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Felix Mensah

Richmond,TX

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager with over 10 years of experience leading federally funded programs, overseeing multi-million-dollar budgets, and managing cross-functional teams. Proficient at process optimization, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to develop and implement key performance metrics (KPIs), improve operational efficiency, and drive successful project outcomes. PMP-certified with expertise in program development, risk management, and quality improvement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Asylum Officer

U.S Department of Homeland Security/USCIS
10.2024 - Current
  • Conduct high-stakes interviews and data analysis to determine asylum eligibility, ensuring adherence to national security protocols.
  • Produce comprehensive reports and documentation for decision-making, collaborating with legal teams and stakeholders.
  • Manage case workflows and cross-functional teams, enhancing process efficiency in asylum adjudications.

Director of Health Services Operations

The Alliance
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw eight federally funded programs, managing $12M annual budget and optimizing program operations through data-driven decision-making.
  • Implemented process improvement strategies, reducing inefficiencies in case management and service delivery.
  • Led a team of 50+ staff across multiple programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state funding regulations.
  • Developed performance metrics (KPIs) to measure and improve program effectiveness.
  • Managed interdepartmental collaboration, enhancing workflow efficiency between health services, legal teams, and case management departments.

Sr. Program Manager

The Alliance
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Directed strategic project planning, budgeting, and implementation for refugee health and social service programs.
  • Managed data tracking systems to assess program outcomes and improve service delivery.
  • Led process improvements that resulted in a 20% increase in efficiency across case management services.

Program Manager

JCCA
09.2017 - 12.2021
  • Oversaw project execution and compliance for a citywide behavioral health initiative.
  • Designed, implemented, and standardized operational procedures, ensuring consistency and efficiency across teams.
  • Managed staff performance, case workflows, and client outcomes to reduce service gaps and enhance quality.

Education

Master of Science - Management & Leadership

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
11-2021

Skills

    Project & Program Management – Process Improvement KPIs
    Cross-functional Team Leadership – Managing multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders
    Budget & Financial Oversight – Managed budgets up to $12M
    Risk Assessment & Compliance – Federal/State regulations, ORR, USCIS, HHS standards
    Data-Driven Decision Making – System Implementation ( Client Track, Salesforce )
    Stakeholder & Partner Collaboration – Government, NGOs, healthcare institutions
    Strategic Planning & Change Management – Process reengineering, workflow optimization

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
krio
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Asylum Officer

U.S Department of Homeland Security/USCIS
10.2024 - Current

Director of Health Services Operations

The Alliance
06.2022 - 07.2024

Sr. Program Manager

The Alliance
12.2021 - 06.2022

Program Manager

JCCA
09.2017 - 12.2021

Master of Science - Management & Leadership

Western Governors University
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