MARIBEL PASTOR
Seattle
Summary
Results-oriented Nonprofit Program Manager with expertise in program operations and community engagement. Proven track record in managing outreach teams, budget tracking for community contracts, and coordinating partnerships with regional organizations and government entities. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with advanced Portuguese skills, dedicated to serving immigrant and Spanish-speaking communities in King County.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civic and Community Engagement Manager
VILLA COMUNITARIA, SEATTLE, WA
01.2019 - Current
- Enhanced staff performance through effective supervision and team meeting facilitation.
- Ensured accurate budgeting by monitoring multiple community program financial statuses.
- Prepared funder reports by gathering project data and tracking engagement metrics.
- Cultivated partnerships with organizations and government for community program success.
- Advocated community priorities to Port of Seattle leadership, influencing regional decisions.
Event Director and Community Project Leadership
MUJERES LATINAS, SEATTLE, WA
01.2019 - Current
- Successfully coordinated the annual Latina Symposium, enhancing community engagement and participation.
- Developed innovative concepts for the Symposium, aligning with community needs and interests.
- Recruited prominent keynote speakers, enriching the Symposium with diverse perspectives and expertise.
- Managed a dedicated volunteer team, ensuring effective execution of event logistics and operations.
- Crafted and implemented a strategic promotional plan, boosting event visibility and attendance.
- Directed the Somos Mujeres Latinas fundraising initiative, fostering community support and involvement from 2019 to 2021.
- Established a comprehensive social media presence, enhancing outreach and engagement for initiatives.
- Facilitated partnerships with media organizations, amplifying event coverage and community awareness.
Project Director
HEADLINE COMUNICACIONES, SANTIAGO, CHILE
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Achieved successful public relations outcomes for major international events, including Expo India 2009.
- Led a dedicated team in crafting and executing comprehensive PR strategies for Expo Mujer 2010.
- Managed key client relationships to ensure alignment with project goals and expectations.
- Developed targeted communication proposals that resonated with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
- Coordinated with media partners across various markets to maximize event visibility and engagement.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to streamline campaign efforts and enhance overall effectiveness.
- Monitored and analyzed campaign performance to refine strategies and improve future initiatives.
Marketing Communications Manager and Technical Writer
EPISCIENCES, INC., BOISE, ID
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Developed educational, promotional, and sales materials for cosmeceutical and biotech products. Translated complex scientific information into accessible formats for diverse consumer audiences.
Marketing Communication Specialist
Freelance Journalist, Nuevo Mundo/San Jose Mercury News
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Marketing Communication Specialist, MKT Consulting, Santiago, Chile (1997-1999). Reporter and Editor, Radio Chilena, Santiago, Chile (1996-1998).
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Seattle Central College
Seattle, WA01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Boise State University
Boise, ID01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Social Communication, Marketing and Human Resources
The Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Santiago, Chile01.1997
Skills
- Supervision: Staff development, feedback and performance assessment, hiring and onboarding, team coordination
- Program Operations: Multi-program oversight, budget tracking, billing accuracy, deliverable management, cross-program coordination
- Reporting: Funder reporting, data gathering, database management
- Stakeholder Relations: Partnership cultivation, community advisory facilitation, government liaison, funder relations
- Community Engagement: Multicultural community organizing, serving immigrant and Spanish-speaking populations, focus group facilitation
- Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish Advanced Portuguese
Certification
Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Fundraising for Non-Profits
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Timeline
Civic and Community Engagement Manager
VILLA COMUNITARIA, SEATTLE, WA
01.2019 - Current
Event Director and Community Project Leadership
MUJERES LATINAS, SEATTLE, WA
01.2019 - Current
Project Director
HEADLINE COMUNICACIONES, SANTIAGO, CHILE
01.2008 - 01.2010
Marketing Communications Manager and Technical Writer
EPISCIENCES, INC., BOISE, ID
01.2002 - 01.2006
Marketing Communication Specialist
Freelance Journalist, Nuevo Mundo/San Jose Mercury News
01.2000 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Boise State University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Social Communication, Marketing and Human Resources
The Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Bachelor of Science -
Seattle Central College