Kimberly Benjamin
Covina,CA
Summary
Over 5 years of progressive experience in program support and performance monitoring, working with underserved communities, government agencies, and non-profit organizations; including global health initiatives . Demonstrated expertise in technical assistance, interagency collaboration, and continuous quality improvement, with a focus on maternal and child health, and health equity. Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, Canva, and federal government software systems, certified as a Level 2 federal Contracting Officer Representative.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Analyst
Health Resources and Services Administration
03.2021 - Current
- Administered the Data 2000 Waiver Training Payment Program; processed 800 applications from health providers in Federally Qualified Health Centers and Rural Health Clinics, with a budget of $8 million; responded to technical assistance requests, produced weekly project progress reports, and coordinated with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) for approval of applications.
- Provided technical assistance to the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) program staff on performance measures; consultations led to a decrease in less meaningful performance measures put forth in the annual budget justification to the U.S. Congress.
- Provided programmatic support and clearance for HRSA grant solicitations; collected and reported information on data collection methods, performance measures, and evaluation activities across HRSA programs.
- Managed HRSA’s Grantee Satisfaction Survey; developed and monitored the scope of work (SOW), provided weekly updates to management on the status and demographics of respondents, and briefed HRSA program staff on survey results and key areas for improvement.
- Participated in strategic discussions on national quality measures; reviewed and analyzed HRSA's levers for improving clinical quality outcomes for federally funded health centers.
- Updated and maintained HRSA’s internal Executive Order (EO) tracker; the tracker was used to ensure staff had up-to-date information on current EO activities and implementation.
- Reviewed HRSA performance measures for data accuracy and data availability and alignment with statutory reporting standards and guidelines; implemented program standards to improve program monitoring
- Coordinated with HRSA staff to provide quarterly updates for the Department of Health and Human Services Agency Priority Goals; reports focused on public health programs and initiatives related to behavioral health, maternal health, and customer experience
- Co-facilitated an agency-wide workgroup, identified evaluation subject matter experts, conducted listening sessions, and implemented evaluation-related recommendations; these recommendations led to improvements to the grant solicitation template and the creation of a resource library for HRSA staff.
- Coordinated the agency’s response for the Department of Health and Human Services Evaluation Capacity Assessment; prepared communication materials to distribute across HRSA Bureaus and Offices, to assess agency evaluation-related activities.
- Joined HRSA’s Division of Strategic Initiatives on a temporary detail; conducted an environmental scan of the vision, mission, and goals across all Bureaus and Offices to aid in the development of the 2026-2030 HRSA strategic plan.
- Lead bi-monthly team meetings; presented on various topics such as emotional intelligence, managing diverse work styles, giving and receiving feedback, and maternal and child health topics.
- Collaborated with the HRSA evaluation team to create an evaluation toolkit to support programs with tools and resources for program effectiveness, toolkit resources were used to build staff capacity in evaluation across the agency.
- Completed all required training for the certification for the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) II
Public Health Intern
Health Resources and Services Administration
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with senior health equity staff to create a criterion to identify and address health inequities within HRSA programs; the criterion was used to review and score 14 Maternal and Child Health grant solicitations.
- Assisted Maternal and Child Health staff in the creating tools and resources for an equity toolkit; the toolkit included equity assessments and tip sheets for staff to center equity in the Notice of Funding Opportunities.
- Revised three core information set investment profiles on Maternal Health, Behavioral Health, and Health Equity: documents were shared with staff in the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) to be used as a repository for readily available data on topic areas and relevant MCHB programs.
- Attended and participated in the MCHB policy workgroup; workgroup sessions covered programs and policy on Autism Legislative Authority, Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant, and Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) programs.
Junior Management Analyst (Contract)
Administration for Children and Families
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided administrative support to federal staff overseeing research contracts, grants, and technical assistance activities in the Division of Family Strengthening
- Coordinated with a senior social research analyst to conduct listening sessions with tribal grantees on adolescent pregnancy prevention, and implemented recommendations into the Statement of Works.
- Assisted senior staff in evaluating conceptual models for grantee programs.
