MANSOOR YAGOUB
Engagement Director
Richmond,VIRGINIA
Summary
Talented Engagement Director, event planner and team leader with strong track record of success in surpassing fundraising goals. Confident in leading teams and making tough decisions to optimize fundraising operations. Motivates staff to reach ever-higher targets. Skilled management consultant well-versed in operational standards and practices, with specific focus in engagement and outreach. Persuasive communicator with exceptional negotiation and relationship-building talents. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Engagement Director
New Life United Methodist Church
Midlothian, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Built relationships with visitors and regular attenders in order to connect people to groups, ministries and service opportunities.
- Generated reports and analyzed data highlighting key metrics related to community engagement and effectiveness of various projects and ministries.
- Co-Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions for improving community and volunteer experience.
- Facilitated and led brainstorming sessions with various internal teams regarding new ideas for engaging the church in serving community, nation and world through mission opportunities.
- Liaised with local nonprofits and community partners to increase awareness of fundraising, programs, and causes such as special offerings, service projects, and mission work.
- Coordinated large-scale events to engage with nonprofits and provide presentations regarding fundraising initiatives.
- Optimized program budgets, outreach, and results with strategic plans.
- Developed strong communication plans with the Marketing Team for engaging the community through various channels such as social media, print materials, and other avenues.
Programming Chair
Men With A Purpose
Ashland, VA
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Organized workshops, seminars, conferences and other special events as part of programming efforts.
- Ensured compliance with all college regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Coordinated resources for program implementation, including personnel and materials.
- Facilitated meetings with other organizations, community partners, and college administration to discuss program objectives and strategies.
- Collaborated with other organizations, community partners, and college administration on cross-functional projects.
- Created promotional materials for publicizing events associated with the program.
- Conducted research on relevant topics related to the program's mission.
- Monitored budget allocations for various aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with fiscal requirements.
- Provided guidance to new members about their roles and responsibilities within the organization's programming framework.
Event Specialist
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
- Hosted large groups by engaging with attendees during annual events.
- Marketed and publicized special events in social calendars.
- Assisted with the coordination of event logistics, including venue selection and vendor contracts.
- Supervised onsite events, providing guidance when needed.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for each event, ensuring that all deadlines were met.
- Monitored feedback from participants after each event, making adjustments as needed for future events.
- Provided technical support throughout events by troubleshooting any issues that arose.
- Developed relationships with various community partners, student body. and college administration in order to facilitate successful event planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
05.2023
- Leader and member of Men with A Purpose
- Omicron Delta Kappa award for Outstanding Student Event Recipient
- R-MC Student Government Junior Class Delegate
- Member of Pre-Ministry Program
- Awarded Pre-Ministerial Grant, Randolph-Macon College
- Additional Coursework in Financial Management, Strategic Management, Organizational Behavior and Operations Management
- Awarded Pre-Ministerial Grant, Randolph-Macon College
Skills
- Program Planning and Development
- Administrative Recordkeeping
- Budget Management
- Managing Events Start to Finish
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Documentation and Reporting
- Decision Making
- Originality and Creativity
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
- Event Coordination
- Data Interpretation
- Stakeholder Relations
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Building and Leadership
- Interpersonal Skills and Collaboration
- Fundraising
- Relationship Building
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsFlexible work hoursTimeline
Engagement Director - New Life United Methodist Church
06.2023 - Current
Event Specialist - Randolph-Macon College
09.2019 - 04.2021
Programming Chair - Men With A Purpose
08.2019 - 05.2023
Randolph-Macon College - Bachelor of Arts, Business Management
References
References available upon request.
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