Program Officer
Asylum Access
2021.12 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Hi, I’m
Maria Rebeca Ortiz
Social Justice Professional
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
15 years in the social justice sector, focussing on international relationship building, project management and governance, pilot project strategy, and equity and inclusion. I have travelled to 30 countries and lived and worked in Australia, Austria, Mexico, and Indonesia, with extensive experience delivering projects across Latin America, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Pacific.
Am fluent in English, Spanish, and possess A1 level German.
Work History
The Better Org
Associate Consultant
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Provided advice, made recommendations, and implemented problem-solving strategies when business needed to re-energize.
- Reviewed internal systems and co-created training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
- Led various projects under guidance and supervision of chief consultant.
Asylum AccessOakland , California
Program Officer
2021.12 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Successfully launched the Resourcing Refugee Leadership Initiative (RRLI) program across Colombia, Uganda, Lebanon, Egypt, and Indonesia.
- Cultivated and nurturing relationships between grantees across the five regions, the RRLI team, the RRLI coalition, and wider Asylum Access staff.
- Created future growth and expansion strategies for the RRLI program.
- Monitor and report on progress of RRLI program, using and applying M&E data, program directives, financial outcomes, and other program material.
Asylum Seeker Resource Centre
Manager - Entrepreneurs Program
12.2019 - 06.2020
Job overview
- **Due to circumstances related to COVID-19, this contract was completed prior to its original end date.
- Secured new partnerships with RMIT University and YGap (impact ventures NGO).
- Stewardship of Learning and Coaching Framework- increased coach usage and member engagement.
- Diversified and implemented coaching recruitment and outreach strategies.
- Secured MOU with Start Broadband and increased intake numbers to CSR program.
Australian Volunteers International
Relationship Manager
12.2018 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Maintained engagement and inspired continued partnership growth.
- Secured ongoing grant with Classroom of Hope.
- Repaired fractured relationships with international NGOs and government representatives.
Greenpeace
EA/International Relations Coordinator
09.2016 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Identified inter-organisational collaborative niche, resulting in partnership with various US NGOs.
- Co- development of "Diversity and Inclusion- Identified Areas for Growth report."
- Negotiated Greenpeace’s entry into multiple government environmental policy meetings.
Education
AIM InstituteMelbourne
Effective Business Writing
05.2010 - 06.2010
AIM InstituteMelbourne
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
01.2009 - 03.2009
Centre For Adult EducationMelbourne
Education (CAE)- Project Management Skills
08.2010 - 09.2010
Skills
- Program Operations
- Critical Thinking
- Program Reviews
- Prioritizing and Planning
- Business Relationship Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Partnership Development
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Associate Consultant
The Better Org
09.2021 - Current
Manager - Entrepreneurs Program
Asylum Seeker Resource Centre
12.2019 - 06.2020
Relationship Manager
Australian Volunteers International
12.2018 - 06.2020
EA/International Relations Coordinator
Greenpeace
09.2016 - 09.2018
Centre For Adult Education
Education (CAE)- Project Management Skills
08.2010 - 09.2010
AIM Institute
Effective Business Writing
05.2010 - 06.2010
AIM Institute
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
01.2009 - 03.2009
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