Bryan West
Joplin,MO
Summary
Experienced professional offering many years of experience in grant writing, project development and management, program administration, staff development, and community outreach to clientele throughout the Southwest Missouri region. Effective communicator with a strong work ethic that is ready to make a strong impact and contribute towards a dynamic team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Development Manager
Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity (JAHFH)
Joplin, MO
02.2018 - Current
- Since assuming the role of Community Development Manager for Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity in February 2018, I have embraced its dynamic nature. Leveraging my professional skills and experience, I strategically contribute to furthering our mission with rewarding outcomes.
- Pioneered a role in 2018 to grow and diversify the range of services provided by Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity across Jasper County.
- Manage donor and funding research, execute grant writing for current programs/services. Identify and develop new funding opportunities to increase access to affordable housing options/services for eligible individuals/families in our region.
- Expand Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity's capacities by establishing new partnerships and collaborative sources
- Managed project administration and coordination for Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity's involvement in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines AHP Program which is provides the funding component for our Critical Home Repair Program (CHRP) activities.
- Established Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity as a regional Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO).
- Enhanced organizational outreach through proactive engagement with community leaders and citizens, informing them about our initiatives and services.
Community Development Specialist
Harry S Truman Coordinating Council/Community Development Corporation
Carl Junction, MO
01.2003 - 02.2018
- Developed comprehensive skill set in business and professional attributes, including successful strategy development and implementation within demanding environment.
- Persistently improved professional capabilities advancing successful project implementation/development, organizational skills, logic,and decisiveness
- Secured funding resources for the Southwest Missouri city and county clientele through various federal and state-funded program sources, including HUD, CDBG, USDA Rural Development, MHDC, and other programs.
- Provided professional grant writing services and implemented project management and development activities for diverse community-based projects, including infrastructure upgrades (streets, bridges, and water/wastewater treatment), downtown revitalization/redevelopment improvements, and affordable housing development for income-eligible individuals.
- Developed and maintained professional partnerships with regional clientele, collaborating closely to address community and public needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology w, Psychology
Missouri Southern State University
01.1999
Skills
- Proposal Writing
- Research and analysis
- Project Management
- Community Engagement
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Community Outreach
- Grant Writing
- Project tracking
- Capacity Building
Timeline
Community Development Manager
Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity (JAHFH)
02.2018 - Current
Community Development Specialist
Harry S Truman Coordinating Council/Community Development Corporation
01.2003 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Sociology w, Psychology
Missouri Southern State University
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