassau Community College
Organizational Management Courses -
Nyack College
Certified Lean Six Sigma White & Yellow Belt-Certified -
Six Sigma USA
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -
Technical Institute of America
Skills
- MS Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Outlook
- Google Suites
- Google Docs
- Concur
- Ariba
- Fieldglass
- 10 Key Touch Data Entry
- Medical Terminology
- Salesforce
- Adobe
- Tableau
- DJL
Quality Assurance
Contract proposals
Research and analysis
Legal Compliance
Contract performance monitoring
Project Management
Financial Management
Contract closeouts
Regulatory Compliance
Contract drafting
Verbal and written communication
Project Support
Workflow Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Team Collaboration
Organizational Skills
Active Listening
Effective Communication
Decision-Making
Adaptability and Flexibility
Additionalemployment
Medical Secretary, 01/01/96, 12/31/17
Additional
Manhasset Valley Community Foundation- Manhasset, NY, A Mothers Friend 4 U- Charlotte, NC, Order of The Easter Star- Delaware/New York/ NC
Area Of Expertise
- Customer Services
- Process Improvement
- Organizational Skills
- Planning and Coordinating
- Influential in Negotiating
- Calendar and Travel Management
- Stake Holder Engagement
- Vendor Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Board Relations & Leadership
- Administrative Task
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Contract Management
- Case Management
- Program Evaluation
- Fund-raising
Timeline
Employment and Training Contract Specialist
Delaware Dept of Labor Employment & Training
02.2023 - Current
District Manager
Daughters of Zion Grand Chapter-OES Inc
07.2017 - 12.2023
Executive Administrative Assistant/ Project Coordinator (Onboarding Specialist)
American Insurance Group (AIG)
01.2009 - 01.2017
Nursing Courses -
Nassau Community College
Organizational Management Courses -
Nyack College
Certified Lean Six Sigma White & Yellow Belt-Certified -
Six Sigma USA
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -
Technical Institute of America
AAS Merchandising/ Marketing -
Cazenovia College
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