Sabrina Perry
Williamsville
Summary
Director with expertise in project management, regulatory compliance, and grant writing. Demonstrated success in meeting program objectives and enhancing stakeholder collaboration. Strong ability to lead teams and drive initiatives to completion.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Upward Bound Program
University at Buffalo, SUNY
Buffalo
09.2004 - Current
- Developed comprehensive project plans detailing timelines, goals, budgets, and staffing needs to guide successful project execution.
- Collaborated with regulatory bodies to achieve compliance with federal and state laws and standards, ensuring program integrity.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
- Supervised federal Workstudy interns and Graduate Assistants in the design, implementation, and evaluation of research studies.
- Prepared regulatory documentation according to strict guidelines to support work.
- Served as a liaison between various departments within the university in order to facilitate collaboration on joint initiatives.
- Authored and evaluated grant proposals and budgets, securing funding for program initiatives and supporting long-term sustainability.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices and methodologies.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Program Coordinator, Upward Bound Math/Science
University at Buffalo, SUNY
Buffalo
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Secured funding through grant writing and maintaining relationships with donors and sponsors.
- Cultivated relationships with campus departments and external partners to support program initiatives.
- Coordinated program activities to enhance engagement among students and faculty within university community.
- Created promotional materials that boosted program visibility and engagement among target audiences.
- Delegated tasks to staff and volunteers during organized events.
- Prepared reports on progress towards program goals for management review.
Coordinator, Young Women Going Places
Buffalo Public School District
Buffalo
09.1992 - 06.1994
- Facilitated communication among teachers, parents, and administration to support student success.
- Assisted in developing educational programs and materials, increasing student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with faculty to identify and secure resources for classroom support.
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Recruited and selected candidates to fill vacant roles through structured interviews.
- Recommended staffing solutions and proposed procedural changes to management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi, MS08-1992
Skills
- Project management
- Grant writing
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Program evaluation
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
Accomplishments
Member, Council for Opportunity and Excellence in Education
Timeline
Program Coordinator, Upward Bound Math/Science
University at Buffalo, SUNY
06.2023 - 09.2024
Director Upward Bound Program
University at Buffalo, SUNY
09.2004 - Current
Coordinator, Young Women Going Places
Buffalo Public School District
09.1992 - 06.1994
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University