Craig Branch
Nonprofit Manager
Rome,GA
Summary
Talented humanitarian manager with 18 years of experience in disaster response, program management, and directing operations. Skilled in project leadership, stakeholder engagement, people management, and sustainable development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Disaster Program Manager
American Red Cross
3 2022 - Current
- Led diverse teams of 150 volunteers in all aspects of disaster response, exceeding fiscal year goals in preparedness, response, and volunteer promotions and retention.
- Established partnerships with community and government organizations to provide recovery and support during disaster response operations in 16 counties.
- Oversaw administrative, operational, and human resources functions to ensure smooth disaster response operations.
- Directed operations on multiple state and federal level disaster responses from initial disaster planning and response to client recovery.
Director of Operations
Orhon International
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Managed humanitarian projects, including relief and development initiatives, across Southern Turkey
- Spearheaded programs to promote education and integration for 50 displaced children in the Turkish education system
- Facilitated volunteer recruitment, training, and placement, fostering a culture of service and retention.
Volunteer Coordinator
Merkez Al-Whida (The Unity Centre)
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Coordinated recruitment, training, and placement of humanitarian volunteers from diverse backgrounds
- Managed all aspects of volunteer program administration, including data compilation and reporting
- Designed and conducted training workshops to enhance staff expertise and support community development projects.
Education
Master of Arts - Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Response
Deakin University
Victoria, Australia12.2020
MicroMasters - Data, Economics, and Development Policy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA05.2019
Skills
Project Planning
Program Leadership
Project Management
Interpersonal Skills
Data Analysis
Cross-Cultural Communication
Problem-Solving
Training and Development
Volunteer and Employee management
Additional Information
United Way or Floyd County | Board Member
- Contributed to strategic planning and decision-making as a United Way Board Member, advancing community-focused initiatives.
- Collaborated with board members and leadership to ensure organizational alignment and effectiveness.
- Supported fundraising and community engagement efforts for United Way programs addressing key social issues.
Timeline
Director of Operations
Orhon International
01.2009 - 01.2020
Volunteer Coordinator
Merkez Al-Whida (The Unity Centre)
01.2006 - 01.2009
Disaster Program Manager
American Red Cross
3 2022 - Current
Master of Arts - Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Response
Deakin University
MicroMasters - Data, Economics, and Development Policy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology