Jacquelyn Geier
Apopka
Summary
Dynamic leader with 25 years of executive-level experience in public health, international volunteer program management, and crisis management. Skilled in strategic planning, operations, communication, and relationship-building. Demonstrated ability to lead high-caliber teams and motivate staff under challenging conditions. Former diplomat. Harvard graduate. Fluent in French, Portuguese, Spanish.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Analyst
U.S. DHHS, Health Resources Services Administratio
Rockville
01.2023 - Current
- Administer $20 million in federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program grants designated for universities, hospitals, and community health centers within Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina to ensure medical treatment and assistance for low-income persons living with HIV.
- Provide guidance on compliance with applicable regulations regarding the administration of public health initiatives.
Grant Writing Consultant
Community Sponsorship Hub
New York
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Crafted $15 million multi-year grant proposal for Welcome Corps, achieving funding approval from Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration.
Country Director, Mozambique
U.S. Department of State
Maputo
03.2015 - 01.2023
- Directed $400 million PEPFAR program in Mozambique, advising U.S. Ambassador and managing 200 personnel across agencies.
- :ed collaboration among U.S. government, Mozambican officials, and international global health organizations for efficient program delivery.
- Negotiated exclusively in Portuguese, enhancing clarity and effectiveness in communications.
- Fostered constructive dialogue among stakeholders to resolve conflicts.
- Supported health systems, including human resources and uninterrupted supplies of HIV and TB medications.
- Led geographic pivot, achieving over 50% reduction in HIV transmission and 200% increase in viral suppression rates.
Expert Consultant, Africa Region
U.S. Peace Corps
Bamako
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Re-opened Peace Corps program in Mali after two-year suspension due to Al-Quaeda terrorism.
- Established relationships with Malian core ministries and U.S. Embassy to facilitate operations.
- Hired and trained 40-member team across finance, operations, logistics, medical, and training sectors.
- Implemented hygiene protocols during 2014 Ebola outbreak to ensure volunteer safety.
- Adapted emergency response training and cultivated partnerships with national police and community leaders including faith leaders to assure the safety and security of Peace Corps Volunteers.
- Successfully welcomed and placed 25 volunteers in health and education projects.
Country Director, Cameroon
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Executed leadership responsibilities as Chief Executive for Peace Corps Cameroon.
- Supervised 45 staff and 200 American volunteers across multiple sectors including health, education, agriculture, and small business.
- Managed financial operations with a $5 million budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Revamped security protocols, improving emergency responses amid crisis situations.
- Orchestrated office move by securing renovated space and launching a medical satellite office.
- Identified and pursued new volunteer opportunities in the country, while maintaining existing partnerships.
- Guided volunteers through challenges, enabling successful two-year community service engagements.
Sahel Regional Advisor, Sahel
U.S. Peace Corps
Dakar
04.2010 - 06.2012
- Coordinated operational suspensions and volunteer evacuations for Peace Corps across three countries.
- Deployed as troubleshooter to address leadership and volunteer challenges at various posts.
- Delivered executive coaching and specialized training to enhance staff capabilities.
- Designed curriculum and facilitated training sessions for over 150 staff in Uganda, South Africa, and Senegal.
- Evaluated programs in five countries, enhancing impact of Peace Corps volunteers in health, education, and food security sectors.
- Managed portfolio encompassing Senegal, Gambia, Mali, Cape Verde, Guinea Conakry, Niger, and Burkina Faso.
Director of Programming and Training, Tanzania
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2008 - 01.2010
Associate Peace Corps Director, Western Samoa
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2005 - 01.2007
Education
MA - Public Administration
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN06-2003
BA - Government
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA06-1987
Skills
- Microsoft Office suite
- Grant writing and management
- Fluent in French, Spanish, and Portuguese
- Emergency preparedness
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project management
Certification
- Federal Project Officer certification, 01/01/23
- Warrant Officer certification, 01/01/19 - 12/31/22
- Counter-Threat Awareness Training
- FACT training
- Security Overseas Seminar
References
Available upon request.
Consulting
Grant Writing, 07/01/23, present, Prepared $15 million multi-year grant proposal for the Welcome Corps which was selected for funding by the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration.
Affiliations
- ESL Teaching
- Kayaking
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Grant Writing Consultant
Community Sponsorship Hub
07.2023 - 08.2023
Public Health Analyst
U.S. DHHS, Health Resources Services Administratio
01.2023 - Current
Country Director, Mozambique
U.S. Department of State
03.2015 - 01.2023
Expert Consultant, Africa Region
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2014 - 01.2015
Country Director, Cameroon
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2012 - 01.2014
Sahel Regional Advisor, Sahel
U.S. Peace Corps
04.2010 - 06.2012
Director of Programming and Training, Tanzania
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2008 - 01.2010
Associate Peace Corps Director, Western Samoa
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2005 - 01.2007
MA - Public Administration
University of Minnesota
BA - Government
Harvard University
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