Microsoft 365
LaShawn Johnson
Project Manager
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with over 12 years of progressive administrative, project operations, data management and reporting experience. Pursuing a progressive education in Information Technology including obtaining Microsoft, CompTIA, Linux, and Cisco certifications. Knowledgeable regarding troubleshooting, MS Windows, Active Directory, and basic networking.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
4
4
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Corporation For Public Broadcasting
Washington, DC
08.2019 - Current
- Skillfully manage a $74.6-million, five (5)-year (2020 – 2025) RTL PBS contract.
- Schedule and facilitate meetings between grantor and grantee to discuss development process of deliverables, budget, schedules and conflicts.
- Identified, reviewed and applied policies and procedures.
- Track project closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Rapidly respond to and resolve technical challenges and answer queries submitted by grantee.
- Assist grantee with gaining access to complex systems / applications (i.e. Basecamp, GMS) and handle password resets.
Program Coordinator
Corporation For Public Broadcasting
Washington, DC
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Strategically steered a nationwide educational outreach initiative that focused on early learning and development for children ages 2-8 through exemplary best practices in education, interactive media, and community engagement.
- Interfaced among project directors to efficiently assess and monitor sub-recipient activities while ensuring alignment with project objectives. Managed all meetings and event logistics (i.e. contracting, travel, scheduling, budgeting).
- Contributed sharp analytical abilities toward preparing and submitting performance data to the Department of Education. Supported annual reporting processes by compiling and submitting final reports through DOE G-5 system
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Managed web content updates to provide PBS stations with easy information access.
Program Investment Specialist
Communities In Schools, National
Arlington, VA
2014 - 2016
- Leveraged broad scope of industry knowledge toward directing all facets of network-wide programs and project teams, including effectively managing the implementation of college and career readiness curriculums and activities.
- Optimized communication and subject-matter expertise related to programmatic implementation and reporting.
- Developed documents for affiliate grant agreements (i.e. revised and updated work scopes and relevant templates).
Education Initiative Specialist
Communities In Schools, National
Arlington, VA
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Spearheaded the coordination of a $2.5-million Department of Justice grant involving 10 affiliates.
- Monitored program implementation while supporting partnership development by identifying potential partners and service providers.
Program Coordinator – Research, Evaluation & Innov
Communities In Schools, National
Arlington, VA
2010 - 2013
- Recognized as the “go-to” liaison to deliver integrated policies and program standards that reinforced accountability for business and key program operations to a large-scale network of 180 state and / or local nonprofit organizations.
- Supported Vice President for Research, Evaluation & Innovation with the efficient management and coordination of meeting logistics, travel management, and grant expenditures for two (2) departmental teams of 10 total employees.
- Scheduled and prepared documentation (i.e. data analyses, written summaries) for national accreditation process. Led final stages by editing and distributing materials, communicating with participants, and creating certificates.
Education
Information Technology Security & Adminstration
MyComputerCareer
Raleigh, NC 08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Project planning and development
Contract Management
Microsoft Active Directory
Technical Support
Project Management
Systems Installation, Configuration, and Upgrading
Administrative support
Account management
Critical thinking
Teambuilding
Self-motivated professional
Multitasking abilities
Certification
Certified: MTA: Security Fundamentals
Software
WebEx
Skype
Zoom
GPRA
Grants System (GS-5)
OSHA safety regulations
Timeline
Certified: MTA: Security Fundamentals
09-2021
Information Technology Security & Adminstration
MyComputerCareer
08.2021 - Current
Certified: CompTIA Security +
04-2021
Project Manager
Corporation For Public Broadcasting
08.2019 - Current
Program Coordinator
Corporation For Public Broadcasting
01.2016 - 08.2019
Program Investment Specialist
Communities In Schools, National
2014 - 2016
Education Initiative Specialist
Communities In Schools, National
01.2013 - 07.2014
Program Coordinator – Research, Evaluation & Innov
Communities In Schools, National
2010 - 2013
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Virginia State University
08.2003 - 05.2007