SALIF MANGANE
Waltham,MA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager (part-time)
Harvard T. H. Chan School Of Public Health
Boston, MA
08.2021 - Current
- Manage the logistics flow for 4-6 fellowship cycles annually
- Design a program implementation and maintenance plan
- Develop program learning objectives and manage Canvas, a learning management system
- Collaborate with faculty and external stakeholders to design and enhance program content
- Establish partnership opportunities among school departments and centers
- Supervise Teaching Assistants (~2-4 per academic year) and Student Liaisons (~6-
10 per academic year) - Manage program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stay on track and within allocated resources.
- Develop project plans, identify risks, set objectives, and monitor progress toward completion.
- Communicate regularly with external partners to ensure alignment of strategies and goals.
Consultant (Remote)
UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean
Lima, Peru
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted research and analysis on barriers to educational access for Indigenous children.
- Collaborated with local stakeholders to gather diverse perspectives.
- Interviewed Harvard faculty, students, and school officials to gain insights.
- Identified and documented primary challenges and variations across communities.
- Developed policy recommendations to address identified barriers.
- Prepared and presented a detailed policy paper with findings and recommendations.
- Provided strategic insights and actionable solutions to support UNICEF’s mission.
- Maintained clear and effective communication with the UNICEF team.
Consultant (Remote)
Ministry Of Education
Oyo State, Nigeria
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed extensive desk research to understand the context and scope of out-of-school children in Oyo State.
- Conducted interviews with local stakeholders, including educators, community leaders, and parents.
- Analyzed statistical data and reports to identify key factors contributing to the out-of-school phenomenon.
- Developed policy recommendations to address the issue and improve school enrollment and retention.
- Prepared and presented a detailed policy paper outlining research findings and actionable recommendations.
- Provided strategic insights and solutions to support the Ministry's efforts in enhancing educational access.
- Ensured effective communication and alignment with the Ministry of Education throughout the consultancy.
Consultant (Remote)
University of Nouakchott
Nouakchott, Mauritania
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted extensive desk research to gather relevant data and insights on the integration of digital humanities and innovative pedagogies in higher education.
- Organized and coordinated field research, including interviews with faculty members and other stakeholders, to understand the specific needs and challenges of the Mauritanian educational context.
- Coordinated interviews and focus groups with faculty and staff at the University of Nouakchott to gather input and build support for the project.
- Developed detailed sections of the proposal, including the project's background, objectives, implementation plan, expected outcomes, and budget.
- Ensured the proposal addressed the needs of the target beneficiaries, including students, educators, and researchers, by promoting the effective integration of digital technologies in education.
- Worked closely with researchers, educators, and administrative staff to gather necessary information and refine the proposal.
- Coordinated efforts to compile and review all proposal sections, ensuring a cohesive and polished final document.
- Led the final review and editing process to ensure the proposal met all requirements and standards for submission.
Senior Program Coordinator
Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed and organized coursework on Canvas, a Learning Management System.
- Worked with faculty subject matter experts to create engaging on-campus and online learning activities.
- Assisted in designing and implementing on-campus and online programs.
- Supported faculty in developing course content, including syllabi, lesson plans, and assessment materials.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of learning activities and recommended improvements.
- Organized and coordinated logistics for on-campus sessions, including classroom setup, technology needs, and catering arrangements.
- Provided technical support for online learning platforms and resolved issues.
Project Coordinator
South Africa Partners
Boston, MA
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Conducted in-depth research on healthcare and education initiatives, ensuring that all information was accurate, relevant, and up-to-date to support various projects.
- Assisted with proposal writing by gathering necessary data on healthcare and education topics, drafting sections of proposals, and ensuring all documentation was comprehensive and aligned with the organization’s goals.
- Drafted detailed reports summarizing project progress, outcomes, and areas for improvement in healthcare and education.
- Liaised with partners and subcontractors regarding contracts, partnership agreements, reports, program progress, and finances, maintaining strong and productive relationships in the healthcare and education sectors.
- Analyzed policy documents, research papers, and statistical data to provide recommendations for project improvements.
- Coordinated and facilitated meetings and workshops with stakeholders to discuss project objectives, progress, and challenges.
Translator Interpreter (Freelance)
Mauritanian Professional Interpreters
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Served as a simultaneous and consecutive interpreter at local and international conferences and seminars in Mauritania.
- Facilitated conversations between different parties in English, French, and other local Mauritanian languages.
- Facilitated conversation between American and Mauritanian officials and army officers during training, lectures, conferences, and private meetings
- Translated various documents from English to French, including legal contracts.
- Proofread translated documents for accuracy and completeness.
Project Coordinator
WorldVision Mauritania
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided administrative support to the team in Kankossa
- Prepared weekly program reports for the main office in Nouakchott
- Liaised with USAID and Mauritanian Ministry of agriculture representatives regarding contracts and reports
- Oriented voucher distributors before distribution
- Responded to phone calls and oversaw the daily office functions
Education
Master of Education - Learning Design, Innovation, And Technology
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA05-2025
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA05-2016
Master of Arts - English Language
Ibn Tofail University
Morocco06-2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Nouakchott
Mauritania06-2009
Affiliations
- Fulbright Scholarship 2014-2016, The Fulbright Program
- McCormack scholar 2014-2016, University of Massachusetts, Boston
- Outstanding student award 2009, Nouakchott, Mauritania
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Fulani
Native/ Bilingual
Wolof
Full Professional
Timeline
Consultant (Remote)
UNICEF Latin America and the Caribbean
12.2023 - 05.2024
Consultant (Remote)
Ministry Of Education
06.2023 - 11.2023
Consultant (Remote)
University of Nouakchott
02.2023 - 03.2023
Program Manager (part-time)
Harvard T. H. Chan School Of Public Health
08.2021 - Current
Senior Program Coordinator
Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education
03.2018 - 08.2021
Project Coordinator
South Africa Partners
01.2017 - 02.2018
Project Coordinator
WorldVision Mauritania
02.2012 - 01.2014
Translator Interpreter (Freelance)
Mauritanian Professional Interpreters
01.2012 - 07.2014
Master of Education - Learning Design, Innovation, And Technology
Harvard University
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Massachusetts Boston
Master of Arts - English Language
Ibn Tofail University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Nouakchott
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