Cecilia Vega Britez
Asuncion, Paraguay
Summary
A leader with 15+ years of experience taking projects from concept to successful completion, including large-scale events and programs. I am at ease managing budgets (up to $453K annually), allocating resources, and running local and international events of small and large sizes. I’m skilled at measuring what matters, using performance metrics like retention and engagement to drive better results and secure program continuity and growth. I am excited to be considered for FoodChain ID's TSEA division to help turn events into meaningful business and sales opportunities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Family Program
St. Lawrence O'Toole Church
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Designed, oversaw and executed all curriculum, programs and events in person, hybrid, and online for over 200 families.
- Designed innovative marketing strategies and communication to create excitement around program launches and maintain strong family engagement throughout.
- Planned, designed, and evaluated seasonal events to generate interest in the community and attract key leader families previously identified/referred to us.
- Recruited, hired, trained and managed staff members and volunteers.
Campus Director (CUNY Service Corps Program)
Queens College (CUNY)
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Obtained over 700 applications in a 3-month period by designing and implementing a recruitment strategy (recognized for the highest program application number in all CUNY Service Corps programs).
- Obtained a 99% retention and engagement rate during the first year by designing and implementing student engagement strategies (recognized for highest retention rate in all CUNY Service Corps programs).
- Secured over 30 in-house program partners, 78 volunteers and over 250 volunteered hours to cover program needs for recruitment, training and hiring process.
- Obtained 97% program graduation rate during first year by automating key program processes, innovating the use of digital and printed marketing materials, Google Add-ons and in-house talent to support student success via quick access to the most updated information, referrals, recommendations, training, and time management.
- Over 600 students hired, trained and managed in a 36-month period.
- Managed campus program with over $453,000 annual budget in stipends for 200 college students in a service-year project including cost for payroll, training, and conferences. Managed an additional summer budget of $40,000 plus $10,000 in grant-funded scholarships; $50,000 budget for an international service project in Puerto Rico, and $7000 for a writing project for underserved first-generation college students.
- Prepared and secured performance-based funding with expanded program capacity.
- Lead students to found and support our first alumni club to promote program visibility and advocate for student success after program completion.
Director of Administration
Queens College (CUNY)
10.2011 - 07.2018
- Called, directed and provided post-meeting feedback for all stakeholders from A to C level administrators.
- Developed, in collaboration with the Academic Director and for the University’s President and Provost, an extensive proposal for program continuity, press-release and request for an increase in funding and support. All requests were granted.
- Ensured compliance with college financial and ethical policies regarding grant funding for approved programs in working with external partners, hired students and colleagues.
- Designed, coordinated, and evaluated the work frame for all legal and administrative procedures (e.g., contracts, invitation letters, payment policies, and calendars).
- Managed all logistical details for programs, including: Event location reservation and food orders. Marketing efforts (flyers, email blasts, web/calendar announcements, media releases). Guest speaker accommodations (lodging and travel). Stipend payments and financial reconciliation.
- Provided administrative and managerial support for national and international efforts covering the following Years: Year of Turkey, Year of Korea, Year of Brazil, Year of the Silk Roads, and Year of South Africa.
Office Manager
Queens College (CUNY)
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed daily office operations, three different calendars, trained staff and delegated tasks for both clerical work and special departmental workshops and events.
- Processed all financial transactions (POs, CUNYFirst), managing budget transfers, expense reports, honorariums, and vendor payments.
- Trained new employees and delegated duties according to availability and expertise.
- Designed, implemented, managed and evaluated work-flow and daily activities for employees, covering special projects and daily clerical tasks.
- Designed, coordinated, and evaluated all logistical details for departmental workshops.
Education
Master of Arts - Urban Affairs, Delivery of Public Services
Graduate School of Urban Affairs at Queens College
01.2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Cultural Anthropology, Hispanic Languages, Latin American Studies
Queens College
01.2013
Skills
- Project Management
- Event Planning & Logistics
- Budget Oversight
- Stakeholder Relations
- Performance Tracking
- Operational Efficiency
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Digital Communication Tools
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Family Program
St. Lawrence O'Toole Church
05.2019 - 08.2023
Campus Director (CUNY Service Corps Program)
Queens College (CUNY)
01.2017 - 05.2019
Office Manager
Queens College (CUNY)
06.2014 - 01.2017
Director of Administration
Queens College (CUNY)
10.2011 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Cultural Anthropology, Hispanic Languages, Latin American Studies
Queens College
Master of Arts - Urban Affairs, Delivery of Public Services
Graduate School of Urban Affairs at Queens College