Ma. Lydia Callano
Richmond,USA
Summary
Master's degree holder in development management with 25 years of successful strategic management and four years of project development experience. Dynamic Lecturer for three semesters known for engaging lectures and workshops, devising most effective methods for helping participants acquire intended information and producing desired outcomes. A people-oriented individual who volunteers expertise and resources for the benefit of target clientele. A lifetime learner for professional advancement and personal development.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Caregiver (Part Time)
Caring Hands for Seniors
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing comprehensive and compassionate personal care and assistance with daily living activities
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication administration, and daily care activities for ongoing assessment purposes
- Prevented hospital admission for injuries among clients through vigilant monitoring of their surroundings and timely assistance with mobility challenges
- Developed trusting relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication channels regarding care updates or concerns that arose during the caregiving process
Planning Officer IV
West Visayas State University
08.2016 - 06.2023
- Facilitated consultations and workshops to gather input on proposed plans, fostering increased community engagement in planning and problem solving
- Assisted in the maintenance of up-to-date information on industry trends, best practices, and legislative changes for accreditation of University programs and other purposes
- Liaised with government agencies at various levels to coordinate efforts towards regional and national planning objectives while maintaining University context relevance
- Offered strategic advice to develop, implement and evaluate operational systems and procedures for continuous improvement
- Created visually appealing reports and presentations to clearly communicate with diverse audiences
- Implemented innovative technology solutions to enhance data collection and analysis capabilities within the planning department
- Assisted in securing grant funding for critical infrastructure projects, enhancing community resources and facilities
- Negotiated contracts with providers of specialized services or products for projects and initiatives
- Mentored colleagues on best practices in planning techniques, boosting overall team performance and professional growth
Lecturer
West Visayas State University
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Handled MPG 508 (Program and Project Development and Project Management) with excellent evaluation by students
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth
Planning Officer III
University of the Philippines Visayas
10.1995 - 08.2016
- Established strong working relationships among stakeholders, fostering collaborative problem-solving and planning environments
- Liaised with government agencies at various levels to coordinate efforts towards national and regional planning objectives while maintaining University context relevance
- Evaluated administrative and academic performance against targets for continuous improvement and client satisfaction
- Facilitated consultation meetings and workshops to gather input on proposed plans, fostering increased community engagement
- Assisted in securing grant funding for critical projects, enhancing university facilities and services
- Implemented University tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive performance reports to highlight developments for management review
Project Assistant
University of the Philippines Visayas
07.1994 - 05.1995
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize completion of four micro impoundments in target project sites
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in all project documentation, ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the project lifecycle
- Maintained a well-organized document repository for easy access to vital information on the project
- Researched and analyzed data to support project-related decisions
- Provided assistance with preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts and presentations
- Maximized use of resources by coordinating procurement activities such as vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase order management
- Managed risks by overseeing quality assurance process and reporting regularly on budget, progress, and technical problems
- Improved stakeholder communication with regular update reports and presentations
- Contributed to positive team environment by recognizing and addressing team members' concerns and feedback
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals
Project Development Officer V
Agricultural Credit Policy Council
02.1990 - 02.1994
- Led diverse teams throughout the project cycle from initiation to evaluation and re-planning
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for project execution
- Collaborated with team members on problem-solving strategies, resulting in innovative solutions that addressed complex challenges
- Participated in the project evaluation, identifying areas for improvement and policy recommendations for future endeavors
- Reported regularly to higher authorities on project budget, progress, and problems
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback
Education
Certificate in Early Child Education - Montessori Education Preschool Teacher
Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA12.2025
Master of Management - Rural Development Management
University of The Philippines Visayas
Iloilo, Philippines03.1997
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries - Inland Fisheries
University of The Philippines Visayas
Iloilo, Philippines10.1985
Bachelor of Science in Education -
Central Philippine University
Iloilo, Philippines03.1982
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Synthesis
- Conceptual framework design
- Technical writing
- Communication
- Presentation
- Research
Personal Information
Legal permanent resident since 2018 with a California driver's license valid until May 2028. Originally from Palmdale, CA. Moved to Richmond, CA in August 2024
Awards
Presidential Plaque of Recognition, for outstanding commitment and dedicated performance, West Visayas State University, 10/09/19, Iloilo, Philippines
Publications
Beyond Guns and Medals, An Anthology of WWII Memories in the Philippines (awaiting ISBN, August 2024), Iloilo, Philippines
Community Service
- Divine Wisdom Kindergarten School, Inc., Member, Board of Trustees, Pavia, Iloilo, Philippines, 2005-Present: Provided strategic advice to the School Administrator in the effective and efficient delivery of pre-school education to 100 pupils per school year as an outreach program of Doane Baptist Church, Inc.
