Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Computer Skills
Languages
Research Projects and Published Works
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Martha Lukongo

Martha Lukongo

4450 Rivanna River Way #5127 Fairfax,VA

Summary

A results-oriented professional with meticulous attention to detail and a collaborative approach to teamwork. Demonstrated expertise in organizational management, efficiently handling multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Eager to utilize strong leadership and decision-making skills in a dynamic role.

With a strategic mindset, possesses a comprehensive understanding of strategic planning, financial oversight, and governance. Commitment to collaboration or independent work is evident through dedication to creating a vision for the future that aligns with organizational goals and values.

Versatile and focused on promoting the mission and enhancing the effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about daily operations being seamlessly executed. A quick and decisive decision-maker, excelling in communication and organization. Fosters successful collaboration with management to develop work plans, financial strategies, and operational frameworks. Track record demonstrates a proven ability to drive positive outcomes and contribute to the overall success of an organization.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

COPRA
12.2023 - Current
  • Worked closely with 4 organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Executive Vice President, Board of Directors

Little Lamb Wish Foundation
12.2023 - Current
  • Served as a trusted advisor to the CEO on matters related to strategy, risk management, and succession planning.
  • Shaped 24 solutions and 10 approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
  • Built 10 lasting relationships with key industry players through networking events, conferences, and collaborative initiatives.
  • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to the board of directors.
  • Provided 3 mentorship and guidance to executive team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.

CEO

Omega Research Clinics
11.2023 - Current
  • Coached and guided 3 senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
  • Established foundational processes for 5 business operations.
  • Secured financing for critical projects through the negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
  • Managed 5 partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Created 5 succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.

Board of Trustees Member

Lukongo Foundation
11.2023 - Current
  • Served as advocate and ambassador for the organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance the mission.
  • Oversaw the implementation of 50 new programs and initiatives, monitoring progress toward desired outcomes.
  • Helped maintain a positive public image of the organization by attending events as an ambassador.
  • Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
  • Assisted with the development of organizational budgets and resource allocation plans.

Junior Sandwich Artist

Subway
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Upheld high standards of customer service at all times to enhance 33 client loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Trained team members to prepare sandwiches and other items according to instructions.
  • Displayed strong multitasking skills by managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or efficiency.
  • Resolved 15 customer complaints promptly and professionally, turning negative experiences into positive ones whenever possible.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new processes or procedures when company initiatives were introduced or updated.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Government And International Politics

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Lee Magnet High School
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2021

Skills

  • Executive Leadership
  • Resource Utilization
  • Financial Management
  • Negotiation
  • Nonprofit Experience
  • Innovative
  • Global Perspective
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Succession Planning
  • Community Outreach
  • Strategic Planning
  • Social Media

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office, STATA, SPSS, and R

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Research Projects and Published Works

ORCID: 0009-0002-7935-8242

  • Research Project: Expanding Access to Health Equity for Low-Income Individuals through Medicaid Reform, the research highlighted that policy changes that prioritize health equity and reduce administrative burdens enhance the overall effectiveness of Medicaid in serving low-income populations.
  • Research Project: An Examination of the Restricted Utilization of Biological Weapons in Warfare, the research underscored that logistical challenges and international norms prevent the proliferation of biological weapons.
  • Research Project: An Examination of Recruitment Strategies: A Comparative Analysis between the IRS and the CIA, the research accentuated that the IRS career website exhibited a greater degree of formality and traditionalism, while the CIA career website, in contrast, exuded dynamism and contemporaneity.
  • Research Project: Investigating the Plutonium Pathway for the Development of Nuclear Weapons: Benefits and Drawbacks, the research emphasized that Plutonium has dual-nature usage and poses proliferation risks, environmental hazards, and international tensions.
  • Research Project [Under Review]: Examining Academic Performance of First-Time Freshman vs. Transfers: Affordability, Self-Selection, or Both, the research suggested that student retention, academic achievement, and development among first-time freshmen and transfer students are based on the institutional support given to the students. ID: bujoe-23-0617.
  • Capstone Project: A Case Study on College Persistence and Financial Aid in Louisiana, the primary researcher and the research underscored the significance of comprehending the impact of financial assistance on student achievement and the necessity for policies that uphold college students irrespective of their familial earnings.
  • Research Project: To what extent can vertical farming contribute to the enhancement of food sustainability, the research highlighted that vertical farming has the potential to optimize resource utilization and foster agricultural resilience in urban environments.
  • Research Project: Addressing the Impacts of Childhood Poverty: Strategies for Mitigation and Policy Recommendations, the research underlined the critical need for a mixed-methods approach to address the impacts of childhood poverty considering the long-term implications for the individual's societal progress.
  • Research Project: Environmental Challenges in New Orleans: A Multifaceted Analysis, the research emphasized that upgrading and enhancing infrastructure, levees, drainage systems, and urban planning are crucial for mitigating the impact of environmental hazards.
  • Research Project: The Last Generation: Mobilizing an International Environmental Social Movement for Climate Change Action, the research suggested that young adults are actively participating in fostering positive planetary change, while governments are failing to adequately address the seriousness of climate change.

Timeline

Executive Director

COPRA
12.2023 - Current

Executive Vice President, Board of Directors

Little Lamb Wish Foundation
12.2023 - Current

CEO

Omega Research Clinics
11.2023 - Current

Board of Trustees Member

Lukongo Foundation
11.2023 - Current

Junior Sandwich Artist

Subway
07.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Government And International Politics

George Mason University

High School Diploma -

Lee Magnet High School
Martha Lukongo