SAShekera Alvarado
@shekeraalvarado
Strategic Senior Program Director with 12+ years in nonprofit leadership.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a strategic and results-oriented Senior Program Director with over 12 years of progressive experience in the nonprofit and education sectors. My expertise lies in operational leadership, strategic planning, financial management, and program management. I have a proven track record of driving organizational growth and implementing efficient processes that foster inclusive operational efficiency. My background in postsecondary education, vocational education, and workforce development has equipped me with the skills to develop and manage educational programs tailored to employer needs, creating seamless career pathways for diverse learners.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led programmatic operations for substantial regional portfolios, ensuring alignment with organizational missions and the achievement of key performance indicators. My analytical abilities allow me to utilize data and metrics to drive program improvements and effectively communicate outcomes to senior leadership. I am passionate about advocating for equitable program practices and accessibility for diverse adult learners, and I am fluent in Spanish, which enhances my ability to engage with a broader community.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Regional Program Director
FCPS
Jul 2020 - Present (5 years)
Led programmatic operations for a $10M+ regional portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs). Developed and executed strategies that increased regional revenue by 3% year-over-year through strategic implementation of enrollment and student retention initiatives and marketing expansion plans.
Regional Program Manager
RPS
Feb 2018 - Jun 2020 (2 years 4 months)
Designed and implemented work-based learning program strategies, plans, and procedures, managing the full lifecycle of regional proposal applications and reporting. Enhanced performance evaluation by analyzing data, creating KPIs, and producing actionable outcomes, achieving a top 1% percentile ranking two years in a row.
Program Manager
ACPS
Sep 2013 - Feb 2018 (4 years 5 months)
Improved operational support by analyzing needs and implementing strategies, cutting costs and revamping program operations to surpass VDOE grant reporting requirements. Designed, coordinated, and evaluated multiple work-based learning program operations, using programmatic data to increase oversight and grant impact.
Program Specialist
ACPS
Jan 2012 - Sep 2013 (1 year 8 months)
Provided operational support to PreK-12 initiatives, assisting with HR, operations, transportation, student services, and nutrition. Developed and delivered program reports to stakeholders, effectively communicating program impact.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUSouthern New Hampshire University
Master of Business Administration, Project Management
2013 - 2015
Graduated with an MBA in Project Management. This program focused on advanced business administration principles and project management methodologies.
GUGeorge Mason University
Bachelor of Arts, Organizational Administration
2004 - 2008
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Administration. This degree provided a foundation in organizational theory and administrative practices.
Tech stack
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