Melissa Ward
Topeka,Kansas
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings ten years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator, Contractor
T-Mobile
Overland Park, Kansas
07.2022 - Current
- Communicated between customers and internal members regarding project details, including budget, estimates and timeline
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping
- Analyzed and track data, informing Project Manager of status updates and projections
Project Manager
Kansas Department Of Labor
Topeka, KS
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Oversaw a staff of five and and managed projects up to $50 million
- Certified Project Management Methodology in IT projects for the State of Kansas
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs
- Planned, designed and scheduled phases for large projects
Organizational Director
Foster For Kansas
Mission, Kansas
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Built political coalitions to enhance message
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for all events
- Recruited, trained and managed campaign volunteers
- Coordinated schedules and assignments for volunteer staff, maximizing team efficiency and effectiveness
- Developed content for social media
Special Assistant to the President
Architect One
Topeka, Kansas
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Served on the Leadership Team for the organization, initiated successful workforce planning, employee involvement, and team-building projects
- Accurately and promptly coordinated scheduling, rescheduling and cancellation of appointments to maximize President’s time for optimum efficiency
- Developed content for social media, responsible for Request for Proposals for all perspective projects
Special Assistant to the Secretary
The Kansas Department For Children And Families
Topeka, Kansas
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Special Assistant to the Secretary in managing a mult-million dollar, mulit-program planning human services agency
- Represented the Secretary in high-level state official meetings
- Worked with the Secretary and Leadership Team on long-term strategic planning and messaging for agency issues, programs, and public events
- Facilitated communication among a broad spectrum of stakeholders and legislators across the state
- Recommended updates to current legislation, regulations and policies
- Analyzed public policy, including proposed legislation and administrative rules, to determine potential impact on the agency
Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator
Kansas Association For The Medically Underserved
Topeka , Kansas
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Lead coordinator in KAMU’s Grassroots Community Health Center Campaign
- Launched a statewide grassroots campaign which included recruitment, engagement and retention of advocates
- Managed a grant budget of $400,000
- Coalition building with various stakeholder organization to build capacity around the advantages of safety net clinics and the value they bring to their communities
- Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
- Organized 10 health care events from conception to completion, arranged program schedules and managed on-site logistics
Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs
The Kansas Department For Children And Families
Topeka, Kansas
04.2011 - 10.2015
- Assisted in the reorganization and renaming of the agency and promoted to a position with more responsibility
- Developed and fostered relationships with key legislators and decision-makers in the Kansas House and Senate
- Analyzed public policy, including proposed legislation and administrative rules, to determine potential impact on the agency
- Briefed the Secretary and Leadership team daily on action in the Capitol
- Worked closely with the Constituent Services Department to ensure all constituent concerns were addressed and sent to the proper department for follow up
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2008
Skills
- Team Building
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Building Effective Relationships
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Issues resolution
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Project Coordinator, Contractor
T-Mobile
07.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Kansas Department Of Labor
08.2020 - 06.2022
Organizational Director
Foster For Kansas
10.2019 - 03.2020
Special Assistant to the President
Architect One
01.2019 - 10.2019
Special Assistant to the Secretary
The Kansas Department For Children And Families
11.2017 - 01.2019
Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator
Kansas Association For The Medically Underserved
10.2015 - 08.2017
Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs
The Kansas Department For Children And Families
04.2011 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Kansas
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