Kina Hendrick
Program Specialist
Bowie,MD
Summary
Results-driven Conflict of Interest Specialist at the FDA with expertise in data analysis and conflict resolution. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and compliance through strategic guidance and effective communication. Skilled in budget management and logistics, fostering collaboration to achieve program objectives and improve performance.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Conflict of Interest Specialist
Department of Health and Human Services; FDA
Silver Spring, MD
04.2019 - Current
- Conducted thorough reviews of Financial Confidential Disclosures (OGE-450) and Public Financial Disclosures (OGE-278).
- Analyzed compliance of waivers, stock holdings, and outside activities.
- Assessed official duty requests from Federal and non-Federal staff for regulatory compliance.
- Prepared nomination onboarding appointment packages for advisory committees within the Department.
- Counsel upper management, senior staff, and colleagues on current policies and procedures.
- Coordinate Federal Register Notices for the timely uploading and advertising of each individual schedule advisory committee meeting within 30 days prior to each meeting.
- Guide staff in understanding Sponsored Travel policies associated with widely attended events hosted by outside organizations.
- Provide thorough analysis assessments of all conflict findings.
- Counsel staff transitioning from current positions on post-employment restrictions.
- Facilitate the preparation of HHS Department charter renewals and the amendment of re-charters.
- Compile departmental budget costs for individual advisory committee's financial operating procedure report (5) estimate.
- Evaluate logistics contract renewals for advisory committees prior to each meeting.
- Act as the lead liaison for monitoring end-of-fiscal-year costs of each Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) council meeting throughout the year, and compiling Annual Comprehensive Reports for submission to the General Services Administration (GSA).
- Researched and analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement.
- Evaluated the needs of departments, stakeholders, and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Provided technical support for users experiencing difficulties with software applications.
- Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
Lead Ethics Program Specialist
Department of Human Services:NIH
Bethesda, MD
06.1998 - 04.2019
- Coordinated annual event scheduling and logistics to ensure seamless execution.
- Reviewed applications for ethics program compliance, maintaining adherence to standards.
- Provided guidance on conflict of interest reports and financial disclosures per ethics policies.
- Assisted Deputy Director in reviewing and issuing Certificates of Divestiture for stock holdings.
- Monitored office database proficiency to enhance operational efficiency.
- Participated in team-building exercises to foster collaboration among project staff.
- Delivered orientation training within 90 days for new employees and post-training for transitioning staff.
- Evaluated staff conflict of interest reports and documentation to ensure compliance with HHS ethics regulations.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to meet program objectives and deadlines.
- Adapted programs in response to participant feedback and changing needs.
Procurement Specialist
National Naval Medical Center
Bethesda, MD
- Formulated procurement strategies to secure optimal pricing for goods and services.
- Facilitated purchasing processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Evaluated suppliers and processed orders through competitive bids and new contracts.
- Negotiated refunds by addressing defects and delivery issues with suppliers.
Education
Career And Technical Education
Mid-Level Leadership Program
Bethesda, MD09-2004
Technology Management
U.S Department of Agriculture Graduate School
Washington, DC11-2003
Associate of Arts -
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MDSkills
- Microsoft Office and SharePoint expertise
- Data analysis and procurement
- Conflict resolution and assessment
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving strategies
- Budget preparation and management
- Technical support and troubleshooting
- Team collaboration and performance improvement
- Attention to detail and organization
- Logistics management and development
- Business development initiatives
Affiliations
- Well versed in customer service
- Goal oriented
- Team Player
- Work well under pressure
Timeline
Conflict of Interest Specialist
Department of Health and Human Services; FDA
04.2019 - Current
Lead Ethics Program Specialist
Department of Human Services:NIH
06.1998 - 04.2019
Procurement Specialist
National Naval Medical Center
Career And Technical Education
Mid-Level Leadership Program
Technology Management
U.S Department of Agriculture Graduate School
Associate of Arts -
Prince George's Community College
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