Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Commitmenttodiversity
Pronouns
Volunteer Experience
Awardsandfellowships
Interests
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Fatoumatta Saho

Las Vegas,NV

Summary


Highly skilled program management professional with strong organizational and administrative abilities. Demonstrated expertise in supporting project coordination, managing schedules, and handling communications. Proven track record in team collaboration and flexibility in adapting to evolving needs. Known for reliable performance, effective problem-solving, and focus on achieving impactful results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

ITAD Technician

SK-TES
07.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw quality control of routine computer repairs and reimaging
  • Inspects, repair and Reimaging approximately 100 computers on weekly basis
  • Maintained compliance with regulations for refurbishing and reusing computers.

Program Assistant

The United Nations World Food Program
07.2017 - 10.2019
  • Implemented National school meal programs benefitting more than 200,000 children from low-income communities.
  • Designed Guidelines and tools for identifying project beneficiaries.
  • Ensured successful project outcomes through comprehensive administrative support.
  • Delivered technical assistance to stakeholders, ensuring project milestones were achieved.
  • Conducted evidenced based research that advocate for increased funding on social welfare
  • Cultivated partnerships with community leaders and government agencies.
  • Achieved high accuracy in maintaining project records.

Project Assistant

ChildFund International
10.2013 - 04.2016
  • Coordinated the distribution of educational materials to schools in low-income areas.
  • Oversaw the distribution of more than 300,000 pairs of shoes to pupils in low income communities
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by providing comprehensive administrative support to the team.
  • Provided assistance with preparation of project-related reports, feedback from stakeholders including beneficiaries.

Education

MSc - Governance And Development

Institute of Development Policy
Belgium, Antwerp
09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

The University of The Gambia
The Gambia
05.2015

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Community outreach
  • Administrative support
  • Data entry
  • Program development
  • Strategic planning
  • Report writing
  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

  • Conducted evidenced based studies that lead to increase funding for school meals
  • Piloted and expanded cash assistance programs across selected schools
  • Helped established the first social registry for social protection beneficiaries in the Gambia

Commitmenttodiversity

Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in all professional and volunteer roles. Actively participate in creating respectful and positive work environments.

Pronouns

She/Her

Volunteer Experience

  • Student Leader, University of The Gambia, Co-hosted a weekly radio talk show, engaging students on current issues and fostering dialogue on student politics.
  • Alumni Networks, Active member of various alumni networks, leveraging connections to support advocacy initiatives and community engagement.

Awardsandfellowships

  • IVLP Fellow, 2016, International Visitors Leadership program-IVLP is the United States Department of State sponsored program for emerging leaders from Africa and other developing countries.
  • YALI Fellow, 2015, Fellowship for Young African Leaders initiated by former US President Barack Obama.
  • Vice Chancellor’s Debate Champion, 2011, Recognized for excellence in public speaking and advocacy.

Interests

  • Food Photography
  • Reading
  • Volunteer Travel
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • I have a passion for photography and editing photos

Timeline

ITAD Technician

SK-TES
07.2024 - Current

Program Assistant

The United Nations World Food Program
07.2017 - 10.2019

Project Assistant

ChildFund International
10.2013 - 04.2016

MSc - Governance And Development

Institute of Development Policy

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

The University of The Gambia
Fatoumatta Saho