Experienced business communications specialist with a robust background in federal grant management, financial analysis, and budget development. Demonstrated expertise in writing, copy-editing, and ensuring compliance with
federal funding requirements. Proven ability to manage complex schedules, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support program objectives through effective communication and strategic planning.
Experience
Purdue University
Sep 2019 ā Aug 2023
Hybrid
Administrative Professional
Administrative Professional (Hybrid), Purdue University, IN: 9/2019ā8/2023
Operational and Financial Support:
ā Provided comprehensive operational, technical, and financial management support to projects and staff.
ā Monitored project expenses, reviewed and processed monthly reports, and prepared quarterly financial reports.
Communication and Coordination:
ā Coordinated communication with subcontractors, partner organizations, and donor agencies.
ā Prepared for meetings and presentations of project activities, including developing presentations and facilitating discussions.
ā Provided logistical and technical support to the project's webinar series and online symposiums.
ā Assisted in planning, and coordination of team meetings and events, also proof as proofreading and uploading documents and proposals as needed for web pages, maintaining various social mediums of the projects, including Wikipedia pages.
Contracts Administration:
ā Ensured compliance with contract requirements and tracked processes and deliverables.
ā Processed documentation needed for recruitment and contracting of consultants and subcontractors.
Project Start-up and Close-out:
ā Coordinated project start-up and close-out activities, including establishing timelines and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Technical and Project Deliverables:
ā Assisted in developing work plans, tracking project deliverables, and preparing technical documents (https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/cilcbk/1/) and communications.
Education
Purdue University
Aug 2018 ā Aug 2023
Master's in Science, Hospitality and Tourism Management