Victoriana Ramirez Rahamatali

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PROFILE

I am a highly disciplined and results-driven program management professional, whose successes have been identifying and resolving key issues, analyzing needs and requirements, developing and implementing plans of action, evaluating worldwide academic and professional scientific exchange programs, and skillfully coordinating domestic and international projects and programs. I have been dynamic in establishing and maintaining project plans, processes and procedures to include: human capital management, program budget estimating, analyzing educational programs, and execution. I am analytical, metrics driven and precise in my approach to problem solving and I have a balanced style of leadership. I have interacted with Fellows and students, American and foreign and the U. S. academic community, as well as the scientific community, by developing and organizing recruitment activities, leading recruitment sessions, and speaking at professional/academic association meetings/conferences. My leadership abilities have been crucial in forming trusting relationships quickly and establishing respect with organizational customers and other staff. My core competencies include:

Built and managing the human capital management operation at the Office of Naval Research

Personnel management experience; designing, implementing and managing non-profit and government human capital programs

Extensive experience as a collegiate level education fellowship coordinator, project manager, analysis, research, outreach and educational exchange manager

Created exhibits and outreach presentations in support of organizational strategic objectives

Led a program that addressed the role of science in education and technology policy issues

Polished oral, written, and presentation skills; former member of Toastmasters International

Proven interpersonal, organizational, and personnel management skills. Able to work on my own initiative, leading a team or as an integral member of a team

Respected team player who has interacted at all levels of government, non-profit, collegiate and private sector management / leadership, as a team member or independently to include a broad range of foreign affairs policies and priorities

Fluent communication ability in English and Spanish (written, verbal, and regional nuances)

Culturally sensitive; skilled in interacting with a culturally diverse mix of staff and clients

Accustomed to leading multiple and complex projects under exacting schedules

Very proficient with computers and considerably experienced in Microsoft Office to include databases

Honor Graduate, Magna cum Laude, Strayer University, BS International Business, 3.8 GPA

Master’s degree; International Commerce and Policy (ICP), George Mason University

Academic Delegate 2012-2013, Graduate and Professional Student Association, George Mason University

Imperatis Corporation Employee of the Quarter, 1st Quarter, 2015

Creative Business Solutions (CBS) Employee of the Quarter, 1st Quarter, 2017

Creative Business Solutions (CBS) Employee of the Year, 2017

WORK EXPERIENCE

USAF Office of Secretary for International Affairs /Parsons Corporation Washington DC Mar 2018-Present

Program Manager for the USAF Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program (ESEP) and the Administrative Personnel Exchange Program (APEP) in the office of the Secretary of the Air Force: I direct the recruitment, selection and deployment of USAF science professionals to scientific activities to over 18 overseas locations for a period up to 2 years. Provide leadership in the execution of the program to include USAF representation before international partners.

I direct the selection, in-processing, pre-deployment training, budgeting /financial processing and finalizing deployment activities to selected allied nation.

Conceptualize, execute, supervise and monitor funding obligations with US embassies and allied partners for all US and allied nation exchange participants in the program

Coordinate allied partner participation at US research organizations to include embassy coordination, selectee placement, and budgeting/ financial responsibilities.

Supervise two program officers

Office of Naval Research; Accelerated Development & Support Corp.(ADS) Jan 2018-Mar 2018

ONR New Project: Senior Analyst, STEM: I used a broad agenda to advance STEM education, leverage resources, and inspire today’s students to pursue STEM careers by assisting in the planning, facilitation, and execution of various efforts and initiatives, including interacting with other organizations within the DOD, with other federal agencies, with academia and with industry, to include very senior military, government and civilian personnel. Conducted program analysis (to include financial funds commitment, obligation and expenditure metrics analysis) using ONR specific information technology, data management and financial management software tools to execute funding directives, and track performance.

Office of Naval Research-Global (ONRG); Creative Bus. Solutions (CBS) Arlington, VA Jan 2016-Jan 2018

Program Manager/Talent Manager: Program Manager with overall responsibility of executing the contract at the ONRG site, which required me to lead and direct the development and implementation of cross-functional activities of a team of four employees. I supervised 3 Program Specialist and was responsible to the Contracting Officer Representative for contract execution. I established work plans and SOPs to meet program goals and deadlines, and provided leadership to the program team while maintaining strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on program matters.

Directed the establishment of the human capital/talent management program at ONRG

Supported the government team in matters pertaining to human capital initiatives and established an onboarding and offboarding process recognized, and emulated, by the rest of the command

On-boarded and off-boarded 20+ candidates and employees each cycle and ensured each new arrival understood the quality standards, policies and program objectives

Authored the operating process to successfully evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the program

Traveled extensively to our satellite offices located in six different countries

Traveled to naval commands and academic institutions to conduct recruiting sessions

Created a Sponsors Program to facilitate the onboarding process by having experienced employees mentor the new arrivals to their respective countries and organizations

Office of Naval Research-Global (ONRG); Creative Bus. Solutions (CBS) Arlington, VA May 2015-Dec 2015

Talent Manager: This position being new to the command, I was tasked with establishing a strategic talent management plan. I established the talent management structure and direction for the command. I was commended by the Commanding Officer for successfully establishing this most needed program and executing it with impressive results, during the command’s Global Strategic Review (GSR) held in Portsmouth, UK, April 2016.