- American Legion Auxiliary, President, Unit 113, Philippine District, 2016-Present: Advocates for veterans and surviving spouses based in Western Visayas; educates citizens on patriotism, appreciation of heroes, good citizenship and peace through participation in patriotic events
- National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL), Chairperson-Western Visayas, May 2023: Represented NAMFREL in task forces, committees fora and similar gatherings organized by Commission on Elections, Philippine National Police, Department of Health, Department of Education, Church, etc.; Participated in NAMFREL monitoring activities during pre-election, election proper and post election periods; Reported all concerns pertaining to NAMFREL operations to NAMFREL Directors, National Council and National Secretariat
Training
- Introduction to Caregiving for Older Adults, 2024, San Diego State University-College of Health and Human Services
- Advanced Training for Compassionate Caregivers, 2024, San Diego State University-College of Health and Human Services
- Planning, Budgeting, and Expenditure Management, 2023, Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges, Philippines
- Land Use Development and Infrastructure Plan Training Series, 2022-2023, Commission on Higher Education/UP Resilience Institute, Philippines
- Business English, 2022, University of La Verne, California, USA
- Advanced Topics in Project Management, 2022, University of La Verne, California, USA
- Online Course on Basic Project Management, 2022, Development Academy of the Philippines, Philippines
- Practical Approach in Strategic Risk Management, 2022, ESB Business Management Consultancy Services, Philippines
- Project Evaluation and Development Course, 2021, ESB Business Management Consultancy Services, Philippines
- Business Strategy, 2021, International Business School Americas, Brazil
- Online Course on Basic Risk Management, 2021, Development Academy of the Philippines, Philippine
- Sustainable Companies & ESG Investment Funds Symposium, 2020, International Business School Americas, Brazil
- Strengthening the GAD FPS Gender Mainstreaming, 2019, West Visayas State University, Philippines
- Course on Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation, 2019, Development Academy of the Philippines, Philippines
- 14th APAIE Conference and Exhibition, 2019, Asia-Pacific Association for International Education, Malaysia
- Data Mapping & Inventory Monitoring-Data Architecture & Dictionary, 2018, Department of Information & Communication Technology, Philippines
- Scope and Resource Planning, Education Sector, 2018, Department of Information & Communication Technology, Philippines
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Organized performance reviews and planning exercises resulting in completion five-year strategic plans, annual reports, operational budgets, and funding for projects
- Packaged proposals and policy recommendations for institutional strengthening specifically the WVSU Client Satisfaction System, and the Safety, Health and Environment Framework (SHE)
- Operationalized the Strategic Performance Management System (2015-2023), Online Submission of Budget Proposal (2017-2023), Public Investment Program Online System (2018-2023) as required by government
- Successfully represented the university in InWent-Capacity Building International, Asia-Pacific Association for International Education, Regional Development Council-VI, Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges, Philippine Statistics Authority, National Economic and Development Authority, Department of Budget and Management, Commission on Higher Education, etc.
- Gave honor to UPV through two Best Public Sector projects, and marking of the Administration Building, Iloilo City Campus as a heritage structure
- Managed the construction of four micro dams to improve an ecosystem in UP Visayas Miagao Campus
- Integrated 3,000 poorest women into the rural finance mainstream
- Educated 5,000 marginalized farmers on guarantee programs
Work Preference
Work Location
HybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchSoftware
MS Applications: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, One Note, Skype, Outlook, LinkedIn, WhatsApp
Gmail and YahooMail
Interests
History, Health and Wellness, Gardening, Sustainable development
Timeline
Professional Caregiver (Part Time)
Caring Hands for Seniors
04.2024 - 06.2024
Lecturer
West Visayas State University
06.2020 - 01.2023
Planning Officer IV
West Visayas State University
08.2016 - 06.2023
Planning Officer III
University of the Philippines Visayas
10.1995 - 08.2016
Project Assistant
University of the Philippines Visayas
07.1994 - 05.1995
Project Development Officer V
Agricultural Credit Policy Council
02.1990 - 02.1994
Certificate in Early Child Education - Montessori Education Preschool Teacher
Contra Costa College
Master of Management - Rural Development Management
University of The Philippines Visayas
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries - Inland Fisheries
University of The Philippines Visayas
Bachelor of Science in Education -
Central Philippine University
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