Data Entry Clerk

KAT LIPSON

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West Bloomfield, MI 48322

(C) 216-***-**** ***.******@*****.***

EDUCATION

DEPAUL UNIVERSITY Chicago, IL

Masters, Nonprofit Management May 2009

-Coursework included: Nonprofit Finance, Proposal Writing, Human Resource Management and Fundraising.

-Participated in a Research Methods course, within the context of urban poverty, in relocation communities in Manila, Philippines.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN Madison, WI

B.A., Sociology May 2006

-Coursework included: Statistics, Research Methods and Social Work.

-Study Abroad, Lorenzo De Medici. January 2005-May 2005, Florence, Italy. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GREENHEART EXCHANGE Chicago, IL

Grant Programs Director 2014-2018

-Processed the annual grant submission, to the U.S. Department of State, for the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) and The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange & Study (YES) Programs.

-Advised a team of 50 Local Coordinators on host family placements and helped them to plan educational activities throughout the year.

-Planned an annual conference to train Local Coordinators and Regional Directors on program regulations, student support and cultural competency.

-Managed over $2 million of grant funding, working closely with the accounting department on budget management and quarterly audits.

-Processed all financial paperwork including advances, reimbursements and medical bills.

-Placed and supported students with disabilities, ensuring that appropriate accommodations were in place to assist with their individual needs.

-Supervised the Grant Programs Manager through weekly meetings and annual reviews. GREENHEART EXCHANGE Chicago, IL

Grant Programs Manager 2010-2014

-Served as a liaison between local field staff and the American Councils on International Education during the placement process and academic year for 140 International High School Exchange Students.

-Mediated student and host family issues between field staff and international partners.

-Conducted nationwide site visits meeting with host families, local field staff and local highs schools in an effort to add further support to our stakeholders and increase program outreach. GREENHEART EXCHANGE Chicago, IL

Administrative Assistant 2009-2010

-Reviewed and processed student applications for J1 and F1 visa programs.

-Assisted with all daily administrative tasks including answering phones, data entering applications, and preparing mailings.

CURRENT VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

WEST MAPLE ELEMENTARY Bloomfield Hills, MI

-Weekly noon aide at West Maple Elementary helping in the cafeteria, playground and classroom. 2024-present ADDITIONAL DATA

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel.

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