Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Experience
Accomplishments
Certification
Professional Memberships
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Mirabelle Uma

Dallas,TX

Summary

Dedicated development professional with 6+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, and program management. Skilled in CRM systems, grant writing, and donor communications, with a strong background in streamlining operational processes to enhance organizational efficiency. Proven track record of coordinating dispersed teams and managing donor databases to support impactful initiatives. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive fundraising success and foster collaboration within global networks.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Development Coordinator

Texas Gun Sense
Austin, TX
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Managed a donor database of over 200 using Salesforce, ensuring accurate records and timely updates.
  • Developed and implemented a recurring donors program, increasing donations by 25%.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to align campaign messaging, and strengthen donor relationships.
  • Drafted impact report and proposals, securing funding for key initiatives.

Communications Associate Intern

Advising Success Network, NASPA
Washington, DC
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed marketing content for web and social media platforms to enhance brand visibility.
  • Revitalized member outreach strategies by creating engaging newsletters and optimizing web content, leading to a 40% increase in member engagement and interaction rates.
  • Coordinated with team members to execute a successful communications strategy.
  • Conducted in-depth usability audits of organizational websites, implementing user-centric enhancements that improved navigation, accessibility, and overall visitor experience.

Graduate Assistant

Marxe School of Public and International Affairs,
Manhattan, NY
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Created engaging newsletters and blog content using HubSpot, enhancing member engagement.
  • Conducted research and compiled data to support department initiatives.
  • Optimized website usability, and performed detailed analytics for content performance.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines under pressure.

Development Associate

Church World Service
Greensboro, NC
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Supported grant writing and donor retention strategies, maintaining CRM records with 100% accuracy.
  • Managed the donor database and coordinated acknowledgment letters to enhance donor retention.
  • Coordinated fundraising events and prepared sponsorship agreements for corporate donors.
  • Created the CWSG monthly newsletters to showcase program impact and drive donor engagement, using Mailchimp.

Program Officer

Public Complaints Commission
Abuja, FCT
04.2014 - 12.2018
  • Ensured compliance with donor reporting requirements and managed grant administration.
  • Spearheaded a public awareness campaign, increasing citizen engagement by 40%.
  • Developed grant proposals and maintained a grants calendar, securing timely funding.

Education

Master of Arts - Peace And Conflict Studies Resolution

University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
12-2020

Bachelor of Arts - History And International Relations

Abia State University
Uturu, Nigeria
09-2012

Skills

  • Fundraising Strategy and Donor Stewardship
  • Relationship building and management
  • Administering budgets
  • Training program development
  • Nonprofit experience
  • CRM Management (Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, EveryAction)
  • Grant Writing and Proposal Development
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Proficiency in MailChimp, HubSpot, Hootsuite, and Canva
  • Event Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, Asana, and Trello

Volunteer Experience

Program Associate
Save Our Planet Initiative – Abuja, Nigeria | September 2012 – Present

  • Designed climate awareness campaigns, raising over ₦10.5m for community projects.
  • Trained 5,000+ youths on climate change adaptation through targeted initiatives.

Volunteer Experience

Communications Officer
The Ebaidebheki Initiative – Nigeria | August 2022 – December 2022

  • Implemented communication strategies that increased organizational visibility by 30%.
  • Managed social media content, enhancing audience engagement and brand recognition.

Accomplishments

  • Award of Excellence for Volunteering Endeavors, from Save Our Planet Initiative, 2016
  • Award for Personal Projects under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Scheme,2015

Certification

Certificate for Fundraising SpecializationPhilanthropy University, in association with Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley

Professional Memberships

  • Association of Fundraising Professionals, USA
  • Peace and Justice Studies Association, USA
  • Conflict Alliance, USA
  • United Nations Association of USA

Timeline

Development Coordinator

Texas Gun Sense
05.2023 - 12.2023

Communications Associate Intern

Advising Success Network, NASPA
02.2023 - 12.2023

Graduate Assistant

Marxe School of Public and International Affairs,
01.2022 - 06.2022

Development Associate

Church World Service
04.2021 - 01.2022

Program Officer

Public Complaints Commission
04.2014 - 12.2018

Certificate for Fundraising SpecializationPhilanthropy University, in association with Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley

Master of Arts - Peace And Conflict Studies Resolution

University of North Carolina At Greensboro

Bachelor of Arts - History And International Relations

Abia State University
Mirabelle Uma