Victoria Leveque
Tamarac,USA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at the National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA, excelling in grant management and budget oversight. Proven track record in enhancing program efficiency through strategic communications and process improvement, achieving a 98% on-time reporting rate. Exceptional analytical skills and a commitment to compliance drive successful outcomes in federal initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Assistant
National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA
03.2021 - Current
- Led the implementation of federal program initiatives, ensuring compliance with public policy and enhancing program alignment with national objectives.
- Managed cross-agency collaboration to streamline budget requests and financial documentation, contributing to the effective oversight of a $5M budget.
- Developed strategic communications between internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring program goals were met efficiently and transparently.
- Conducted detailed analyses of program data, providing insights that informed policy decisions and improved program outcomes.
- Facilitated the development of long-term program strategies, supporting leadership in achieving key public administration goals.
- Improved administrative efficiency by reorganizing internal systems to streamline document tracking and financial reporting, reducing processing time by approximately 20%, based on time logs and workflow analysis.
- Coordinated high-level meetings between program leaders and stakeholders, optimizing communication and aligning project timelines with agency goals.
Grant Management Specialist
National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Managed a portfolio of grants and cooperative agreements totaling over $20 million, ensuring strict compliance with Federal regulations and specific award terms and conditions.
- Monitored grantee performance, including reviewing and analyzing 100+ grantee financial reports (SF-425) and technical progress reports (REEport) annually, identifying potential issues and providing timely guidance to ensure proper stewardship of federal funds.
- Processed a high volume of post-award actions, including budget revisions, extensions, and other modifications, ensuring compliance with established procedures and timely approvals.
- Conducted rigorous compliance reviews and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions to safeguard federal funds and upholding program integrity.
- Provided expert technical assistance and guidance to awardees on post-award requirements, such as reporting protocols, financial management, and compliance with the Uniform Guidance.
- Collaborated effectively with program staff, financial specialists, and external stakeholders to ensure the efficient and effective administration of grant-funded projects, achieving a 98% on-time reporting rate.
- Managed the closeout process for 100+ completed awards annually, verifying final financial and technical reports, resolving outstanding issues, and ensuring proper disposition of funds and property.
- Streamlined reporting processes, reducing administrative workload and improving efficiency by 15% through the implementation of new tracking tools and procedures.
- Interpreted and applied complex federal laws, regulations, and circulars governing financial assistance, providing accurate advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders, including presenting findings and policy implications to agency leadership.
Administrative Officer
National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Led high-level audits and compliance reviews to ensure programs met federal regulatory standards and supported broader public administration policies.
- Managed financial and operational planning for federally funded projects, enhancing program efficiency and ensuring budgetary compliance.
- Coordinated with senior leadership to implement strategic policy changes, improving program delivery and advancing organizational objectives.
- Directed cross-functional teams to evaluate program performance, providing recommendations to strengthen public service initiatives.
- Spearheaded the administration of major federal programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and optimizing resource allocation across divisions.
- Developed and implemented new scheduling procedures that optimized resource allocation for branch chiefs, reducing downtime and meeting delays by approximately 25%, based on meeting completion times.
- Led process improvement initiatives that streamlined office functions, further reducing delays in program implementation and enhancing overall efficiency.
General Office Clerk
Drug Enforcement Administrator
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided critical administrative support in managing federal documentation and procurement processes, ensuring adherence to public sector regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed financial reports, supporting public accountability and transparency in the use of federal funds.
- Managed interdepartmental communications, ensuring the smooth execution of federal policies and agency objectives.
- Conducted quarterly audits of financial records, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and contributing to organizational efficiency.
- Supported the development of standardized processes, enhancing the administrative capabilities of the agency in line with public administration best practices.
- Analyzed procurement and financial documents to ensure adherence to agency policies and regulations, mitigating risks and maintaining data accuracy.
- Monitored and reviewed financial transactions in government databases, identifying inconsistencies in real-time to uphold data integrity.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL05-2018
Skills
- Finance and Accounts Payable /Receivable (AP/R)
- Grant management
- Budget oversight
- Strategic communications
- Cross-agency collaboration
- Process improvement
- Program administration
- Operations support
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office
- ADR
- REEport
- HRD
- NATS
- CONCUR
- HR portal
- DWP
- NCAP
- EPMA
- WEBTA
- SharePoint
- CREEMS
- GMRA
- EPIC
- EMR
- IRMS
- SPSS
- Exceptional communication skills
- Customer Service
- Planning & Organization
- Data Entry & Report Generation
- Claims Inspections & Adjustments
- Problem Resolution
- Staff management
- Office management
- Administrative support
- Strategic planning
- Budgeting
- Bookkeeping
- Scheduling
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Leadership Skill Certification, 2023
- Federal Budget Process Certification, 2023
- Budget Analyst’s Essential Guide to Formulation Justification and Execution Certification, 2023
- Grants Management Certification, 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Grant Management Specialist
National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA
07.2025 - 11.2025
Administrative Officer
National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA
07.2023 - 03.2024
Program Assistant
National Institute of Food and Agriculture-USDA
03.2021 - Current
General Office Clerk
Drug Enforcement Administrator
02.2019 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Public Administration
University of Miami
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Miami