Results-driven Project Manager with a proven track record in managing special projects and delivering impactful outcomes. Expertise in coordinating cross-functional teams and navigating complex challenges to achieve strategic objectives. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and utilizing industry-standard tools to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Grants and Special Projects Manager
City Seminary of New York
01.2024 - Current
Overseeing the grant administration process from awarded grant application to end of grant cycle, including grant goals, budget, evaluation, and timelines.
Working with the team to ensure evaluation and data collection tools and timelines comply with grant reporting requirements.
Tracking and reporting on grant revenue, budgets, and expenditures, and communicate across involved departments as necessary.
Assisting with grant software management, accounting, audits, and internal document warehousing (MOUs, job descriptions, etc.)
Preparing all required grant amendments and reports as required by each grant, in a timely and accurate manner.
Convening and documenting quarterly meetings with the program director and grant team to reflect on grant goals and outcomes and make recommendations for future improvements.
Applying project management skills to support in special projects and events as occasions arise (for example: book launch parties, holiday parties, special symposium)
Providing support to grant directors with additional administrative tasks.
Assisting in communications with project participants and stakeholders
Operations Co-Ordinator/ Online Class Proctor
Kaplan North America
05.2019 - 12.2023
Coordinated CE classes across various NYC locations for optimal attendance.
Developed and tested virtual proctoring protocols to enhance exam integrity.
Led a team to standardize virtual proctoring procedures across multiple states.
Created comprehensive policies and PowerPoint presentations for virtual proctoring guidelines.
Managed schedules efficiently across four time zones, ensuring smooth operations.
Provided on-call technical support to VCP team members during exam sessions.
Asst. to the director of Higher Educational Opportunity Program
Nyack College
06.2018 - 08.2018
Ensured project success by adhering to established standard operating procedures throughout all phases.
Utilized department best practices to effectively assess project requirements and initiate processes.
Executed project tasks with precision, contributing to timely production and successful project closure.
Provided comprehensive academic support to students, addressing a range of educational challenges and inquiries.
Guided students in navigating academic resources, enhancing their overall learning experience and success.
Collaborated with faculty to develop strategies for improving student engagement and academic performance.
Education
MA - Ministry in the Global City
City Seminary of New York
New York, NY
05-2023
MBA - Marketing
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY
08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Nyack College
Manhattan, New York
05.2017
Skills
MS Suite: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Quick Books Pro
Google Suite
Salesforce
Asana
Strong analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Congenial and enthusiastic contributor and supporter of team goals
Knowledge of office practices and procedures
Strong attention to detail
Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a challenging environment
Innovation and creativity
Project scheduling
Risk assessment
Processes and procedures
Data collection
Quality control
Interpersonal communications
Administrative leadership
Project management
Event coordination
Regulatory compliance
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Reliability
Accomplishments
Delta Mu Delta Honor Society 08/2018 – Present
Summa Cum Laude 08/2016 - Present
Languages
English
Malayalam
Tamil
Timeline
Grants and Special Projects Manager
City Seminary of New York
01.2024 - Current
Operations Co-Ordinator/ Online Class Proctor
Kaplan North America
05.2019 - 12.2023
Asst. to the director of Higher Educational Opportunity Program
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