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Lena Heier

Arlington,VA

Summary

Insightful and detail-oriented analyst in both research and business settings. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze and provide innovative results. Skilled in using analytical tools to supply client-ready deliverables. Demonstrated creativity and project management skills delivering various company-wide process improvements. Experienced communicator with both internal and external clients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Analyst

McAllister & Quinn
01.2023 - Current
  • Analyze the federal budget detailing changes in appropriated funding amounts for specific agencies and programs and analysis of potential implications for institutions of higher education
  • Conduct thorough and timely prospect research for higher education institutions, emphasizing federal and foundation grant opportunities and individual clients' eligibility, competitiveness, and institutional priorities
  • Create and present weekly client-facing reports on grant opportunities, client funding history, and funding forecasts
  • Prepare quarterly reports on success indicators for grant programs of specific interest to the firm’s clients, using qualitative and quantitative data
  • Organize and host monthly client-facing webinars on grant- and compliance-related topics by designing and managing communications, sending invitations, creating presentation materials, and reporting on attendance and satisfaction metrics

Research Assistant

Newcomb Institute
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Sourced committee transcripts from state legislative websites to analyze women’s roles in committee meetings
  • Extracted relevant information on state legislative caucuses from 50+ sources and compiled for assessment
  • Conducted research on organizational history using university archives

Advocacy Intern

Healing Minds NOLA
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Participated in monthly advocacy meetings to discuss issues in the mental healthcare system in New Orleans
  • Created surveys and materials to capture community needs and opinions

Academic Program Assistant

Tulane University Summer Enrichment Institute
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Organized and kept a detailed inventory of over 200 course materials
  • Co-developed 20+ courses for middle and high school students, spanning multiple subjects and scientific fields

Policy Intern

New Orleans Maternal & Child Health Coalition
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Drafted 30+ action alerts to the coalition on current legislation related to maternal & child health issues in the Louisiana state legislature
  • Researched and composed a comprehensive policy brief on relevant legislation

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health & Political Science

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA
12.2022

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Qualitative Research & Analysis
  • Adaptability
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Strategic Communications
  • Computer Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Effective Time Management
  • Salesforce
  • Microsoft Excel

Timeline

Research Analyst

McAllister & Quinn
01.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Newcomb Institute
08.2022 - 12.2022

Advocacy Intern

Healing Minds NOLA
05.2022 - 08.2022

Academic Program Assistant

Tulane University Summer Enrichment Institute
05.2022 - 08.2022

Policy Intern

New Orleans Maternal & Child Health Coalition
01.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Public Health & Political Science

Tulane University

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