Kiara Berry
Columbia,South Carolina
Summary
Results-driven Project Management professional with expertise in federal disaster recovery programs and cross-functional initiatives. As a Public Assistance (PA) Specialist, oversees project documentation and funding coordination for FEMA programs. Excels in contract and grant lifecycle support, stakeholder training, and audit preparation. Holds an MBA and leverages strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to enhance project outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PA SPECIALIST (Project Coordinator – Disaster Recovery)
South Carolina Emergency Management Division
Columbia, USA
07.2025 - Current
- Managed 15+ FEMA Public Assistance projects simultaneously, ensuring compliance and timely documentation
- Manage multiple FEMA Public Assistance projects simultaneously, overseeing documentation, timelines, and compliance requirements across local and state stakeholders
- Coordinated disaster recovery funding and project execution as primary liaison among federal (FEMA), state, and local entities
- Reviewed project documentation, conducted site inspections, and identified risks or gaps to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
- Track project progress, maintain detailed reports, and support audit readiness through accurate documentation and monitoring
- Provide guidance and policy interpretation to applicants, improving project accuracy and reducing delays in funding approvals
- Resolved project issues and escalated risks to uphold timelines and compliance standards
- Reduced documentation errors by 25% through improved tracking and reporting processes
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT COACH
MOVEMENT SCHOOLS
Charlotte, USA
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Spearheaded implementation of digital tools, enhancing academic data tracking and strengthening student support strategies.
- Managed implementation of learning technologies, coordinating timelines and stakeholders to ensure effective rollout.
- Led cross-functional training initiatives for educators, improving adoption of digital tools and increasing operational efficiency
- Analyzed performance data to drive continuous improvement and inform program decisions
E-LEARNING CONTENT LEAD
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS
Charlotte, USA
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Led professional development workshops on instructional technology, enhancing digital competencies among educators.
- Championed initiatives to elevate digital literacy school-wide, promoting equitable access to learning technology.
- Utilized analytics tools to evaluate e-learning outcomes, informing instructional improvements across departments.
- Directed the adoption of LMS platforms (Canvas, Moodle), aligning digital content delivery with district and state standards.
EDUCATOR
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS
Charlotte, USA
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Delivered peer training on tech-enabled instruction, enhancing faculty's ability to monitor student performance.
- Created and implemented tech-integrated lessons using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools to boost student engagement.
- Maintained digital student data systems, generating insights to inform targeted academic interventions.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of South Carolina Aiken
Aiken, SC12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SC05-2019
Skills
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Project and Program Management
- Funding Management
- Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Training & Facilitation
- Data Analysis & Reporting (Excel, Tableau)
- Data analytics
- Process Improvement
- Project management tools
- Digital platforms
- Risk assessment
- Problem solving
- Policy Adherence
- Resource Management Tools
Timeline
PA SPECIALIST (Project Coordinator – Disaster Recovery)
South Carolina Emergency Management Division
07.2025 - Current
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT COACH
MOVEMENT SCHOOLS
10.2023 - 06.2025
E-LEARNING CONTENT LEAD
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS
08.2021 - 10.2023
EDUCATOR
CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS
10.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Business Administration -
University of South Carolina Aiken
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Claflin University