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Donna Hawkins Mitchell

Mobile,AL
Donna Hawkins Mitchell

Summary

Program management professional with proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and driving project success. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and resource allocation. Known for adaptability, problem-solving, and fostering collaboration to achieve results. Proficient in optimizing processes and aligning initiatives with organizational objectives. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
years of professional experience

Work History

United Family Development Corporation

Program Manager
09.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Evaluate project stakeholder meetings on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Coach team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Address and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Work with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
  • Spearhead innovative problem-solving techniques that addressed challenges head-on, resulting in effective resolution measures.
  • Engag and work alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.

Mobile Area Mardi Gras Association 1938 Legacy Cor

Foundation Director
02.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Develop annual budgets and monitored financial performance, ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance.
  • Collaborate with board members in setting organizational goals, defining strategies, and measuring progress towards objectives.
  • Build relationships with community partners, enhancing the foundation''s visibility and impact.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Oversee business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Coordinated with external consultants on special projects/initiatives to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Increased donor contributions by developing and implementing strategic fundraising initiatives.
  • Leveraged social media platforms to enhance online presence, attracting new donors and supporters.
  • Identified potential grant opportunities through research and networking activities, securing additional funding sources for the organization.

MerriHawk Landing Consultants

Public Relations Coordinator /Owner
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Determine branding, product positioning and media messages.
  • Design and create campaign e-mail invitations, articles and marketing videos.
  • Conduct market analysis and monitored competitive activity.
  • Develop creative angles for pitches that resonated with journalists'' interests, securing coverage in relevant outlets.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with key influencers, leading to increased brand awareness and credibility.
  • Write press materials and delivered presentations to media representatives.
  • Coordinate successful media events, including press conferences and product launches, generating positive publicity.
  • Maintain up-to-date media lists for various industries, ensuring accurate contact information for efficient outreach efforts.
  • Develop innovative marketing and PR strategies.
  • Manage client expectations and ensured timely delivery of projects for optimal satisfaction.

MerriHawk Landing Consultants

Grant Writer
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Generate grant writing activities reports and submitted documentation to clients to promote funding program transparency.
  • Research grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources.
  • Streamlined the grant application process by creating templates and tools for consistent proposal content.
  • Establish credibility with funders through clear communication of organizational mission, vision, and values throughout proposal documents.
  • Interact with internal partners and obtained detailed information about organization's mission and goals to form solid foundation for grant applications.
  • Design annual grant award strategy as key component of organizational funding initiatives.
  • Prepared and submitted grant applications to corporate organizations, private foundations and other funding sources to solicit grant monies for organizations.
  • Track in-process and previously submitted grant applications to obtain status updates.
  • Enhance collaboration within the organization by providing regular updates on grant activities and progress toward goals.
  • Secure funding for nonprofit organizations by researching and writing compelling grant proposals.
  • Maintain compliance with funder requirements by diligently monitoring project progress and submitting timely reports.
  • Secured grant money for community building projects.
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants, gifts, and contracts.

Africatown Community Development Corporation

Project Manager
02.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.

People's Campaign

Campaign Manager
04.1992 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed policy positions and wrote public statements outlining stances.
  • Handled election day operations.
  • Enhanced campaign performance by developing and implementing targeted marketing strategies.
  • Leveraged social media analytics tools to monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed in realtime.
  • Defined all campaign roles and filled positions.
  • Plan and execute events with public and private donors.
  • Utilize e-mail, social media, radio and TV to highlight candidate(s).
  • Collect performance data on each promotion to better plan future events.
  • Compile with candidate filing processes to ensure proper documentation and eligibility requirements were met.
  • Coordinate training sessions for volunteers, enhancing their knowledge and skills.
  • Serves as a knowledgeable resource for voters, providing accurate information about registration deadlines, polling locations, and voting processes.

Mayor's Office

Executive Assistant
01.2005 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Proactively identified areas requiring attention or improvement aligning priorities effectively in line with executive preferences.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Enhanced productivity by organizing travel arrangements and coordinating accommodations for the Mayor.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for the office.
  • Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.

Local and Travel Positions

Charge Nurse
07.2008 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.

Mobile County Commission

Executive Assistance
07.1991 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Served as liaison between the claims department and executive leadership, presenting updates on department performance and addressing areas for improvement if necessary.
  • Managed a high volume of inbound calls to provide timely assistance for customers'' needs.
  • Supported the Commissioner by taking detailed minutes during meetings, ensuring accurate documentation of decisions made.
  • Managed travel arrangements, ensuring efficient itineraries while minimizing expenses.
  • Managed calendar appointments, ensuring punctuality for important meetings and events.
  • Provided excellent customer service when approached by interested passersby, offering friendly assistance and answering any questions about promotions or the office itself.

Ball HealthCare Services Inc.

Executive Assistance
06.1991 - 06.1992

Job overview

  • Served as liaison between department(s)

and CEO, presenting updates on department performance.

  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Corresponded with clients and departments through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for CEO.

Education

Pacific Coast College
San Diego, CA

Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
07-1990

University Overview

W.P. Davidson High School

High School Diploma
06-1979

University Overview

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership and direction
  • Project coordination
  • Decision-making
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Program Manager
United Family Development Corporation
09.2024 - Current
Foundation Director
Mobile Area Mardi Gras Association 1938 Legacy Cor
02.2021 - Current
Public Relations Coordinator /Owner
MerriHawk Landing Consultants
01.2021 - Current
Grant Writer
MerriHawk Landing Consultants
01.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Africatown Community Development Corporation
02.2015 - Current
Charge Nurse
Local and Travel Positions
07.2008 - 01.2010
Executive Assistant
Mayor's Office
01.2005 - 12.2014
Campaign Manager
People's Campaign
04.1992 - Current
Executive Assistance
Mobile County Commission
07.1991 - 01.2005
Executive Assistance
Ball HealthCare Services Inc.
06.1991 - 06.1992
Pacific Coast College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
W.P. Davidson High School
High School Diploma
Donna Hawkins Mitchell