PISITH PEN
Marysville
Summary
Team-oriented self-starter bringing [Number] years in training, staff development, management and human resources. Exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Manager
United States Peace Corps
06.2013 - 10.2024
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members
- Recruited and conducted new staff orientation
- Planned and managed annual training budget
- Managed communications between administrative staff, trainers, trainees, and stakeholders
- Planned all training activities and events throughout the year
- Translated official meeting during meeting with local government from English to Khmer and vice versa
- Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Managed new employee orientation training process each year.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs using various assessment tools, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Facilitated team-building exercises that improved communication and collaboration among team members.
- Promoted a strengths-based approach in working with Peace Corps volunteers, empowering them toward self-sufficiency and independence.
- Served as case coordinator, assuming responsibility for complex, high-volume assignments and guiding endeavors to successful completion.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, expanding the network of available resources for clients.
- Provided service and supportive counseling in client's native language, translating and interpreting between client, family and third-party entities.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
Sale & Marketing Executive
Elixir Gaming Technologies
05.2011 - 04.2013
- Conducted and consolidated ongoing research to propose Marketing Strategy
- Managed and coordinated with all departments to assure smooth running of the operation
- Provided ongoing and constructive feedback to top management during monthly meetings
- Assisted with logistics of the company
- Planned and executed marketing promotion
- Built and maintain good relationship with clients and ensure client’s satisfaction and develop new market perspective for the company
- Planned events for the company such as grant opening event and New Year Event coordinating with different departments, local authorities, vendors, and clients
- Supervised F & B department
- Translated official meeting during meeting with local government from English to Khmer and vice versa
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
04.2010 - 05.2011
- Managed relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
- Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
- Integrated lessons learned from previous projects into future planning efforts, fostering an environment of continual growth and adaptation.
- Streamlined reporting procedures for improved efficiency and information dissemination.
- Developed comprehensive monitoring tools to track project progress and outcomes.
- Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
- Advised senior management on strategies for improving program effectiveness based on evaluation results.
- Reviewed existing monitoring systems, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for addressing identified gaps in performance metrics.
- Translated/interpreted survey questionnaires and reports.
Teacher/Head of Student Affair
Adventist International Mission School
08.2004 - 01.2009
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Resident Assistant
Mission College
01.2002 - 08.2004
- Assisted with move-in/move-out processes, reducing wait times and ensuring smooth transitions for incoming and outgoing residents.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving conflicts within the community.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among roommates and neighbors by mediating discussions and proposing fair solutions.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
- Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to foster meaningful connections and community spirit.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Asia Pacific International University (Mission College)
Thailand05-2006
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Strategic thinker
- Project management
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Client engagement
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Organization and multitasking
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Relationship building
Leadership Experience
- Delegated, working with the White House team preparing for the First Lady visit to Cambodia., Peace Corps Cambodia, 03/01/15
- President of International Student Association, Mission College, Thailand, 2003-2004
- President of Sophomore Class, Mission College, Thailand, 2002-2003
- President of Cambodian Student Association, Mission College, 2001-2002
- Teacher/Head of Student Affair, Adventist International Mission School, Thailand, 08/01/04, 01/01/09, Supervised and was responsible for student association., Conducted and coordinated annual volunteer activities for both students and teachers., Supervised classes of multi-racial students–25 each class., Prepared lesson plans for each class., Developed curriculum, monitored students' learning., Supervised the Student Council., Designed and published the school newsletter., Gave speeches during student assemblies., Assisted in giving both verbal and written translation (Thai-English)., Translated meeting with parents English to Thai and vice versa.
Hobbies and Interests
- Tennis
- Badminton
- Soccer
- Music
- Travel
- Great food
Training
- Let Girls Learn Staging Curriculum Training of Trainer, Washington D.C., U.S.A., 2017
- Let Girls Learn and Intercultural Learning Workshop, Kathmandu, Nepal, 2016
- Intercultural Competence Diversity and Inclusion, Phnom Penh, 2016
- Oversea Staff Training, Washington D.C., U.S.A., 2014
- Staff Skill-Building for volunteer support, Phnom Penh, 2014
- Language Proficiency Interview Training, Phnom Penh, 2013
- Monitoring and Evaluation, Phnom Penh, 2010
- Cultivating Thinking Skills in Students, Bangkok, Thailand, 2008
- Differentiating Instruction and Assessment, Saraburi, Thailand, 2008
- Translating Brain Research into Classroom Practice, Bangkok, Thailand, 2008
- Thai Language and Culture Professional Standards and conducts for Foreign Teachers, Bangkok, Thailand, 2008
Certification
2017: Let Girls Learn Staging Curriculum Training of Trainer Washington D.C., U.S.A.
2016: Let Girls Learn and Intercultural Learning Workshop Kathmandu, Nepal
2016: Intercultural Competence Diversity and Inclusion, Phnom Penh
2014: Oversea Staff Training, Washington D.C., U.S.A.
2014: Staff Skill-Building for volunteer support, Phnom Penh
2013: Language Proficiency Interview Training, Phnom Penh
2010: Monitoring and Evaluation, Phnom Penh
2008: Cultivating Thinking Skills in Students, Bangkok, Thailand
2008: Differentiating Instruction and Assessment, Saraburi, Thailand
2008: Translating Brain Research into Classroom Practice, Bangkok, Thailand
2008: Professional Standards and Conducts for Foreign Teachers, Bangkok, Thailand
Languages
khmer
Native or Bilingual
Thai
Limited Working
Timeline
Training Manager
United States Peace Corps
06.2013 - 10.2024
Sale & Marketing Executive
Elixir Gaming Technologies
05.2011 - 04.2013
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
04.2010 - 05.2011
Teacher/Head of Student Affair
Adventist International Mission School
08.2004 - 01.2009
Resident Assistant
Mission College
01.2002 - 08.2004
2017: Let Girls Learn Staging Curriculum Training of Trainer Washington D.C., U.S.A.
2016: Let Girls Learn and Intercultural Learning Workshop Kathmandu, Nepal
2016: Intercultural Competence Diversity and Inclusion, Phnom Penh
2014: Oversea Staff Training, Washington D.C., U.S.A.
2014: Staff Skill-Building for volunteer support, Phnom Penh
2013: Language Proficiency Interview Training, Phnom Penh
2010: Monitoring and Evaluation, Phnom Penh
2008: Cultivating Thinking Skills in Students, Bangkok, Thailand
2008: Differentiating Instruction and Assessment, Saraburi, Thailand
2008: Translating Brain Research into Classroom Practice, Bangkok, Thailand
2008: Professional Standards and Conducts for Foreign Teachers, Bangkok, Thailand
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Asia Pacific International University (Mission College)
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