Used my project and program management skills to harness the necessary resources to establish the talent management operation

Demonstrated its effectiveness by improving onboarding timelines during the first quarter of 2016, reducing uncertainties and process time by 25%

Developed SOPs to facilitate the arrival and departure of new employees based on their respective area of assignment. ONRG operates in 8 countries and 20 USA sites.

Office of Naval Research-Global (ONRG); Imperatis Corp. Arlington, VA Apr 2013-May 2015

Program Specialist and Task Leader: I coordinated science and technology international engagement and operational / logistical matters for ONRG, Arlington, VA. I led the management of the ONR-G human capital development efforts for Science Advisors and Associate Directors. I oversaw, in the absence of the Business Financial Specialist after her departure, the budgeting and finance resource management for the ONR-G command leadership, in addition to providing online knowledge and content management support. I was responsible for yearly orientation operations for new Science Advisors and Assistant Directors and the Global Technical Meeting (GTM) involving all Science Advisors and Associate Directors located worldwide. I represented Imperatis Corporation and supervised two senior specialists.

Successfully coordinated three Global Technical Meetings (GTM) which involved coordinating all aspects of the event and subsequently conducting the week-long meeting for all Science Advisors (24 persons) and Associate Directors (24 persons) from our satellite offices in 8 countries and the USA

Successfully directed three one-week Orientation Events and onboarding activities for over 30 persons

Led the coordination and execution of a one-week Industry Tour of eight private sector, military organizations and academic institutions with the purpose of obtaining and developing firsthand knowledge of current warfighting, readiness and tactical priorities for the naval services for 22 Science Advisors

For my performance during the first quarter 2015, I was selected by a corporate panel and received the Imperatis Employee of the Quarter, First Quarter 2015 award and this included a cash incentive.

George Washington University – Medical Faculty Associates, Washington DC Dec 2010 – Apr 2013

Faculty Affairs Coordinator/Program Manager, Department of Surgery Services: Assisted the Chairman in administrating the faculty affairs aspects of the department including: personnel selection services, led outreach efforts, maintained physician licensure and credentialing, managed faculty academic appointments and promotions, directed all events regarding newly joined faculty, and planning / supporting faculty events/symposiums. In addition, supported the Chairman in his role as Chief of Surgery Service of GWU Hospital including: managing the initial application and signature process of all new and renewal applications for medical staff privileges, and any changes to the Surgery delineation of privileges. Communicated with other MFA and University representatives, governmental agencies, learned societies, accreditation bodies and other individuals or groups to exchange information, enlist cooperation and implement departmental programs.

Successfully created a selection committee to include senior ranking member of the faculty of medicine for promotions and tenure track reviews. Created an SOP to include criteria for selection and appropriate regulations for successful appointments

Used workforce planning concepts and flexible tools to recruit, matched talents with needs and conducted in-processing and transition support for those selected to the program

American Assn for the Advancement of Science, S & T Policy Fellowships, Washington DC Jun 2008-Nov 2010

Senior Program Manager/Government Placement Manager: Promoted in June 2008, I led the outreach, promotion and recruitment activities across the fellowship areas to solicit 400 – 600 qualified applications a year for the 100+ annual new Fellowship slots, to raise awareness of the Fellows/Fellowships & AAAS, and publicize activities and outcomes to enable candidates understand the connection between science and public policy. I established and executed the annual recruitment and marketing plan; wrote/edited and developed and managed content and supervised design for the program brochures and other publicity vehicles and orchestrated recruitment/outreach events. Once a candidate was selected, I was responsible for guiding them through their transition from academia to their respective placement in government offices in the Washington DC area. I directly supervised a staff member.

Accomplishments:

With minimal supervision or guidance, developed and implemented a new outreach program to attract underrepresented fellows in Science and Technology

Successful in conceptualizing, executing, supervising and monitoring grants to graduate students in the program

Visited over 17 university campuses in three months raising the AAAS profile and encouraging fellowship applications

Increased applications from 357 in 2008 to 690 in 2009; a new AAAS record. Maintained count in 2010.

Increased outreach activities and exposure by over 50% from previous years without exceeding existing budget

Established transition procedures for selectees and supervised its implementation successfully

Interacted regularly with and visited numerous university and college leaders to discuss AAAS opportunities. Established a working network with university campuses in the US and Puerto Rico.

American Assn for the Advancement of Science, S & T Policy Fellowships, Washington DC Sep 2007-Jun 2008

Program Associate: I drove professional-level support for the programmatic activities of the S&T Policy Fellowships in EEANR (Energy, Environment, Agriculture & Natural Resources) and HEHS (Health, Education and Human Services), by coordinating the HEHS activities specifically, and the overall application, selection, and administrative processes for both program areas; and facilitating partnerships, outreach, and program development and enhancement.

Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships Program, The National Academies, Washington DC _ Jan 2005 - Sep 2007

Senior Program Assistant: I was promoted to Senior Program Assistant to the Ford Foundation Diversity Pre-doctoral, Dissertation, and Postdoctoral Fellowships Program; I managed the day to day activities of the Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program. The program encourages US citizens to pursue PhD degrees and a career in education. My daily activities included: dissemination of program information and guidelines, scheduling multiple review panels, coordinating calibration exercises for review panel members, financial accountability and disbursement. I represented the Ford Foundation before the many minority groups that comprise the candidate pool for the program, via visits, conferences and seminars.

I provided general oversight and management of 35 Liaisons and their institutions participating in the Ford Fellows Liaison program. I advised graduate candidates, planned, organized and implemented workshops and conferences in the U.S, and Puerto Rico in collaboration with university officials. I conducted program orientations, briefings and prepared program and media related materials. I also evaluated and produced metrics/ progress reports that addressed the overall success of the fellowship’s promotion process.

Ford Foundation Fellowships for Minorities Program, The National Academies, Wash DC Dec 1999- Jan 2005

Program Assistant: As a Program Assistant my responsibilities included: general program management and administrative duties, communicating with potential Fellows, past Fellows and university officials regarding program activities and participation. Prepared review documentations for selected doctoral panel members, prepared panel review documentation, and contributed feedback in order to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the program. Because of my stellar performance, the Foundation requested I initiate a recruitment program in Puerto Rico because panel reviewers and the Academy’s leadership were concerned with the under representation of Fellows from Puerto Rico. I designed a plan, prepared the requisite logistics platform, initiated contact with all graduate level universities and traveled to Puerto Rico for the first direct outreach by the Ford Foundation to its student population. The outreach effort was a complete success and is currently being duplicated in other states.

The Washington Center, Washington DC Aug 1997-Dec 1999

NAFTA (North America Free Trade Agreement) Enrollment Coordinator: The Washington Center conducts exchange programs in which students from Canada and Mexico participate in internships in the Washington DC area. I served as a recruiter for Mexico and traveled to Mexico on numerous occasions for promotional meetings and presentations at various state and private universities. I coordinated student visits from Mexico, Canada and the United States to Washington, DC for academic and work internships. I advised on the overall planning for the internships and academic seminars to include budgeting, students’ travel, logistics, orientation, class schedules and work site distribution. I disseminated student grades and evaluations and served as the direct point of contact for student inquiries regarding the application process. I managed a Sales Logix database that provided statistics and generated reports on student’s level of education, processed student inquiries, and produced different reports concerning promotional target regions and program accomplishments. I also assisted in the promotional and marketing efforts of the organization by traveling to Canada and Mexico as well as universities in the USA.

EDUCATION and TRAINING

Academic

George Mason University, Masters in International Commerce and Policy,

Concentration in international politics, economics, commerce and government policy

Strayer University, BS in International Business (Magna cum Laude, GPA: 3.8)

Concentration in world accounting practices, economics, trade policies and business organizations

TESST Technological Institute, Alexandria, Virginia (Certificate)

Graduated Office Computer Applications Program (Certificate: GPA: 4.0)

Training

Sales Logix Management Program

Toastmasters International; Communication and Leadership Program

The National Academies Web Portal Training

Managing Multiple Priorities (Accredited by University of Maryland)

Lexis Nexis

Minority Serving Institutions Research Partnership Consortium (MSIRPC); Project Planning & Proposal Development (Morgan State University)

Defense Acquisition University: 2018

Info Exchange Program, DOD for RDT&E

Technology Transfer and Export Control

International Armaments Cooperation Parts 1, 2 and 3

I have experience communicating orally, or making oral presentations, at numerous conferences and seminars; examples include:

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)

Mexican American Scientists and Engineers (MAES)

The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHEP)

People of Color in Predominately White Institutions – University of Nebraska – Lincoln

American Council on Education (ACE)

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

National Society of Black Physicists (NSBP)

National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (NACME)

National Society of Hispanic Physicists (NSHP)

ONRG Presentation to Royal Navy, UK

FORD Fellowship Recruitment tours to US Universities

FORD Fellowship placement negotiations with selected US Government offices and agencies to include budgeting and financing

National Association for Chicana/Chicano Studies (NACCS)

Race Ethnicity and Place – Texas State University

Advancing the Status of Diverse Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics – Jackson State University

Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)

American Assn of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHEE)

Minority Serving Institution Research Program (MSIRPC)

League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)

Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS)

American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES)

American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)

USAF Research Laboratory, ESEP Program Recruitment

Organized Science and Technology Industry Tours to various US industry partners throughout the United States.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Access: Building of databases (design, edit, format, queries, and reports)

Excel: Producing spreadsheet graphs, “what if” analysis and OLE’S

MS Word: Create documents and business correspondence

Power Point: Create presentations to include animations and graphics

Win 2000 series: Expert internet research skills and E-mail administration

TRAVEL

Willing to travel and have traveled extensively throughout the US and abroad. Experience living abroad.

SECURITY LEVEL

Active Top-Secret Clearance; authorized 23 July 2013. Enrolled in Continuous Evaluation in 2019

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