- Interfaced with various offices, bureaus, and agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services, such as the Health Resources and Services Administration, the Administration for Native Americans, the Family and Youth Service Bureau, and the Office of Family Assistance.
- Supported federal staff, existing grantees, and contractors to identify emerging issues and questions in need of new research synthesis, or interpretation for policy decision-making on public health programs
- Conducted literature reviews, website reviews, and document reviews as needed.
- Developed written products as requested, including one-page summaries, briefs, and other written deliverables.
- Provided quarterly updates for the Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood e-newsletter.
- Assisted senior staff in developing strategies and systems for managing project workflows; created a review system for grants, contracts, and other deliverables.
Maternal and Child Health Volunteer
Peace Corps Guatemala
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Monitored and tracked maternal and child health outcomes; prepared routine progress reports to the project manager; the reports highlighted activities and tasks accomplished under the Maternal and Child Health project framework.
- Conducted an extensive health diagnostic using a variety of methods (shadowing, interviews, and data analysis); the diagnostic focused on addressing organizational capacity, the training needs of personnel, and the inventory of resources.
- Analyzed data for the Secretariat of Food and Nutritional Security (SESAN); standardized trends of prenatal care visits within 19 Indigenous communities.
- Provided culturally sensitive program support and training to health center staff on public health program monitoring, continuous quality improvement, and effective program implementation for maternal and child health programs and initiatives.
- Assisted in the planning and delivery of a public health initiative addressing violence against women; the event required interagency coordination and collaboration.
- Applied asset-based development tools and methods to evaluate the needs, assets, and risks of rural Guatemalan communities; reported recommendations, and advised key health district stakeholders on future project planning and implementations.
- Coordinated the annual agenda for the Paternity and Maternity Commission; utilized strategic planning techniques to define goals, objectives, and desired outcomes
- Served as a liaison between the Peer Support Network (PSN) and the Peace Corps Guatemala Drug and Alcohol Workgroup; represented PSN’s interests to the workgroup leaders and the Country Director.
Hands of Hope Intern
Case de Esperanza
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Processed and maintained legal documents and referrals for 18 foster children; distributed information to case managers and Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) social workers.
- Aided case managers in administrative and operational support; completed monthly development assessments, updated and tracked household budgets, and monitored and evaluated the child's therapeutic regimens.
- Implemented each child’s plan of service, and documented each child’s progress to legal case files.
Community Outreach Intern
Hope Unlimited Church
09.2016 - 05.2017
- I liaised with a mentoring program at a local non-profit organization and women’s group, which resulted in the formation of three mentoring partnerships.
- Designed a feedback survey to evaluate congregants’ interest and future participation in church-sponsored community outreach activities.
- Developed an outreach framework for activity implementations; consulted with the Senior Pastor to refine objectives.
- Researched participatory methods to increase congregants' involvement in outreach events and activities.
- Assisted in content creation and communications for the Youth and Young Adult leadership team; contributed weekly content to social media outlets.
Education
Master of Public Health - Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
12.2024
Certificate - Global Human Rights
University of Pennsylvania Law
06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministries, concentration in social service
Azusa Pacific University
01.2017
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Compliance
- Cultural competence
- Technical assistance
- Capacity building
- Evaluation
Languages
- English, Fluent; native speaker
- Spanish, Intermediate; conversational
Travel
Willing to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Timeline
Public Health Intern
Health Resources and Services Administration
01.2024 - 04.2024
Public Health Analyst
Health Resources and Services Administration
03.2021 - Current
Junior Management Analyst (Contract)
Administration for Children and Families
09.2020 - 03.2021
Maternal and Child Health Volunteer
Peace Corps Guatemala
03.2019 - 03.2020
Hands of Hope Intern
Case de Esperanza
06.2017 - 06.2018
Community Outreach Intern
Hope Unlimited Church
09.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Public Health - Maternal and Child Health Policy and Leadership
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Certificate - Global Human Rights
University of Pennsylvania Law
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministries, concentration in social service
Azusa Pacific University
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