ELNAZ BOURBOUR
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented Non-Profit Professional leader with extensive experience in developing and implementing program strategies that increase participation and secure funding. Highly Adept in program development by implementing sustainable programs, oversight and evaluation, fostering partnerships, and empowering vulnerable populations to achieve self-reliance. Proven track record in securing over $4 Million in public and private funding, increasing program impact by 63%. Equipped with desire to move to an organization that is truly effective in carrying out its mission objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Account Executive - Payables and Receivables
Arian Accounting, LLC
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular reviews of aged accounts receivable reports, ensuring timely follow-up on past due balances.
- Streamlined payables and receivables processes by implementing efficient systems and software tools.
- Maintained organized filing system for financial records, enabling easy access during audits or other review processes.
- Coordinated with vendors to negotiate more favorable payment terms, resulting in cost savings for company.
Economic Empowerment Manager
International Rescue Committee
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Led cross-functional teams in planning, execution, and monitoring of 5 programs aimed at enabling vulnerable individuals and communities to build sustainable livelihoods, achieve economic self-sufficiency, and create pathways to better future
- Develop and implement program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for micro-enterprise development (MED), financial capabilities, Individual Development Accounts (IDA), adult education, and career pathway.
- Implemented streamlined processes resulting in 78% increase in program efficiency within 1 fiscal year.
- Successfully managed program budgets totaling $4.1 million, achieving 22% cost savings through strategic resource allocation and partnership building.
- Developed and maintained relationships with 7 of strategic partners, resulting in 18% increase in funding and resources for program initiatives
- Utilized data-driven insights to optimize program performance, resulting in 66% improvement in gender-equality over 24 months
- Implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks resulting in 33% increase in program impact and effectiveness as measured by client feedback on job creation, business startups increased savings, net worth and credit scores,
Economic Empowerment Supervisor
International Rescue Committee
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Re-built Economic Empowerment department of 10 direct reports providing on-boarding, training, and oversight in Phoenix and Tucson
- Lead team of economic empowerment coordinators in planning, implementation, and monitoring of programs aimed at enhancing livelihoods of refugees, internally displaced persons, and vulnerable communities.
- Develop and adapt program strategies to address evolving needs and contexts of target populations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and donor priorities.
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and capacity building support to staff members, fostering culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with local governments, NGOs, community-based organizations, and private sector entities to facilitate access to resources, markets, and employment opportunities for beneficiaries.
- Coordinate with other IRC departments and sectors to integrate economic empowerment activities with broader assistance and protection interventions, promoting holistic support and sustainable outcomes.
- Re-built Economic Empowerment department of 10 direct reports providing on-boarding, training, and oversight
Financial Capability Coordinator
International Rescue Committee
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Increased female participation by 60% within 12 months
- Assess needs of over 500 clients yearly and develop individual financial action plans with each client.
- Provide individualized financial counseling sessions (including both initial and follow-up sessions) and achieve client outcomes
- Make appropriate referrals and integrate other wraparound supports (i.e Benefits, tax preparation) into counseling to achieve greater results
Education
J.D. - International Law
Western Michigan Cooley Law School
Ann Arbor, MI12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2006
Skills
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Partnership Development
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Strategic Planning & Evaluation
- Team Building and Development
- Organization & Leadership Development
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Compliance Management
- Grant & Proposal Writing
- Policy Development & Administration
- Budgeting and Financial Management
Accomplishments
- SBA Award
- SB Hearning
Pronouns
she/her/hers
Certification
- Money Management Essentials, AFCPE (Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education - Oct. 2022
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning - Sept. 2022
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace, UFS Corporate Training and Professional Education - May 2021
- Financial Coach Certification, Valley of the Sun United Way - Feb. 2019
- Financial Coaching Certification, New Mexico Community College - Dec, 2019
- LGBTI Refugee Training Certificate , ORAM (Organization for Refuge, Asylum & Migration) - Nov. 2018
- Democracy for America Campaign Certificate, Democracy for America Campaign Academy - Nov. 2018
Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Account Executive - Payables and Receivables
Arian Accounting, LLC
12.2023 - Current
Economic Empowerment Manager
International Rescue Committee
12.2021 - 12.2023
Economic Empowerment Supervisor
International Rescue Committee
07.2021 - 12.2021
Financial Capability Coordinator
International Rescue Committee
07.2018 - 07.2021
J.D. - International Law
Western Michigan Cooley Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Government
Arizona State University
- Money Management Essentials, AFCPE (Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education - Oct. 2022
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning - Sept. 2022
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace, UFS Corporate Training and Professional Education - May 2021
- Financial Coach Certification, Valley of the Sun United Way - Feb. 2019
- Financial Coaching Certification, New Mexico Community College - Dec, 2019
- LGBTI Refugee Training Certificate , ORAM (Organization for Refuge, Asylum & Migration) - Nov. 2018
- Democracy for America Campaign Certificate, Democracy for America Campaign Academy - Nov. 2018
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