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Jamal Graham

Evanston,United States

Summary

Experienced with coordinating and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Utilizing effective communication and organizational skills to ensure seamless execution. With the ability at a high level and be a positive contributor to any work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

Horizons for Youth
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Managed over 40+ accounts.

Temp Program Assistant/Gift Planning

Northwestern University
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
  • Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
  • Assisting in administrative task for gift planning for over 100 accounts
  • Coordinates complex itineraries involving domestic and/or international travel, etc.

Family and Community Engagement Liaison

Evanston / Skokie Community Consolidated School District 65
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Coordinates and facilitates school site workshops to engage families and educators in programs designed to increase student academic achievement and socio-emotional well-being
  • Collects and reports on data for 20 accounts through tools and structures as requested by District Supervisor or designee.
  • Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
  • Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.

Full-time Substitute English Teacher

Evanston Township High School
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate unexpected changes or challenges within the school day while maintaining focus on key learning objectives.
  • Assessed 125 student performance through formal and informal evaluations, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
  • Implemented creative strategies for engaging diverse learners, resulting in improved classroom participation and overall academic progress.

Career Advisor, Case Manager, and Bridge Recruiter

Youth Job Center
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Organized workshops focused on essential job-seeking skills such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, and networking strategies.
  • Partnered with educational institutions offering programs related to professional development activities designed to enhance employability skills.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on 40+ cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

Temp Secretary

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Book meeting rooms, set up conference calls and take messages and minutes during meetings
  • Perform administrative tasks, including filing, ordering and maintaining supplies
  • Make and confirm travel arrangements for 8 staff members
  • Perform routine bookkeeping tasks.

Community Organizer

Connections for the Homeless
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Manage advocacy-related meetings, including committee meetings, member meetings, and attendance at municipal meetings
  • Develop advocates in the community and among Connections' program participants who can work for systemic change through community education and lobbying of elected officials.
  • Collaborated with community organizations in other regions to support state-wide and national outreach initiatives.
  • Led a speakers bureau which consisted for 22 participants.

Dietary Specialist

Presbyterian Homes
10.2015 - 01.2021
  • Assisted in menu development, incorporating diverse and flavorful options for 28 residents while adhering to nutritional guidelines.
  • Helped Food Service Manager train cafeteria staff in food preparation, line process and health regulations.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.

Education

English MA -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.2022

Teaching of English - English Literature

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2020

Skills

  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Attention to detail

Volunteer Experience

  • Founder of 24 Hour Basketball, 12/01/20-08/01/24
  • Director of Black in Evanston: Exploring Social Justice in Evanston's Education, Leadership, and Art., 08/01/19-12/01/20
  • Evanston Citizens Police Review Commission, 06/01/20-09/01/21

Details

Evanston, United States, 7737299546, JamalCGrahamBusiness@gmail.com

Timeline

Program Manager

Horizons for Youth
02.2024 - Current

Temp Program Assistant/Gift Planning

Northwestern University
01.2024 - 02.2024

Family and Community Engagement Liaison

Evanston / Skokie Community Consolidated School District 65
03.2023 - 07.2023

Full-time Substitute English Teacher

Evanston Township High School
08.2022 - 01.2023

Temp Secretary

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
05.2022 - 06.2022

Career Advisor, Case Manager, and Bridge Recruiter

Youth Job Center
01.2022 - 07.2022

Community Organizer

Connections for the Homeless
03.2021 - 10.2021

Dietary Specialist

Presbyterian Homes
10.2015 - 01.2021

English MA -

Arizona State University

Teaching of English - English Literature

University of Illinois At Chicago

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