Wanarat Jaroonsoponsawat
Bangkok,Thailand
Summary
Strategic and internationally experienced operations leader with over 13 years supporting complex administrative and mission-critical services for regional and global development organizations. Demonstrated expertise in policy implementation, operational oversight, and crisis coordination across Southeast Asia. Proven capacity to lead cross-cultural teams, ensure compliance with international standards, and drive system-wide process improvements in multi-office environments. Ready to contribute globally as a Professional Staff member to advance institutional integrity, resilience, and excellence in mission delivery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Administrative Management Specialist / Operations Manager
USAID/RDMA
Bangkok, Thailand
11.2021 - Current
- Directed procurement, travel, property, and records functions to support regional operations across Southeast Asia.
- Led the design and implementation of agency-wide SOPs and internal controls, improving workflow efficiency and compliance.
- Collaborated with USAID/Washington and the U.S. Embassy to manage RDMA’s drawdown and continuity operations.
- Approved complex travel authorizations and procurement packages, ensuring policy alignment and audit preparedness.
- Coordinated emergency preparedness activities, including the Mission Continuity Plan recognized by USAID/Washington.
Operation Assistant
European Commission Humanitarian Aid Office (ECHO)
Bangkok, Thailand
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Monitored humanitarian projects across Southeast Asia to ensure alignment with ECHO priorities and compliance standards.
- Managed partner communications, escalating complex implementation issues to Brussels for timely intervention.
- Organized donor briefings and inter-agency coordination to enhance visibility of ECHO-funded responses.
Project Management Assistant
USAID/RDMA
Bangkok, Thailand
05.2012 - 09.2019
- Delivered programmatic and budget support for regional development portfolios, focusing on energy and environment projects.
- Facilitated Conference Approval process in collaboration with USAID/Washington to ensure federal compliance.
- Prepared accruals and financial reports for quarterly reviews while maintaining partner coordination databases.
- Supervised administrative staff and coordinated onboarding processes for new program team members.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Assumption University
Thailand03-2002
High School Diploma -
Convent of The Holy Infant Jesus
Thailand03-1994
Skills
- Leadership in operations
- International stakeholder coordination
- Administrative management
- Crisis management and planning
- Procurement and HR oversight
- Team training and mentoring
- Audit compliance and readiness
Additional Experience
Account Manager – Tana Netting Co., Ltd. 2009–2012
Personal Assistant to SEA BU Manager – DKSH TH 2001–2008
Assistant Manager – LG International Corp. 1997–2000
Executive Secretary – Biznews Plc. 1994–1997
Awards
USAID Special Act Awards (2023, 2024), Mission Continuity & Emergency Response Preparedness – USAID (2023), USAID/Asia Bureau Tabletop Crisis Exercise Presenter (2024)
Languages
English
Professional
Thai
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- U.S. Embassy Group Honor & Meritorious Award (2025) – For leading critical USAID operations during the RDMA drawdown.
- Asia Bureau Tabletop Exercise Recognition (2024) – Represented RDMA in presenting mission continuity strategy to senior leaders.
- U.S. Embassy Group Honor & Meritorious Award (2023) – For outstanding leadership and planning of the USAID/RDMA Retreat.
- USAID On-the-Spot Award (2023) – For developing a robust Business Continuity Plan adopted across multiple missions.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supervisory Administrative Management Specialist / Operations Manager
USAID/RDMA
11.2021 - Current
Operation Assistant
European Commission Humanitarian Aid Office (ECHO)
10.2019 - 11.2021
Project Management Assistant
USAID/RDMA
05.2012 - 09.2019
BBA - Marketing
Assumption University
High School Diploma -
Convent of The Holy Infant Jesus
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