Erika Davis
Armand Bayou Nature Center
La Porte,TX
9
years of professional experience
Adaptable and results-driven professional with a versatile background in nonprofit operations. Known for strong attention to detail and effective communication, contributing to enhanced community engagement and streamlined processes. Experienced at handling multiple tasks and adapting to various evolving needs.
Work History
Development Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Assisted with daily operations and visitor engagement at nature center events.
- Collaborated with team members to improve event logistics and participant experiences.
- Managed donor acknowledgment process, ensuring timely recognition of contributions and building strong relationships.
- Collaborated with program staff to collect relevant information for grants reporting requirements.
- Liaised with external parties and vendors, identifying, and targeting opportunities for improvements and savings.
- Provided support to development director with special projects and events.
- Fielded phone calls and answered emails promptly for director.
- Analyzed current and potential donor data to identify demographics and trends.
Intern
3 Months- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects and ensure comprehensive understanding of relevant topics.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software to identify trends and insights.
- Managed project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional guidelines.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Administrative Assistant
3 Years 10 Months- Coordinated schedules for classes and events.
- Managed student enrollment processes, maintaining accurate records and databases.
- Assisted in preparing promotional materials for workshops and performances.
- Streamlined communication between instructors, students, and parents to improve service delivery.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on a daily basis.
Volunteer Fellow
1 Year- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Developed educational materials tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom management by providing individualized attention to students.
- Participated in training sessions to refine instructional techniques and best practices.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Adapted quickly to changing needs within the organization, ensuring smooth operations during events.
Education
Master of Arts - Non-Profit Management
- Relevant Coursework: Nonprofit Leadership & Grant Writing
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
- Sociology Club Member, Social Media Officer
Skills
Donor relations
Analytical skills
Data management
Report generation
Team coordination
Office operations
Client relations
Networking
Complex problem resolution
Time management
Attention to detail
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Development Assistant
Armand Bayou Nature Center
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Intern
Key School and Training Center
02.2024 - 05.2024Read More
Administrative Assistant
Harbour Dance School
08.2018 - 06.2022Read More
Volunteer Fellow
One Heart Sourch
07.2017 - 07.2018Read More
University of Houston-Downtown
Master of Arts from Non-Profit Management
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University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
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