SARAH VILLAVICENCIO
Stamford,CT
Summary
A detail-oriented and collaborative professional with a strong dedication to enhancing communication and partnerships within international development. My passion lies in contributing to impactful initiatives, with a focus on achieving collective goals related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Skilled in developing engaging content, managing digital platforms, and providing comprehensive editorial and technical support to amplify visibility .
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
United Nations Capital for Development Fund (UNCDF)
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with a 3 persons' team to co-author a chapter for the second edition of the book 'Local government finance is development finance' for the UNCDF, contributing to research and analysis in the field of local government finance and development
- Conducted fieldwork in Tanzania to interview government officials and visit UNCDF's project sites, gathering firsthand insights and data to inform the chapter's content and enhance the overall book's relevance and impact
- Demonstrated strong research, analytical, and communication skills throughout the project, effectively synthesizing complex information and findings to contribute to a comprehensive and informative publication for the UNCDF
Programme Management Intern
United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed the project cycle of more than 50 grants to 35 countries
- Monitored and tracked the progress of projects, verified the completion of milestone events, reviewed narrative progress and financial utilization reports
- Closed 14 projects and recorded documentations on UN database
Research Assistant
Mercy College
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Conducted research for a book on using artificial intelligence for social good
- Collected, analyzed, and summarized qualitative and quantitative data
- Provided assistance with development of grants, presentations, and prepared work papers for research fund purposes
Administrative Assistant
Mercy College
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Planned the first Career Retreat for all International Relations students
- Facilitated communication between International Relations students and faculty
Education
MPA-PNP - International Development Policy and Management
New York University
New York, NY09.2024
BA - International Relations
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2020
Skills
- Digital Strategy - Webdesign, SEO, Social Media
- Data Analysis - Weka
- Data Visualization - Tableau
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM - Salesforce
- Newsletter Development
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Open-Mindedness
- Inclusivity
- Innovative Thinking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Consultant
United Nations Capital for Development Fund (UNCDF)
09.2023 - 05.2024
Programme Management Intern
United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)
03.2021 - 08.2021
Research Assistant
Mercy College
01.2020 - 02.2021
Administrative Assistant
Mercy College
09.2019 - 12.2019
BA - International Relations
Mercy College
MPA-PNP - International Development Policy and Management
New York University
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