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  • $87 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (11 jobs)
    I’m a PMP certified Project Manager and a Certified Asana Workflow Specialist. I help non-profits and small businesses transition their processes and workflows into project management software tools. I can help with set up, integrations, automations and dashboards. I also train teams on how to use their desired tool to ensure sustainability after the project comes to an end. I have extensive experience in: -Asana -Mailchimp -Honeybook -Leading and Managing Teams -Workflow Optimization -Project Management Software Training and Implementation -Curriculum + Program Development and Evaluation -E-Learning -Gap Analysis -Process Improvement -Short and Long Term Project Management -Vendor and Stakeholder Management -Public Speaking -Conference Planning and Execution -Fundraising and Grant Acquisition -Content Writing -Editing -Cross Functional Team Leadership and Management I have consulted and managed projects and operations for: - Consulting Agencies - Educational Organization - Healthcare Organizations - Non-Profit Organizations - Startups - Small businesses Schedule a call with me so I can learn more about your project needs.
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    Operations Management Software
    Copywriting
    Program Evaluation
    Process Improvement
    Project Schedule & Milestones
    Project Management
    Curriculum Development
    Cross Functional Team Leadership
    Process Integration
    Trello
    Asana
    Microsoft Office
    Agile Project Management
    Stakeholder Management
  • $250 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    I am a Fractional CTO/COO and Digital Strategy Advisor with over 15 years of experience in consulting and software delivery
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    User Stories
    Business Transformation
    Sales Operations
    Digital Strategy
    Business Plan
    Business Analysis
    Project Management
    Strategy
    Management Consulting
    Business Operations
    Strategic Plan
  • $150 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    SUMMARY Experienced management consultant, healthcare executive, and client partner with over 20 years of experience. Strategic and performance focused with depth of experience with global teams and distributed delivery models. Key areas of focus include digital transformation, change enablement, and functional execution.
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    RFP Writing
    Research & Strategy
    Career Coaching
    Strategic Planning
    Financial Analysis
    Communications
    Communication Strategy
    Change Management
    Project Management
  • $68 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (35 jobs)
    Hello, I have 15 years of education and non-profit experience in addition to a masters degree in Early Childhood Education from Johns Hopkins. My focus areas include: pre-k through fourth-grade curriculum development, teacher training, program management, program development, the common core, and data coordination. I look forward to working with you, Erica
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    ESL Teaching
    Educational Technology
    Mathematics Tutoring
    K-12 Online
    Curriculum Development
    Educational Leadership
    Teaching English
  • $99 hourly

    • 1.3/5
    • (1 job)
    Over 15 years of experience designing, developing, testing, and implementing custom software solutions. Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft .NET platform. Built solutions for organizations in finance, education, manufacturing, technology services, and professional services industries as well as full life-cycle product development for Microsoft on the .NET languages team. Adept at gathering requirements, analyzing business scenarios, user interaction design, and application life-cycle management. Deep technical acumen, an aptitude for learning, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Specialties: Domain Layer/API Design, User Interaction Design
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    .NET Core
    API Development
    .NET Framework
    C#
    Visual Basic
    Software Architecture & Design
    VB.NET
    .NET Stack
    Visual Basic for Applications
    Microsoft SQL Server
    Microsoft Azure
    Product Management
    Project Management
  • $75 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am an experienced project manager with a proven track record of managing complex projects for global clients across industries, including the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the Society of Incentive Travel Excellence, and the Research Chefs Association. I have a strong ability to oversee and coordinate all aspects of program development, execution, and evaluation, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality outcomes that align with client needs and expectations. With a B.A. in Business and Entrepreneurship: Arts Management - Live and Performing Arts from Columbia College Chicago and over 7 years of experience in non-profit and association management, I bring expertise in strategic planning, resource allocation, stakeholder communication, budgeting, financial analysis, leadership, mentorship, and process improvement. I am passionate about streamlining processes for diverse and creative organizations, helping them work more efficiently while achieving their goals. I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing cross-functional teams together to drive results and foster innovation.
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    Operations Management Software
    Records Management
    Data Analysis
    Event Planning
    Event Management
    Market Research
    Project Management
  • $32 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    With over 10 years of experience across diverse sectors with a specialization in the non-profit sector. I have driven operational efficiency, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing strategic initiatives to achieve organizational goals. Adapt to new challenges, optimize processes, and deliver measurable business growth. I love to help and can bring your vision to life.
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    Community Outreach
    Communication Etiquette
    Social Media Content
    Multitasking
    Spanish
    System Administration
    Stakeholder Management
    Business Development
    Platform Migration
    Strategic Planning
    Cross Functional Team Leadership
    Data Entry
    Project Management
  • $75 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m a Results-Driven Consultant with over eight years of experience in strategy, OKRs, and agile delivery. I specialize in leading complex transformations from design and planning through execution, helping organizations meet their strategic objectives by creating achievable goals and aligning teams to deliver results. I pride myself on building trusted relationships with clients by listening to their vision and adapting strategies to drive measurable outcomes. My expertise includes leveraging OKRs and value-based metrics to foster alignment and accountability across organizations. Outside of work, I’m passionate about volunteering with education-focused organizations that promote access to education as a way to address income inequality. I firmly believe in the transformative power of education to create lasting change. When I’m not working, I enjoy yoga, mindfulness, exploring new cuisines through cooking, and spending time with loved ones.
