Caitlyn Beck
Arlington,VA
Summary
Results-driven operations and program management professional with 9+ years of leadership experience in federal agencies, specializing in program execution, stakeholder engagement, and strategic operations. Proven ability to optimize processes, manage billion-dollar budgets, and lead high-performing teams in complex environments. Adept at risk mitigation, compliance, and business process improvement. Seeking leadership roles in consulting, operations management, or corporate strategy with opportunities for travel and strategic decision-making.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Team Lead, Management and Integration, Office of Africa
USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA)
04.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage senior leadership support teams, facilitating high-level decision-making and operational oversight for a workforce of 400+ staff.
- Oversee a $3B budget, ensuring compliance and fiscal responsibility to support humanitarian initiatives.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and knowledge-sharing frameworks to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
- Direct recruitment, hiring, and leadership development, ensuring team cohesion and alignment with strategic goals.
- Led a two-week training in Kenya for 40+ staff, improving award management, compliance, and humanitarian response strategies.
Acquisition and Assistance Advisor, Acquisition and Assistance Division
USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA)
06.2020 - Current
- Advised senior leadership on award management, compliance, and regulatory policies, streamlining execution of USAID-funded programs.
- Developed policies and SOPs to improve award processes post-merger, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams in disaster response operations, managing multi-million-dollar awards and interagency coordination.
- Provided training for USAID staff and international stakeholders, enhancing award management proficiency.
- Served as a senior program officer in Ethiopia, Thailand, and Kenya, leading strategy development and partner engagement.
Policy Specialist
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) Macfadden-PAE
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Led compliance reviews and policy development, ensuring alignment with federal regulations and competitive procurement processes.
- Managed interagency collaborations with Treasury and acquisition teams, optimizing funding mechanisms and operational workflows.
- Developed and delivered award management training across multiple countries, improving program effectiveness and compliance.
- Assisted in the OFDA-FFP merger, streamlining award management functions and policy alignment.
Junior Policy Specialist
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Conducted compliance assessments, policy development, and regulatory analysis to improve grant administration processes.
- Advised Agreement Officer Representatives (AORs) on compliance and modification processes, ensuring seamless award execution.
- Delivered training for global teams on regulatory requirements and award best practices.
Senior Program and Grants Assistant
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed financial oversight of $160M+ across five portfolios, ensuring compliance and strategic allocation of resources.
- Developed division-wide training programs and onboarding materials, improving staff readiness in grants management.
Program and Grants Assistant
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Facilitated technical evaluations of grant applications, ensuring compliance with agency guidelines.
- Spearheaded the digitization of 500+ award files, improving records management efficiency.
Membership Manager (Constituent Relationship Manager)
Cheetah Conservation Fund
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed donor relations and partnerships, exceeding financial goals by 30% through strategic engagement.
- Coordinated 30+ fundraising events and managed logistics for scientific equipment transport to international sites.
- Represented the organization in high-profile engagements with partners such as the Dallas Zoo and World Wildlife Fund.
Conference Services and Meetings Assistant
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Coordinated international conferences with 9,000+ attendees, managing logistics, vendor procurement, and high-profile client relations.
- Developed marketing and event materials, enhancing outreach and engagement.
Tutor and Student Support
Keep It Real: Empowering Bantu Refugees
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Assisted Somali-Bantu refugee families with K-12 education integration, ESL support, and citizenship processes.
- Collaborated with educators, law enforcement, and healthcare providers to promote community engagement.
Peer Mentor and Coordinator
U.S. State Department: Fulbright Summer Institute
07.2009 - 08.2011
- Mentored and supported 24 international students per session, facilitating cultural exchange and academic integration at Drexel University.
- Organized and led guided site visits, homestays, and educational excursions along the East Coast, enhancing participants' cultural awareness and engagement.
- Provided leadership training, and service-learning support, and coordinated with university faculty to improve student experiences and cross-cultural learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics, Global Studies Certification, Public Health as a Human Right, Eastern Europe
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Operations & Program Management
- Strategic Planning & Risk Mitigation
- Business Process Optimization
- Policy Compliance & Regulatory Strategy
- Leadership Development & Team Building
- Government Contracting & Business Development
- International Business Relations
Certifications And Skills
- Certified COR/AOR Level II
- Technical proficiency in Abacus, SharePoint, Adobe Suite
- Fluent in government contracting regulations and compliance strategies
Clearance
Secret Clearance
Timeline
Deputy Team Lead, Management and Integration, Office of Africa
USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA)
04.2024 - Current
Acquisition and Assistance Advisor, Acquisition and Assistance Division
USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA)
06.2020 - Current
Policy Specialist
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) Macfadden-PAE
11.2019 - 06.2020
Junior Policy Specialist
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
09.2018 - 11.2019
Senior Program and Grants Assistant
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
09.2017 - 09.2018
Program and Grants Assistant
USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA)
06.2016 - 09.2017
Membership Manager (Constituent Relationship Manager)
Cheetah Conservation Fund
06.2014 - 06.2016
Conference Services and Meetings Assistant
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International
05.2013 - 06.2014
Tutor and Student Support
Keep It Real: Empowering Bantu Refugees
09.2012 - 08.2013
Peer Mentor and Coordinator
U.S. State Department: Fulbright Summer Institute
07.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics, Global Studies Certification, Public Health as a Human Right, Eastern Europe
University of Pittsburgh
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