Elizabeth Fuqua
Chicago,USA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with a passion for creating and implementing effective social services programs and making a difference. Proven track record of developing and leading innovative initiatives to improve lives of underserved and underrepresented populations. Committed to creating positive outcomes through compassionate meaningful services. Excelled in building strategic partnerships, enhancing youth services, and leading high-impact projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
YOUTH SERVICES SPECIALIST
Department of Family and Support Services
11.2022 - Current
- Participated in the development of specifications for Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and work plans
- Ensured that all projects were delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
- Read and scored high volumes of Request for Proposals
- Created and maintained comprehensive project documentation
- Oversaw the execution of30+ six figure government contracts
- Designed, led, and conducted program and fiscal trainings for delegate agencies
- Prepared and submitted progress reports, financial reports, and other documentation to grant funders in accordance with grant agreements
- Developed policies and performance standards to ensure consistent program quality and procedures
- Planned and coordinated special events to promote program awareness, stimulate youth and organizational participation, and encourage agency sponsorship and resource sharing
- Ensured contract recipients were compliant and adhered to grant requirements
- Built and maintained relationships with local communities, schools, and youth organizations
- Conducted site visits of delegate agencies receiving grant funds to monitor program activities for compliance with funding requirements
- Analyzed data to identify trends and to prepare programmatic, compliance, budgetary, and/or ad hoc reports for management review
- Conducted workshops to educate community residents on issues and concerns specific to youth
- Assisted in formulating new policy for youth services programs (e.g., recommendations for counseling, homeless outreach, mentoring programs)
OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Snow City Arts
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed and maintained internal systems covering expenses, reports, CRM, support documentation, and protected information
- Gathered, organized, and modeled data essential in key decision making
- Collaborated with Operations Manager with planning of daily operations and special projects
- Assisted with facility scheduling and timely and efficient customer service
- Managed internal operations, including budgeting, reporting, and logistics for arts programs, ensuring smooth execution of initiatives designed to bring arts and music to youth with health ailments
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure the delivery of materials for music programs and events.
OPERATIONS ASSISTANT AND PARTNERSHIP COORDINATOR
Youth Guidance
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed and maintained internal systems covering expenses, reports, CRM, support documentation, and protected information
- Updated business website and created marketing and promotional materials
- Gathered, organized, and modeled data essential in key decision making
- Established and managed supplier and vendor relations including contract negotiations
- Identified and researched potential strategic partners, analyzing their alignment with the organization's mission and goals
- Developed and nurtured relationships with current and prospective partners fostering collaboration
- Coordinated partnership initiatives, including joint events, marketing campaigns, and co-branded projects, to drive engagement and achieve shared objectives
LIBRARY ASSOCIATE
Chicago Public Library
07.2017 - 01.2021
- Organized, promoted, and executed series of library reading programs and regularly curated small and large scaled events
- Curated and facilitated arts programs, including music workshops, performances, and events for diverse youth audiences.
- Developed educational materials and marketing content to promote music programming, reaching thousands of local residents and connecting them to cultural resources.
- Managed program budget, tracked expenses, and ensured that grant funds were expended
- Created marketing and promotional materials for arts programming occurring in the space
- Provided mentorship and guidance to youth creatives, helping them navigate their respective fields and achieve their goals
- Built and maintained relationships with local communities, schools, and youth organizations
- Coordinated partnership initiatives, including joint events, marketing campaigns, and co-branded projects, to drive engagement and achieve shared objectives.
- Assisted in the writing and execution of multiple national grants
- Conducted market research to determine the success of educational programs.
- Managed social media accounts to promote young adult programs, large scaled events, and special guests
- Maintained records of library property received, stored, issued, and returned.
- Collaborated with artists, educators, and community leaders to design and deliver impactful arts programming, including music workshops and performances.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - African-American Studies
Northwestern University
06.2015
Skills
- Project management
- Data reporting
- Grant management
- Marketing
- Youth services and development
- Budget and Finance
- Social Media Management
- Project Management
- Graphic design
- Operations management
- Event production and coordination
- Social media management
- Website management
- Partnership Development
- Fundraising Strategies
- Music Programming
Languages
Spanish
Intermediate
Northwestern University
Timeline
YOUTH SERVICES SPECIALIST
Department of Family and Support Services
11.2022 - Current
OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Snow City Arts
01.2022 - 11.2022
OPERATIONS ASSISTANT AND PARTNERSHIP COORDINATOR
Youth Guidance
01.2021 - 11.2022
LIBRARY ASSOCIATE
Chicago Public Library
07.2017 - 01.2021
BACHELOR OF ARTS - African-American Studies
Northwestern University
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