Johnnie Mae Ricard
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Summary
Dedicated multi tasker, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as, conflict resolution skills. Will complete all given task while making sure rules, regulations and compliance for service are met accordingly. Experienced in Grant Writing and Proposals, Case Management and Confined Space experience.
Organizations
Jurisdictional Youth Executive Board Member, LA East 2nd Jurisdiction of District # 6 Avondale Church of God In Christ- Director, Grant writer, Resource Center Advocate, Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities.
Work Experience
Grant Consultant March 2022 - Present
Blessed Consultant
Assist with the execution of the development department’s strategy
Identify grant funding opportunities
Write, submit and manage grant proposals
Furnish prospective funders with supporting documents
Collaborate with Executive Director and Director of Development to send benefactors newsletters and to promote on-site tours
Collaborate with Director of Development to compile an annual report
Grants Consultant / Grants Writer 2008 - Present
Independent Consultant
Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects
Generates high-quality proposals, narratives, applications and supporting documents in response to solicitations consistent with all policies and procedures, and the requirements and guidelines of the funding agencies
Maintains primary responsibility for grant schedules and tracking grants
Serves as a liaison to all funding agencies and organizations
Works with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write and submit letters of inquiry, concept papers and grant proposals
Coordinates and follows-up on the progress of submitted proposals
Grant writing for Community Block Grants
Coordinates with the Business Office to create expenditure and income budgets to accompany proposals
Develops and maintains a master file on pending grants and contracts
Remains up-to-date on current issues relative to grant proposals
Meets regularly with faculty/staff to discuss current and new funding needs
Inform clients and answer questions regarding allowability of proposed expenditures related to all specific grants
Maintains confidentiality of information exposed to in the course of business
Director 2008 - 2016
Avondale Cogic (Non – Profit Org.)
Develop and execute the organization's strategic plan in collaboration with other executives and stakeholders.
Monitor and report on the organization's financial performance and make recommendations for improvements.
Works with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write and submit letters of inquiry, concept papers and grant proposals
Establish and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as investors, customers, and suppliers.
Write, submit and manage grant proposals
Manage the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring that policies and procedures are being followed and that the organization is in compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Hire, train, and evaluate employees, including other executives and managers, to ensure the organization has a talented team capable of achieving its goals.
Education:
L.W.Higgins High School Class of 1988 Graduate Current Student enrolled as of 2015
Delgado Community College ASSOCIATES DEGREE - Phillips Jr. College in Executive Secretary /Business
Management Graduate class of 1990 3.0 average Data Entry, Clerk Typist CERTIFICATIONS CPR
Certified for Adults, Children, and, Infants and use of an AED Dept of Social Services/Dept of Human Health and Hospitals of Louisiana Medicaid Code Biller/Grant Writer. Louisiana State Board Security Guard Training 2009 Graduate