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Mari Ghazaryan

@marighazaryan

Experienced strategic planner and project manager specializing in reproductive health advocacy and nonprofit leadership.

Armenia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a mission-driven role leading strategic programs in health or social sectors, with opportunities for impact, team leadership, and resource mobilization.

I am a nonprofit leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, project management, and reproductive health advocacy. Over more than a decade at the Armenian-American Wellness Center, I led PR, advocacy, and program coordination efforts that supported health services and policy work.

My academic background includes advanced studies in political science and international affairs, which underpin my research-driven approach to program design and stakeholder engagement. I combine sector expertise with practical skills in fundraising, grant writing, and team management.

I have represented projects at international seminars and trainings, including programs in China, the UK, and Austria, and completed numerous professional certificates in public relations, marketing, and reproductive health services. I use these experiences to build partnerships and mobilize resources for impact-driven initiatives.

I bring strong communication, event management, and social media skills, and proficiency in MS Office, Photoshop, AutoCAD (basic), and web/social media platforms. I seek opportunities where I can lead strategic initiatives, scale programs, and mentor teams in mission-driven organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Deputy Director, Strategic Planning

Current

Armenian-American Wellness Center

Oct 2019 - Present (6 years 1 month)

Led strategic planning and project management for the foundation, overseeing program design, implementation, and monitoring to advance reproductive health and wellness initiatives nationwide.

Project Management Strategic Planning Program Design Monitoring & Evaluation Fundraising Team Management Stakeholder Engagement

Deputy Director of PR & Advocacy

Armenian-American Wellness Center

Jan 2012 - Oct 2019 (7 years 9 months)

Managed public relations and reproductive health advocacy efforts, coordinated campaigns and communications that increased stakeholder engagement and policy awareness.

Public Relations Advocacy Communication Social Media Marketing Event Management Stakeholder Engagement Report Writing

Project Coordinator

Armenian-American Wellness Center

Mar 2010 - Jan 2012 (1 year 10 months)

Coordinated project activities and logistics for health programs, supported grant-funded initiatives and liaised with partners to ensure timely delivery of project objectives.

Project Coordination Grant Management Reporting MS Office Event Coordination Monitoring

Advocacy Specialist

Protection of Consumers’ Rights

Sep 2009 - Feb 2010 (5 months)

Conducted advocacy and awareness activities to protect consumer rights, developing materials and engaging stakeholders to influence policy and public behavior.

Advocacy Policy Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Report Writing MS Office