Robin Savage
Manteno,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate with 30+ years of nonprofit industry and grant oversight experience. Problem-solver and detail-oriented team player dedicated to streamlining operations to promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact program success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Partner, Business Director, Facilitator
Agents For Change, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
- Partner Abuse Intervention Program - Worked closely with multiple Criminal Justice Systems to hold intimate partner violence offenders accountable through behavior modification educational program.
- Managed daily operations for small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Maintained accurate records of participant progress, attendance, and behavior.
- Developed alternative online educational forum during COVID.
- Initiated new program for county detention center to engage identified inmates.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Chief Executive Officer
Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
09.1998 - 12.2011
- Directed daily operations and program service delivery for domestic violence shelter; managed financial, operational and human resources.
- Implemented strong financial controls, ensuring accurate reporting and solid decision-making capabilities.
- Secured external funding sources through grantsmanship skills.
- Managed multiple grants and met report requirements, including site visits and annual performance reviews.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Led successful advocacy campaigns that resulted in positive policy changes benefiting populations served by organization.
- Oversaw successful certification processes ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Legal Services Administrator
Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
06.1993 - 09.1998
- Worked closely with domestic violence survivors seeking safety through Criminal Justice System.
- Improved legal services efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing new case management systems.
- Managed confidential legal documents to ensure secure storage and accurate recordkeeping.
- Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and detail for hearings.
- Closely involved with creation of 21st Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council.
- Played active role in development of County-wide Domestic Violence Policy and Domestic Violence Courts in Kankakee, Iroquois, and Grundy Counties.
Education
Sociology
Hope College
Holland, MISkills
- Industry Experience
- Organization and Administration
- Operations and Project management
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties - Women United
- Zonta International
- Kankakee County Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team
Additional Information
- Served as an independent reader for the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence VOCA/VAWA funding applications merit-based review process a number of times and most recently in 2023 for the FY24 funding cycle.
- Conducted United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties Community Investment process site visits for funding applicants during three funding cycles, most recently in 2023.
- Applied for and managed several grants each year during tenure as KCCADV CEO.
- Served on state level committees with ICADV and IDHS and as an ICDVP board member (IL Coalition Against Domestic Violence, IL Department of Human Services, IL Certified Domestic Violence Professionals).
Timeline
Partner, Business Director, Facilitator
Agents For Change, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
09.1998 - 12.2011
Legal Services Administrator
Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
06.1993 - 09.1998
Sociology
Hope College
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