Cebrina Young
Washington,USA
Summary
Grants management professional with extensive experience overseeing the full lifecycle of grant-funded programs. Expertise includes pre-award planning, post-award compliance, and budget management. Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and strengthen program outcomes through effective stakeholder communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Grants Program Specialist
Adventist HealthCare
Gaithersburg, MD
12.2022 - Current
- Manage full lifecycle of foundation, county, state, and federal grants, ensuring compliance with award conditions and organizational policy.
- Conduct fiscal analysis, develop budgets, and oversee financial reporting aligned with funder requirements.
- Research and assess new funding opportunities that align with organizational priorities.
- Lead cross-departmental teams in proposal development, coordinating narratives, budgets, and submission packets.
- Administer the grants in Workday, including award entry, expense review, and allowability assessments.
- Lead the development and submission of grant applications, from identifying funding sources to final submission, ensuring compliance with all grant guidelines.
- Provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders on grant compliance, regulatory interpretation, and best practices.
- Serve as primary liaison between sponsors, internal departments, and leadership to ensure effective communication and oversight.
- Managed grant applications and proposals for funding opportunities.
- Developed and maintained relationships with funding agencies and stakeholders.
- Coordinated grant reporting processes and compliance requirements.
- Reviewed budgets and financial reports for accuracy and alignment.
- Provided guidance to staff on grant management best practices.
- Oversaw the implementation of grant-funded projects across departments.
- Ensured timely submission of all required documentation to funders.
- Drafted periodic reports summarizing progress made on achieving goals outlined in approved grants.
- Maintained a database of current grants, including deadlines, funder contact information, status updates.
- Provided technical assistance to program staff regarding federal regulations governing grants management activities.
- Assessed new opportunities for leveraging existing resources through additional funding sources.
- Analyzed financial reports generated from accounting software and submitted to funders as required by grant agreements.
- Researched, identified, and developed relationships with potential funders.
- Assisted in preparation of budget modifications or amendments when necessary due to changes in scope or timeline.
- Reviewed grant application materials for accuracy and completion prior to submission.
- Conducted post-award reviews of funded projects for compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Communicated regularly with internal stakeholders as well as external partners such as foundation officers or government representatives.
Accounts & Program Coordinator
Passport Health - DC Metro
06.2018 - 12.2022
- Supervised a customer services and accounts team of seven.
- Coordinated flu-clinic logistics for more than 200 client accounts each season.
- Developed and implemented a Covid-19 testing program, generating additional organizational revenue.
- Ensured federal compliance for immigration and pre-deployment medical programs.
- Coordinated vaccination programs across multiple locations for community health initiatives.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for immunization clinics and educational events.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare providers regarding services offered.
- Organized outreach efforts to promote public awareness of health resources available.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of client vaccinations and services rendered.
Program Manager
Washington County Commission on Aging
Hagerstown, MD
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed seven federal, state, and locally funded grants.
- Supervised team and oversaw complex budget management and reporting.
- Facilitated caregiver support groups to enhance client engagement.
- Led program planning and development for senior services in the community.
- Coordinated outreach efforts to engage elderly populations effectively.
- Managed budgets and resource allocations for various aging initiatives.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on aging-related best practices.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to enhance service delivery.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal regulations in program operations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to improve program strategies and implementation.
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns arising from the program execution process.
- Communicated regularly with external partners to ensure alignment of strategies and goals.
Contract Temporary - Campaign Administrator
Congregation Beth Ahabah - Generations Capital Campaign
Richmond, VA
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Managed donor relations and volunteer coordination.
- Handled Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable using Quickbooks.
- Maintained financial documentation and donor correspondence.
Development Administrator
Virginia War Memorial Educational Foundation
Richmond, VA
11.2007 - 08.2014
- Supervised team and managed public presentations and private tours.
- Created and managed profit centers including facility leasing, catering agreements, and gift shop.
- Organized fundraising events and managed grant writing activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English/Writing
Virginia Commonwealth University
01-2010
Skills
- Grant writing and proposal development
- Pre- and post-award grants management
- Federal, state, and private funder regulations
- Budget development and fiscal analysis
- Project and program coordination
- Operations and office management
- Cross-functional team collaboration
- Human resources and staff scheduling
Professional Development
- Former Washington County Board of Commissioners Guardianship Review Board Member, 2017-2018
- Experience in hiring, training, coaching, and discipline
- Completed various leadership courses
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Various Databases, Google Tools for Business
Timeline
Senior Grants Program Specialist
Adventist HealthCare
12.2022 - Current
Accounts & Program Coordinator
Passport Health - DC Metro
06.2018 - 12.2022
Program Manager
Washington County Commission on Aging
03.2017 - 06.2018
Contract Temporary - Campaign Administrator
Congregation Beth Ahabah - Generations Capital Campaign
08.2014 - 12.2016
Development Administrator
Virginia War Memorial Educational Foundation
11.2007 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English/Writing
Virginia Commonwealth University