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    Data Analytics & Visualization Software
    Data Analysis
    Process Design
    Process Improvement
    Value Stream Mapping
    Project Delivery
    Change Management
    Business Strategy
  • $85 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm an experienced non-profit operations practitioner specializing in building systems, processes, and tools to scale up programs for small and medium-sized organizations. If you have an idea, I can come in, and help you make it real.
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    Process Improvement
    Process Documentation
    Process Design
    Systems Development
    Nonprofit Industry Consulting
    Project Management
  • $40 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Dynamic and results-focused scientist and program manager seeking to contribute to organizations focused on transformative and impactful change. PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with over a decade of experience in global health, epidemiological research, and wildlife conservation. Expertise in managing complex field operations, leading cross-sector collaborations, and driving impactful interventions focused on rabies elimination and zoonotic disease control. Skilled in program management, monitoring and evaluation, field research, scaling, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, grant acquisition, supervising and mentoring students, dissemination of research and public speaking. Committed to advancing public health and conservation initiatives through leveraging scientific expertise, innovative strategies, and a One Health approach. Passion for promoting STEM for girls and women, women's empowerment, nature, health, fitness, wellbeing and personal development.
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    Health & Fitness
    Grant Writing
    Project Management
    Health Coaching
    Research Paper Writing
    Writing
    Training & Development
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Hello I’m Yaisa and thank you for checking out my Upwork Profile. I am an accomplished professional with more than 20 years’ experience in the nonprofit and for-profit sector. With a diverse work history ranging from education, sales, fundraising, marketing communications and non-profit management, as a freelancer I can provide expertise to help your organization grow and thrive internally as well as externally. Specific areas of expertise include: • Project management • Strategic Planning • Board Recruitment and Training • Program Development, Implementation & Evaluation • Fundraising Campaign Development • Copy Writing for Donor Engagement and Conversion • Newsletter Copy Creation • Organizational Management • Capacity Building • Marketing Communications • Social Media Management • Grant Research • Grant Writing and more I hold a master’s degree in integrated marketing communications and certificates in fundraising and social media management. I am flexible, hardworking and will be committed to guiding your project successfully from beginning to end. I'm passionate about communicating compelling work and I'm excited to tell your organization's story and connect you to loyal donors and/or buyers in the process. Schedule a consultation call with me to learn how you can leverage my experience to achieve your goals.
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    Direct Mail
    Email Marketing
    Project Management
    Social Media Marketing
    Marketing Communications
    Nonprofit Industry Consulting
    Annual Report
    Nonprofit Organization
    Donor Relations
    Fundraising
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Writing
  • $70 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Experienced Marketer with over 15 years of proven success driving results through strategic digital marketing initiatives. Adept at crafting and implementing campaign plans to enhance brand visibility and achieve business objectives. Skilled in program management, fostering collaboration across teams, and finding solutions to complex problems. Seeking a role to apply my extensive expertise in a dynamic environment that values leadership, creativity, and measurable outcomes.
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    ExpressionEngine
    Microsoft Office
    Smartsheet
    Drupal
    Email Marketing
    Marketo
    Wrike
    Project Management
    Marketing Operations & Workflow
    Stakeholder Management
    Cross Functional Team Leadership
    People Management
    Digital Marketing
    Digital Marketing Strategy
  • $30 hourly

    • 2.5/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Analytical, motivated, personable business professional with project management, business analysis, process improvement and corporate training experience. Strong problem solving and negotiation skills with the ability to adapt to accomplish favorable results. Excel in liaising between business and technical areas to achieve on-time, on-budget and on-spec project completions. Able to merge customer and user needs with business requirements, budgetary restrictions and logistical considerations to meet project deliverables. My approach begins with a comprehensive analysis of your current operations. By identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies, I can tailor solutions that streamline workflows, ensuring timely delivery and enhanced performance. Every project deserves a robust plan. I emphasize thorough project planning that accounts for key milestones, resource allocation, risk assessments, and stakeholder engagement. My structured methodologies are designed to be flexible and adaptive to changing project needs. I aim to elevate the value of your projects through strategic resource management and high-impact execution. My services facilitate better decision-making, enhance team collaboration, and foster an environment of continuous improvement.
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    Training & Development
    Leadership Training
    Leadership Development
    Budget Planning
    Project Budget
    Budgeting & Forecasting Software
    Budget Management
    Program Grant
    Program Evaluation
    Agile Project Management
    Project Management Support
    Project Management Professional
    Project Management Office
    Project Management
  • $28 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hi! I’m Shawny, a highly skilled Event Planner and Project Manager with a passion for delivering seamless and impactful experiences. With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a strong background in managing diverse events and programs, I specialize in turning visions into reality while ensuring every detail is flawlessly executed. Key Strengths & Skills: - Over five years of experience coordinating events of all sizes, including weddings, retreats, community programs, and large-scale educational initiatives for 200+ participants. - Expertise in project planning, team leadership, budget management, and vendor relations. - Certified Mental Health First Aid Training Facilitator, uniquely skilled in maintaining calm under pressure and providing stress-free client experiences. - Proven ability to secure partnerships and lead multi-faceted programs, driving engagement and measurable success. I thrive on collaboration, organization, and creating memorable moments. Whether you’re looking to plan an unforgettable event or streamline a complex project, I’m here to make your goals a reality with professionalism and a personal touch. Let’s work together to bring your vision to life!
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    Wedding Planning
    Project Schedule & Milestones
    Team Alignment
    Education Presentation
    Education, Certifications, & Awards
    Data Analysis
    Project Proposal
    Budget Management
    Strategic Planning
    Events & Weddings
    Event Planning
    Partnership Development
    Project Management
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