MARISSA BARASHI
Rochester
Summary
Program management professional with 15+ years of experience supporting Jewish educational initiatives, Israel travel programs, scholarships and student services. Skilled in managing complex logistics, coordinating multi‑stakeholder partnerships and delivering high‑touch support to students, families, camps, schools and nonprofit organizations. Known for operational excellence, relationship‑building and ensuring seamless participant experiences across domestic and international programs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
International Program Officer
Touro University
Remote
03.2026 - Current
- Manage enrollment and administrative processes for students participating in gap‑year and study‑abroad programs in Israel.
- Serve as primary liaison between students, families, and 70+ partner seminaries and yeshivot.
- Coordinate tuition agreements, billing reconciliation, student records, and compliance documentation.
- Support students throughout admissions, registration, and program participation.
- Collaborate with Israeli educational institutions to ensure a positive and successful student experience.
Planned Giving & Foundations Asst Coordinator
Friends of the IDF
08.2024 - Current
- Assist in strategic stewardship campaigns for donors, prospects, and foundations.
- Enhance grant management by overseeing applications, awards, and data analysis in Raiser's Edge NXT.
- Organize and execute Legacy Society events, ensuring effective promotion and participant engagement.
- Collaborate with CRM teams to ensure data accuracy and improve operational workflows.
- Remote
Registrar
Camp Ramah New England
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Coordinated international and domestic travel logistics for 900+ campers and staff.
- Managed bunking assignments, health form reviews, and allergy protocols for smooth camp operations.
- Created and proofread newsletters and other communications for parents and staff.
- Collaborated with travel agents to ensure timely and accurate travel arrangements.
- Contract Position, Remote
One Happy Camper Program Manager
Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester
Rochester, NY
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Administered grants and scholarships for camp and Israel trip participants, increasing program accessibility.
- Organized community events, including camp fairs, to boost awareness of available funding opportunities.
- Managed marketing materials and community publications to promote programs effectively.
- Oversaw scholarship committees and generated detailed reports for stakeholders and community partners.
Court Assistant
Unified Court System - New York State
Rochester, NY
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Supported judges by clerking and recording court cases with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted the public with filing legal forms and processing case appeals.
- Managed case schedules, trial notices, and judgments efficiently.
Early Childhood Administrative Assistant
Yeshivat Noam
Paramus, NJ
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Coordinated parent communications, transportation logistics, and staff scheduling.
- Organized and executed early childhood events, including parent-teacher conferences and special programs.
- Provided high-level administrative support to three senior administrators, including travel booking and IT troubleshooting.
Office Manager
NJ-NCSY
Teaneck, NJ
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Supported regional events and retreats, handling logistics and travel arrangements.
- Assisted with scholarship allocation and donor correspondence.
- Coordinated marketing and event planning to enhance program participation.
Camp Registrar
Mach Hach Ba'aretz
New York, NY
07.2007 - 05.2011
- Organized travel logistics for participants and staff on Israel trips.
- Managed payments, scholarships, and participant documentation with precision.
- Designed and delivered presentations on programming outcomes for national leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Thomas Edison State College
05-2015
Skills
- Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Raiser's Edge NXT, CRM systems, Google Workspace, Microsoft Access
- Event Management: Large-scale conferences, multi-regional events, donor appreciation initiatives
- Donor Relations: Grant writing, proposal development, donor stewardship campaigns
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication across organizational and cultural levels
- Languages: Conversational Hebrew
Timeline
International Program Officer
Touro University
03.2026 - Current
Planned Giving & Foundations Asst Coordinator
Friends of the IDF
08.2024 - Current
Registrar
Camp Ramah New England
01.2024 - 08.2024
One Happy Camper Program Manager
Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester
09.2021 - 08.2024
Court Assistant
Unified Court System - New York State
05.2017 - 09.2021
Early Childhood Administrative Assistant
Yeshivat Noam
09.2015 - 05.2017
Office Manager
NJ-NCSY
07.2011 - 05.2013
Camp Registrar
Mach Hach Ba'aretz
07.2007 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Thomas Edison State College
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Coordinated large-scale events, including high-profile conferences and trips involving 500+ participants, ensuring flawless execution and participant satisfaction.
- Increased donor support year-over-year through targeted donor engagement initiatives such as parlor meetings, scholarship breakfasts, and custom donor-specific materials.
- Increased summer camp participation, registration and attendance by over 200%
- Spearheaded grant applications and managed program funding, contributing to the growth and sustainability of key programs.