ELLA PICKERING
Washington,DC
Summary
Ms. Ella Pickering is a detail-oriented professional with experience consulting for government agencies and international organizations, as well as supporting local and international non-profits. She demonstrates strong interpersonal communication, research, and writing skills, complemented by a proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. She is known for fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful results. Ella Pickering is aiming to leverage expertise in operational support to contribute to mission-driven organizations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Assistant
Social Impact
01.2024 - Current
- Provides administrative and logistical support to project teams, including consulting agreements, arranging travel, hotels, visas, and insurance for traveling team members.
- Orients consultant team members to procedures for working with S.I.
- Facilitates communication and collaboration between SI Program Managers, consultants, and clients.
- Organizes and schedules training events associated with various SI contracts.
- Drafts and edits documents and reports.
- Under the supervision of a project manager, monitors program budgets and reconcile expenditures.
- Provides technical support, such as analyzing qualitative data, conducting desk research, or drafting deliverables.
Operations Management Assistant
Family Health International, FHI 360
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Improved accessibility of the online country information platform, project resources, and tools to increase staff awareness, understanding, and use.
- Created short video tutorials to navigate users through the Country Vine platform, as well as video tutorials on start-up and close-out work plans for FHI 360 projects via Microsoft Stream.
- Produced a user guide for the Country Operations Manual template.
- Supported and co-led the Summer Program Officer onboarding cohort, as well as participated in course learning activities using the Curatr platform.
- Provided data analysis using Excel and communication support.
Executive Legal Assistant
Just Neighbors
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Interviewed immigrant individuals to assess their specific legal needs and compiled information into intake forms
- Assisted attorneys with office tasks and document deliveries
- Scanned and systematized old case files for the office attorneys
- Utilized online platforms such as Microsoft Office and Teams to address further administrative tasks as assigned
- Collaborated with other interns on administrative duties and daily tasks
- Corresponded with partner organizations to provide additional resources for individuals seeking additional aid
Intern
Inova Health Systems
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Improved the outreach of Inova Forensic Assessment and Consultation (FACT) to diverse cultural communities in Northern Virginia
- Organized and conducted interviews with potential partner organizations
- Collaborated with volunteer group to create social media templates for outreach via Instagram and Twitter
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Affairs, Human Security and Global Inequalities
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05.2023
Accomplishments
- Member of the Migration Policy and Advocacy Fellows at George Mason University
- Dean's List recipient all semesters of undergraduate study
Additional Employment History
(01/2022) Personal Trainer, The Perfect Workout
Trained clients focusing on strength and rehabilitation, grew customer base through referrals and excellent customer service.
(05/2021) Teacher, MyGym
Created exercise courses and coached children of all ages through different health-related activities.
(11/2020) Customer Service representative, MusicToday
Handled customer inquiries, both national and international.
Timeline
Program Assistant
Social Impact
01.2024 - Current
Operations Management Assistant
Family Health International, FHI 360
05.2023 - 12.2023
Executive Legal Assistant
Just Neighbors
01.2022 - 05.2022
Intern
Inova Health Systems
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Global Affairs, Human Security and Global Inequalities
George Mason University
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