Maritza E. Arce-Romero
Riverdale,MD
Summary
Experienced nonprofit professional with over 10 years of administrative expertise and a proven track record in executive support, project coordination, and grant management. Proficient in managing complex workflows, ensuring compliance, and delivering results in fast-paced environments. Skilled in utilizing tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, WizeHive, and Simple Practice to enhance operational efficiency
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Grants Associate
Supporting Our Aging Religious (SOAR!)
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitate the grant application process, including managing submissions in WizeHive and maintaining consistent communication with applicants.
- Organize team meetings, prepare agendas, and track deliverables to ensure program goals are met.
- Provide administrative and operational support to the grants program and all company departments, ensuring timely and accurate execution of tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Hemophilia Federation Of America
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw daily administrative functions, including scheduling, correspondence, and data management.
- Enhanced office workflows by implementing organizational tools and practices.
- Coordinated internal projects to meet organizational deadlines and standards.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
Administrative Assistant & Workflow Coordinator
Protection Strategies Inc.
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Reviewed and edited federal worker resumes to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
- Supported security procedures by assisting with documentation and operational protocols.
- Collected and organized casework data to assist in the reunification of immigrant children with their families.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
Marketing Associate
Geppetto’s Catering
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Planned and executed marketing initiatives to increase service visibility and client acquisition.
- Managed financial transactions and invoicing using QuickBooks to maintain accurate records.
- Created eye-catching visual assets for print and digital campaigns that resonated with target audiences.
- Enhanced social media presence with creative content and effective targeting.
- Collaborated on creating content for company blog to drive organic traffic and boost search engines rankings.
Administrative Assistant Intern
Clark Construction
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided administrative support during the construction phase of The Wharf project.
- Maintained schedules, managed documentation, and ensured seamless coordination of daily operations.
- Monitored office supplies and ordered low-stock items to prevent unexpected shortages.
- Maintained tidy and professional office space to give positive first impression to visitors.
- Received and screened incoming calls, emails and visitors and alerted administrative manager to priority matters.
Administrative Assistant Intern
Catholic Charities
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Assisted with organization and maintenance of office filing system for easy retrieval of information.
- Maintained tidy and professional office space to give positive first impression to visitors.
- Monitored office supplies and ordered low-stock items to prevent unexpected shortages.
- Supported departmental projects, ensuring deadlines were met and objectives achieved.
- Scheduled meetings and appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.
Education
No Degree - Marine Biology
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SCAssociate of Arts - Business Management
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05-2025
No Degree - Business Marketing Management
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05-2025
High School Diploma -
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School
Takoma Park, MD06-2017
Skills
- Executive and Administrative Support
- Grant and Program Coordination
- Advocacy and Public Engagement
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, WizeHive, Simple Practice
- Project Management and Workflow Optimization
- Marketing and Event Coordination
- Confidentiality and Discretion
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Grants Associate
Supporting Our Aging Religious (SOAR!)
10.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Hemophilia Federation Of America
01.2023 - 01.2024
Administrative Assistant & Workflow Coordinator
Protection Strategies Inc.
06.2020 - 12.2022
Marketing Associate
Geppetto’s Catering
08.2016 - 04.2020
Administrative Assistant Intern
Clark Construction
08.2014 - 06.2016
Administrative Assistant Intern
Catholic Charities
08.2013 - 06.2014
No Degree - Marine Biology
Coastal Carolina University
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Prince George's Community College
No Degree - Business Marketing Management
Prince George's Community College
High School Diploma -
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School
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