Vanessa Boateng
Greenville,NC
Summary
Driven and passionate community-focused urban planning student with 5+ years of leadership and service experience. Strong background in community engagement, project planning, and public service, with a proven ability to lead initiatives, foster partnerships, and implement effective solutions. Committed to inclusive, sustainable development and building strong communities through planning, communication, and collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Representative Council Region II
American Planning Association
09.2025 - Current
- Leadership and teamwork
Advocacy and representation
Event planning and coordination
Public speaking and communication
Networking and relationship building
Strategic thinking and problem solving
Project management
Understanding of urban and regional planning principles
Familiarity with APA resources and policies
Collaboration with diverse groups and stakeholders
Administrative Assistant
East Carolina University
08.2023 - Current
- As an Administrative Assistant in ECU’s Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, I provided support for faculty and students by managing departmental communications, organizing events, maintaining records, and assisting with course scheduling and daily operations to ensure smooth academic functioning.
Program Manager
East Carolina University
01.2023 - Current
- As Program Manager with ECU Campus Health and Wellness, I led initiatives focused on promoting student well-being through outreach, education, and community engagement. I coordinated wellness programs, managed events, and collaborated with campus partners to support holistic health and improve access to resources for the student body.
City Manager Intern for the City of Greenville
City of Greenville
05.2025 - 07.2025
- - Support city leadership on community development and public engagement strategies
- - Assist with planning and implementing parks and recreation programs
- - Conduct research, prepare presentations, and support interdepartmental coordination
- - Participate in city-wide projects, including infrastructure planning and service enhancement
- - Attend public meetings and assist with community input initiatives
Social Coordinator
Student Planning Action Network
04.2024 - 07.2025
- - Organized and executed community workshops on resume writing and financial literacy
- - Facilitated volunteer recruitment, training, and post-event evaluation
- - Coordinated fundraising events and ensured compliance with city regulations
- - Built timelines, managed logistics, and led outreach campaigns for social causes
President
African Students Organization
04.2024 - 05.2025
- - Led organization through strategic programming, outreach, and cultural events
- - Managed social media and branding to grow member engagement
- - Collaborated with campus partners to increase visibility and impact
- - Oversaw budgeting, planning, and policy development efforts
Community Assistant
Kahuna Management
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Worked with student residents, helped manage property and projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community and Regional Planning
East Carolina University
12.2025
High School - undefined
Kadena High School
06.2022
Skills
- Community Management
- Fundraising
- Financial Literacy
- Leadership
- Recruitment
- Coordination Skills
- Research Skills
- Community Development
- Geography
- Infrastructure Management
- Recreational Activities
- Regional Planning
- Demonstration Skills
- Social Media
- Policy Development
- Brand Management
- Budgeting Skills
- Data Analysis
- Business Partnerships
- Strategic Management
- Management of Changes
- Social Marketing
- Communication Skills
- Project Planning
- Event Management
- Ability to Speak in Public
- Project Management
- Public Services
- Sustainability
- Training Activities
- Internal Communications
- Team Working
- Hard Work and Dedication
Timeline
Student Representative Council Region II
American Planning Association
09.2025 - Current
City Manager Intern for the City of Greenville
City of Greenville
05.2025 - 07.2025
Social Coordinator
Student Planning Action Network
04.2024 - 07.2025
President
African Students Organization
04.2024 - 05.2025
Administrative Assistant
East Carolina University
08.2023 - Current
Program Manager
East Carolina University
01.2023 - Current
Community Assistant
Kahuna Management
01.2023 - 05.2025
High School - undefined
Kadena High School
Bachelor of Science - Community and Regional Planning
East Carolina University
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