Melisa K Walker
Richmond,TX
Summary
Program manager with experience in budget control, grant compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Leads planning, monitoring, and reporting to support on-time delivery and regulatory adherence. Drives clear communication and structured issue resolution to sustain complex initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
University of Texas Heath Science Center
Houston, Texas
06.2018 - 03.2025
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule, and budget, ensuring adherence to university policies and healthcare standards.
- Coordinated cross-functional meetings with faculty, staff, and collaborators to align program objectives and foster collaboration.
- Supported program budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.
- Prepared program reports, updates, and executive summaries.
- Supported grant-related documentation and administrative requirements.
- Communicated program needs to leadership and external partners.
- Communicated regularly with external partners to ensure alignment of strategies and goals.
- Managed external client and business partner relationships.
- Generated and delivered reports, program review presentations and other program status updates.
- Collaborated with teams across departments to develop effective strategies for executing programs.
- Implemented plans designed for individual's specific needs.
- Worked closely with other departments to support program technical aspects and cost proposals.
- Controlled expenditures and reported monthly actual performance.
- Organized events such as conferences or seminars aimed at promoting awareness around specific topics relevant to the organization's mission statement.
- Oversaw the resolution of issues and challenges impacting program delivery, facilitating problem-solving and decision-making processes.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Monitored lab inventory on a yearly basis.
- Facilitated procurement of lab supplies through COUPA system.
Executive Assistant
University of Texas Health Science Center
Houston, Texas
12.2014 - 06.2018
- Managed executive calendars and coordinated complex meetings across departments, facilitating effective communication and decision-making.
- Organized high-level meetings and events, ensuring all logistics were meticulously planned.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving overall office productivity and workflow.
- Scheduled travel arrangements and reconciled expense records, supporting efficient operations of the executive office.
- Fostered clear communication among team members, enhancing collaboration and project efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denver City High School
Denver City, TX05-1978
Some College (No Degree) -
DeVry Education
Houston, TXSkills
- Program management
- Grant compliance
- Budget forecasting
- Report preparation
- Program event coordination
- Team leadership and training
- Proficient in Excel, Word, COUPA, Visio
- Strategic thinking and problem solving
- Organizational attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Program Manager
University of Texas Heath Science Center
06.2018 - 03.2025
Executive Assistant
University of Texas Health Science Center
12.2014 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Denver City High School
Some College (No Degree) -
DeVry Education