Diana Alexanderson Alvarez
Arvada,CO
Summary
Results-driven operations professional specializing in project management and compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement strategic initiatives that optimize services and enhance client outcomes. Fluent in English and Spanish, skilled at navigating multicultural environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Project Manager / Program Director
Management Systems International
Arlington, Va
02.2017 - Current
- Managed projects valued between $2.5 million and $74 million for five U.S. government agencies, focusing on Latin America and global projects (based in the U.S.).
- Optimized services through regular compliance reviews and benchmarking assessments.
- Ensured quality control across over 20 proposals simultaneously, maintaining high project deliverables.
- Established compliant systems with field-based project staff for procurement and grants management.
- Focused on cost-effective service delivery, resulting in reduced operational costs and enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated strategic client relationships, facilitating timely and successful product deliveries.
- Supervised teams of six to sixteen direct reports at the home office along with 150 overseas staff, promoting a culture of trust.
- Led project integration processes of an acquired company, establishing cohesive organizational structures.
- Mentored junior project managers on best practices and methodologies.
- Responsible for quality control of processes for over 20 proposals simultaneously.
Project Manager
Management Systems International
Arlington, Va
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Operated integrated processes for budget tracking, procurement, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.
- Negotiated contracts for services including transportation, lodging, and catering while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated major conferences for 30 to 1500 attendees, including high-ranking officials from Mexico and the U.S.
- Served as liaison for project updates and approvals among field staff, clients, and headquarters.
- Maintained relationships with relevant departments to ensure timely responses to client requests.
- Led meetings for program start-up, close-out, and ongoing monitoring efforts.
Travel and Logistics Manager
Management Systems International
Mexico City, <ul>
<li>Negotiated and procured contracts for services including transportation, flights, lodging, interpretation, and catering for local and international events, ensuring regulatory compliance.</li>
<li>Coordinated weekly group travel arrangements for several high-ranking officials.</li>
<li>Developed regular progress reports for management and stakeholders for each event.</li>
</ul>
03.2010 - 05.2015
- Negotiated and procured contracts for services including transportation, flights, lodging, interpretation, and catering for local and international events, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated weekly group travel arrangements for several high-ranking officials.
- Developed regular progress reports for management and stakeholders for each event.
General Manager
Asociación Nacional de Porristas de Mexico
Mexico City
01.2005 - 12.2009
Program Manager
OCESA (Grupo CIE)
Mexico City
01.2007 - 12.2007
Education
Master of Arts - Event Management and Public Relations
Mexico City
Mexico City01-2013
Post-graduate Public Relations and Advertising -
Mexico City
Mexico City01-2013
Post-graduate Groups and Conventions Management -
Mexico City
Mexico City01-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communications
Mexico City
Mexico City01-2005
Skills
- Project management
- Budget analysis
- Procurement management
- Compliance oversight
- Conference and logistics management
- Operational efficiency
- Strategic leadership
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Communication strategies
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Native
Volunteer Experience
Co-Director of Operations, Corazon Folklorico Dance Company
09/17 - 01/22.
- Managed operations at a non-profit promoting cultural diversity via Mexican folkloric dance.
- Developed operational standards and supervised chairs of operations and volunteer teams, ensuring effective execution of programs.
- Primary point of contact for donors, sponsors, and stakeholders.
- Reported annual plans and season progress to the Board of Directors.
- Coordinated logistics for rehearsals and events at non-profit promoting cultural diversity through Mexican folkloric dance, enhancing community participation.
Promoted Mexican folkloric dance in the community, fostering cultural engagement and awareness.
Other Courses And Certificates
- Fundamentals on Government Contracting, 05/17, Public Contracting Institute, LLC
- Grants Under Contracts, 01/18, INSIDE NGO
- Masters Academy in Government Contracting, 11/18, George Mason University
- Preparing Compliant Proposals, 06/19, George Mason University
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager / Program Director
Management Systems International
02.2017 - Current
Project Manager
Management Systems International
02.2015 - 02.2017
Travel and Logistics Manager
Management Systems International
03.2010 - 05.2015
Program Manager
OCESA (Grupo CIE)
01.2007 - 12.2007
General Manager
Asociación Nacional de Porristas de Mexico
01.2005 - 12.2009
Master of Arts - Event Management and Public Relations
Mexico City
Post-graduate Public Relations and Advertising -
Mexico City
Post-graduate Groups and Conventions Management -
Mexico City
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communications
Mexico City